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7 Things To Do in Puerto Rico When Visiting by Cruise Ship

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Cruising is a great way to explore several different destinations without having to pack up and get on a plane every couple of days. Many Caribbean cruises include a stop in Puerto Rico. This U.S. territory has an amazing array of attractions to draw you in. Unfortunately, most cruise ships only stop for a day. So, if you don’t find any of your ship’s shore excursions appealing, then how do you choose what to see and do while you are in port? Start by learning about some of the most…

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A Stay At Old San Juan In Puerto Rico

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One of the most used departure ports for cruise ships in the Caribbean is San Juan in Puerto Rico. We decided to arrive a day early to San Juan in order to see some sights before our cruise ship departure. San Juan, known as ‘La Ciudad Amurallada’ (the walled city), was founded in 1521 and is the oldest city under the US flag. During the 16th century, the Spanish used it as a point of departure for expeditions to the New World. Fortifications in the Old San Juan section of…

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