Tim-Sarah’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Located on the Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico, the El Yunque National Forest is the sole tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System. It differs significantly from all the other US National Forests because of its year-round tropical climate and immense biodiversity.
These mountains are home to some of the best recreation opportunities on the island. Observation towers, waterfalls, the cloud forest and refreshing rivers are all accessible from the La Mina Recreation Area.
It is essential to have reservation tickets prior to your visit. Each vehicle that tries to enter the La Mina recreational area (starting at the La Coca KM 8.1 PR 191 waterfall) will need a valid ticket for the date of entry. No entrance ticket will be provided once you arrive in the forest. It can be reserved for up to two vehicles, so families can travel and visit together.
Each vehicle attempting to enter the La Mina Recreation Area (starting at La Coca Falls KM 8.1 PR 191) will need a valid ticket for the date of entry. No drive up or first-come first-served tickets will be provided. You may reserve tickets for 2 vehicles.
book at this website either a month before or 8am eastern time the day before.
https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/300017
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El Yunque
Located on the Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico, the El Yunque National Forest is the sole tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System. It differs significantly from all the other US National Forests because of its year-round tropical climate and immense biodiversity.
These mountains are home to some of the best recreation opportunities on the island. Observation towers, waterfalls, the cloud forest and refreshing rivers are all accessible from the La Mina Recreation Area.
It is essential to have reservation tickets prior to your visit. Each vehicle that tries to enter the La Mina recreational area (starting at the La Coca KM 8.1 PR 191 waterfall) will need a valid ticket for the date of entry. No entrance ticket will be provided once you arrive in the forest. It can be reserved for up to two vehicles, so families can travel and visit together.
Each vehicle attempting to enter the La Mina Recreation Area (starting at La Coca Falls KM 8.1 PR 191) will need a valid ticket for the date of entry. No drive up or first-come first-served tickets will be provided. You may reserve tickets for 2 vehicles.
book at this website either a month before or 8am eastern time the day before.
https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/300017
Golf
2 Championship level 18 hole golf courses.
Tom and George Fazio, along with Hall of Fame golfer Greg Norman, have created the ultimate golf experience with ocean breezes and tropical vistas. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the mountains of the El Yunque rainforest and the Mameyes River, our two 18-hole championship golf courses provide an unmatched tropical experience for golfers of all skill levels. Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Golf & Beach Resort is the only resort on the island with the distinction of having two championship courses.
Book your reservations at:
https://riomarcountryclubpr.com/
68 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course
6000 Blvd. Río Mar
Tom and George Fazio, along with Hall of Fame golfer Greg Norman, have created the ultimate golf experience with ocean breezes and tropical vistas. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the mountains of the El Yunque rainforest and the Mameyes River, our two 18-hole championship golf courses provide an unmatched tropical experience for golfers of all skill levels. Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Golf & Beach Resort is the only resort on the island with the distinction of having two championship courses.
Book your reservations at:
https://riomarcountryclubpr.com/
Neighborhoods
Old San Juan is home to the San Juan National Historic Site, with buildings dating from the 16th century, including the San Felipe del Morro and San Cristóbal fortresses and the old city walls. The Bautista Cathedral houses the tomb of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León. Brightly colored houses line cobbled streets and shady plazas, alongside cool cocktail bars and renowned Caribbean fusion restaurants.
Parking is simple at the following parking garage. Right across from the San Cristobal fortress and near all of authentic shopping.
Ballaja Parking Garage
https://goo.gl/maps/sFXKcP6Sqy11b98F9
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Viejo San Juan
Old San Juan is home to the San Juan National Historic Site, with buildings dating from the 16th century, including the San Felipe del Morro and San Cristóbal fortresses and the old city walls. The Bautista Cathedral houses the tomb of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León. Brightly colored houses line cobbled streets and shady plazas, alongside cool cocktail bars and renowned Caribbean fusion restaurants.
Parking is simple at the following parking garage. Right across from the San Cristobal fortress and near all of authentic shopping.
