TRAVEL
WHAT TO DO You can rent a car and drive yourself around, or book organized tours to many of the following spots online through companies like Viator or with your hotel concierge. Uber and taxis make getting around San Juan a breeze, but you will need a car to see other parts of the island on your own.
BIOLUMINESCENT BAYS On a moonless night, you can kayak through glowing waters, illuminated by microscopic organisms known as dinoflagellates. Mosquito Bay on Vieques
Island is the brightest of the bays, requiring a flight or ferry ride from
the mainland and an overnight stay. Laguna Grande in Fajardo,
located just an hour’s drive from San Juan, is easily accessible and close to numerous hotels. La Parguera in Lajas, a two-hour
drive from San Juan, offers another mesmerizing experience.
EL YUNQUE NATIONAL FOREST Sacred in Puerto Rican culture, El Yunque offers lush landscapes and numerous hiking trails leading to natural pools and waterfalls. Guided tours, available through
hotel concierges or Viator, include exciting activities like natural rock waterslides, rope swings, and cliff jumps.
El Yunque National Forest
STUNNING BEACHES With nearly 300 beaches, Puerto Rico’s coastline has something for everyone.
Flamenco Beach on Culebra
Island is one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches, accessible by a short flight or ferry from San Juan. Its crystal-clear waters and powdery white sand make it perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Crash Boat Beach in Aguadilla on
the northwest shore offers a vibrant mix of snorkeling, fishing, and seasonal surfing. The beach’s iconic pier is famous for diving, and the area is renowned for its spectacular sunsets and local food vendors. For a more secluded experience,
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Waterfall in El Yunque National Forest Flamenco Beach
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