Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
CaboRojo
Birthplace of Puerto Rico's most famous pirate, this remote corner of the island
has diverse terrain for hiking and hunting for treasure (
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Isla Culebrita
This little, undeveloped island may not be the actual location of
Pirates of
the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
(the site of the shooting was undisclosed), but the vine-
covered, abandoned lighthouse would be an ideal pirate's hideout (
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Unique Shopping
From colorful
vejigante
(Puerto Rican masks) to hand-carved saints, Puerto Rico's artisans
make one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
Calle del Cristo
Some of the best shopping on the island is situated in the shadows of
El Morro in Old San Juan. Alongside the cheapie T-shirt and key-chain emporiums, this
neighborhood has lots of cool high-end souvenirs (
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Artisans Fair
Lots of vendors make it easy for cruise-ship crowds to float away with
something unique from the island (
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Roadside fruit stands
When driving through karst country, keep a keen eye out for local
farmers hocking locally grown fruits, home-brewed spicy sauces and regionally harvested
honey (
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Uncharted Studio
Every bit as funky as Rincón itself, this local art gallery is filled with
affordable one-of-a-kind pieces (
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Nightclubs
Things may get off to a late start, but when the soundtrack blends a heady mix of hip-hop,
reggaetón and salsa, these nightspots see lots of action.
Krash
Puerto Rico's best gay club is a blast thanks to an international roster of guest DJs
and sweaty dancing (
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Red Baron Pub
Party hard with college kids who have a seemingly insatiable taste for
cheap swill and ear-splitting reggaetón (
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Club Lázer
A fun and frisky stalwart of San Juan nightlife spinning the most interesting
mix of music (
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