San Juan is full of lots of different stores for every type of shopper. Old San Juan has lots of small boutiques and Candado is full of luxury stores. When planning your shopping schedule keep in mind that regular stores in town are usually open Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. In Old San Juan, to accommodate tourists most stores are open on Sunday, too, from about 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafts specific to San Juan include needlework, straw work, ceramics, hammocks, and papier-mâché fruits and …More

San Juan has several different types of bars whether you’re looking for a sports bar or a dive bar. Some of the areas can be shady though so make sure to research the area before venturing out of the hotel. Also—the drinking age is only 18 so keep that in mind when going out with your younger friends. Most importantly, Puertoricans love to party. For a trendy bar hit up Wet at the Water Club a South-Beach type hotel, located in Isle Verde. The bar features 360 degrees view of the entire city and …More

Even though Puerto Rico has one of the largest Jewish communities in the Caribbean, the Jewish community did not flourish initially because Judaism was prohibited by the Spanish inquisition. The Jewish immigration began in the 15th century with the arrival of the anusim that accompanied Christopher Columbus on his second voyage. That same year a handful of American Jews established the island's first synagogue in the former residence of a wealthy German family. Some very famous Puerto Rican Jews of Jewish descent …More

Puerto Rico has everything a tourist is looking for romance, adventure and relaxation. There's something for everyone here. Here are a few must-see suggestions. Don't miss out on El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Almost a million tourists, from Puerto Rico, the United States and abroad visit this rainforest each year. A two-hour drive from San Juan, this lush, mountainous terrain is about as far removed from the city's beaches and resorts as you can get. It's …More

Many consider San Juan the perfect destination to get away from the frigid cold. Lots of flights fly there directly. It's not just a beautiful city but also one loaded with lots of history. Ponce de León founded the city in 1521; San Juan is the oldest city on US territory. Sightseers can visit Old San Juan while other members of the group lay on the beach for hours. In terms of hotels there are several different types to satisfy each group of tourists. The El Convento is in the middle of the historic Old …More