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Friendly people, white sandy beaches, amazing cuisine, unforgettable adventures, luxurious accommodation – welcome to Puerto Rico . Every inch of this country oozes paradise with the most popular destinations being San Juan , Fajardo, Ponce , Bayamon , Caguas and Mayaguez . Nearly four million people live on the island and it's one of the most densely populated islands in the world, with one thousand people per square mile. The country is a melting pot of races and cultures, with French, Taino Indian, African, American, Chinese, Spanish, South America, England and Scotland being some countries to name a few. This mix of cultures is evident in the contrasts of architecture and food.

Puerto Rico has a dynamic economy and is a commonwealth of the United States of America and the people are US citizens with similar currency and defense and don't require work visas to live and work there. Visiting Puerto Rico can be done at any time of the year, as it's wonderfully sunny all the time. It is a naturally beautiful country as it still maintains its charm by retaining its cultural traditions whilst still progressing towards civilization. Puerto Rico is a diverse place and you can do as little or as much as you like.

Basic Facts

Location : Approx. 1,000 miles south east of Florida , with the Atlantic Ocean to the north and the Caribbean Sea to the south. East is St. Thomas , west is the Dominican Republic .
Size : 3508 square miles
Climate : Tropical, average temperature of 78ºF. Sunny coastline with rainy interior.
Currency : U.S. Dollar
Languages : Spanish and English
People : Warm & friendly
Beaches : Over 200 miles, beautiful and sandy
Politics : Commonwealth of the United States
Electrical current : AC-110 volts, same as the United States mainland

There are is a huge range of accommodation in Puerto Rico from budget hostels to guesthouses to bed and breakfasts to luxury resorts. This is only a small selection of a wide choice of places to stay.

Mamacita's - Culebra Island

Located in Dewey on Culebra Island , Mamacita's is a charming guesthouse with several rooms and a popular restaurant and bar. The menu incorporates not only Puerto Rican food but also Caribbean dishes to give visitors a variety of choice. The food is superb and the rooms are clean, spacious and outrageously bright with ocean themed bathrooms for an extra touch. For more details, contact +787 742 0090.

Hampton Inn – Isle Verde District

Situated right near the beach, Hampton Inn has over 200 rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Each room has air conditioning, TV, hair dryer, free internet access, radio, tea and coffee making facilities and all vital necessities you need to make your stay enjoyable. The hotel also offers a bar, pool, baby sitting service, car park, gym and conference facilities. Situated only minutes away from the exciting nightlife and close to many interesting places, come and stay to truly enjoy Puerto Rico .

El Convento

A historic hotel that has gone through many refurbishments over the years and has now returned to its classic original structure. All the rooms are unique, with the furnishings and design being elegant and handcrafted. This boutique hotel carries a classy air with traditional hospitality. There is a Jacuzzi, pool and gym and there are over 50 rooms with air conditioning, TV, hair dryer, radio, telephone and more. You will not be disappointed.

Normandie

Close to the beach and the city centre, Normandie is a great place to base yourself to explore Puerto Rico . The rooms are cozy and elegant and have air conditioning, TV, radio, telephone, internet access, hair dryer and all your basic needs. The Atrium Café and Wine Bar provides guests with quick and tasty meals whilst the Normandie restaurant is serves unforgettable local as well as international food. It's glamorous, it's charming – what more could you ask for? For further enquires, contact +787 729 2929 .

Lazy Parrot

Overlooking the northwest coast of Puerto Rico on top of La Cadena Hills, Lazy Parrot is located near Rincon, a small quiet town. It's directly on Route #413, “The Road to Happiness” and the Lazy Parrot is truly does lead you to your road of happiness. It's within close proximity to excellent surfing, whale watching, scuba diving, historic sights and priceless sunsets. The hotel itself is comfortable with rooms that have air conditioning, TV, mini bar, are cleaned daily and has several restaurants to ensure you are well fed. For further enquiries, contact +787 823 5654.