PORTADEL SOL-WESTHome to some of the best beaches in Puerto Rico, the ocean is definitely the star in the west coast. The region of Porta del Sol is the undisputable surfing capital of Puerto Rico. Rincón is home to several of the best surfing spots in the entire Caribbean. Cabo Rojo’s spectacular coastal cliffs make for some of the island’s most breathtaking beach views. La Parguera in Lajas has one of the few remaining bioluminescent bays in the world. And right before the stars come out at night, any beach on the west coast features some of the best sunset scenes in Puerto Rico. Keep your camera handy.

THE BEST OFPORTA DEL SOL Porta del Sol stretches from Quebradillas in the north to Guánica in the south. This area was the first part of Puerto Rico to be explored by Ponce de León. He founded the town of San Germán in 1508, the second city to be established on the island, before he ever knew of San Juan. Today, the largest city in the region is Mayagüez, the third largest city in Puerto Rico and home to the island’s only zoo. Rincón edges the west coast and features some of the most famous surfing beaches in the Caribbean. Farther south, Cabo Rojo boasts roughly 2,000 acres of wildlife refuge, dramatic salt flats and some of the island’s most picturesque beaches.

SURFER’S PARADISEThe most famous address in Puerto Rico for surfers, Rincón has more than earned its reputation with beaches like Spanish Wall, Indicator, and Steps, just to name a few. This area is also known for its breathtaking beachfront sunsets. Porta del Sol region is comprised of seventeen (17) Municipalities. On the next few pages will find a brief description of each one:

AGUADAAguada is the second oldest of the island’s villages. Proof of this are the ruins of the Ermita Espinar. It was built in honor of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception and is evidence of the evangelization of the Taino Indians. Throughout the year you can enjoy swiming and surfing beaches in Pico de Piedra and Playa Espinar.

ATTRACTIONSCentro De Bellas Artes (787) 868-6242Ermita Espinar Ruins (787) 868-0622

AGUADILLAAguadilla is known as the "Garden of the Atlantic". The name comes from the colorful sponges and marine life of this area. It is also known worldwide as a first class beach for surfing.

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Aguadilla BeachesKnown as the “Garden of the Atlantic” for its spectacular marine life and sponges, Aguadilla features some of the best surfing beaches on the island. Crash Boat, Gas Chambers, Wilderness and Surfer’s Beach rank among the top surf destinations in Puerto Rico, and the city has hosted numerous interna-tional surf competitions. Beneath the waves, an underwater kingdom awaits divers and snorkelers.

Aguadilla Entertainment ComplexConsisting of 4 separate facilities - an ice skating arena, a bowling alley, a skate park, and a water park – it provides fun for the entire family, indoors or outdoors, wet or dry.

Aguadilla Ice Skating Arena (787) 819-5555Las Cascadas Waterpark (787) 819-1030Aguadilla Bowling Alley (787) 891-3495Banyan Tree House (787) 891-1005El Parterre (787) 891-1005Skate and Splash Park (787) 890-7277

RESTAURANTTres Amigos (El Faro)Mesón Gastronómico (787) 882-8000Textura (787) 431-2687

LODGINGCourtyard by Marriott AguadillaWest Parade/Belt Road,Ramey Base Aguadilla 00603 Puerto Ricowww.courtyardaguadilla.com(787) 658-8000

Faro Inn & SuitesCliff Road Ramey Base Aguadilla, PR 00603www.ihphospitality.com/farosuites(787) 890-9000

Hotel Cielo MarMontemar Ave. #84, Aguadilla 00603www.cielomar.com(787) 882-5959

Hotel Hacienda El PedregalRoad 111, Km. 0.1,Cuesta Nueva Street, Aguadilla, PR 00603www.elpedregalpr.com(787) 891-6068

Hotel Villa ForínRoad 107, Km. 2.1Rpto El Faro # 5www.villaforin.com(787) 882-8341

Parador El FaroRd. 107 km 2.1 Bo. Borinquen Aguadilla, PR 00603www.ihphospitality.com/PARADORELFARO(787) 882-8000

GOLFPunta Borinquen Golf Club(787) 890-2987

AÑASCOThe city where the "gods died." The legend tells that the Taino Indians drowned a Spanish soldier, in order to prove that the Spaniards were not gods. The result started the Tauno Indian rebellion of 1511. You can go surfing in Balneario Three Brothers.

ATTRACTIONSEl Castillo Water Park (787) 826-6088Salto De La Encantada (787) 826-3100

LODGINGRincón Beach ResortRoad 115 KM 5.8, Añasco Puerto Rico 00610www.rinconbeach.com(787) 589-9000

CABO ROJOThere are two theories about the origin of name of Cabo Rojo. One is the cliffs’ red color which is caused by the salt water. The other is for the red color of the rubble around the lighthouse. Cabo Rojo includes areas of Boqueron, El Combatey and Joyuda. Each area has its special flavor. The town is very famous for its raw oysters with lemon juice and fresh seafood brought to the fishing port of Puerto Real.

ATTRACTIONSLa Playuela (Bahía Sucia)

Bahía Sucia, or “Dirty Bay,” is anything but filthy. It’s actually one of the most picturesque half-moon shaped beaches in Puerto Rico, a secluded treasure on the southeastern tip of the island. Overlooking the beach is the Cabo Rojo lighthouse, which was built in 1882.

