Playa Caracas Puerto Rico has no shortage of beautiful beaches. So why take a ferry or small plane to another island just to see more of them? Because Vieques doesn’t feel like the rest of Puerto Rico. Located just off Puerto Rico’s eastern coast, Vieques — officially Isla de Vieques — is quieter, less developed and considerably more laid-back than San Juan. There are no high-rise resort districts. No major shopping centers. No six-lane highways. Instead, you’ll find wild hor

Just a few minutes beyond the hotels and high-rises of Isla Verde, Puerto Rico suddenly feels very different. The buildings disappear. Mangroves surround the road. The Atlantic appears through the palms. And one roadside kiosk after another begins advertising alcapurrias, bacalaítos, empanadillas, seafood and cold drinks. Welcome to Piñones. Located along PR-187 in the municipality of Loíza, Piñones is one of the easiest places near San Juan to combine Puerto Rican food, Afro

Puerto Rico is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. From the turquoise waters of Luquillo and Vieques to the dramatic surf along the north coast, spending time at the beach is one of the highlights of visiting the island. But the ocean surrounding Puerto Rico deserves respect. Conditions can change quickly, and a beach that looks calm from shore may have strong currents, large breaking waves, or other hazards. Many beaches also do not have lifeguards o