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The Scurvy Dog’s Puerto Rican Blog

September 8, 2012August 27, 2021 Puerto Rico

Hola! I’m Roberto and I run a website, a blog dedicated to the exploration of Puerto Rico. Though my main focus is on the ‘rest of the island’, Old San Juan is still a favorite. I’ve featured it many times. I don’t spend much effort talking about golf or health spas as those are already covered elsewhere. My focus is on exploring the island’s culture and history with an emphasis on ‘low cost’ activities. Cheap is good, free is best! I have a ‘rating system’ based on that. What’s more,…

Puerto Rico – a Tropical Paradise for Your Wedding

September 5, 2012September 17, 2022 Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico – a Tropical Paradise for Your Wedding If you are looking for the perfect destination for your wedding, you would be hard pressed to make a better choice than to tie the knot in Puerto Rico. The favourable climate, breathtaking scenery, relaxed atmosphere and food make this Caribbean island very popular with couples wanting to marry in a far-flung destination. When to go Puerto Rico can be a year round wedding destination. Its tropical location means that it is like summer all the year round in Puerto Rico…

Eugene Marlow’s Heritage Ensemble

September 3, 2012October 27, 2024 Puerto Rico

Eugene Marlow’s Heritage Ensemble’s repertoire is a reflection of the mixing of cultures that has increasingly evolved in the world of music in recent decades. Described as “. . . a cross-cultural collaboration that spins & grooves” by the New York City Jazz Record, Eugene Marlow’s Heritage Ensemble is an imaginative and tight quintet that churns out its unique brand of pulsating world music with infectious danceable rhythms in various jazz, Afro-Caribbean, and Brazilian styles. Marlow’s musical journey has been infused with numerous Latin jazz influences over a long period…

Top Tourist Attractions in Puerto Rico

August 31, 2012August 27, 2021 Puerto Rico

Top Tourist Attractions in Puerto Rico Located in the Northeastern Caribbean, east of Dominican Republic and west of the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, an unincorporated territory of the United States of America, is a wonderful vacation destination for many people in this world. It is an island that has been originally populated by aboriginal people, but then it was claimed by the Hispanics. Back in 1898 Spain ceded the island to the U.S. under terms of the Treaty of Paris. The modern culture of Puerto Rico represents an interesting mix…

Activity Holidays in Puerto Rico

August 30, 2012August 27, 2021 Puerto Rico

Activity Holidays in Puerto Rico A popular Caribbean destination, the small island of Puerto Rico has plenty on offer. With its tropical climate, sandy beaches, colonial history and adventure activities, it is understandable why so many people visit this dream destination. About Puerto Rico Puerto Rico is an official US territory with the US dollar as its currency. Although many Puerto Ricans migrate to the US every year, there are millions of US mainland visitors who flock to visit the island. It is a self-governing commonwealth located in the Atlantic…

Puerto Rican Institute of Music – Instituto Puertorriqueño de Música

August 27, 2012September 25, 2021 Puerto Rico

Instituto Puertorriqueño de Música Puerto Rican Institute of Music 2661 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 • (267) 240 8111 info@ipmusica.com www.ipmusica.com ipm.prim@gmail.com HORAS DE OFICINA: Se requiere cita previa. Lunes: 8:00 AM a 10:30 AM 7:30 PM a 9:30 PM Martes: 6:30 PM a 9:30 PM Miercoles: 8:00 AM a 10:30 AM 7:30 PM a 9:30 PM Jueves: …

Domino Tables: Symbols Of Puerto Rican Culture

August 27, 2012August 23, 2021 Puerto Rico

If there is one thing Puerto Ricans may have defined better than any other culture, it is how to have a genuinely good time without the use of modern technology. One of the most definitive objects in Puerto Rican homes is the domino table. Nearly every family has one, and some have had their tables for multiple generations. Families, friends and new acquaintances can all gather around the table to laugh and play a timeless game. In tourist towns, visitors are welcome to join the games or learn how to…

Weddings In The Caribbean – Puerto Rico

August 26, 2012January 15, 2022 Puerto Rico

Weddings In The Caribbean – Puerto Rico The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory of the United States and is situated in the north-eastern Caribbean Sea, east of the Dominican Republic and west of the Virgin Islands. It is the ideal location to play host to couples wishing to have their weddings in the Caribbean, with all the elements present to ensure that dream wedding ceremony becomes a actuality. Puerto Rico is made up of a group of islands that includes the main island of Puerto Rico and…

Three Very Successful Puerto Ricans

August 24, 2012September 24, 2021 Puerto Rico

Three Very Successful Puerto Ricans Puerto Ricans are proud of their rich cultural heritage, comforting foods, friendly ways, festive music, and family customs. Because music and performance has been an integral part of the culture, there have been many Puerto Ricans who have made it and are on top of their game. Here’s a list of three of the most famous Puerto Ricans in their industry. J.Lo: the powerhouse Jennifer Lopez is the middle daughter of 3 from a modest Puerto Rican family growing up in the Bronx, New York.…

Scholarships for Puerto Rican Women Wanting to Study in the US

August 22, 2012September 24, 2021 Puerto Rico

Scholarships for Puerto Rican Women Wanting to Study in the US Because Puerto Rican women have found that education is one of the better paths to independence and prosperity, they are attending college in greater numbers than ever. Even more might be interested in getting a degree if they knew how many scholarships are available that are designated for those of their nationality and gender. Free cash for college is just waiting for the Puerto Rican women who are willing to spend the time and effort to apply for these…

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