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Articles in the North Category

Go Underground at the Rio Camuy Caves Park

Dec 2nd, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Nature, North, Tour, West

On February 15, 2008 the Department of Natural Resources partially re-opened the park to the public beginning. Clara Cave is still closed, so for now, you miss the prettiest part of the cave system. Previously, the caves had been closed to the public since January 5, 2008 when a woman from California died after [...]



Enjoy Music, Food & Local Crafts at the Annual Bacardi Fair

Nov 30th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Music, North, Shopping

If you are in the Puerto Rico these next two weekends and want to have some fun, make a point to get to the Barcardi Fair (or, in Spanish, La Feria Bacardi). This fair happens once a year - always the first 2 Sundays of December. This year, it is scheduled for [...]



Visit the Museums of Old San Juan

Oct 25th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Art, Museum, North, OldSanJuan, RainyDay

The typical visitor to Old San Juan visits the major "touristy" historical sites in the old city, including the forts (El Morro and San Cristobal), La Princesa, La Forteleza, and the Cathedral, to name a few. In fact, our 3-part walking tour will guide you past all of these places.
But there are a number of [...]



Tour the Foothills of El Yunque on an ATV at Hacienda Carabali in Luquillo

Sep 7th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: East, Nature, North, RainForest, Tour

If you like a little excitement while on your vacation, you should take a trip to Hacienda Carabali. This 600 acre facility, located in the foothills of the El Yunque National Forest, offers a wide range of activities. They have horseback riding, ATV, mountain bikes and go carts to get your [...]



Take a Walk in El Yunque Rain Forest with a Forest Guide or Ranger

Aug 23rd, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: East, Hiking, Nature, North, RainForest, Tour

The El Yunque National Forest is a large, lush and interesting place to visit. It easy to see the beauty, but to really know about the rain forest, an educational guided tour is great. The Federal Forest Rangers offer “Rent-a-Ranger” or “Forest Adventure Tours”, that are hour-long educational walks designed to teach [...]



Walking Tour of Old San Juan - Part 1

Jul 1st, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Art, History, Metro, Museum, North, OldSanJuan, RainyDay, Shopping

So you decided to spend some time exploring Old San Juan? You will not be disappointed! The old city is a small area, only 7 square blocks. But there is so much to do and see in that small area that you can spend days there and never see everything. Or if you [...]



Old San Juan 101 - Basic Info to Know Before You Go

May 21st, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Art, History, Museum, North, OldSanJuan, RainyDay, Shopping

Ask anyone about what they consider a “Must See” while visiting Puerto Rico and they will most likely say Old San Juan. That is because this old historic city offers so much. There is literally something for everyone: beautiful views (great for photographers), architecture, restaurants, art, museums, shopping, history, sculptures, people-watching, music, dance, [...]



Seven Seas Beach in Fajardo - Fun in the Sun!

May 17th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Beach, East, North

No visit to Puerto Rico would be complete without visiting some of its beautiful beaches. Seven Seas Beach, located in Fajardo on the northeast corner of the island, is a gem waiting for your discovery. And since it’s a Balneario, it has gated parking, facilities, and lifeguards. New in 2007, it has been [...]



Enjoy Traditional Music & Dance at the Le-Lo-Lai Festival

May 3rd, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Dance, History, Music, North, OldSanJuan

The Le-Lo-Lai Festival is a wonderful cultural program of traditional music and dance, sponsored by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company.
The Festival consists of 3 different performances, showcasing different dances and music of the island and its heritage. These shows are free of cost and are amazingly high quality. They are offered [...]



Pinones Mangrove Forest - Nature Boardwalk & Waterfront Fun

Apr 17th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: Beach, Nature, North

Pinones mangrove forest (Bosque de Pinones) offers a unique experience for tourists and locals alike. No matter what you like doing, you can spend an enjoyable day or evening in this area.
Even though this area is located just east of the airport and Isla Verde, it seems like a totally different world. [...]