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See. Distrito T-Mobile↗ Experience the Spanish-language New Year's Rockin' Eve countdown. Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastian↗ Enjoy winter celebrations in Puerto Rico. Carnaval Ponceño↗ See vejigante masks on display in February on the southwest corner of the island. Casa Museo del Vejigante↗ Learn about and make your own vejigante masks.

Eat. Pinchos Try grilled chicken kebabs, a local favorite. Papas Jibaras Savor loaded fries, a specialty from Chef Gaby's truck. mofongo Taste the island's unofficial national dish of mashed plantains.

Stay. Royal Isabela↗ Play golf on world-famous courses. Isla Verde Find lively nightlife, beach bars, casinos, and hip hotels here. Río Grande Discover villas nestled in the rainforest-wrapped hills. Rincón Stay in this oceanfront area for surf breaks and restaurants.

National GeographicJul 9, 2026

The essential guide to visiting Puerto Rico

Centuries-old forts, lush rainforests, glowing bioluminescent bays, and a vibrant culinary scene reveal an island where history, nature, and culture converge.

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Condé Nast TravelerMar 4

24 Must-Visit Bars in Puerto Rico for Every Kind of Night Out

The worlds of craft cocktails and beer thrive here—and not just in San Juan.

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  • RincónNeighborhoodWith swaying palms and the sounds of the surf, it’s hard to imagine a lovelier setting than this poolside bar,…
  • San JuanNeighborhoodHere's where to bed down in Puerto Rico's sun-drenched capital.
  • Old San JuanNeighborhoodIts area roughly correlates to the Ballajá, Catedral, Marina, Mercado, San Cristóbal, and San Francisco sub-barrios…
  • Rincón Beer CompanyBarcasual, bright, and lively with local art on the walls
  • Rincón beachfrontSightoverlooking the Rincón beachfront at its namesake boutique hotel
  • Tamarindo y SetasRestaurantoffbeat concoction with tequila, tamarind, mushrooms, toasted sesame
  • Eleven Madison ParkRestaurantSometimes a New York City restaurant’s rich vibe comes from just how much space there is inside.
  • Per SeRestaurantThe space hints at California rusticity with a fireplace, but the overall tone is sober (this is Serious Food, you…
  • La PenultimaBarbalances hip, industrial-chic vibes with cozy neighborhood atmosphere
  • Isla Borinquen FizzRestaurantcreamy, effervescent blend of rum, gin, coconut, pineapple, soda
  • El KilometroHotelart gallery tucked behind it
  • Caliente & FamosaRestaurantcocktail with mezcal, Campari, yellow chartreuse, habanero, passionfruit
  • Volando BajitoRestaurantblend of whiskey, acerola juice, and tamarind
  • El BateyBarlegendary little dive with graffiti covering the walls
  • Cuba LibresRestaurantrum and Coke with lime juice
  • Bar La UnidadBarelegant, dimly lit bar with Prohibition Era vibes
  • CortaditoRestaurantbourbon, espresso, and chocolate bitters topped with white chocolate
  • TambooBarquintessential Puerto Rican beach bar with sweeping views
  • SunsetritaRestaurantwatermelon- and peach-infused margarita
  • PassionistaRestaurantmix of vodka, passionfruit, grapefruit, with a splash of Sprite
  • La FactoriaNightclubclandestine underground speakeasy with scuffed checkerboard floors
  • Lavender MuleRestaurantvodka, ginger beer, and homemade lavender infusion
  • KaiRestaurantbeach bar and restaurant on Playa Jobos with ocean views
  • Cannon Club sourRestaurantgin, tamarind, lime
  • La Taberna LúpuloBargorgeous Old San Juan tavern with soaring beamed ceilings
  • DiscoballRestaurantwhiskey, green tea, soda and citrus
  • La CompostelaRestaurantSan Juan’s leading wine shop/importer
  • Purple RainRestaurantvodka, butterfly pea flower, and vermouth
  • Kasbah du ToubkalHotel
  • Les MouflonsHotel
  • OuanoukrimTrail
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 30

8 Island Getaways That Don't Require a US Passport

American citizens don't need a passport to visit these US territories. Here's how to plan your trip.

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 29

27 Adult Spring Break Destinations That Might Surprise You

Off-peak destinations with mild weather and fewer crowds, from Antigua to Holland.

