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Puerto Rico Flag Puerto Rico is an island archipeligo located in the northeast Caribbean Sea. Although self-governing, and styled as a Commonwealth in free association with the United States, it is technically unincorporated organized territory of the United States.

The US acquired the islands from Spain in 1898 as a result of the Spanish-American War (when the islands were invaded and occupied) and the subsequent Treaty of Paris.

The capital and largest city of Puerto Rico is San Juan. Additionally, there are many other towns and cities in the islands including Aguadilla, Añasco, Arecibo, Bayamon, Caguas, Carolina, Fajardo, Guanica, Guayama, Guayanilla, Isabela, Mayagüez, Ponce and Vieques.

Around about 5 million tourists, most of whom are from the US visit Puerto Rico each year. This includes a large number, perhaps as many as a third, who are cruise ship passengers.

Visitors to Puerto Rico will of course want to enjoy the islands' beautiful beaches, but there is also much more to see besides. One particular attraction to look out for is Cruceta El Vigia in Ponce, which is a 100 feet (30 meter) tall cross, containing a 10-storey vertical tower and a horizontal "sky bridge". From this "sky bridge", you can some truly spectacular views of the surrounding area.

Colorful Street, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Colorful Street, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Photographic Print
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Cabo Rojo Lighthouse, Puerto Rico
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Gate of the City, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Here are some books about travel to Puerto Rico:

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Fodor's Puerto Rico, 6th Edition (Full-color Travel Guide)
By Fodor's

Fodor's
Released: 2010-08-03
Paperback (336 pages)

Fodor s Puerto Rico, 6th Edition (Full-color Travel Guide)
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Full-color guide • Make your trip to Puerto Rico unforgettable with 40 maps, illustrated features, and 172 color photos.
Customize your trip with simple planning tools • Top experiences & attractions • Lodging comparison charts • Easy-to-read color regional maps
Explore San Juan, El Yunque, Vieques and beyond • Discerning Fodor’s Choice picks for hotels, restaurants, sights, and more • “Word of Mouth” tips from fellow Fodor’s travelers • Illustrated features on Bioluminescent Bays, Salsa, and Surfing • Best open-air adventures, beachcombing and arts activities
Opinions from destination experts • Fodor’s Puerto Rico-based writers reveal their favorite local haunts • Frequently updated to provide the latest information
Puerto Rico (Regional Travel Guide)
By Nate Cavalieri

LONELY PLANET
Paperback (320 pages)

Puerto Rico (Regional Travel Guide)
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“Welcome to Puerto Rico: endless sand, swashbuckling history lessons and wildly diverse tropical terrain. The sun-washed backyard of the United States is a place locals fittingly call the Island of Enchantment.” – Nate Cavalieri, Lonely Planet Writer

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You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

Inside This Book…

2 expert authors
84 days (and nights) of research
110 stunning beaches explored
53 legendary surf breaks
Inspirational photos
Clear, easy-to-use maps
Pull-out city map
Puerto Rico Outdoors feature
Comprehensive planning tools
Easy-to-read layout
Top 10 Puerto Rico (EYEWITNESS TOP 10 TRAVEL GUIDE)
By Christopher Baker

DK Travel
Paperback (128 pages)

Top 10 Puerto Rico (EYEWITNESS TOP 10 TRAVEL GUIDE)
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Whether you are traveling first class or on a limited budget, this Eyewitness Top 10 guide will lead you straight to the very best Puerto Rico has to offer.

Dozens of Top 10 lists—from the most beautiful beaches to the top restaurants, festivals and outdoor activities—provide the insider knowledge every visitor needs. And to save you time and money, there's even a list of the Top 10 Things to Avoid.

Each Top 10 now contains a pull-out map and guide that includes fold-out maps of city metro systems, useful phone numbers, and 60 great ideas on how to spend your day.

The Rough Guide to Puerto Rico (Rough Guide Puerto Rico)
By Stephen Keeling

Rough Guides
Paperback (304 pages)

The Rough Guide to Puerto Rico (Rough Guide Puerto Rico)
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Discover a land of lush jungles and dazzling white sand with "The Rough Guide to Puerto Rico". The full-colour introduction will inspire you with stunning photography of the 'things not to miss' from the cosmopolitan city of San Juan to the exotic flora and fauna of the Caribbean National Forest. Dozens of user-friendly maps will guide you to our recommended accommodation and there are hundreds of restaurant reviews for gourmet eateries and local food stalls across the island. Covering all must-sees such as the Rio Camuy caves and the romantic colonial town of Ponce, the guide also features full-colour inserts on festivals dedicated to fruits, flowers and Food, including independent gourmet coffee producers and regional specialties. This guide features in-depth sections on Mayaguez, La Cordillera, Vieques and Culebra, as well as all the practical information you'd expect from a Rough Guide. Make the most of your trip with "The Rough Guide to Puerto Rico".
Frommer's Puerto Rico Day by Day (Frommer's Day by Day - Pocket)
By John Marino

Frommers
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Frommer s Puerto Rico Day by Day (Frommer s Day by Day - Pocket)
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At last, a travel guide that tells you how to see the best of everything-in the smartest, most time-efficient way.
  • The best of Puerto Rico from one day to two weeks
  • Thematic tours for every interest, schedule, and taste
  • Walking tours of the island's best-loved attractions
  • Hundreds of evocative color photos
  • Insightful advice written by a savvy newspaper reporter based in San Juan

Features tours of Puerto Rico for Adventure Lovers, Art and Culture Lovers, Puerto Rico with kids, and more!

Lonely Planet Puerto Rico (Regional Travel Guide)
By Brendan Sainsbury

Lonely Planet
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Lonely Planet Puerto Rico (Regional Travel Guide)
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Discover Puerto Rico

Venture outside the fortified walls of Old San Juan for a stress-free coastal cycle to Pinones
Channel Hunter S Thompson with shots of rum at El Batey
Salsa till the small hours with San Juan's suited-up office-set in La Placita de Santurce
Volunteer to oversee turtles laying eggs at sunset on Playa Brava

In This Guide:

Two authors, two bikes and a two-year-old get under Puerto Rico's skin to find all that lies beneath
From cycling to kayaking to publicos, we've got the island covered...without a car
Dedicated chapter and reviews get into the roots of the country's music
Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights
Puerto Rico Off the Beaten Path, 6th: A Guide to Unique Places (Off the Beaten Path Series)
By Ron Bernthal

GPP Travel
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Puerto Rico Off the Beaten Path, 6th: A Guide to Unique Places (Off the Beaten Path Series)
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From its tranquil beaches to metropolitan San Juan's lively waterfront strip, this guide to Puerto Rico points the way to the island's best treasures: flavorful fusions of ethnic cuisines, nightclubs featuring salsa dancing and Cuban jazz, park reserves teeming with wildlife, and colorful souvenirs from unique plazas and shops. 
Moon Puerto Rico (Moon Handbooks)
By Suzanne Van Atten

Avalon Travel Publishing
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Moon Puerto Rico (Moon Handbooks)
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Travel journalist Suzanne Van Atten covers the best of Puerto Rico—from the spectacular beaches and classic golf courses to its rich Spanish culture. Van Atten includes fun and creative travel ideas for a variety of travelers, including Thrillseekers Tour, Romantic Getaway, and Family Fun. With expert advice on exploring the El Yunque rainforest and the underground caves at Cavernas del Rio Camuy, Moon Puerto Rico gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.


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