Month: January 2020

How to Prepare Your Puerto Rican Home for Spring

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Preparing a Puerto Rican home for spring is a great way to enjoy the last few warm days of winter. With spring rainfall in Puerto Rico averaging between 2 and 3 inches monthly, it is vital to prepare ahead of time. Here are some things you should do to prepare your home for the spring in Puerto Rico. Ready to Grill One thing that you will want to do is get ready to grill. It would be best if you start by wiping down the exterior of the grill with…

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Why Heading Back To School Is A Worthwhile Investment Later In Your Life

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Why Heading Back To School Is A Worthwhile Investment Later In Your Life Around one-third of Americans have a college degree or higher qualification, and among them are record numbers of students from the Puerto Rican and Hispanic communities. It wasn’t always this way though. There is still an overwhelming percentage that has not gained their college diploma.  According to the 2018 Hechinger Report, Latino Americans are half as likely to get a college degree than their non-Hispanic white adults. In fact, they are still the least likely group to…

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Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida

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Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida 1417 N. Semoran Blvd., Ste. 205 Orlando, FL 32807 Call (407) 233-3341 https://www.prcccf.com/ As the voice of business and culture for Central Florida, the Chamber works to ensure that the Central Florida region is a vibrant and prosperous place to carryout business while developing lasting relationships. The Chamber seeks to maintain and enhance a strong business climate based on the principles of free enterprise and social responsibility. We are committed to advancing existing businesses, attracting new economic opportunities and constructively influencing public…

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Packing Guide for Your Upcoming Trip to Puerto Rico

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Old San Juan Streets

Home to lush rainforests, beautiful beaches, historic cities and mountainous terrain, Puerto Rico has a lot to offer in terms of things to do. While its varied landscape makes it an ideal destination for travelers, it also makes it difficult for visitors to pack accordingly. Many visitors under-pack, while those who are familiar with the terrain tend to overpack. You can get the packing part just right, however, with this ultimate packing guide for Puerto Rico. Lightweight Clothing The weather in Puerto Rico is generally hot and humid, so you…

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Wine Trends That Will Shape The Industry In 2020

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The US is by far the largest consumer of wine in the world at an annual rate of 4.3 billion bottles per year, according to the International Organization of Vine and Wine. The wine market is huge, and is expected to keep growing at a rate of 6 percent, driven by a growing interest in wine among Millenials. The wine sector has been going through some twists and turns in the past decade, many of which are responsible for the constant rise in popularity and growth of the industry in…

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Economic Recovery From Hurricane Katrina Is A Revived Puerto Rico

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Economic Recovery from Hurricane Maria

Many think that Puerto Rico’s economy is still recovering from the hurricane. The truth is that Puerto Rico was devastated by the hurricane, but is slowly, slowly recovering. Hurricane hit the island in September, 2020, damaging the airports, hospitals, markets, electricity and other infrastructure. It took two months to fully repair the damages. After that, the island’s economy really started to recover. For a period of four years, the Caribbean island was affected by extreme weather. Only recently did the health facilities, restaurants and industries begin to show signs of…

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Parque de Bombas Ponce Puerto Rico

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Parque de Bombas Ponce Puerto Rico

Parque de Bombas The Old Ponce Fire Station at Plaza las Delicias The Parque de Bombas de Ponce is located at the Plaza de las Delicias in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is open 9:30am to 6:00pm, Wednesday-Monday. Call 787-284-4141, ext. 342 or 787-284-3338 for more information. The Parque de Bombas (English: firehouse) is a historic former fire station in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is one of Puerto Rico’s most notable buildings, with some considering it “by far the most easily recognized landmark in the Island.” It is located at the…

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Hotel Belgica Ponce Puerto Rico

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​Hotel Belgica Relax in the Magic of Time   722 Villa Street Ponce, PR 00730 boutiquehotelbelgica@yahoo.com Tel: (787) 844-3255 Hotel Belgica is a family owned boutique Hotel, landmark structure in the historical district of Ponce. Characterized by neoclassical architecture developed at the end of the XIX century and located by a vast array of sightseeing activities, restaurants, museums, shopping areas and trolleys. Founded in 1872, the Hotel fulfilled the demand for the many visitors to the city of Ponce. The hotel has recently been restored for the enjoyment of the…

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