Monthly Archives: January 2010
All Types of Puerto Rican Food
Whether you are visiting Puerto Rico or not, you have to try Puerto Rican food at some point in your life. If you are lucky enough to visit Puerto Rico you will know that they have some of tastiest cuisine that you have ever tasted. Simply put, Puerto Rican food is delicious. Do yourself a favor and try some authentic Puerto Rican food whenever you have a chance. Obviously the best place to get the best food would be in Puerto Rico. Everyone raves and rants about the beautiful beaches, extraordinary resorts, and the unmatched nightlife. But when it comes to amazing food, Puerto Rico delivers. Food is certainly a big part of deciding where to go on vacation. Puerto Rico delivers as a great vacation spot in general, they just seem to have all the components to make a holiday getaway a success. • Great Puerto Rican food is available in the form of breakfast all the way through dinner. Breakfast is actually a big part of the culture in Puerto Rico. Having a big breakfast is one way to taste many delicacies. A traditional Puerto Rican breakfast is a hearty meal that usual includes juice, chocolate caliente, fresh … Continue reading
Learning About Puerto Rican Culture
Puerto Rican culture is a wide array of blends from different influences. Over the years Puerto Rico has been involved with different settlers and been a main strategic post for the Spanish army. The Puerto Rican culture that we know today has been molded through time. Like many other cultures, there are a multitude of things that make Puerto Rico unique. Puerto Rican culture can be seen as a mixture of Spanish, African, and Taino Indian. The creation of culture is a slow stir of mixtures in Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico has become modernized when the United States ultimately took over. Advancements in government, health care and even currency has changed the way of life in Puerto Rican culture. Despite that however, the heritage has not weakened and remained prevalent throughout the islands. • To truly understand Puerto Rican culture, you must first know about the history of Puerto Rico. The islands’ original inhabitants were the Taino Indians. In the 18th century, the Spaniards began to take control of the islands and they would often take Taino brides. Years later, African slaves were imported. In 1898, when American expatriates came to the island, the culture already consisted of a rich … Continue reading
Puerto Rico’s Beaches
Puerto Rico is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Puerto Rico’s beaches consistently rank among the best every year. The clear waters of Puerto Rico’s beaches are always the first thing that vacationers notice first. Puerto Rico is one of the best destinations for families and couples to go every year. Puerto Rico includes the main island and many smaller islands, all of which boast scenic beaches for swimming, sunbathing, diving, and water sports. Puerto Rico’s beaches are stunning to look at and to enjoy, if you are planning a trip to Puerto Rico, you will be in for a world of enjoyment. • Puerto Rico enjoyed the presence of Christopher Columbus in 1493 and found it inhabited by the Arawak Indians. The Spanish took control of the island soon after and the native people were forced into slavery. Puerto Rico became a United States territory in 1898 under the Treaty of Paris and in 1952 became a self governing commonwealth. • Puerto Rico’s beaches receive it’s beauty from being an archipelago. Puerto Rico’s beaches stunning features can be attributed to the white sand, leaning palm trees, and the spectacular sunset that you can be … Continue reading
Puerto Rico’s Nightlife
If you are visiting Puerto Rico and you are either single or there with your significant other, then you will want to know about the colorful nightlife. Puerto Rico is known for its vibrant beaches and luxurious resorts. The truth is that Puerto Rico’s nightlife rivals that of Miami’s, New York City, or any other major city you can think of. Puerto Rico’s culture involves having many popular clubs, especially in the capital city of San Juan. Puerto Rico’s reputation is often associated with being laid back and relaxed, but night on the town in San Juan will have you rethinking your idea of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is an ideal vacation spot for families and there are resorts that cater to them, but as far as singles and couples looking to have a good time, downtown San Juan is the place to be. • Puerto Rico is a vacation spot where you can definitely unwind. Many benefits about going to clubs include the incredible Latin salsa music, authentic rum drinks, and the idea of people hopping in and out of one club to another. Isla Verde is Puerto Rico’s spot for the best nightlife. The drinks in many of … Continue reading
Going On A Puerto Rico Vacation With Your Kids
Going on vacation is one of those things every member of the workforce looks forward to every single year. Whether you plan on going down the shore, renting a bed and breakfast, or going to your local amusement park, a vacation is something that everyone needs at some point. Going on vacation with your kids can be a wonderful experience, and can help with family bonding. Puerto Rico is a great place to go with kids. A Puerto Rico vacation with your family is one of the popular holiday destination nowadays. Puerto Rico offers plenty of activities for visitors of all ages. A Puerto Rico vacation can include spending your day relaxing at the beach, exploring a rain forest, or playing at a them park. There truly is something for everyone when deciding on going on a Puerto Rico vacation. • Puerto Rico is like a mini United States tropical island. With the same currency, telephone dialing system and even the same driving rules, Puerto Rico offers all the convenience of traveling within the United States with the mirage of a tropical island vacation. No passport is necessary for U.S. citizens because Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory. No special … Continue reading
