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Puerto Rico reveals unexpected riches
CO-OPERATIVE Personal Travel Advisor Carol Smith was invited on a fam trip with The Puerto Rico Tourist Offi ce this June, fl ying with Air Europa to discover an island full of different cultures, a diverse history and real atmosphere. She tells us why this Caribbean island is so unique: "I believe the biggest USP for Puerto Rico is its over-arching appeal – to families or groups seeking R&R, couples
celebrating a special occasion or anyone looking for activities, like horseriding or scuba diving. "One of my favourite activities was the San Juan
Walking Tour. This is a must-do experience, helping you discover the blue cobbled streets, Spanish- infl uenced open plazas and small boutiques of the capital. There is so much interesting history. "There is a vast range of accommodation in Pueto Rico but one of my favourites was the Royal Isabela Luxury Golf Course & Resort - a unique property and links golf course set on
cliffs overlooking the Atlantic
Ocean.The tour and fantastic lunch here were made even more excellent by Stanley, the charismatic owner. Ideal for honeymooners is the romantic Relais and Chateaux-owned Horned Dorset Primavera Hotel. "There's so much to do if you're not sunbathing!
Kayaking out to the Bio Lake to experience the water glowing with bioluminescence was a brilliant night tour. I would also recommend visiting Vieques Island (via a short fl ight or ferry ride). Here, visitors can ride horses along the beach, take a bike ride, or simply relax with a spot of sunrise yoga on the beach. Adrenaline junkies should visit the Toro Verde Adventure Park and conquer 'The Beast,' one of the longest and highest zip lines in the world. And then there's Palomino Island where Johnny Depp fi lmed Pirates of the Caribbean! "Once you visit Puerto Rico you will want to return
– which I keep telling my clients, especially wedding parties or honeymooners and dive groups!"
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