There is only one word to describe this tiny island of the American commonwealth and that is “amazing”. From the pristine white beaches to the Spanish colonial history to the natural rain forests the list is unending.

An idle way to start a tour is by visiting the Spanish forts, most popular among them being the fortress of San Felipe del Morro build in the 17th century to protect this island from foreign invasion. Other important forts are that of CasaBalnca & La Fortaleza.

The second most important attraction is The Caribbean National Fores .Located on an area of about 28,000 acres this forest is the home to over 240 species of flora and fauna. Other natural attractions includes The Rio Camuy Cave Park and The Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve.

Tourist interested in the art and culture if the island can visit the Arecibo Observatory, Luis A. Ferré Fine Arts Center,and Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico

Tourist interested in carrying the unique flavor of their Caribbean trip back home can shop for beautiful hand carved figures called santos, bright festive Vejigante masks, handmade Mundillo lace, local rum and locally harvested coffee, and hand rolled cigars