Some Basic Puerto Rican History
Puerto Rico’s history goes back to the time where the Ortoiroid people settled on the archipelago of Puerto Rico between 3000 and 2000 B.C. Puerto Rican history also states that tribes such as the Saladoid and Arawak Indians populated the island between 430 B.C. and 1000 A.D. Christopher Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492, and at the time the indigenous culture was of the Tainos. Puerto Rico’s history can be traced back to when the Spanish Empire controlled Puerto Rico as a key asset. The island was a key military post during many wars between Spain and other European powers during the 16th though 18th centuries. • Puerto Rican history is interesting because it was a key in many wars. Puerto Rico served as Spain’s final outposts in a strategy to regain control of the American continents. In 1898, during the Spanish-American war, Puerto Rico was invaded and became the possession of the United States. Scholars that are educated with Puerto Rico’s history will tell you that this is one of the darkest times in the islands history. It took many years for Puerto Rico to gain many of the democratic rights from the United States. The Foraker … Continue reading
Finding Cheap Puerto Rican Hotels
There are many Puerto Rican Hotels to choose from and various rates to consider. It will depend on where and what time of the year you plan on making your trip. Puerto Rico’s hotels and resorts are primarily located on the island of San Juan. San Juan continues to be the number one tourist attraction. Puerto Rico’s hotels are all beautiful and have great accommodations. Knowing where to find the best deals for some of the better Puerto Rican hotels is the key to having a great, but cost effective vacation. No one wants to overspend on hotels during these economic times. Going to Puerto Rico means doing some research and comparing the various hotels that Puerto Rico has to offer. • Puerto Rico’s hotels in San Juan are some of the best that the commonwealth has to offer. If staying at any of the Puerto Rican hotels does not tickle your fancy, you can always look up any beachfront property that you can rent. Sometimes if you have good timing you can find places like this for relatively cheap. • Reputable hotel booking websites online are the way to go. Try not get caught up in deals that seem … Continue reading
Best Tourist Spots In Puerto Rico
So you’ve packed your bags, and booked your flight to Puerto Rico and you want to know the best places to visit. Puerto Rico’s tourist spots offer much culture and history. Anytime you go on vacation you want to fully experience what there is to offer. Puerto Rico’s history is rich with culture and art. Many people aren’t aware of this, but will soon get acclimated with it when they visit Puerto Rico. Of course there are the beautiful beaches and resorts that you will probably spend most of your time, but make sure to do Puerto Rico justice by visiting the various historical sites the island has to offer. Puerto Rico’s islands, specifically San Juan, are beautiful and all have lovely beaches and places to visit. • Puerto Rico’s Pablo Casals Museum in San Juan is dedicated to Pablo Casals, a renowned Spanish cellist who spent the last sixteen years of his life on the island. Music lovers, especially those that love classical music, will enjoy this museum the most. The museum itself has manuscripts, cellos, personal memorabilia and pictures all relating to Casals’ life. • Old San Juan is Puerto Rico’s most historical section of the commonwealth. The … Continue reading
Planning Your Puerto Rico Vacation
Many people each want to use their precious time off of work to go on a vacation with their family. A Puerto Rico vacation should be something you consider. Puerto Rico is a great place to visit anytime during the year, especially for those who want to get away during the cold winter. Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States. A commonwealth is basically an associated free state. When considering your Puerto Rico vacation, many tourists visit the San Juan area. It has many resorts and pretty much caters to vacationers. San Juan is an island of Puerto Rico and is said to be the most beautiful of all the islands on Puerto Rico. A Puerto Rico vacation can be a bit expensive, so it is best to do some research about the various hotels and sights you will want to see and what it will cost. Going to Puerto Rico is one of those things you will remember for the rest of your life. • A Puerto Rico vacation is great for both the family or for a couple that wants to get away. It’s a great place for newlyweds to go … Continue reading
Safety Concerns of Puerto Rico
Safety is probably the major concern of tourists when traveling outside of the United States. A popular vacation spot for Americans is Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico’s vast array of beaches and resorts make it an attractive and somewhat affordable getaway spot for many Americans, particularly those residing on the east coast. One of the most important features to look up before traveling is how safe the destination is and what precautions you should take. Even though you are going on vacation and you want to relax and let your guard down, you still have to be conscious of the dangers of going on vacations. Puerto Rico’s reputation is that it is pretty safe around the resorts, especially San Juan, where most tourists go. Puerto Rico is an American territory located in the Caribbean. If you are from the states, then traveling to Puerto Rico does not require a passport to enter the country. • English is spoken in the tourist areas so you can relate with many of the people there. People that speak your language is always comforting. Puerto Rico’s problems are like that of any other country. Every place has crime and corruption, and the same … Continue reading
