Top Reasons to Go to Vieques and Culebra

Puerto Mosquito: Kayak after dark on the astounding bioluminescent bay of Vieques.

Playa Flamenco: Catch some rays on this Culebra bay, consistently ranked as one of the world's best white-sand beaches.

Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre de Culebra: Bird-watch and hike in one of Puerto Rico's oldest nature refuges.

Comida Criolla: Sample traditional Puerto Rican fare with the locals at colorful roadside restaurants, seafood shacks, and other nontouristy spots.

Playa Carlos Rosario: Stroll right into the waters off this deserted Culebra beach to snorkel a fabulous coral reef.