Balneario de BoquerónBoquerón Beach is very family friendly with picnic tables, convenient parking, gazebos, handicaped facilities, accommodations, cafeteria, playground, restrooms, and lots of palm trees perfect for a shaded nap on the beach.

Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge and Salt Flats

The salt flats of Cabo Rojo and the Combate Beach coastline trails are a U.S. National Wildlife Refuge and an absolute paradise for bird watching enthusi-asts. This arid landscape, almost an alien world amid Puerto Rico’s lush vegetation and azure beaches, is home to 25 species of migrating shore-birds. In fact, this is the most important point of convergence for migrating shorebirds in the eastern Caribbean. The salt flats are also frequented by over 90 resident and migratory birds, and are part of the designated critical habitat of the yellow-shouldered blackbird, an endangered species. Trails available from the salt flats, Com-bate Beach, visitor centers, and Laguna Cartagena Refuge. (787) 851-2999

Cabo Rojo Salt FlatsA stark contrast to the beaches and forests of Puerto Rico, the salt flats of Cabo Rojo present a bleached, barren landscape. It’s a popular destina-tion for birds and birders alike, and a walk along the flats leads to a lovely stretch of white-sand beach. It is estimated that 40,000 birds visit this area yearly. It has an interpretative trail with panels, gazebos as well as birds and butterfly watching trails and mountain bike route.

RESTAURANTSPerichi's Steak and SeaMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-3131 Restaurante La CascadaMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-2158 Restaurante Tino'sMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-2976

LODGINGCofresí Beach Hotel#57 Muñoz Rivera - Boqueron, Puerto Rico 00622www.cofresibeach.com(787)254-3000

Parador BoquemarP.O. Box 133, Boquerón,Cabo Rojo, 00622www.boquemar.com787-851-2158

Parador Combate Beach HotelRd. 3301, Km. 2.7 Interior, Playa El CombateCabo Rojo, PR 00623www.combatebeach.com(787) 254-2358

Parador Joyuda BeachRoad # 102 KM 11.8Cabo Rojo, Puerto Ricowww.paradorjoyudabeach.com(787) 851-5650

Parador Perichi’sHC-02 Box 16310, Cabo Rojo 00623www.hotelperichi.com(787) 851-0590

Western Bay Boquerón Beach HotelRoad 101, Boquerón Public Beach Entrancewww.westernbayhotels.com(787) 851-7110

GOLFClub Deportivo del Oeste (787) 851-8880

GUANICAGuánica offers one of the most spectacular bays in Puerto Rico, beautiful beaches, hiking, diving areas, snorkeling, and forests. Guánica Dry Forest was designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.

ATTRACTIONSGuánica Dry Forest

This subtropical dry forest is very different from the lush rainforest of El Yunque. Designated as a United Nations Biosphere, the Guánica forest is home to more than 600 types of flora and fauna and 48 endan-gered species, 16 of which are endemic to the island. A visit here includes a trip to the idyllic and unspoiled Gilligan’s Island.

Hacienda Santa Rita (787) 856-1476

LODGINGCopamarina Resort & SpaRoad 333 KM 6.5, Cana Gorda, Guanica, Puerto Rico 00653-0805www.copamarina.com(787) 821-0505

Parador Guánica 1929Road 3116, Km. 2.5Los Veteranos Ave., EnsenadaGuánica, Puerto Ricowww.tropicalinnspr.com/es/guanica.php(787) 821-0099

HORMIGUEROSAt the town square you will find the Our Lady of Monserrate Basilica. Legend has it that the church was built to celebrate the intercession of Our Lady of Montserrat to save the life of a man. While work-ing in the field, the farmer was hit by an enraged bull. The man prayed to the Virgin to save his life and suddenly the bull fell and the farmer was saved. Since then, the people of the town are known as great devotees of the Virgin Mary. Also in the town is the Márquez House. This historic home is a good example of the architecture of the time, and is preserve as it was in the eighteenth century.

ATTRACTIONSBasílica Menor La Monserrate

Built in the small town of Hormigueros in the west coast, this basilica dates back to the late 16th century as a dedication to the Virgin of Montserrat. Its architecture combines Roman-tic elements and features a bell tower with Arabic elements.

LODGINGParadise Guest HouseRd. 345, Km 2.2, Hormigueros 00660(787) 849-2679

ISABELANature lovers will find rivers, lakes and caves to explore. Guajataca Forest has a system of walking trails that are worth exploring. Isabela beach is spectacular with accommodations available along the coast. There are also many restaurants on the beach.

