Puerto Rico
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Landing in San Juan, Puerto Rico – A Great View!
More Details: Landing in San Juan, Puerto Rico – A Great View!I moved to the Isla del Encanto, Puerto Rico, when I was two years old and lived there until I finished high school. During my many trips back to the island, I have always enjoyed the landing in San Juan as I get a great view no matter on which side of the airplane I…
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The Warm Capitals: Panama City, Manila, San Juan, and Port of Spain
More Details: The Warm Capitals: Panama City, Manila, San Juan, and Port of SpainFor many, the ideal vacation is to go where it is sunny and warm, be it the tropics or somewhere with good “Mediterranean” climate. Be it the Caribbean, the South Pacific, or the Greek Isles, sun and fun seem to go together. I am not as much a chaser of these climates but they definitely…
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11 Experiences to Have in Puerto Rico
More Details: 11 Experiences to Have in Puerto RicoBecause I lived in Puerto Rico for 15 years, I often get asked about what to do and where to stay in this beautiful island. Of course, these things depend on the type of vacation one is looking for, one’s general preferences, etc. but I can usually provide a varied list of recommendations so others…
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Photo of the Week – The Aged Streets of Old San Juan
More Details: Photo of the Week – The Aged Streets of Old San JuanOld world charm in the new world. Streets that have seen a lot of history and major empires fighting for them. Old San Juan’s charm lies in its setting by the water, in its history, and in its well-preserved architectural jewels (including the “adoquines“, the cobblestone used to pave the streets a few centuries ago). …
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Making the Most of My Short Visit to Puerto Rico
More Details: Making the Most of My Short Visit to Puerto RicoI went to Puerto Rico, where I lived for 15 yrs growing up, for a long weekend after a 5-year absence. It is always an interesting trip when I go with the mix of family, friends, and lots of memories. Most of my family has moved away from there and many friends are no longer…
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The Enchanting Capital of the Isla del Encanto – Old San Juan
More Details: The Enchanting Capital of the Isla del Encanto – Old San JuanWriting about Puerto Rico will not be easy for me as writing about other places. I lived in Puerto Rico since I was 2 years old until I finished high school so my experience of Puerto Rico is not just a trip or an extended visit. However, I will try to highlight, through a few…