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 13

12 Spring Break Villas to Book for Sea, Sun, and Solitude

Whether you’re chasing ocean views, volcano sunsets, or quiet mornings with coffee in hand, there’s a vacation rental that makes relaxation effortless.

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  • El Yunque rainforestSightVilla near rainforest, mountains, beaches, and bioluminescent bay.
  • Elsewhere
  • Casa VekiHotelAlgarve, PortugalVilla on the Algarve coast with ocean views and a private chef.
  • Arenal VolcanoSightLa Fortuna, Costa RicaLush Costa Rican villa offers volcano peaks visible from the garden.
  • Sun Gardens DubrovnikHotelDubrovnik, CroatiaResort with infinity pool, sun deck, and direct sea access.
  • Puntacana Resort and ClubHotelPunta Cana, Dominican RepublicGated community with a picture-perfect pool and full staff.
  • Chalk SoundSightTurks and Caicos, Turks and Caicos IslandsVilla along turquoise lagoon with oceanfront terraces and game room.
  • Turtle Bay ResortHotelKahuku, United StatesVilla on Oahu's North Shore with ocean views and resort access.
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Atlas ObscuraNov 24, 2025

This Puerto Rican Food Truck Serves Loaded Fries With a Twist

This is a transcript of an episode of Sparked—a series from Gastro Obscura exploring how one special bite can change an entire life. Gaby El Jibaro: It looks easy, but to be doing 800 to a thousand pinchos a week… Hey, I’m Chef Gaby, and this is my truck. This is basically second Puerto Rico over here. Kissimmee, Puerto Rico, not Kissimmee, Florida. What inspired me to do what I’m doing right n…

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 10, 2025

Where to Go on Your Next Girls Trip

We asked well-traveled women to share their tried-and-true spots, and ended up with 14 picks from Puerto Rico to Puglia.

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 3, 2025

13 Best Villas in Puerto Rico, From San Juan to Rincón

These 13 villas across Puerto Rico offer easy access to the best restaurants, surf breaks, and everything in between.

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Atlas ObscuraOct 29, 2025

The Surprising Culinary History of a Humble Puerto Rican Favorite

Aida Lugo McAllister still remembers the first time she tried Puerto Rico’s unofficial national dish. “When I went to Puerto Rico, 1970, at age 17, that’s when I had my first mofongo. And it was heaven,” she remembers. “A mountain of this mashed plantain with pieces of pork in a sauce. Delicious.” Mofongo is the first food people bring up when they talk about the island, says Lugo McAllister, a…

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 29, 2025

28 Best Restaurants in Puerto Rico, From San Juan to Rincón

People have talked about the restaurant scene in Puerto Rico growing for long enough—it's in full bloom.

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National GeographicSep 12, 2024

Learning the bomba, Puerto Rico's oldest musical tradition

Puerto Rico has always marched to the beat of its own drum — and if you ask any Puerto Rican, they’ll tell you that the drum in question is the barril de bomba, a rum barrel topped with goat skin that ...

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  • bombaPlaceLoíza, Puerto Ricocenturies-old Afro-Boricua dance and musical tradition
  • Juan FuentesPlaceLoíza, Puerto Ricowood artisan making bomba drums for over 40 years
  • Cueva María de la CruzSightLoíza, Puerto Ricocave recently converted into a tourist centre
  • Sheila OsorioPlaceLoíza, Puerto Ricobomba dance teacher whose workshops attract islanders
  • St James the Apostle FestivalFestivalLoíza, Puerto Ricothousands of Loiceños take to the streets to dance bomba
  • Los Pleneros de la 21PlaceNew York City, United StatesGrammy-nominated band keeping the bomba beat alive
  • La Terraza De BonanzaRestaurantSan Juan, Puerto Ricohosts live bomba y plena nights on Mondays
  • La VergüenzaRestaurantOld San Juan, Puerto Ricooffers sensational sea views and hard-to-beat mojitos
  • Café BorikénRestaurantSan Juan, Puerto Ricoknown for reggaeton nights, expect bomba y plena Wednesdays
  • barril de bombaPlaceLoíza, Puerto Ricorum barrel topped with goat skin, beaten during bomba dance
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