ATTRACTIONSVilla Pesquera (787) 872-6400Guajataca Tunel (787) 830-1034Hermita S.Antonio Padua (787) 872-2100Guajataca Forest (787) 872-1045

RESTAURANTSOlas y Arenas (Villas Del Mar Hau)Mesón Gastronómico (787) 872-2045

LODGINGCosta Dorada Beach Hotel900 Emilio González St.,Isabela 00662(787) 872-7255

Hotel Ocean FrontRd. #4466 Bo.Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos Isabelawww.oceanfrontpr.com(787) 872-0444

Parador Villas Del Mar HauRd 466 , Sector Bajuras, Montones Beachwww.paradorvillasdelmarhau.com(787) 872-2045

Royal Isabela396 Ave Noel Estrada, Isabela PR 00662www.royalisabela.com(787) 609-5888

Villa Montaña BeachRd. 4466 KM 1.9 Interior, Barrio BajurasIsabela, Puerto Rico 00662www.villamontana.com(787) 872-9554

Villas de Costa Dorada900 Emilio González St.,Isabela 00662(787) 872-7255

GOLFRoyal Isabela(787) 609-5888

LAS MARIASLas Marias was founded in 1871. This agricultural center is known as the "City of the sweet Orange" for its orange grooves. It is also known for its coffee history, which is found in the archives of the Library of the State Historic Preservation Office. This is also an area of archaeological importance.

ATTRACTIONSHacienda Palma Escrita (787) 210-8252

MARICAOHistorically, Maricao was a haven for Spanish and Taino Indians where they were protected from attacks by pirates and Carib Indians. Today it is known as one of the most important sites for coffee coffee producing area in Puerto Rico and is known as the “City of coffee”. There is also a fish hatchery and the forest of Maricao.

ATTRACTIONSTorre De Piedra (787) 838-2290Maricao Forest (787) 838-1040

AÑASCOThe city where the "gods died." The legend tells that the Taino Indians drowned a Spanish soldier, in order to prove that the Spaniards were not gods. The result started the Tauno Indian rebellion of 1511. You can go surfing in Balneario Three Brothers.

ATTRACTIONSEl Castillo Water Park (787) 826-6088Salto De La Encantada (787) 826-3100

LODGINGRincón Beach ResortRoad 115 KM 5.8, Añasco Puerto Rico 00610www.rinconbeach.com(787) 589-9000

CABO ROJOThere are two theories about the origin of name of Cabo Rojo. One is the cliffs’ red color which is caused by the salt water. The other is for the red color of the rubble around the lighthouse. Cabo Rojo includes areas of Boqueron, El Combatey and Joyuda. Each area has its special flavor. The town is very famous for its raw oysters with lemon juice and fresh seafood brought to the fishing port of Puerto Real.

ATTRACTIONSLa Playuela (Bahía Sucia)

Bahía Sucia, or “Dirty Bay,” is anything but filthy. It’s actually one of the most picturesque half-moon shaped beaches in Puerto Rico, a secluded treasure on the southeastern tip of the island. Overlooking the beach is the Cabo Rojo lighthouse, which was built in 1882.

Balneario de BoquerónBoquerón Beach is very family friendly with picnic tables, convenient parking, gazebos, handicaped facilities, accommodations, cafeteria, playground, restrooms, and lots of palm trees perfect for a shaded nap on the beach.

Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge and Salt Flats

The salt flats of Cabo Rojo and the Combate Beach coastline trails are a U.S. National Wildlife Refuge and an absolute paradise for bird watching enthusi-asts. This arid landscape, almost an alien world amid Puerto Rico’s lush vegetation and azure beaches, is home to 25 species of migrating shore-birds. In fact, this is the most important point of convergence for migrating shorebirds in the eastern Caribbean. The salt flats are also frequented by over 90 resident and migratory birds, and are part of the designated critical habitat of the yellow-shouldered blackbird, an endangered species. Trails available from the salt flats, Com-bate Beach, visitor centers, and Laguna Cartagena Refuge. (787) 851-2999

Cabo Rojo Salt FlatsA stark contrast to the beaches and forests of Puerto Rico, the salt flats of Cabo Rojo present a bleached, barren landscape. It’s a popular destina-tion for birds and birders alike, and a walk along the flats leads to a lovely stretch of white-sand beach. It is estimated that 40,000 birds visit this area yearly. It has an interpretative trail with panels, gazebos as well as birds and butterfly watching trails and mountain bike route.

RESTAURANTSPerichi's Steak and SeaMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-3131 Restaurante La CascadaMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-2158 Restaurante Tino'sMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-2976

LODGINGCofresí Beach Hotel#57 Muñoz Rivera - Boqueron, Puerto Rico 00622www.cofresibeach.com(787)254-3000

Parador BoquemarP.O. Box 133, Boquerón,Cabo Rojo, 00622www.boquemar.com787-851-2158

Parador Combate Beach HotelRd. 3301, Km. 2.7 Interior, Playa El CombateCabo Rojo, PR 00623www.combatebeach.com(787) 254-2358

Parador Joyuda BeachRoad # 102 KM 11.8Cabo Rojo, Puerto Ricowww.paradorjoyudabeach.com(787) 851-5650

Parador Perichi’sHC-02 Box 16310, Cabo Rojo 00623www.hotelperichi.com(787) 851-0590

Western Bay Boquerón Beach HotelRoad 101, Boquerón Public Beach Entrancewww.westernbayhotels.com(787) 851-7110

GOLFClub Deportivo del Oeste (787) 851-8880

GUANICAGuánica offers one of the most spectacular bays in Puerto Rico, beautiful beaches, hiking, diving areas, snorkeling, and forests. Guánica Dry Forest was designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.

