Rincon and the Porta del Sol Travel Guide
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Fodor's Puerto Rico
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The "Gateway to the Sun" is how tourism officials describe the island's western coast. Although the name calls to mind well-developed, well-traveled vacations spots like Spain's Costa de Sol, the Porta del Sol is neither. Unlike the area around San Juan, the Porta del Sol is relatively undiscovered. Even around Rincón, which has the lion's share of the lodgings, the beaches are delightfully deserted. And in places like Aguadilla and Isabela, two sleepy towns on the northwestern corner of the island, it's easy to find a stretch of shoreline all to yourself.
Rincon and the Porta del Sol Hotels
The western part of the island near Rincón has a variety of hotels, from furnished villas geared toward families to beachfront hotels ideal for honeymooners...read more
Rincon and the Porta del Sol Restaurants
If you like seafood, you're in the right place. Throughout northwestern Puerto Rico you'll find wonderful criollo (creole) cuisine. Most local eateries...read more
Things To Do in Rincon and the Porta del Sol
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Rincon and the Porta del Sol
- $99 & up -- Atlantis Bahamas in Summer & Fall, up to 75% Off Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas
- $73 -- Dominican Republic: All-Incl. Beach Resort, Save 30% ClubHotel Riu Bambu
- $759 & up -- Aruba Westin Beach Escape w/Air, $760 Off CheapCaribbean.com
- $599 & up -- 7-Night Caribbean Cruise on Royal Caribbean American Express Travel
- Puerto Rico Active IExplore
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