Puerto Rico

 


San Juan, Puerto Rico


Puerto Rico is the United States best kept secret in the Caribbean, where the predominant languages are both English and Spanish. The island is incredibly beautiful and the people are absolutely charming. The island has maintained it's Spanish culture and adopted American business practices producing a combination of character and charm found no where else in the world.

See El Nuevo Dia, Puerto Rico's online newspaper in Spanish. Also see The Office of the Governor official Website published in English and Spanish. And for a great travel guide to Puerto Rico, see The Puerto Rico Tourism Company published in English.

San Juan, Puerto Rico was founded in 1521 with the building of El Morro, the massive fort at the entrance to San Juan Harbor used to protect the city from pirates. The fort remains in pristine condition today and is a must see if you visit Old San Juan. The city of San Juan is incredibly beautiful, filled with history and energy that never gets boring. El Morro and the historic district of Old San Juan are walking distance from the cruise ship docks. For a complete guide to the remarkable city of San Juan see Bolack Cyber Port.

For the most extraordinary hotel located in the heart of San Juan, see Hotel El Convento.
Just outside the historic district are the luxury ocean front resorts Condado and Isla Verda, offering high rise hotels, restaurants, and casinos. See The Regency Hotel and Ramada Hotel Condado.

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About an hour drive from Old San Juan is another must see, El Yunque, the rain forest. Comprised of 28,000 acres of tropical rain forest managed by The Park Service>, this rare collection of plants, birds, waterfalls, and mountains represents a spiritual experience for most visitors. And for a complete adventure guide including accommodations and camping available in the rain forest, see Welcome to El Yungue Adventure Guide. Unless you are familiar with the rain forest of Puerto Rico, we highly recommend this professional guide. They know the rain forest and can help you safely enjoy the best parts. Finally, do your part to Help save the rain forest!

For the rich and famous, La Conquistador Resort & County Club offers the most for the demanding traveler. Located on Puerto Rico's northeast coast near Fajardo, this magnificent 500 acre resort and European style hotel is open to the public. Including terraced swimming pools, an open air lobby, a casino, 26 restaurants and lounges, 28 shops, and the most thrilling view of any location in the Caribbean. In addition, championship golf.

And for another luxurious resort including golf, see Palmas Del Mar Resort and Villas.

The country side of Puerto Rico is breath taking. Here you will drive for miles across a tropical island that is over 100 miles long. Lush vegetation, water falls, huge deserted beaches, and friendly Puerto Ricans (also American citizens) overwhelming with hospitality makes Puerto Rico an island beyond your wildest dreams. You can't help but to fall in love with the island and it's people. Also see Puerto Rico Journey for an excellent guide to travel in the Southwest region of Puerto Rico.

The island of Vieques is a remote island located 40 miles from the mainland but also part of the country of Puerto Rico. Vieques Island (population 8,620) is remote and incredibly beautiful. If you want the outback, this island is for you!

And if you are searching for a place to locate a business, Puerto Rico is an outstanding choice. The Puerto Rican people are highly educated and motivated workers. The average wage is less than in the US and there are tax free zones available. You will pay the same taxes as you would in the US if located outside the tax free zones.

Bacardi Rum is just one product manufactured on the island. Puerto Rica's exports are booming and the island may top Miami in exports to Latin America soon. If you are trading with Latin America, Puerto Rico should be your number one choice to locate your business. This island has a brilliant future and a booming economy with a government that is very friendly to business.

Puerto Rico is also making a painful decision about whether or not to become a State of the United States. The Puerto Rican people know what is best for the island and only Puerto Rican's can make this crucial decision. Regardless of the outcome, Puerto Rico will continue to grow and prosper.

Obviously, we can not say enough great things about this beautiful island and it's charming people.


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