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Located in the city of Bayamon, Puerto Rico, the Francisco Oller Museum is housed in the charming neoclassical building that at one time served as the Bayamon City Hall. Named in honor of renowned Puerto Rican artist, Francisco Manuel Oller Cestero, the museum features fascinating memorabilia relating to the city’s history, arts and sports, as well as some superb examples of the artist’s works along with the works of other local artists, such as Puerto Rican sculptor Tomas Batista.
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The Dona Fela Museum in San Juan pays tribute to Felisa Rincón de Gautier (9 January 1897-16 September 1994), who was the Mayor of San Juan from 1946 through to 1968. The museum is located in the house that was once her home, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and personality of a woman who was known and respected for her immense compassion, strong convictions and her determination to turn her dreams into reality.
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Old San Juan, the historic colonial section of the Puerto Rican city of San Juan, is rich in the history and culture that shaped this fascinating country. One of the suggestions for visitors to enjoy Old San Juan is by means of a walking tour incorporating all the landmarks of this charming part of the city, including the magnificent Raíces Fountain, also known as the Roots Fountain, which is situated on the Paseo de la Princesa.
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Hacienda 8A is not only a horse riding facility that accommodates local residents of Puerto Rico, but welcomes visitors and tourists to spend the day with them. Their dedication and passion for horses is evident from the moment one arrives at Hacienda 8A, with amble facilities, magnificent surroundings and a horse riding philosophy that they want to share with the world. It is also a legacy they want to leave behind, enabling others to experience the magical bond that can only be felt between a horse and its rider.
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Just thirty minutes drive from San Juan is a small city by the name of Caguas. And one of the attractions in Caguas is starting to become very popular with both locals and tourists, namely the Caguas Botanical and Cultural Garden. Landscaped on sixty acres, the gardens now decorate the land that was once home to pre-Colombian Taino and in later years became Hacienda San Jose. The sugar mill closed down in 1920, and the ruins of its buildings and plants that have taken over add to the beauty and diversity of this new garden, which is a wonderful addition to the natural attractions list in Puerto Rico.
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Situated on Puerto Rico’s Isla de Vieques, the Hacienda Tamarindo welcomes visitors with warm hospitality and a spectacular view of the sparkling Caribbean. Hacienda Tamarindo’s owners, Burr and Linda Vail, have gone to great lengths to ensure that the hacienda is a place that visitors are reluctant to leave, and eager to return to, time and again. Guests soon come to realize why Hacienda Tamarindo was one of three Puerto Rican hotels to earn an entry in the best-selling tourism guide book, “1,000 Places to See Before You Die”.
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There are many faces to the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, one of which is to promote the tourism industry of Puerto Rico. Since its establishment in the year 1970, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company has been working tirelessly to introduce promotional campaigns to advertise the island, creating infrastructures to assist the tourism industry and encouraging locals to engage in tourism related ventures, such as establishing adequate accommodation, restaurants and activities to lure tourists to the island. Lately they have working closely with airlines to increase the number of flights to the island to offer improved transportation.
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Many tourists travel to Puerto Rico, as it is a very diverse destination. It is rich in history, culture, arts and tradition and has many noteworthy sites and attractions for visitors to enjoy. In addition, it boasts magnificent wildlife and reserves, which attracts nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. But lately, Puerto Rico has become a popular gaming destination, gaining prominence for its beautiful casinos with their spectacular ocean views.
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