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Coffee is a part of billions of peoples’ every day lives. Some blends are cheap and mixed with chicory – other blends are rich and aromatic. Puerto Rico happens to be one of the coffee growing capitals of the world. Some of the world’s finest coffee is found here, making the Maricao Coffee Festival that much more noteworthy.
Fancy a spot of rum during your stay in Puerto Rico? Look no further than a visit to Casa Don Q.. Not only does this small museum provide the rum free of charge but they also give you the chance to learn more about the rum making process.
The beautiful Caya Icacos is one of the string of small islands forming La Cordillera Nature Reserve off the north east tip of Puerto Rico. These uninhabited coral islands – Icacos, Palominitos, Lobos, Diablo and Ratones – are administered by the Department of Natural Resources of Puerto Rico and are popular scuba diving and snorkeling destinations. Many who have explored the area agree that Icacos Island is the most picturesque of the islands and has the most abundant and diverse underwater life.
Near the screams of the gulls at the Cruise Ship Docks and the hive of activity at Colon’s Square is a fortification that has been listed as a World Heritage Site since 1983. It is one of the biggest fortifications ever built by the Spanish, covering twenty seven acres and is an intimidating site. Castillo San Cristòbal is a breathtaking structure in Old San Juan, which is a vital part of the history of Puerto Rico and the development of the city. To celebrate the history of Puerto Rico and bring the major stories of the past to visitors and locals in a spellbinding way, the Castillo San Cristòbal has become home to a spectacular show, Lights and Shadows.
With its lovely sandy beaches, stunning coral reefs, lush green hillsides and friendly people, Puerto Rico’s Culebra is a popular tourist destination. Holiday-makers who choose to travel to Culebra by airplane will be rewarded with a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the Carlos Rosario beach and reef as they approach the island from the northwest. The different shades of green and blue indicate where some of Puerto Rico’s richest coral reefs lie, just waiting to be explored.
Puerto Rico is known to be an exotic holiday destination, complete with vibrant energy, an island atmosphere and magnificent beaches to enjoy. As the sparkling ocean waters come rushing to the beach, the light breeze caresses your skin and the seagulls call as they soar overhead, you realize that you are just one step away from paradise. Marveling at the beauty of the sea from the shore is a relaxing and tranquil experience, but to truly enjoy the calmness and fun of the waters, why not take a Puerto Rican cruise.
The city of Ponce in Puerto Rico is a treasure trove of history and culture for visitors to explore, with many superb examples of architecture from a bygone era. Located on Reina Street at Mendez Vigo, the pastel pink and white Museo Casa Wiechers-Villaronga, which was recently restored by the Puerto Rican Institute of Culture, stands out from the surrounding buildings, beckoning passersby to take a look into some of the city’s fascinating history.
Situated around a 45 minutes drive east of Ponce, the friendly seaside town of Patillas, established around the once thriving sugar cane industry, may not be the first place tourists think of stopping off at when visiting the beautiful country of Puerto Rico. But word is starting to get around that, not only is Patillas a place of great natural beauty, but revelers visiting Patillas can enjoy a fun-filled weekend of partying at Barrio Bajo’s Villa Pesquera beach.
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