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Five reasons to visit Culebra

Puerto Rico
Flamenco Beach

Culebra – An island of sun, sand, sea…and turtles. Lots and lots of turtles Located around 18 miles east of the Puerto Rican mainland, the island of Culebra is seven miles long and 3 miles wide, inhabited by almost 2,000 people. It’s often described as being sleepy, with not much going on. But that’s far from the case! If you are in Puerto Rico for any length of time you should definitely set a day aside and pay it a visit. Here are five reasons to visit Culebra from the…

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Beautiful honeymoon destinations in Puerto Rico!

Puerto Rico
Old San Juan

There’s something about the pristine beaches, tropical wildlife and fascinating history and culture, which make Puerto Rico the perfect place for your honeymoon. You’ll be seeped in romance from the second you arrive to the second you leave – with the friendly faces, sandy beaches and stunning sunsets. Here are five-honeymoon destinations that are guaranteed to make your honeymoon an experience you’ll never forget! Old San Juan is captivating not just for its fascinating history but also for its beauty! Cobbled streets, dazzling tropical architecture and ancient enrich this town…

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Great Architecture in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico
Old San Juan Balcones

Strolling down the streets of old San Juan, Puerto Rico, you are transported back to the time of the conquistadors and the architecture of Andalusia in southern Spain. San Juan was Spain’s major center of commerce and military power in the Caribbean for almost four centuries.  It was the last safe port for the galleons headed back to Spain laden with gold, and the main re-supply port of ships entering from Europe. The city’s military heritage is displayed in several architectural treasures. The El Morro Fortress—The El Morro stands guard…

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Best 5 Hotels on Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Best 5 Hotels on Puerto Rico Puerto Rico is a lush tropical island that many people visit each year, including stateside Puerto Ricans. There are many pleasing hotels to stay at and visitors can use coupon codes to receive discounts on some of these hotels. Below you will find the 5 best hotels on Puerto Rico. Caribe Hilton The Caribe Hilton is considered to be one of the most luxurious hotels on Puerto Rico. It offers a secluded beach, many luxurious accommodations and is perfect for families or couples. The hotel features…

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The Best of Puerto Rico’s Museums

Puerto Rico

Although Puerto Rico has a staggering amount of pristine beaches lined with palm trees and visitors could spend an entire day doing nothing but drinking coconut smoothies in the shade, it is important to keep in mind that this small Caribbean island has so much more to offer. Puerto Rico is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites and has a diverse history which makes it much more than just another typical island in the sun. Celebrating Puerto Rico’s unique place in the world are the multitude of museums that…

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Protect Yourself: Surge in Identity Theft Has Puerto Rico Reissuing Birth Certificates

Puerto Rico
Lifelock ID theft Puerto Rico

In the United States as well as much of Europe, driver’s licenses or passports are the main identification document. In many less technologically developed countries, however, birth certificates are a main source of identification. Birth certificates are a tremendously weak form of main identification, as they do not contain a photo or list identifiable traits and they can be easy to falsify, especially in Puerto Rico. A birth certificate, once obtained, can be used to gain access to valuable information or to get photo identification. In Puerto Rico, the custom…

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Puerto Rico by Ship

Puerto Rico
Old San Juan by Ship

Puerto Rico by Ship Puerto Rico is one of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations. Cruise ships travelling the Caribbean circuit nearly always spend time in the port of San Juan, and often start their journeys from it. Other ships tend to begin a Caribbean cruise in Florida, but include San Juan in their itineraries. As it’s such a popular route, there are many lots of cruise offers available for trips using it. San Juan and the rest of Puerto Rico makes for a very attractive cruise destination, as it offers…

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Copas Wine Beer Tapas

Puerto Rico

Sabemos entre copas surgen las mejores ideas, negocios y momentos que logran ser memorables. Con esto en mente surge COPAS, con el lema una historia inolvidable. La cava de vinos, espíritus destilados y tapas con ambientación al estilo europeo que transportará todos tus sentidos en una experiencia única. Copas ubicado en la Carr. #110 Km 6.8 Aguadilla PR, anexo al IL’ Pomodoro Restautante abrió sus puertas el pasado viernes 8 de abril a las 6:00 p.m. Robert Soto y Kenneth Rodríguez le hacen frente a la mayor recesión de los…

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Vejigante Masks – Vejigante de Ponce

Puerto Rico

Carnivals and festivals are very important traditions in Puerto. Such festivals are religious in nature and represent the fight between what is good and what is evil. It is a blending of Caribbean, Spanish and African customs. Rich in culture and heritage, vejigante masks, St. James the Apostle and the cities of Loiza and Ponce play very important roles in the vejigantes of Puerto Rico. There are three major festivals in Puerto Rico. They are the Carnival of Ponce, St James Festival, and the Hatillo Mask Festival of the Holy…

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