Puerto Rico - Places to eat
Fried to Perfection in Puerto Rico
I came across this article the other day and it made my mouth water just reading it. Mary Ellen Botter of the Dallas Morning News, writes about the famous Puerto Rican ‘Fried Kiosk Food’ and how they may not be good for your diet; but will certainly put a smile on your face.
The article talks [...]
Last Minute Mothers Day Ideas In Puerto Rico
Well, Mothers Day is this weekend and if you are still looking for some ideas here are a few from Visit The Coqui.
If you really want to give a surprise this Mothers Day and you are not already here; how about treating her to a weekend break in Puerto Rico. This will not be the [...]
Johnny Rockets Diner Review
The other day I was in the Monteheidra Mall in the San Juan suburbs, and had lunch at Johnny Rockets. For those of you that are unfamiliar with Johnny Rockets, it is an international chain of retro diners that serves all-American favorites including hamburgers, hand-dipped shakes and malts, as well as deserts. The layout and [...]
Da House Hotel in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
This is not a review, but I thought it was worth a post. This newly opened hotel was featured recently in the Frugal Traveler series of the New York Times, as a budget hotel for those that want to be in the heart of Old San Juan. The hotel was used by the Frugal [...]
The Frugal Traveler Visits Puerto Rico
The Frugal Traveler, part of the NY Times travel series recently visited Puerto Rico as part of its budget weekend series. This is a great article on how you can visit Puerto Rico; enjoy the sights and sounds of San Juan; for under $500.
El Yunque Puerto Rico
You have to visit El Yunque in Puerto Rico whether you are here for a couple of days or longer; you will not be disappointed. For those of you that do not know about El Yunque, it is the tropical rainforest located 45 minutes east of San Juan along highway 3.
Restaurants in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico and food can only mean one thing… A fantastic vacation with a choice of restaurants serving world class cuisine from around the world. From local vendor kiosks to award winning restaurants; you will find them all here in Puerto Rico.
Ropa Vieja Grill Review
If you are looking for authentic Cuban and Puerto Rican cuisine then Ropa Vieja Grill might just be the place for you. Ropa Vieja (Spanish for Old Clothes) is located in the Condado district of San Juan and is a medium sized restaurant that is popular with locals as well as visiting tourists. The décor [...]
Puerto Rico The Local Food
Here in Puerto Rico, you can find a diverse range of cuisine; but it is the islands traditional food that you have to try when you are here. The locals call it ‘comida criolla’, which is a blend of Spanish, Taíno, African and American influence. Puerto Rican food uses the vast range of fresh produce from the land [...]
There is more than just San Juan
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If you are planning (or even thinking of) a trip to Puerto Rico, remember there is more to the island than just the area around San Juan. Don’t get me wrong the San Juan area is great. You have great beaches, great shopping and [...]
