Category: Puerto Rico

3 hidden Caribbean gems

3 hidden Caribbean gems

By on Jan 20, 2013 in Bahamas, Caribbean, Netherlands Antilles, Puerto Rico, Regions   - Read 3601 times

It’s the dead of winter in the northern hemisphere and time to think about a warm winter escape. If you’re looking at the Caribbean perhaps you’d like to check out these three smaller and less touristy islands. Each boasts beautiful geography. With limited transportation options from major hubs outside of the Caribbean, it might be a little more of a [...]

Top 10 holiday cocktails and their origins

Top 10 holiday cocktails and their origins

By on Mar 12, 2012 in Asia, Brazil, Caribbean, Cuba, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, North America, Puerto Rico, Regions, Singapore, South America, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe   - Read 1668 times

We all love a good cocktail whilst on holiday, the two go hand in hand like Bonnie and Clyde or roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. I’ve put together this little fun list of the best ones out there, where they hail from and how they are made: Singapore Sling, Singapore This fabulous cocktail was famously [...]

Top 5 luxury golf vacations in the Caribbean

Top 5 luxury golf vacations in the Caribbean

By on Mar 05, 2012 in Accommodation, Barbados, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel   - Read 1378 times

For many people, golf is a great way to unwind and relieve stress, while others are more competitive and set goals like playing through every course that they have access to. These are two of the top reasons why one might plan a vacation that revolves strictly around playing golf. There are a number of [...]

Top 10 Caribbean dream escapes

Top 10 Caribbean dream escapes

By on Nov 16, 2011 in Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Barbados, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, North America, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands   - Read 678 times

In an email just in, Tripadvisor tell me that their top 10 Caribbean dream escapes are as listed below. Grand Cayman tops the pile, whilst many others are notable in their absence (eg. Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, etc.) What do you make of the list? 1. Grand Cayman 2. Aruba [...]

Top 10 warm weather escapes

Top 10 warm weather escapes

By on Dec 28, 2010 in Africa, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Florida, Hawaii, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Puerto Rico, Regions, Speciality Travel, US Virgin Islands, USA   - Read 871 times

Those of you currently enduring sub-zero temperatures might be interested to hear that Tripadvisor has come up with a top 10 list of warm weather escapes.  Making the list are the following: 1. Cancun, Mexico 2. St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands 3. Playa del Carmen, Mexico 4. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 5. Miami Beach, Florida, USA [...]

The top 3 luxury resorts in the Caribbean for couples

The top 3 luxury resorts in the Caribbean for couples

By on Nov 25, 2010 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, US Virgin Islands   - Read 525 times

For most, the Caribbean evokes images of picture perfect white sand beaches, palm trees swaying in the wind and warm turquoise waters. Now couple that imagery with an idyllic luxury resort and you’ve got yourself the recipe for an exquisite vacation. It’s truly no question the Caribbean appeals to honeymooners and couples in search of [...]

Renovation of Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa, Puerto Rico

Renovation of Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa, Puerto Rico

By on Mar 24, 2010 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 317 times

Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa in Guanica, Puerto Rico, has recently undergone a renovation of its 106 guest rooms, suites and villas. The upgraded rooms include flat screen LCD televisions, new decor as well as new pool and beach furniture. Weekday specials currently start from $145 a night for a Garden Room.

New exclusive brand from Ritz-Carlton: Ritz-Carlton Reserve

By on Apr 06, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Middle East, Puerto Rico, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates   - Read 242 times

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is launching a new exclusive brand for high-end travellers; Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Phulay Bay in Krabi, Thailand, will be the first property to open in spring 2009. The philosophy behind the Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio is to create idyllic retreats where guests can escape into an exclusive leisure experience. It offers guests [...]

The Regent Palmas Del Mar Puerto Rico

By on Oct 09, 2008 in Accommodation, Africa, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Going Out, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel   - Read 186 times

Ground was broken in Puerto Rico yesterday to mark the beginning of Regent Hotels & Resorts‘ newest luxury development, The Regent Palmas Del Mar Puerto Rico. Scheduled to open in December 2011, the resort will consist of 96 guest rooms and 52 suites, offering beachfront accommodation and interiors by award-winning designer Trisha Wilson, whose work [...]

Plan your summer escape and save

Plan your summer escape and save

By on Jul 12, 2008 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Hotels, Puerto Rico, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany   - Read 171 times

Set within the city’s dramatic Isla Verde district and completely redesigned, El San Juan Hotel & Casino is the place to see and be seen. From the scintillating pool complex to the glamorous nightlife and the island’s most beautiful beach, this is the most electrifying destination in all of the Caribbean. Also yours to enjoy [...]

Fancy a Spring getaway in Puerto Rico?

Fancy a Spring getaway in Puerto Rico?

By on May 22, 2008 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Going Out, Hotels, Puerto Rico, Restaurants, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany   - Read 157 times

Set within the city’s dramatic Isla Verde district and completely redesigned, El San Juan Hotel & Casino is the place to see and be seen. From the scintillating pool complex to the glamourous nightlife and the island’s most beautiful beach, this is one of the most electrifying destinations in all of the Caribbean. Also yours [...]

Luxury travel links of the week

Luxury travel links of the week

By on Sep 09, 2007 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Going Out, New York, North America, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA, Websites, Worldwide   - Read 225 times

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… New York’s ultimate Italian restaurant: Del Posto Hang out at Puerto Rico’s El Conquistador Resort Learn the trade at Shangri-La Academy Cultured travels from The Cultured Traveler

Summer at the Condado Plaza Hotel & Casino, Puerto Rico

Summer at the Condado Plaza Hotel & Casino, Puerto Rico

By on Jul 30, 2006 in Caribbean, Puerto Rico, Regions   - Read 154 times

Like the vibrant city in which it makes its home,  San Juan’s  beachfront Condado Plaza Hotel & Casino offers lots of possibilities for summer travelers seeking signature island diversions. With three freshwater swimming pools, a stretch of private beach, spa services, tennis, basketball and watersports, guests won’t know which way to turn. They can also [...]

Summer adventure at El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa, Puerto Rico

Summer adventure at El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa, Puerto Rico

By on Jul 26, 2006 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 154 times

Discounted summer room rates at  El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa start  from $99 until 5th October 2006. The  resort offers an array of activities for summer travellers seeking island adventure. Diversions include the renowned Golden Door Spa, golf on the resort’s championship Arthur Hills 18-hole course, seven lighted tennis courts, three freshwater swimming [...]

A year of island hopping: January

A year of island hopping: January

By on Jul 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Canada, Caribbean, Europe, Falkland Islands, Greece, Hotels, Mali, North America, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, South America, Western Europe   - Read 492 times

This is post one of twelve in our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For January, the following are recommended: Cebu, Philippines: Alegre Beach Resort and the Shangri-La, on Mactan Island Crete, Greece: Casa Delfino Suites Djenné, [...]

St. Regis Resort, Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico

By on Jun 24, 2006 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts   - Read 206 times

An agreement has been reached to build a new St. Regis Resort and Residences at Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico, an exclusive private development destined to become one of the Caribbean’s finest resort and residential communities. The resort is slated for a 2008 opening. Bahia Beach is idyllically situated just east of Puerto Rico’s capital city [...]