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Puerto Rican actor and film producer, Benicio del Toro, has a string of awards to his credit, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Cannes Film Festival Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as an award from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). This hard working and well respected actor has recently starred in “The Argentine” and “Guerrilla”, and fans can look forward to seeing him in “The Wolf Man”, currently being filmed and due for release in 2009.
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When most tourists visit a foreign country, they don’t only want to see the attractions or relax on the beaches, they want to experience everything. And with everything comes tasting the local cuisine and exotic dishes. In Puerto Rico, a Mesones Gastronomicos Program was established in 1987 to regulate participating restaurants and to ensure that guests who dine at these specific restaurants are guaranteed excellent service, good food and value for money. It is a program that began in Spain, but has proved to be a successful venture in Puerto Rico.
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The city of Ponce in Puerto Rico is a popular tourist destination, offering plenty for visitors to see and do. The eye-catching Old Ponce Firehouse Museum, located in Marina Street just off the Plaza de las Delicias, is likely one of the city’s most photographed tourist attractions. Painted in red and black stripes, the building has beautiful arched stained glass windows, houses a fascinating collection of exhibits, has a tourist information center in the foyer and is free of charge to visitors.
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Every year thousands of people visit the northwest corner of Puerto Rico to enjoy the crystal clear blue waters, pristine beaches and vibrant marine life that exists there. Many of these visitors arrive in their own yachts, determined to make the most of their visit despite the lack of facilities available to them on that part of the island. Fortunately it seems this may not be the case for much longer.
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Voltio was born in Santurce, in Puerto Rico, on 20 March 1977. Although born Julio Ramos, he later became known as Voltio after a shocking accident while working as an electrician. His music career started at an early age, but he had to fight to get to the top and even almost lost hope along the way. Voltio’s story is one of determination and persistence. He took once last piece of advice to heart, and is today one of the top reggaeton musicians in Puerto Rico.
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For the second year in a row, Puerto Rico will be the host of one of the biggest men’s college basketball events. The 2008 O’Reilly Auto Parts Puerto Rico Tip-Off, or just the Puerto Rico Tip-Off, is a tournament that is held in conjunction with O’Reilly Auto Parts, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, ESPNU and ESPN Regional Television. It will see eight magnificent teams battle it out in a twelve game tournament that will be hosted in the Coliseo de Puerto Rico, in San Juan.
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When it comes to holidays, and especially Christmas, each country and family have their own dishes and drinks that have become a part of their tradition. Recipes that have been passed down from one generation to the next are included in the menu over the years, and with some dishes, Christmas would just not be Christmas, without them. In many countries eggnog is a must during the festive season, and in Puerto Rico, it is Coquito.
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Rincon, in Puerto Rico, is a popular destination with tourists and visitors because of its magnificent landscapes, spectacular attractions and it’s near perfect surfing conditions. Many come here to enjoy the water activities such as scuba diving and whale watching, or to take in the noteworthy sites that Rincon has to offer. But lately, tourists are also enjoying the creative side of Puerto Rico through its art galleries and exhibitions. The artists who display their work at the Secret Garden Fine Art Gallery have taken the most picturesque moments that nature has to offer and immortalized them in various art forms.
