Travel Guide
Be an Ambassador of the Environment at the Ritz in Dorado
The Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ambassadors of the Environment program at the Dorado Beach Ritz-Carlton Reserve offers eco-oriented activities for children, teens, and adults. Each of the programs are designed to highlight an aspect of Puerto Rico's natural wonders and cultural heritage, while promoting the importance of ecology and sustainability. Unlike most activities at the Ritz-Carlton, these ones are available to anyone, even those not staying at the resort.
Nature, Rainy Day, Snorkeling, Tour, Water Sports, North, With Kids
Specialty Coffee Cupping Workshop Tour in Old San Juan
Do you love coffee? Do you want to learn (and taste) the differences between specialty and commercial grade coffee blends? Are you interested in the history of coffee production in Puerto Rico? If you answered Yes to a least one of these questions, then you should check out this Coffee Cupping Workshop offered in Old San Juan.
Who is Ready to Get Bushwacked?
We had our first Bushwacker drinks while on Culebra, and every time we go there, this is our drink of choice. It is kinda like a Mudslide, but with a hint of coconut. We did our research and came up with a recipe that is delicious and easy to make at home. You just need to provide your own white sand beach and deep blue water. Enjoy!
Suprising Discoveries at Julio Enrique Monagas Park
Julio Enrique Monagas Park in Bayamon offers both a unique nature respite for families, and amazing adventure opportunities. It is a great place for bird watching, walking trails, picnics and playground fun, without having to go too far from San Juan. For the more active person, it also has bike (MTB) trails and lots of karst (limestone) rock walls, perfect for rock climbing.
Exploring Cayo Luis Peña in Culebra
We managed to snorkel, hike, explore white sand beaches, hunt sea glass and shells, play in the water and relax all in one day on a recent trip in Culebra when we kayaked over to Cayo Luis Pena. This little island is rarely visited, but it really is worth the effort to experience this beautiful nature reserve.
Beach, History, Nature, Snorkeling, Culebra, Off Beaten Path
Museum of Coffee in Ciales
For more than 275 years, the haciendas throughout the cool mountain regions of Puerto Rico have been growing coffee. It was once one of the largest crops in production on the island. The Museum of Coffee in Ciales is a place where you can explore some of the history of coffee, and to experience some of the best coffee available in Puerto Rico today.
Closed? Caparra Ruins: Remains of the First Spanish Settlement
The Spanish settlers made Puerto Rico their home more than 500 years ago, and you can see the archaeological evidence of their first settlement at the Caparra Ruins Museum and Historic Park in the town of Guaynabo. It is a small but important spot that has been set aside for its historical significance.
Hiking on Vieques: Cayo de Tierra
What do you do when you get tired of lying on a beach on Vieques? You go for a hike! There aren't that many places for hiking on the island, but Cayo de Tierra, at the western end of Playa Sun Bay, offers a challenging uphill walk that has some great views at the top.
An Itinerary for 3 Days on Culebra
If you are someone who just loves spending lazy days lying on a beautiful beach, or if (like us) you need more activity including beach-combing, snorkeling, hiking, and great photo ops … then the out-island of Culebra is for you. It offers the best of both worlds! Here is a sample itinerary that you can use for planning a quick getaway to Culebra.
El Pirata - My Favorite Rincon Sunset Drink!
While we don’t get out to the west coast of Puerto Rico very often, when we do, we make a point to toast the sunset with a Pirate Special. This amazing concoction of rum and coconut is devilishly delicious. Though we don't have the exact recipe, we've come up with one that tastes pretty good to us!
Currently "closed"- Isla Ratones: An Island Too Pretty for its Name
I really love visiting the small out-islands around Puerto Rico. They are so pretty - just spits of white sand and palm trees surrounded by clear blue water. But with a name like Isla Ratones (Rat Island), this one kind of scared me. But then I finally got to go, and it’s a cute little island. It’s a nice place to visit for a couple hours (or a day) if you are in the area.
Hombre de Puerto Ferro Archaeological Site
Did you know that Vieques has been a favorite stop for travelers to the Caribbean for thousands of years? Seriously … there is archaeological evidence. The skeletal remains of a 4000 year old man, El Hombre de Puerto Ferro, were found on Vieques in 1991, surrounded by large boulders.
Things to See in the Capitol District of Old San Juan
We recently took some time to explore the Capitol District of Old San Juan. In addition to the Capitol Building, there are a number of memorial plazas and sculptures, including a Holocaust Memorial, Fallen Soldier Memorial, Monument to Police killed in the line of duty, and quite a few more. We've driven through this area many times over the years without even knowing these things were there. Boy, were we surprised by all that we found!
Art, History, Old San Juan, Budget, Cruise Ship, Off Beaten Path
Sail the Day Away on the Pez Vela in Culebra
Culebra is a small island off the east coast of PR, that offers some great water-based activities. There are some even smaller, less-visited islands surrounding Culebra that are just begging to be explored. But, to get to those, you need a boat. Captain Bill Penfield offers charters to all areas around the waters of Cuelbra on his Pez Vela sailboat. It is a great way to spend a day!
Beach, History, Nature, Snorkeling, Tour, Culebra, East, Off Beaten Path
Glide High Above the Water on a Parasail
Parasailing is one of those things that, once you see someone doing it, you just want to do yourself. It is amazingly calm and quiet up there, and takes almost no effort on the part of the passenger, so just about anyone can do it. It is an activity that is available all around Puerto Rico, so you’ve come to the right place if you want to give it a try.
Hunting Sea Glass in Vieques
Sea glass or beach glass collecting has been a long tradition in my family. I have many fond memories of going to the beach with my grandmother and hunting for sea glass with her. I enjoy continuing this tradition whenever I go to a beach. Some beaches in Puerto Rico are better than others for finding these sea-tumbled treasures, and Vieques has some really nice sea glass beaches.
Explore Playa Grande Sugar Plantation and Mill Ruins on Vieques
Vieques is most popular for its bright biobay, and for its many lovely, unspoiled beaches. But there are other less-visited sites that are interesting. The ruins of the Central Playa Grande Sugar Mill is one of those sites.
It's the Law: No Handheld Cellphone Use While Driving
Stuff you need to know - A new law, prohibiting the use of handheld mobile phones while driving, goes into effect in Puerto Rico on 01 January 2013. The law specifically bans drivers from texting or talking on cellphones, without the use of hands-free equipment. Violations carry a $50 fine.
Three Kings Museum in Juana Diaz
The big holiday in Puerto Rico is Three Kings Day, celebrated on January 6. And nowhere else on the island are the Three Kings taken more seriously than in the town of Juana Diaz, referred to by some as the Bethlehem of Puerto Rico. Juana Diaz is also home to the only museum dedicated exclusively to "all things Three Kings". Stop into the Casa Museo de los Santos Reyes to learn about the Christmastime traditions of the island.
Playa Negra: Black Sand on Vieques
Vieques is probably most well known for its beaches, many of which have beautiful white sand. But there is one little beach that has black sand, called Playa Negra. You need to walk a path for about 20 mins to get there, but it is so worth the effort.
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