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What to Pack: Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico...a lush Caribbean isle that's also, conveniently, a US territory. Whether you're sticking to San Juan or splashing over to Vieques, here's what you'll need in your carry-on.

Posted by Bee Shapiro on June 10, 2013 at 11:39:06 AM EDT in Style Tagged: Style, What to Pack, Packing, Clothing
Long Weekend in... San Juan, Puerto Rico

What does a weekend in San Juan entail? Innovative local cuisine, plush spas set before sandy beaches, and cool, modern hotels. Sign us up.

Posted by Adam Erace on March 28, 2013 at 11:35:20 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: San Juan, Hotels
Starter Kit to Puerto Rico

If you have yet to wash up on the shores of Puerto Rico, you're sure taking your time. It's been on the map since 1493! Go play in the sun, soak up the history, and get some thrills in, with these key basics.

Posted by Susan MacCallum-Whitcomb on December 12, 2012 at 4:55:16 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged:
Historic Condado Vanderbilt Hotel Reopens in San Juan

After about 20 years, Puerto Rico's historic Condado Vanderbilt Hotel finally reopened last month with swank upgrades like gourmet cuisine, full-service spa, and an oceanfront pool.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on November 13, 2012 at 3:14:26 PM EST in News, Hotels Tagged: Hotels,
Where to Go This Winter

As the temperatures start to drop, our minds wander to winter escapes—whether that means hitting the slopes, the sand, or the city. Here are our expert picks for where to head this winter.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on November 05, 2012 at 12:22:04 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Winter Travel, Hong Kong, Lisbon, Arizona, Vienna, Jackson Hole
Cheap and Chic Beach Vacations

What could be better than a few days spent playing in the waves? Doing just that on the cheap, of course. These are our picks for chic beach getaways that are gentle on the wallet.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on October 29, 2012 at 12:08:45 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Beach Vacations, Beaches, Greece, Croatia, Mexico, California, Dominican Republic
Best Beach Bars in the Caribbean

When you board an island-bound plane, your To Do list suddenly includes things like "try signature drink(s) from the Caribbean's best right-on-the-beach bars." Mission accomplished.

Posted by Jimmy Im on October 02, 2012 at 2:27:23 PM EDT in Wine & Cocktails, Trip Ideas Tagged: Caribbean, Turks and Caicos, Cocktails, Bars, Grenadines
Use this tip to get around Puerto Rico hassle-free

If you're in Puerto Rico and lose your guidebook, not to worry. Every town has its own culture trolley.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on February 25, 2012 at 12:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips Tagged:
Follow this tip before visiting museums in Puerto Rico

Several of Puerto Rico's most popular museums are not air-conditioned, so they close early when the weather is hot.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on January 16, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips
Don't forget this tip for reserving a car in Puerto Rico

If you plan to rent a car on Vieques or Culebra, make sure you reserve it in advance, especially when visiting during high season.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on December 18, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips