Puerto Rico trip advice?

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luija

Hi, I went to PR last year with my wife and two pre-teen kids and we had a blast! The key is to plan ahead. Driving on main roads is very easy as most of them are well identified. People are very frinedly and helpful. Several times we took the wrong turn but we always found someone that could help however, like any other place in the US, be always alert about your sorroundings. Wear light clothes with tennis shoes as the temperature and humidity can hit you pretty fast. The following places are great to visit:
* Old San Juan - walk in the old town, visit the galleries and go to el Morro Castle. For a nice dinner try the Spanish Fly Restaurant or The Hard Rock Cafe.
* El Yunque Rainforest - Great hike! Take a backpack and put some iced water bottles!
* Beach - there several great beaches around the island but if you are in EL Yunque, you may want to stop at Luquillo Beach.
* Arecibo Observatory - This is an impresive structure.
* Camuy Caverns - guided tour to the insides of a cavern system. Kids will love it.
* Boqueron bioluminescence bay - you probably want to stay in the area as the bay is better appreciated at night.

The above activities will probably take you 3 full days.

Enjoy your trip!

jackie

OK, that guy is making Puerto Rico look bad... I was born and raised in Puerto Rico and never had any problems. The beaches in the south are wonderful!!! your teens wont get bored because there's so much to see. I'm going there myself this tuesday to visit my family...

shinningstarofthecarribean

Chech these sites and make Your own tours...if You have a Map..it will OK...most people in Puerto rico understand english and speak a little ..of course if You get lost..use common sense..stop in a gas station or ask a Policeman.

At night stay in the Main Roads...Humacao is a Nice safe city...

Try visiting the Flourocent Bay in Vieques....

www.gotopuertorico.com

www.welcometopuertorico.org

www.puertoricoWOW.com

www.wepa.com

meme

Honestly, that guy who warned you to watch your car while you are at the beach, where does he live? I live in Puerto Rico and you DO have to be careful but that is true of any major city in the US. Just lock your car, you don't have to watch it (that just makes me laugh). The roads in PR are exactly as in the states but the drivers are a little like NYC cabdrivers (hahaha), just be careful and believe me, you'll get used to it. Your family will love PR. The beaches are amazing and the rainforest is very pretty also (just stay within the designated path), you'll love the various waterfalls. Believe me when I say that as soon as you get here you'll be amazed at how similar everything is to the US, so don't be worried. Any questions please feel free to contact me. P.S. You'll be staying at Palmas del Mar which is an amazing place. Have fun!!!

Hi

You will have a great time here. especially as you are getting a rental car. (driving can seem a little crazy at first, but just take it easy and you will be fine).

You might want to get a map before you come so that you can get familiar with the routes. Amazon has a couple that seem pretty good
and check out this post:
http://www.visit-the-coqui.com/2007/05/navigating-around-puerto-rico/

Also check out the posts here
http://www.visit-the-coqui.com

and in particular for El Yunque
http://www.visit-the-coqui.com/2007/04/the-frugal-traveler-visits-puerto-rico/

and Old San Juan
http://www.visit-the-coqui.com/2007/05/pre-or-post-cruise-in-puerto-rico/

have fun

i'd be jealous.

Puerto Rico is most def. a kid friendly place. San Juan has many shops, eateries, and historical sites. If you're willing to walk a lot, you will find many things. El Yunque (the rainforest) is also beautiful. I went there once, and met locals and had food with them. Very nice! Make most of your time, but also remember to relax by the beach.

Bill

Look up the Bioluminescent Bay in the Northeast portion of Puerto Rico. This is a must-see, especially for kids. It's one of about 3 places in the world where you can swim in a lake at night, and the water will glow when you move in it!

El Yunque rainforest is also a great to-do. Find a tour that takes longer than an hour though.

San Juan seemed pretty safe to me when I was there. Just use common sense and go where other people are.

SexiiGirl143

Hey I am going to puerto Rico too and I too am staying in Humacao because that's where I lived half my life. Your going to love Palmas del Mar.

kthor

Google Tripadvidor , they should give you some info's

rsantiago800

Im from PR and I would say you are going to love it,, but I would definitley say you need to be careful,, the locals really target the tourist if you aren't familiar with the places... If you aren't on a tourist route then you need to make sure you don't look like you are not from there... its easy to drive around since the main highway goes all the way around the island,,, there are toll booths so be prepared. The forts are the best, but try and get out and sample the authentic foods. When you go to the beach, just make sure you can see your car and don't keep anything in there you don't want stolen... have fun!

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