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Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico, as a tourist destination, has something for everyone: Tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, gorgeous beaches, adventure outdoor activities, vibrant nightlife and tranquil havens for those who want to get away from everything. The Latino music, which fuses West African percussion with Latino beats, is infectious and is the perfect soundtrack for a multicultural island that boasts of strong Spanish and African influences in its life, architecture, and cuisine.

Things to do and see in Puerto Rico

• Outdoor activities: Puerto Rico offers facilities for horse riding, water activities including snorkeling, diving, and deep fishing. For the golf enthusiasts, there are 23 golf courses, many of them championship level.
• Beaches: The powder-white beach at Isla Verde fronts the Atlantic Ocean and provides easy access to Old San Juan and other cultural, dining, shopping and dancing attractions. Condado Beach is yet another popular destination with a natural rock barrier protecting Condado Lagoon. The island of Vieques is also worth checking out for its strands of sand and meandering paths through forests known for their tropical birds and rare flora and fauna.
• San Juan: Founded by the Spanish in 1521, San Juan reflects the colonial influences of the Spanish rule on the island. Walk through the seven square blocks of cobbled streets and admire the colonial architecture. Notable monuments and building worth seeing include El Morro and San Cristóbal, huge stone fortresses which were built to guard the city from attack by enemy nations and pirates. You can also browse through the interesting collections in the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture, La Casa del Libro, and the Las Américas Museum.

Dining in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico has an expression 'Buen provecho!' which means enjoy your meal. Given the wide options of cuisines and dining options, chances are you will. The local food or 'comida críolla' is an interesting blend of Spanish, African, Taíno, and American influences and is well worth a try. Restaurants in Puerto Rico serve both local and international cuisines including Spanish, Italian, Argentine, Cuban, Chinese, French, and Japanese to name only a few. It is little wonder that Puerto Rico is called the culinary capital of the Caribbean.

Nightlife in Puerto Rico

The central hub for nightlife in Puerto Rico is San Juan. There are a wide array of entertainment options ranging from casinos, nightclubs, discos, cabarets to cinemas and theatres. You also have the choice to witness folkloric shows or listen to live music. There are a variety of bars in Old San Juan to enjoy a quiet evening.

Golfing in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is a Mecca for the golf enthusiasts. Here you can match your wits with some of the best golf architects in the world. Play against a backdrop of spectacular tropical and some fantastic views of the ocean. There are around 23 golf courses in Puerto Rico some of which are listed here

• Aguirre Golf Club: The nine-hole course in Salinas is one of the oldest in the country.
• Bahia Beach Plantation: Designed by J. Burton Gold in 1991, the gold course is considered to be Rio Grande’s best public offering.
• Coamo Springs Golf and Tennis Club: Designed by Ferdinand Garbin, this 18-hole course is located in the southern hills above the town of Coamo.
• Hyatt Regency Cerromar Beach Golf Club: There are two 18-hole championship courses, North and South Courses, designed by Robert Trent Jones,Sr
• Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort and Golf Club: There are two championship courses here, the River Course designed by Greg Norman and the Ocean Course designed by George and Tom Fazio.