Tag: beaches
Maunabo
If you travel to the southeastern coast of Puerto Rico you may well find yourself enchanted by the small town of Maunabo. This delightful city was founded in 1799. Named for the Taino Indian named river ‘Maunatabon’, Maunabo is an absolutely delightful part of the island that every tourist should visit at least once.
Camuy
The city of Camuy has two nicknames, "La Ciudad del Sol Taino", which means the “City of the Taíno Sun”, or "La Ciudad Romantica" meaning “Romantic City”. It is said the city’s name was derived from the Taíno word for sun, which is Camuy. Others believe that it was named after the Camuy River. No matter how the name originated, one thing is for certain - it is a breathtaking city. The ...
Guayanilla
Guayanilla, located along the southern coast of Puerto Rico, lies just 20 km to the west of the city of Ponce. Also referred to as “El Pueblo que Corre en Yegua”, Guayanilla covers a land area of about 109 square kilometers. Guayanilla has a population of about 27 000 individuals and is spread out over about 17 wards.
Dorado
If you’re looking for a great vacation spot, Dorado is the closest resort area to San Juan. This wonderful vacation capital is situated just under one hour away from San Juan Metropolitan Area which means it is easily accessible to most visitors. However, the real allure of Dorado is not its proximity to San Juan, but rather the many luxurious amenities which it provides.
Rincon
Rincon has many interesting things to discover and has a very relaxed casual feel to it. It is a wonderful and secluded beach town that has allowed time and the troubles of the world to pass it by. This wonderful place is filled with a number of delightful sights and the sounds of friendly people.The beaches of Rincon, such as Rincon Bay Beach, allow both tourists and locals to enjoy ...
Shacks
Isabela is well known for its spectacular white sandy beaches and its turquoise waters. People from all over the world travel here to spend time sun bathing and swimming on the dazzling beaches. One of the more popular beaches is known as Shacks Beach.
Luquillo Beach
Luquillo Beach is one of Puerto Rico's most famous and most visited tourist attractions. The view from the beach is spectacular. It features a long gold crescent of sand lined by innumerable coconut palms with the hazy mountains of the rainforest soaring in the distance.
Seven Seas
If you are looking for a fantastic coastal getaway spot where you can spend time relaxing and at the same time entertain the whole family, then you might try Seven Seas beach in Puerto Rico. This wonderful stretch of coastline, situated near Fajardo, is a holiday haven for thousands of people every year.
Punta Santiago
Punta Santiago is an amazing stretch of beach located near Humacao. It is here, where the mountains meet the sea on an amazing stretch of coastline, that there are many natural wonders to be found. If you are traveling to Puerto Rico, Punta Santiago is a beach well worth visiting – even if just to spend time enjoying the surroundings and wildlife, including the fascinating Puerto Rican coqui.
