Sun-drenched melting pot
Paradise Puerto Rico is a sun-drenched melting pot of Spanish and American influences and Caribbean delicacies. The archipelago is known for its rich history where the Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal remind of the Spanish colonial occupation. Visit the two showpieces that protected the port of San Juan from invasion and enjoy the magnificent views of the Caribbean Sea.
For nature lovers
One of Puerto Rico's crown jewels is El Yunque National Forest, a tropical rainforest where abundant hiking trails through lush greenery lead past breathtaking waterfalls. For nature lovers, the Cabezas de San Juan Reserva Natural is also an absolute must-see. The reserve has an enchanting wealth of ecosystems ranging from mangroves to coral reefs that are the habitat of equally diverse wildlife species.
Culebra Vieques
Another highlight is Playa Flamenco on Isla Culebra, known as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The horseshoe-shaped beach with white sand and crystal clear waters gets its name from the nearby lagoon that attracts flamingos in winter. In addition, Mosquito Bay on Vieques Island is famous for its bioluminescence; swimming in the water that lights up at night is an unforgettable experience!
Local cuisine
Your introduction to Puerto Rico is not complete without sampling the local cuisine. Enjoy an authentic piña colada and the fusion of Spanish, African and indigenous Taíno cuisine. Basic ingredients include mofongo, made from deep-fried green plantains; tostones, double-fried plantains and lechón asado, a slow spit-roasted pork dish recently declared a culinary heritage of Puerto Rico.
