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Category: Travel to Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is a tropical island in the Caribbean Sea.  A tourist destination for a relaxing and fun vacation.

  • The Tunnel Of Guajataca

    The Tunnel Of Guajataca

    The Guajataca Tunnel (El Tunel de Guajataca) is located in Isabela, Puerto Rico. The tunnel construction started in 1904 under the U.S. administration. The tunnel join the municipalities of Isabela and Quebradillas. The tunnel entrance features an arch surrounded by bricks to enhance its appearance. It’s right by the coastal shore of the Guajataca Beach.… Read more

  • The Coquí from Puerto Rico

    The Coquí from Puerto Rico

    This teeny tiny “froggy” makes his loud voice heard all over Puerto Rico. To be sincere I don’t like frogs, except the Coquí. This is because of its miniature size. I see this tiny creature defenseless and vulnerable. The Coquí is native to Puerto Rico’s forests. Taíno natives stories and legends include the Coquí. They… Read more

  • El Morro Castle

    El Morro Castle

    El Morro, also known as Castillo San Felipe del Morro, is definitely worth visiting if you’re in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is a historic fortress located in the Old San Juan district and is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city. El Morro was built by the Spanish in the 16th century… Read more

  • The Arecibo Lighthouse

    The Arecibo Lighthouse

    The Arecibo Lighthouse a glimpse into the past and a panoramic view of the ocean. Read more

  • The Arecibo Telescope (Observatory)

    The Arecibo Telescope (Observatory)

    The Arecibo Telescope (The Observatory) had the largest dish in the world. This gigantic satellite dish was pending from three high towers. These towers were strategically settled on top of the mountains surrounding the telescope. It was located in the mountains of a countryside community in the city of Arecibo, Puerto Rico. For many years… Read more

  • 7 Useful Tips To Travel To Puerto Rico

    7 Useful Tips To Travel To Puerto Rico

    Our Blog 7 USEFUL TIPS TO TRAVEL TO PUERTO RICO There are many useful tips, when traveling to Puerto Rico, that I can share with you.  We tend to think, “Oh, I know my way around. I’m going home.”  For us Puerto Rican’s it’s natural to fall into that way of thinking.  It is true… Read more