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Culebrita is an uninhabited island with breathtaking white sand and turquoise-hued beaches, accessible only by boat. Known for its pristine, untouched beauty, Culebrita is ideal for day trips, where visitors can explore its scenic lighthouse, natural tide pools, and secluded beaches.


HISTORIC OLD SAN JUAN The oldest European-founded city in America is rich in history and culture. Spend an afternoon wandering


its cobblestone streets, admiring pastel-colored colonial architecture and historic forts such as El Morro and San Cristóbal. Plaza de Armas is a central square perfect for people- watching and relaxing. The San Juan Cathedral, the


second-oldest cathedral in the Americas, houses the tomb of Ponce de León. And La Fortaleza, the official residence of the governor of Puerto Rico, is a UNESCO world heritage site. The old city is also filled with


an array of shops, from local artisans to high-end boutiques, as well as innovative restaurants offering a fusion of traditional and contemporary cuisine.


WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK Santaella cooks traditional Puerto Rican flavors in the heart of San Juan with a modern twist. The chic, inviting ambiance is perfect for casual dinners or special occasions. Signature dishes include tuna


tartare, fried cheese with guava sauce, and decadent mofongo. Don’t miss their extensive cocktail menu featuring innovative drinks, like the passion fruit mojito. La Casita Blanca in San Juan


offers an authentic Puerto Rican dining experience in a rustic, colorful setting. The menu features local favorites like mofongo and arroz con gandules, all made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Situated in Old San Juan, La Factoría is a world-renowned bar


In a Passport Pinch?


Keep your vacation plans on track with these fast renewal options. ::


BY JILL SCHILDHOUSE P


lanning a trip overseas? Now is the best time of year to renew a passport that’s


approaching its expiration. Many countries require a U.S.


passport to have six months of validity remaining before they give permission to enter. Some airlines won’t even allow passengers with fewer than six months of passport validity to board flights from the U.S. Even worse: It takes six to eight


weeks for routine passport service, and two to three weeks for expedited service. And mailing times are not included in those processing times, which could add two to four more weeks into the equation. From late winter into summer,


demand for passports is generally higher than other periods of the year, making it wiser to plan ahead and apply during the slow season — now through December. But what if you’re traveling in


a few weeks and just realized your passport doesn’t have six months left? Here are four options for renewing it quickly:


1


ONLINE In June, the State Department


reintroduced a trial service for eligible U.S. citizens to renew their passports online, though it’s important to note that it’s not exactly an expedited service, as the website (travel.state.gov/content/ travel/en/passports/have-passport/ renew-online.html) says you should not be traveling internationally for at least eight weeks from the date you submit your application. This is a beta version, and


you may not be able to start your application on the day of your choice. The system opens for a limited time at 12 noon ET.


2


EXPEDITED RENEWAL If you need your passport


fast, call the National Passport Information Center at 877-487-2778 to request expedited service for an extra $60. You may also pay for upgraded one- to two-day delivery for an extra $19.53. (This is only available for passport books, not cards.)


Another option for quicker


renewal is to visit a passport agency or center (travel.state.gov/ content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/ passport-agencies.html). Passport agencies and


centers are operated by the State Department, require an


Many countries require a U.S. passport to have six months of validity remaining before they give permission to enter.


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