Ballaja Parking Garage
https://goo.gl/maps/sFXKcP6Sqy11b98F9
Lively Parque Isla Verde centers on Isla Verde Beach, home to numerous chic resorts and high-rise hotels. Vendors offer jet ski, parasailing, and banana boat rides, while local and global eateries, casinos, and buzzing nightclubs line the busy seafront promenade. Family-friendly Balneario de Carolina beach has a water park for kids. Inland, Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is the island’s main travel hub.
Isla Verde
https://goo.gl/maps/jcRmcaTKZxoCXn7p9
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Isla Verde
Lively Parque Isla Verde centers on Isla Verde Beach, home to numerous chic resorts and high-rise hotels. Vendors offer jet ski, parasailing, and banana boat rides, while local and global eateries, casinos, and buzzing nightclubs line the busy seafront promenade. Family-friendly Balneario de Carolina beach has a water park for kids. Inland, Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is the island’s main travel hub.
Isla Verde
https://goo.gl/maps/jcRmcaTKZxoCXn7p9
Food scene
Love this place. From the chilled vibe and music to the great food and service. Everything we had was awesome. Sadly I couldn’t try the tacos because they were made of wheat but I did get the arepa with steak and tostones with shrimp and loved it. My family said that the tacos was amazing. I feasted the stuffed avocado with octopus too which was very good. Highly recommended. It was great that they were opened till 11pm, so we could go there late . Highly recommended.
Located at:
PR-968, Palmer, Río Grande 00745, Puerto Rico
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Bungalu Rest & Bar
Puerto Rico 968Love this place. From the chilled vibe and music to the great food and service. Everything we had was awesome. Sadly I couldn’t try the tacos because they were made of wheat but I did get the arepa with steak and tostones with shrimp and loved it. My family said that the tacos was amazing. I feasted the stuffed avocado with octopus too which was very good. Highly recommended. It was great that they were opened till 11pm, so we could go there late . Highly recommended.
Located at:
PR-968, Palmer, Río Grande 00745, Puerto Rico
What a great little find we found when we moved here! Everything was absolutely delicious, from the pastries to the breakfast sandwiches! Their lunch options are authentic and delicious. You can not miss this place during your visit to the island. Located 10 min away from our property.
#67 Cll Principal, Palmer, Río Grande 00721, Puerto Rico
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Puertorrican Bakery
67 Cll PrincipalWhat a great little find we found when we moved here! Everything was absolutely delicious, from the pastries to the breakfast sandwiches! Their lunch options are authentic and delicious. You can not miss this place during your visit to the island. Located 10 min away from our property.
#67 Cll Principal, Palmer, Río Grande 00721, Puerto Rico
"Ocean Lab Brewing Co. was born on the beach and our brews fully embrace this. We strive to find the perfect combination on every single beer we make."
This place is in San Juan right in Isla Verde. If you are going into San Juan for the day don’t miss it.
Here are the directions.
Ocean Lab Brewing Co.
+1 787-648-5655
https://goo.gl/maps/u2i7SHXBBU3JDzbZ9
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Ocean Lab Brewing Co.
"Ocean Lab Brewing Co. was born on the beach and our brews fully embrace this. We strive to find the perfect combination on every single beer we make."
This place is in San Juan right in Isla Verde. If you are going into San Juan for the day don’t miss it.
Here are the directions.
Ocean Lab Brewing Co.
+1 787-648-5655
https://goo.gl/maps/u2i7SHXBBU3JDzbZ9
Every time we come to our second home we come here at least once. The chocolate cake is a treat second to none!!
Richie's Restaurant
+1 787-887-1435
https://goo.gl/maps/NDDyUHKszoyS8ysF7
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Richie's Restaurant
Every time we come to our second home we come here at least once. The chocolate cake is a treat second to none!!
Richie's Restaurant
+1 787-887-1435
https://goo.gl/maps/NDDyUHKszoyS8ysF7