ATTRACTIONSGuánica Dry Forest

This subtropical dry forest is very different from the lush rainforest of El Yunque. Designated as a United Nations Biosphere, the Guánica forest is home to more than 600 types of flora and fauna and 48 endan-gered species, 16 of which are endemic to the island. A visit here includes a trip to the idyllic and unspoiled Gilligan’s Island.

Hacienda Santa Rita (787) 856-1476

LODGINGCopamarina Resort & SpaRoad 333 KM 6.5, Cana Gorda, Guanica, Puerto Rico 00653-0805www.copamarina.com(787) 821-0505

Parador Guánica 1929Road 3116, Km. 2.5Los Veteranos Ave., EnsenadaGuánica, Puerto Ricowww.tropicalinnspr.com/es/guanica.php(787) 821-0099

HORMIGUEROSAt the town square you will find the Our Lady of Monserrate Basilica. Legend has it that the church was built to celebrate the intercession of Our Lady of Montserrat to save the life of a man. While work-ing in the field, the farmer was hit by an enraged bull. The man prayed to the Virgin to save his life and suddenly the bull fell and the farmer was saved. Since then, the people of the town are known as great devotees of the Virgin Mary. Also in the town is the Márquez House. This historic home is a good example of the architecture of the time, and is preserve as it was in the eighteenth century.

ATTRACTIONSBasílica Menor La Monserrate

Built in the small town of Hormigueros in the west coast, this basilica dates back to the late 16th century as a dedication to the Virgin of Montserrat. Its architecture combines Roman-tic elements and features a bell tower with Arabic elements.

LODGINGParadise Guest HouseRd. 345, Km 2.2, Hormigueros 00660(787) 849-2679

ISABELANature lovers will find rivers, lakes and caves to explore. Guajataca Forest has a system of walking trails that are worth exploring. Isabela beach is spectacular with accommodations available along the coast. There are also many restaurants on the beach.

ATTRACTIONSVilla Pesquera (787) 872-6400Guajataca Tunel (787) 830-1034Hermita S.Antonio Padua (787) 872-2100Guajataca Forest (787) 872-1045

RESTAURANTSOlas y Arenas (Villas Del Mar Hau)Mesón Gastronómico (787) 872-2045

LODGINGCosta Dorada Beach Hotel900 Emilio González St.,Isabela 00662(787) 872-7255

Hotel Ocean FrontRd. #4466 Bo.Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos Isabelawww.oceanfrontpr.com(787) 872-0444

Parador Villas Del Mar HauRd 466 , Sector Bajuras, Montones Beachwww.paradorvillasdelmarhau.com(787) 872-2045

Royal Isabela396 Ave Noel Estrada, Isabela PR 00662www.royalisabela.com(787) 609-5888

Villa Montaña BeachRd. 4466 KM 1.9 Interior, Barrio BajurasIsabela, Puerto Rico 00662www.villamontana.com(787) 872-9554

Villas de Costa Dorada900 Emilio González St.,Isabela 00662(787) 872-7255

GOLFRoyal Isabela(787) 609-5888

LAS MARIASLas Marias was founded in 1871. This agricultural center is known as the "City of the sweet Orange" for its orange grooves. It is also known for its coffee history, which is found in the archives of the Library of the State Historic Preservation Office. This is also an area of archaeological importance.

ATTRACTIONSHacienda Palma Escrita (787) 210-8252

MARICAOHistorically, Maricao was a haven for Spanish and Taino Indians where they were protected from attacks by pirates and Carib Indians. Today it is known as one of the most important sites for coffee coffee producing area in Puerto Rico and is known as the “City of coffee”. There is also a fish hatchery and the forest of Maricao.

ATTRACTIONSTorre De Piedra (787) 838-2290Maricao Forest (787) 838-1040

AÑASCOThe city where the "gods died." The legend tells that the Taino Indians drowned a Spanish soldier, in order to prove that the Spaniards were not gods. The result started the Tauno Indian rebellion of 1511. You can go surfing in Balneario Three Brothers.

ATTRACTIONSEl Castillo Water Park (787) 826-6088Salto De La Encantada (787) 826-3100

LODGINGRincón Beach ResortRoad 115 KM 5.8, Añasco Puerto Rico 00610www.rinconbeach.com(787) 589-9000

CABO ROJOThere are two theories about the origin of name of Cabo Rojo. One is the cliffs’ red color which is caused by the salt water. The other is for the red color of the rubble around the lighthouse. Cabo Rojo includes areas of Boqueron, El Combatey and Joyuda. Each area has its special flavor. The town is very famous for its raw oysters with lemon juice and fresh seafood brought to the fishing port of Puerto Real.

ATTRACTIONSLa Playuela (Bahía Sucia)

Bahía Sucia, or “Dirty Bay,” is anything but filthy. It’s actually one of the most picturesque half-moon shaped beaches in Puerto Rico, a secluded treasure on the southeastern tip of the island. Overlooking the beach is the Cabo Rojo lighthouse, which was built in 1882.

Balneario de BoquerónBoquerón Beach is very family friendly with picnic tables, convenient parking, gazebos, handicaped facilities, accommodations, cafeteria, playground, restrooms, and lots of palm trees perfect for a shaded nap on the beach.

Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge and Salt Flats

The salt flats of Cabo Rojo and the Combate Beach coastline trails are a U.S. National Wildlife Refuge and an absolute paradise for bird watching enthusi-asts. This arid landscape, almost an alien world amid Puerto Rico’s lush vegetation and azure beaches, is home to 25 species of migrating shore-birds. In fact, this is the most important point of convergence for migrating shorebirds in the eastern Caribbean. The salt flats are also frequented by over 90 resident and migratory birds, and are part of the designated critical habitat of the yellow-shouldered blackbird, an endangered species. Trails available from the salt flats, Com-bate Beach, visitor centers, and Laguna Cartagena Refuge. (787) 851-2999

Cabo Rojo Salt FlatsA stark contrast to the beaches and forests of Puerto Rico, the salt flats of Cabo Rojo present a bleached, barren landscape. It’s a popular destina-tion for birds and birders alike, and a walk along the flats leads to a lovely stretch of white-sand beach. It is estimated that 40,000 birds visit this area yearly. It has an interpretative trail with panels, gazebos as well as birds and butterfly watching trails and mountain bike route.

RESTAURANTSPerichi's Steak and SeaMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-3131 Restaurante La CascadaMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-2158 Restaurante Tino'sMesón Gastronómico (787) 851-2976

LODGINGCofresí Beach Hotel#57 Muñoz Rivera - Boqueron, Puerto Rico 00622www.cofresibeach.com(787)254-3000

Parador BoquemarP.O. Box 133, Boquerón,Cabo Rojo, 00622www.boquemar.com787-851-2158

Parador Combate Beach HotelRd. 3301, Km. 2.7 Interior, Playa El CombateCabo Rojo, PR 00623www.combatebeach.com(787) 254-2358

Parador Joyuda BeachRoad # 102 KM 11.8Cabo Rojo, Puerto Ricowww.paradorjoyudabeach.com(787) 851-5650

Parador Perichi’sHC-02 Box 16310, Cabo Rojo 00623www.hotelperichi.com(787) 851-0590

Western Bay Boquerón Beach HotelRoad 101, Boquerón Public Beach Entrancewww.westernbayhotels.com(787) 851-7110

GOLFClub Deportivo del Oeste (787) 851-8880

GUANICAGuánica offers one of the most spectacular bays in Puerto Rico, beautiful beaches, hiking, diving areas, snorkeling, and forests. Guánica Dry Forest was designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.

ATTRACTIONSGuánica Dry Forest

This subtropical dry forest is very different from the lush rainforest of El Yunque. Designated as a United Nations Biosphere, the Guánica forest is home to more than 600 types of flora and fauna and 48 endan-gered species, 16 of which are endemic to the island. A visit here includes a trip to the idyllic and unspoiled Gilligan’s Island.

Hacienda Santa Rita (787) 856-1476

LODGINGCopamarina Resort & SpaRoad 333 KM 6.5, Cana Gorda, Guanica, Puerto Rico 00653-0805www.copamarina.com(787) 821-0505

Parador Guánica 1929Road 3116, Km. 2.5Los Veteranos Ave., EnsenadaGuánica, Puerto Ricowww.tropicalinnspr.com/es/guanica.php(787) 821-0099

HORMIGUEROSAt the town square you will find the Our Lady of Monserrate Basilica. Legend has it that the church was built to celebrate the intercession of Our Lady of Montserrat to save the life of a man. While work-ing in the field, the farmer was hit by an enraged bull. The man prayed to the Virgin to save his life and suddenly the bull fell and the farmer was saved. Since then, the people of the town are known as great devotees of the Virgin Mary. Also in the town is the Márquez House. This historic home is a good example of the architecture of the time, and is preserve as it was in the eighteenth century.

ATTRACTIONSBasílica Menor La Monserrate

Built in the small town of Hormigueros in the west coast, this basilica dates back to the late 16th century as a dedication to the Virgin of Montserrat. Its architecture combines Roman-tic elements and features a bell tower with Arabic elements.

LODGINGParadise Guest HouseRd. 345, Km 2.2, Hormigueros 00660(787) 849-2679

ISABELANature lovers will find rivers, lakes and caves to explore. Guajataca Forest has a system of walking trails that are worth exploring. Isabela beach is spectacular with accommodations available along the coast. There are also many restaurants on the beach.

ATTRACTIONSVilla Pesquera (787) 872-6400Guajataca Tunel (787) 830-1034Hermita S.Antonio Padua (787) 872-2100Guajataca Forest (787) 872-1045

RESTAURANTSOlas y Arenas (Villas Del Mar Hau)Mesón Gastronómico (787) 872-2045

LODGINGCosta Dorada Beach Hotel900 Emilio González St.,Isabela 00662(787) 872-7255

Hotel Ocean FrontRd. #4466 Bo.Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos Isabelawww.oceanfrontpr.com(787) 872-0444

Parador Villas Del Mar HauRd 466 , Sector Bajuras, Montones Beachwww.paradorvillasdelmarhau.com(787) 872-2045

Royal Isabela396 Ave Noel Estrada, Isabela PR 00662www.royalisabela.com(787) 609-5888

Villa Montaña BeachRd. 4466 KM 1.9 Interior, Barrio BajurasIsabela, Puerto Rico 00662www.villamontana.com(787) 872-9554

Villas de Costa Dorada900 Emilio González St.,Isabela 00662(787) 872-7255

GOLFRoyal Isabela(787) 609-5888

LAS MARIASLas Marias was founded in 1871. This agricultural center is known as the "City of the sweet Orange" for its orange grooves. It is also known for its coffee history, which is found in the archives of the Library of the State Historic Preservation Office. This is also an area of archaeological importance.

