Puerto Rico

The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is a gem for U.S. travelers. You can visit it as easily as any other state in the nation. Puerto Rico was acquired by the United States in 1898 as a result of the Spanish-American War, and Puerto Ricans became U.S. citizens in 1917.  The island’s national historic site in Old San Juan is a must-see with the fortifications which protected the city from land and sea attack. Strolling along the streets of Old San Juan with its vibrant colors, restaurants and bars, makes for a great day, or days, of enjoyment. Venture beyond the city for the island’s beaches, including three bioluminescent bays, and the tropical rainforest, El Junque National Forest.

Colors of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a historic district, subject to guidelines for the preservation and…

San Juan National Historic Site – U.S. National Park Service, San Juan, Puerto Rico

The United States National Parks System has over 400 parks, including places of great natural beauty…

Churches of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud (Chapel of Christ the Savior) Capilla del Santo Cristo de la…

Historic Sites of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

The streets of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, are known for the colorful buildings and colonial…

Food Tour of Old San Juan with Spoon

As part of this year’s North American Travel Journalists Conference in Puerto Rico, we were guests…

A Visit to Puerto Rico’s Casa Bacardí

A visit to Puerto Rico would be incomplete without a trip to Casa Bacardí. Bacardí is the world’s…

Breakfast in Old San Juan: La Carreta Mercado Local

On our last day in Puerto Rico, we decided to explore a bit more of Old San Juan, but first, we…

La Central by Mario Pagan

On our first and last days in Puerto Rico, we treated ourselves to dinner at La Central by Mario…

Just Back from Puerto Rico

We’re just back from our trip to Puerto Rico last week for the NATJA (North American Travel…