Puerto Rico is the self-proclaimed Rum Capital of the World, so what better place to come and enjoy the best rums from all around the world? This year marks the second annual Taste of Rum, the official Rum Festival & International Rum Competition of Puerto Rico, being held in Old San Juan on March 21, 2010.

The Flavors of San Juan Food & Culture Tour is a guided walking tour in Old San Juan. Throughout this tour, you’ll get to sample food & drinks at different restaurants, learn about the history & culture of Puerto Rico, see some of the sites in the city, and learn about some of the local arts & crafts. We thought it was an interesting & enjoyable couple of hours.

If you’re looking for an exciting way to see Old San Juan, you can get a tour of the 400-year old city from a different angle — on a Jet Ski. Aquatica offers a Jet Ski Pirate Tour that is wet and wild, and combines some history and a lot of fun. We did this a few weeks ago and it was a blast!

Playita del Condado is a small, public beach located on Ashford Avenue next to the Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza. Located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Condado Lagoon, it has shallow, calm water, a golden sand beach, rinse showers, and beach chairs and umbrellas available for rent.

Whether you have just a couple of hours or a couple of days, there are plenty of things to keep you busy and entertained in the northeast part of Puerto Rico. From the rain forest to beaches to biobays, we’ve put together a list of activities sorted by the amount of time you need to do each.

Get some exercise on vacation and take a tour of the San Juan area at the same time. Rent The Bicycle, in Old San Juan, offers bike rentals and guided bike tours in the Old San Juan, Condado and Piñones areas. They offer options that are great for cruise ship visitors, tourists and locals alike.

Salsa is practically the national dance of Puerto Rico. You can brush up on your moves, or learn your first basic steps, with some Salsa dancing lessons during your vacation. We’ve been going for the past couple of weeks. It’s fun!

The Cadencia Andaluza: Espectáculo de Flamenco Puertorriqueño show at the Tablao de Paulette is a traditional Flamenco music and dance show with a Puerto Rican flair. It’s an enjoyable way to spend a couple hours on a Saturday night and to experience a slice of real Puerto Rican life.

Finding a restroom while visiting a strange city can be difficult. We’ve scouted out some of the public (and not so public) places you can find a restroom during your time in Old San Juan. This is one list that you’ll want to keep with you!

Enjoy a free Flamenco dance show while eating dinner at Barrachina Restaurant on Friday and Saturday nights in Old San Juan.