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Puerto Rico

Personal stories, travel hacks, and travel tips for the top destinations in Puerto Rico. Check them out to get the most out of your trip!

Country Information

Capital

San Juan

Best Time to Visit

Mid-April to June

Transportation

Cars, Públicos (public vans), Ferries

Language

N/A

Population

3,285,874

UNESCO Sites

N/A

Currency

N/A

Top Attractions

  • Old San Juan
  • El Yunque National Forest
  • Flamenco Beach
  • Bioluminescent Mosquito Bay
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro

Latest Posts

Aerial view of Port of San Juan in Puerto Rico

Where to Stay in Puerto Rico: 14 Best Hotels, Rentals & Resorts

Puerto Rico is one of the best Caribbean islands to book a flight to for your next tropical getaway. It’s also a top choice for Americans looking for places to visit without a passport for an easy and quick break away from it all. With its natural beauty, white sand beaches, world-class golf courses, and […]

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Puerto Rican cuisine sampler dish

25 Different Types of Puerto Rican Food to Try

As a territory of the United States, you may not expect Puerto Rican food to be a foreign culinary experience. But contrary to the island’s complicated, colonialist socio-political positionality with the United States, the Island of Enchantment has cuisine akin to its fellow Caribbean islands. What makes Puerto Rican cuisine special is its amalgamation of […]

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Exotic carribean shore of Puerto Rico Flamenco beach

15 Best Resorts in Puerto Rico For An Island Getaway

Puerto Rico is one of the dreamiest places in the Caribbean, though it’s often forgotten by travelers looking for that all-inclusive resort feel of a place like St. Thomas or Barbados. Simultaneously, leisure travelers flock to Puerto Rico as one of their tropical island destinations. Why? Because Puerto Rico’s picturesque ocean views, stunning El Yunque […]

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The Capitol of Puerto Rico

29 Best Things to Do in San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan is an amazing city that everyone should visit at least once, but once you visit it the first time, you’ll want to go back time and time again. This historic city was founded by Spanish colonists in 1521 and has been continuously inhabited ever since. Today, it’s the largest city in Puerto Rico. […]

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San Juan Scenery

24 Best Things to Do in Puerto Rico & Places to Visit

Vacations in Puerto Rico are usually filled with beautiful beaches, calm waters, natural wonders, and essentially everything else that nature lovers seek. Does that sound like your kind of trip? Here are the best things to do in Puerto Rico. Visiting Puerto Rico is unlike visiting most other Caribbean islands. It’s a piece of Latin […]

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Colorful buildings in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

When is the Best Time to Travel to Puerto Rico? (Ranked)

Is November the best time to visit Puerto Rico, or should I plan for the warmer May or August months? Depending on your preferred type of weather or activities, Puerto Rico offers a unique and appealing travel season for all. Read on for incredible tips on the best time to travel to Puerto Rico. The […]

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