ATTRACTIONSHacienda Palma Escrita (787) 210-8252

MARICAOHistorically, Maricao was a haven for Spanish and Taino Indians where they were protected from attacks by pirates and Carib Indians. Today it is known as one of the most important sites for coffee coffee producing area in Puerto Rico and is known as the “City of coffee”. There is also a fish hatchery and the forest of Maricao.

ATTRACTIONSTorre De Piedra (787) 838-2290Maricao Forest (787) 838-1040

LAJASLajas Valley is famous for its big head pineapple farms, a type of large, juicy pineapple. Also known as the "City of the Bishop," because in this town was born the first Puerto Rican bishop of the Catholic Church after the Spanish-American War.

ATTRACTIONSLa PargueraOne of three bioluminescent bays, or bio bays, in Puerto Rico, is located at La Parguera, a Lajas Village. The visibility in these waters makes for excellent diving and snorkeling.

RESTAURANTSRest Aquamarina (Parador Villa Parguera)Mesón Gastronómico (787) 899-7777

LODGINGEstancia La JamacaRd. 304, Reparto Laborde, Colinas La Parguera, La Parguera, 00667www.lapargueralajas.com/lajamaca.htm(787) 899-6162

Parador Villa PargueraRd. #304 k.m. 3.3, La Parguera, Lajaswww.villaparguerapr.com(787) 899-7777

Parador Turtle Bay Inn6th St # 153 La Parguera, Lajas - Puerto Ricowww.turtlebayinn.com(787) 899-6633

MAYAGÜEZMayagüez is the third largest city of the island has an elegant cobblestone town square with a large fountain, benches and a statue of Christopher Columbus on a globe-shaped pedestal. You'll also find the historic Teatro Yaguez restored to serve as a cultural center of the community, the Dr. John A. Rivero Zoo, the only one in Puerto Rico and the Experimental Station. Anyone whoe enjoys wine and fruit juices should try their famous sangria witch combine both in a refreshing tropical drink. Another specialty of Mayagüez its "brazo gitano", (gypsy arm) which is a vanilla sponge cake filled with cheese, guava and other tasty ingedientes.

ATTRACTIONSEugenio María de Hostos Museum

Located in Mayagüez, this museum commemorates the life of Hostos one of greatest thinkers in Puerto Rico and Latin America. Entrance is free of charge.(787) 834-4263

Mayagüez ZooThe only zoo in Puerto Rico hosts 17 species hailing from South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and our own island. Among them there are lions, tigers, leopards, elephants, snakes, rhinoceros, giraffes, monkeys, and exotic birds.(787) 834-8110

Yagüez Theather (787) 832-5882

RESTAURANTSHacienda LatinaMesón Gastronómico (787) 833-2041

LODGINGHotel Colonial14 South Iglesia StreetMayagüez, Puerto Rico 00680www.hotelcolonial.com(787) 833-2150

Howard Johnson Downtown MayaguezMéndez Vigo St #70, Mayagüez 00680www.ihphospitality.com/howardjohnsonmayaguez(787) 832-9191

Mayaguez Holiday Inn Tropical Casino2701 Justo Avenue, Mayagüez 00680www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/reservation?scmisc=header_hi(787) 833-1100

Mayaguez Resort & CasinoP.O. Box 3781,Mayagüez 00680www.mayaguezresort.com(787) 832-3030

MOCAMoca is known as the town of bobbin lace (Mundillo) in Puerto Rico. The traditional bobbin lace (Mundillo) is produced and sold throughout the year. Visit the The Moreau Mansion, a historic French Provencal mansion.

ATTRACTIONSEl Palacete Los Moreau, Labadié Castle

Historically known as the Labadié Mansion in the town of Moca, this house inspired writer Enrique Laguerre to write La Llamarada. The property was recently restored as a museum and renamed the "Palacete Los Moreau" in honor of Laguerre’s novel. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Hacienda Iruena Manor House.

Mundillo Museum (787) 877-3815

QUEBRADILLASQuebradillas is known as "La Guarida del Pirata" (The Pirate's Hideout). The town was founded in 1823. This town derives its name from the large amount of streams that run through the town. The name literally means "small streams". Quebradillas is faces the Atlantic Ocean, north of San Sebastián; east of Isabela; and west of Camuy. Quebradillas is home of one of the 20 designated forest reserves in Puerto Rico.

ATTRACTIONSRafael Perez Santaliz Aquatic Park (787) 895-2840Quebradillas Skate Park (787) 895-2840

RESTAURANTSFlamboyán Parador VistamarMesón Gastronómico (787) 895-2065

LODGINGParador VistamarRd 113, N. Km.102.8 Int. # 6205,Quebradillas 00678http://paradorvistamar.hotelpp.com(787) 895-2065

RINCÓNRincón is known as the town of the "The town of the Beautiful Sunsets". It is also well known in surfing circles, so much so that is mentioned in the famous song "Surfin’ Safari" by The Beach Boys. Among the main attractions is El Faro (The Light House) and its park. From the shore you can see whales very near Lighthouse in winter time. If you dive or do underwater sports should consider a visit to Desecheo Island east of Rincon.

