There are a million reasons you should pay Puerto Rico a visit, and if you don’t believe us then try these on for size:
- The weather is always warm. If you’re looking for a warm place to vacay, then you found it!
- There truly is something for everyone. Dry forests, underground caves, tropical rainforests, beautiful beaches, you name it!
- Bioluminescent bays, baby! Hear us out, you can swim in glowing water.
- We can’t stress enough that the beaches are beautiful. Whether you prefer to be out on the water or just big chillin’ on the shore, you can do so on the most piecturesque beaches.
- Have we mentioned the historical architecture? Think cobblestone streets, colorful homes, bronze statues, a cliffside fort, truly a historical architecture’s paradise.
- Live music, salsa dancing, and weekend festivals are just a part of life.
If we’ve convinced you to book a flight then we’ve done our job, but stop the plane ticket scrolling for just a second and we’re going to tell you about a few of our favorite places to visit once you’re there!
Old San Juan
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We told you that Puerto Rico is a historical architecture lover’s paradise, and if that was what got you, then you need to visit Old San Juan. Here you’ll be able to walk cobblestone streets, see colonial architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries, forts, cathedrals, the list goes on and on.
Mosquito Bay
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Despite the name, we promise you won’t want to miss this. Remember those bioluminescent waters we were talking about earlier? Well, you can swim, kayak, or simply watch these beautiful waters from the shore. And if you’re wondering how this happens, it’s due to a number of factors such as shallow water depth, high temperature, low circulation, and high nutrients; all of these things work together to create glowy waters.
Isla Desecheo
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This is a great spot for anyone wanting to get in a great scuba dive! The area isn’t typically crowded with tourists and the water is both calm and clear. The perfect spot for spotting coral reefs and bright tropical fish!
Rio Camuy Cave Park
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Rio Camuy is one of the largest cave systems in the world spanning 268 acres. Here you can view stalactites, stalagmites, and take a trolley approximately 200 feet below ground to really get a good view of the caves!