Travel Reference
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If you haven't quite satisfied your desire for the island life and want to unplug even
more, take a ferry back to the mainland and another out to
Culebra
(ferry service between
the islands has been suspended). The smaller island just to the north of Vieques is known
by Puerto Ricans as a more laid-back alternative to hard-partying Vieques. Culebra doesn't
have much by way of fancy resorts and clubs; the focus here is on the world-class beaches,
reef snorkeling and wildlife refuges. With few cars on the island and long, deserted
stretches of sand, Culebra offers the serenity that can be all too rare on the crowded Puerto
Rican mainland. Visitors can soak in the expansive views of the ocean, breathe the fresh
island breeze and explore sandy coves. After dark, the little harbor comes alive with af-
fable expats whose love of karaoke crooning is only rivaled by their thirst for cold cans of
Medalla. After finding the lolling rhythm of the relaxed place, catch a short flight back to
San Juan (its only slightly more expensive than land options) and gape at the aerial views
of the rainforest.