ATTRACTIONSRincón Lighthouse & Park

Built in 1922, this lighthouse is situated in a park with great views to Domes Beach and nearby Desecheo Island. It’s also a great place to watch the sunset and, if in season, whales swimming by.

LODGINGBeside the Pointe on the BeachRd. 413 Km 4.4 Interior, 00677 Rincónwww.besidethepointe.com(787) 823-8550

Casa Isleña InnBarrio Puntas, Rd. Int. 413 km. 4.8,Rincón, PR 00677www.casa-islena.com/Site/home.html(787) 823-1525

The Lazy Parrot Inn & RestaurantRoad 413 Km 4.1, Bo. Puntas, Rincón, PR 00677www.lazyparrot.com(787) 823-5654

The Pineapple Inn2911 Calle 11, Sector Stella, Rincón 00677www.thepineappleinn.net(787) 823-1430

Villa Cofresí Hotel & RestaurantRoad 115, Km. 12.0, Rincón, Puerto Rico, 00677www.villacofresi.com(787) 823-2450

SABANA GRANDEThis is one of the entrances to the scenic route and two major forests, Maricao and Susúa. Founded in 1813, the native people of Sabana Grande is known as the "petateros" for the abundance of the petate palms that grows in the area.

ATTRACTIONSBosque Susúa (787) 502-6754

Casa Verde Guest HouseP. O. Box 1102, Rincón 00677www.casaverdehotel.com(787) 823-3756

Casa Vista del MarRd. 115 Km 11.5 Int. Bo Pueblo, Rincón, 00677www.casavistapr.com(787) 823-6437

Coconut Palms Inn2734 St. 8, Comunidad Estela, Rincón,PR 00677www.coconutpalmsinn.com(787) 823-0147

Dos Angeles del Mar Guest HouseHC1 Box 4320 Rincón, PR 00677www.dosangelesdelmar.com(787) 823-1378

Parador Villa AntonioRd. 115 km. 12, Rincón, Puerto Rico 00677www.villa-antonio.com(787) 823-2645

Rincón of the Seas Grand Caribbean HotelRd. 115 km 12.2 Rincon PR 00677www.rinconoftheseas.com(787) 823-7500

The Horned Dorset Primaverawww.horneddorset.com(787) 823-4030

Tourism Company Information CentersAguadillaRafael Hernández International Airport(787) 890-3315 (787) 890-3090(787) 721-2400 x. 1702

Cabo RojoPorta del Sol Regional OfficeGalery 100(787) 851-7015(787) 851-7070(787) 721-2400 x. 1705

AirportRafael Hernández International Airport, AguadillaPorta del Sol has its largest airport in the town of Aguadilla, with direct flights to cities in the United States. If you’d like to travel directly to the west coast, look for the BQN airport code.(787) 891-222

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ATTRACTIONSHacienda La Fe (787) 280-9990Museo Casa Doña Bisa (787) 280-9990Zip Line & Skate Park (787) 280-9990

LODGINGHacienda El JibaritoRoad 445, Km6.5, San Sebastián, 00685www.haciendaeljibarito.com(787) 280-4040

SAN GERMÁNSan Germán was founded in 1510 and is known as the "City of the Founders". It is the second oldest town in Puerto Rico. It is very quiet and has a significant architectural heritage. The Church of Porta Coeli, founded in 1606 is one of the oldest churches in the Western Hemisphere.

ATTRACTIONSPorta Coeli

As Puerto Rico’s second oldest city, San Germán has maintained much of its historic architecture, which includes the Porta Coeli Church, one of the oldest in the western hemisphere. Also worth a visit is the Santo Domingo de Porta Coeli Museum of Religious Art.

Museo Casa Ramírez de Arellá (787) 892-8870Museo Casa Aurelio Tió (787) 892-3790

SAN SEBASTIÁNSan Sebastian is at the center of the karst region of Puerto Rico. Its residents are known as "Pepinianos" because locals call them "cucumbers" the hummocks. A peculiar characteristic of its the location of the church faces the plaza from the north.

JANUARY• GUAJATACA DOWNHILL, QUEBRADILLAS• HUMPBACK WHALE SEASON ( DIC-MAR ), RINCON • CALF FESTIVAL , SAN SEBASTIAN FEBRUARY• DOWNHILL TOBBOGAN AND KITE FESTIVAL, LAJAS • COFFEE HARVEST FESTIVAL, MARICAO• CORONA EXTRA PRO SURF, RINCON

MARCH• JOYUDA INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON, CABO ROJO • SEAFOOD FESTIVAL, CABO ROJO • SWEET ORANGE FESTIVAL, LAS MARIAS • FIVE DAYS IN OUR COUNTRY, MAYAGUEZ

