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More than a beach in San Juan

A January 1994 trip to San Juan by willgo

When I had a semi-business trip planned for Puerto Rico, my 21 yr old daughter thought it would be fun to travel with me in January. She thought of San Juan as just a beach and fun to visit. She was surprised by all the other options!

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More than a beach in San JuanBest of IgoUgo

Overview

We spent 5 days on business and fun with our local friends dealing with all the traffic. Old Town and the Fort were highlights along with all the shopping. Although English is the official language, most people speak only Spanish.

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Best Way To Get Around:

Stay in the tourist zone only if you want to do alot of walking. Taxis would be preferable to driving a rental car.

El Canario By The LagoonBest of IgoUgo

Hotel | "El Canario"

This B&B was a small unit owned by an American couple.They were very helpful in getting us acquainted in the area. We had a spacious bedroom and small bath but full use of the patio and lobby area to entertain friends. The breakfast was served buffet style in the patio.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by willgo on October 12, 2000

El Canario By The Lagoon
4 CLEMENCEAU San Juan, Puerto Rico
787-7225058

El MorroBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

With kids and adults alike, the sights of El Morro made for an exciting day...guided tour of the old fortress from 1539 takes you through all the passageways and dungeons. The view of the city is fantastic too.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by willgo on October 12, 2000

El Morro
on San Juan Bay San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901
+1 787 729 6960

Capilla del Cristo ChapelBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "San Cristo chapel"

This is the smallest chapel in the world that is open to the public...1753 is when it was built. The altar of gold and silver is spectacular.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by willgo on October 12, 2000

Capilla del Cristo Chapel
Parque de las Palomas San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901
(no phone)

Plaza De ColonBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

The monument of Christopher Columbus was put up in 1893 to mark the 400th anniversary of his discovery of Puerto Rico. It is a photo opportunity in the center of Old Town.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by willgo on October 12, 2000

Plaza De Colon
Center of Old San Juan San Juan, Puerto Rico

El YunqueBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

This national rainforest is a great natural wonder at almost 3500 ft. The tropical vegetation is lush and colorful. The drive from San Juan is rugged but gives you a view of the other Puerto Rico.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by willgo on October 12, 2000

El Yunque
Road 191, off Highway 3 to Luquillo Beach Palmer, Puerto Rico 00721
(787) 888-1880

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