September 5th, 2011 by admin
Hurricane Irene caused major changes in plans for travelers this past week. Irene, which officially turned from a tropical storm into a hurricane last Monday, made its way through the Bahamas, starting off the coast … Read the rest of this entry »
September 20th, 2010 by admin
The 500-year history of Puerto Rico has created a rich and diverse cultural heritage, which is celebrated in the many festivals held year-round on this enchanting Caribbean island. A round-up of some of the most popular festivals may help you decide when to plan your trip for the Read the rest of this entry »
August 25th, 2010 by admin
Salsa, the meeting point of European and African culture in dance, has been heavily influenced by Puerto Rico. The first seeds of the complex genre that we know as salsa today were sown in 1960s New York, where immigrants such as Tito Puente and Willie Colon made the music and dance Read the rest of this entry »
August 25th, 2010 by admin
Often called the “Island of Enchantment,” San Juan, Puerto Rico is the perfect Caribbean destination for U.S. travelers for many reasons. First, there is the ease of travel; U.S. citizens do not need a passport to enter this U.S. Territory. Not only is this great for non-passport Read the rest of this entry »
November 30th, 2009 by admin
Since many cruises to the Caribbean dock in Puerto Rico, the director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, a state agency, is considering making the U.S. commonwealth a Caribbean base for the industry. Jaime Lopez, director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, has been meeting with Read the rest of this entry »