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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, [...]



Taste Local Flavor at a Fruit and Vegetable Market

Apr 22nd, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: East, Metro, RainyDay, Shopping

The towns in Puerto Rico are all centered around a Public Square. Around this little open space, you will find a church, some government buildings and a market area. This market area will probably have small food stores, clothing stores, and stores with assorted necessities. And usually you can find [...]



A Rainy Vacation Day is Better than a Sunny Work Day

Apr 14th, 2007 • By Ray • Category: RainyDay

So you came on vacation to Puerto Rico expecting all blue skies and sunny beaches. And now it’s raining. Or maybe pouring is a better description!
Don’t worry. All is not lost. There are plenty of things to do on your PR vacation that don’t require perfect weather.
With “wet season” and “hurricane season” just around the [...]



Casa Don Q - A Little History & Lots of Good Rum!

Apr 7th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: History, OldSanJuan, RainyDay, Tour

For a quick and tasty stop, go to Casa Don Q in Old San Juan. Don Q brand is the rum preferred by Puerto Ricans - stop in and taste for yourself, and see why!
Casa Don Q is a small “museum” that has information about rum making and the history of the Don [...]



Belz Factory Outlet Mall - Shopping & Movies - Fun Rain or Shine

Feb 25th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: East, RainyDay, Shopping

Looking for a bargain on new designer clothes, a new pair of designer sunglasses, or maybe just some time out of the sun or rain? Go to the all-enclosed air conditioned Belz Factory Outlet World and shop ’til you drop!
This group of about 75 outlet stores forms a nice sized mall, that has [...]



Bacardi Rum Factory - A Tour & Free Drinks

Feb 14th, 2007 • By Gwenn • Category: North, OldSanJuan, RainyDay, Tour

We took a trip to Bacardi Rum Factory to see the tour. I admit, the free drinks were also a draw for me! I have been on other sugarcane and rum tours on other islands and always enjoyed them. This was different, more of a tour about Bacardi that takes place at their [...]