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Articles in the Metro Category

What is the Taxi Zone for My Hotel?

Jul 31st, 2008 • By Ray • Category: Metro, OldSanJuan

The Puerto Rico Tourism Company has defined five tourism zones that encompass the areas around the SJU airport, Isla Verde, Condado, Miramar, Old San Juan, and the cruise ship piers. Taxi fares within and between these tourism zones are fixed and posted. If you’re traveling to or from a hotel, it’s helpful to know the taxi zone for your hotel.



Find Lady Luck in a Puerto Rico Casino

Jul 20th, 2008 • By Gwenn • Category: East, General, Metro, RainyDay

If you’re looking for some casino action, Puerto Rico has something for you from Slots, to Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Texas Hold’em and Baccarat. Casinos are located in most of the resorts and large hotels all around the island.



Beach Fun in the Sun at Balneario Carolina

Apr 5th, 2008 • By Gwenn • Category: Beach, Metro, North

You might think that all beaches in Puerto Rico are the same. If you do, then you couldn’t be more wrong. Every beach has something different that makes it special, so you will want to visit a few different beaches during your time on the island. If you are looking for a nice light [...]



Shop ’til You Drop at Plaza Las Americas

Mar 15th, 2008 • By Gwenn • Category: Metro, RainyDay, Shopping

Did you forget to pack something - sunglasses, bathing suits, shorts or sandals? Well, then you better go shopping!
Shopping might not be everyone’s idea of vacation fun, but if you are into shopping, or if the weather is not cooperating, Plaza Las Americas Mall will supply everyone in your family with entertaining fun.
Plaza Las [...]



At the Mall: Handbags, Shoes & … Great Art!

Mar 12th, 2008 • By Gwenn • Category: Art, Metro, Museum, RainyDay, Shopping

Where can you spend the day shopping for high fashion, catch a movie, and view fantastic works of art? How about Plaza las Americas mall in San Juan.
For the next two years, the Ponce Museum of Art (Museo de Arte de Ponce, or MAP) will be closed for renovations, and many of the famous works [...]



Soar Through the Treetops on a Zip Line

Mar 9th, 2008 • By Gwenn • Category: Metro, Nature, Tour, Videos

Have you ever wanted to soar from tree to tree like Tarzan? We can hook you up with some people that will help you zoom from tree to tree through the forest on a zip line. And you can do it without even breaking a sweat!
The Original Canopy Tour company opened their [...]



Use a Taxi to Go "Out on the Island"

Feb 24th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: Metro, OldSanJuan

Depending on where you want to travel by taxi you’ll pay either a fixed rate or a metered rate. The Puerto Rico Tourism Company has defined "zones" for the main tourism areas of Old San Juan, Condadao, Isla Verde, the airport and the cruise ship piers. The rates for traveling within and between those tourism [...]



Getting Around By Taxi - Zones & Fares Explained

Jan 16th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: Metro, OldSanJuan

To get around the metro area, your best bet is to take a taxi. You can hail a taxi in the street, or you can call one to come pick you up. Taxis are generally available at the airport, hotels, and major tourist attractions.
For trips anywhere in San Juan, except to/from the SJU International Airport [...]



Ring in the New Year Puerto Rico Style

Dec 22nd, 2007 • By Ray • Category: Metro, North, OldSanJuan

Here in Puerto Rico we love to celebrate all of the holidays with fireworks. And New Year’s Eve is no exception.
You can celebrate the end of 2007 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, courtesy of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company.
On Monday, December 31, beginning at 7:00pm there will be live music, stuff [...]



UPR Botanical Garden Map

Jul 20th, 2007 • By Ray • Category: Maps, Metro, Nature

A visit to the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) Botanical Garden (JardiĀ­n Botanico) is an enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours. Here’s a map to help guide you through the gardens.