Travel Information - Know Before You Go

It’s always good to know a few interesting key facts about a country before you travel to that destination on holiday. Puerto Rico is a fascinating country that is filled with culture and history and the people are largely proud of their inheritance. The fact that the island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 is something that you will see reiterated in various parts of the island through monuments and statues dedicated to this historic event. However this does not mean that the cultural contribution of the original inhabitants of the island, the Taino Indians, is overlooked. Not only do the people of Puerto Rico still enjoy different facets of this ancient culture in their daily lives, but there are several monuments and archaeological sites dedicated to understanding more about this ancient tribe. Fortunately you can learn more about these things during your travels to Puerto Rico.

There is also a lot of Puerto Rico travel information that visitors would do well to acquaint themselves with. For example, visitors need to familiarize themselves with the various visa requirements that Puerto Rico has. If, for example, they have a criminal record they should be aware that this will prevent them from entering the country. It would be pointless to book your entire trip in Puerto Rico only to discover that you cannot go.

It also helps to take a good look at a map of Puerto Rico so that you are fully acquainted with where the various regions of the island are situated. Each region is somewhat different from the others so where you stay will affect things such as the climate, the type of surf you might experience or what sort of nature reserves are available in the area. Knowing where the various regions are situated in relation to each other will also help you to make good use of your time when traveling.

Another great way to get an idea of where you are venturing on holiday is to take a look at a few photos of your destination. PuertoRico.com has a number of great photos available for you to browse through at your leisure. So start making your travel plans today and discover the beauty and culture of Puerto Rico.

User Comments & Reviews

gabino prudencio lopez
2010-03-17 21:03:37

soy ciudadano mexicano y quiero preguntar si solo con mi pasaporte mexicano puedo entrar a puerto rico. me gustaria visitar puerto rico por 3 dias como turista?

Crisss
2010-03-09 04:12:56

I´m an ecuadorian who is almost an ophthalmologist meaning that I must do and defend my thesis which I´m working on. I plan to meet with a very close friend who is from the USA in Puerto Rico. I´ve been to the USA twice for medical reasons. I need to know how I can achieve the visa to meet him there? I don´t plan to stay there because of the reasons mentioned before. Do I need some kind of document from him? maybe hotel reservations?

HK
2010-03-06 13:49:15

I have a valid H1-B visa but my I-94 stamp expired. Can I travel to puerto rico with Valid Passport & US Driving License.

Ali
2010-02-26 21:47:17

What documents you need to travel between PR and States? If you go to Puerto Rico with a valid drivers license, do you need a passport to get back to the US? My girlfriend is a UK citizen awaiting her greencard here so technically she cannot exit the country. Would going to Puerto Rico count as exiting the country?

melitta paterni
2010-02-06 21:59:30

I am an alien resident is washington DC. Can I travel to Portorico showing only my dc driver licence?

Nancy Shoppa
2010-02-06 21:21:36

I am planning to take a trip to San Juan soon. Do I need a passport or what is needed?

onyx123
2010-01-27 23:58:59

tengo,proceso de inmigracion por abuso domestico de mi esposa ami,pero aun no tengo nada concreto pero tengo licencia de conductor hace 5anos,podre ir a puerto rico o necesito otra clase de permiso,he viajado dentro del pais hasta hawaii no se como sera para la isla del encanto.thk

Ahmed Tamer
2009-12-10 02:12:48

I’m Egyptian but I have the US visit visa. Am I eligible to entre my dream country Puerto Rico??? Thanks a million.

edgar casas
2009-11-18 21:04:02

i am from mexico but rigth now i don t have us visa so can i go to puerto rico? i need the us visa

sm
2009-11-16 04:45:27

my g4 visa is being extended, i want to take a trip to puerto rico from 24 nov and back to new york 1 st dec (work for un in new york), can i travel from new york to puerto rico without passport, since mine will be with the US consulate.thanks

etj
2009-10-14 21:24:10

i have a valid H1-B visa but my visa stamp expired. Can I travel to puerto rico?

Admin
2009-10-06 09:38:08

Puerto Rico has been under U.S. sovereignty for over a century, and Puerto Ricans have been U.S. citizens since 1917. (quoted from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._state) Therefore, travel document requirements are the same as for the United States. Please consult the Embassy or representative authority for the United States located in your country for specific travel requirements. Thank you.

paul pelletier
2009-10-04 23:55:50

we are considering a trip to Puerto Rico & want to be sure a passbook is not necessary. is it correct that all is required are birth & marriage cetificates with picture id's. pleas list everything that is required for a trip from the usa to pertorico & back to the usa..................thank you

charity de veyra
2009-10-03 23:51:37

I am given a 6 months stay here in US and be going back to the Philippines by Dec 11, 2009 from LAX California. Can i come anytime to San Juan Puerto Rico for a month and have to problems coming back to the US to depart back to the Philippines.

Admin
2009-09-28 11:41:45

gabriela hernandez
2009-09-25 17:58:34

I'm from Mexico but rigth now I don't have US Visa so Can I go to Puerto Rico?

Bobinder Bobinder
2009-08-29 00:45:25

I am my wife are work and live in the US (california) We are on H-1B visa. Do we need a sepeate visa to visit Puerto Rico for a week?

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