APRIL• KITE FESTIVAL, AGUADILLA • KITE FESTIVAL, MAYAGUEZ• RINCON FILM FEST, RINCON• RINCON STAND UP PADDLE, RINCON

MAY• PORTA DEL SOL CULINARY FESTIVAL, MAYAGUEZ

JUNE• BLUE CRAB FESTIVAL, GUANICA • TANGO FESTIVAL, ISABELA• SAINT PETER FESTIVAL, LAJAS • MANGO FESTIVAL, MAYAGUEZ • BOBBINLACE FESTIVAL, MOCA • RINCON TRIATHLON, RINCON

JULY• YOUTH FESTIVAL, AÑASCO • GUANICA TOWN FESTIVAL, GUANICA • YOUTH FESTIVAL, HORMIGUEROS• ANTIQUE TOYS FESTIVAL, ISABELA • LAJAS VALLEY AGRICULTURAL FESTIVAL, LAJAS • HAMMOCK FESTIVAL, SAN SEBASTIAN

AUGUST

• LA PARGUERA 100K CYCLING EVENT, LAJAS• LAND TURTLE FESTIVAL, MAYAGUEZ • ANTIQUE FAIR, SAN GERMAN

SEPTEMBER • LA MONSERRATE RAFT RACE, MOCA • LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIOFESTIVAL, SAN GERMAN

OCTOBER

• CHIPE FESTIVAL, AÑASCO • LIGHT TACKLE BLUE MARLIN TOURNAMENT, CABO ROJO • YUCCA FESTIVAL, ISABELA• ENCANTO PRO BODYBOARDING, ISABELA• WEST BEER FEST, MAYAGUEZ

NOVEMBER

• DISCOVERY OF PUERTO RICO ARTISANS’ FAIR, AGUADA • PUERTO RICAN IDENTITY FESTIVAL, GUANICA• CORONA EXTRA PRO SURF, ISABELA• BOBBIN LACE FESTIVAL, MOCA

DECEMBER

• PETATE FESTIVAL, SABANA GRANDE

FESTIVALS & EVENTS

AGUADILLACourtyard by Marriott AguadillaWest Parade/Belt Road,Ramey Base Aguadilla (787) 658-8000

Faro Inn & SuitesCliff Road Ramey Base Aguadilla(787) 890-9000

Hotel Cielo MarMontemar Ave. #84(787) 882-5959

Hotel Hacienda El PedregalRoad 111, Km. 0.1,Calle Cuesta Nueva(787) 891-6068

Hotel Villa ForínRoad 107, Km. 2.1Rpto El Faro # 5(787) 882-8341

Parador El FaroRoad 107 km 2.1 Bo. Borinquen Aguadilla, PR (787) 882-8000

AÑASCORincón Beach ResortRoad 115 KM 5.8(787) 589-9000

CABO ROJOCofresí Beach Hotel#57 Muñoz Rivera (787)254-3000

Parador BoquemarP.O. Box 133, Boquerón,787-851-2158

Parador Combate Beach HotelRoad 3301, Km. 2.7 InteriorPlaya El Combate(787) 254-2358

Parador Joyuda BeachRoad # 102 KM 11.8(787) 851-5650

Parador Perichi’sHC-02 Box 16310(787) 851-0590

Western Bay Boquerón Beach HotelRoad 101(787) 851-7110

GUANICACopamarina Resort & SpaRoad 333 KM 6.5, Cana Gorda(787) 821-0505

Parador Guánica 1929Road 3116, Km. 2.5Los Veteranos Ave., Ensenada(787) 821-0099

HORMIGUEROS

Paradise Guest House(787) 849-2679

ISABELA

Costa Dorada Beach Hotel900 Emilio González St.,(787) 872-7255

Hotel Ocean FrontRoad #4466 Bo.Bajuras Sector Playa Jobos (787) 872-0444

Parador Villas Del Mar HauRd 466 , Sector Bajuras, Montones Beach(787) 872-2045

Royal Isabela396 Ave Noel Estrada(787) 609-5888

Villa Montaña BeachRoad 4466 KM 1.9 Interior, Barrio Bajuras(787) 872-9554

Villas de Costa Dorada900 Emilio González St.(787) 872-7255

LAJAS

Estancia La JamacaRoad 304, Reparto Laborde, Colinas La Parguera, La Parguera(787) 899-6162

Parador Villa PargueraRoad #304 k.m. 3.3,La Parguera, (787) 899-7777

Parador Turtle Bay Inn6th st # 153 La Parguera(787) 899-6633

MAYAGÜEZHotel Colonial14 south Iglesia Street(787) 833-2150

Howard Johnson Downtown Mayagüez Méndez Vigo St #70(787) 832-9191

Mayagüez Holiday Inn Tropical Casino2701 Justo Avenue,(787) 833-1100

Mayagüez Resort & Casino(787) 832-3030

QUEBRADILLASParador VistamarRoad 113, N. Km.102.8 Int. # 6205(787) 895-2065

RINCÓNBeside the Pointe on the BeachRoad 413 Km 4.4 Interior(787) 823-8550

Casa Isleña InnBarrio Puntas, Carr. Int. 413 km. 4.8(787) 823-1525

Casa Verde Guest HouseP. O. Box 1102(787) 823-3756

Casa Vista del MarRd 115 Km 11.5 Int. Bo Pueblo(787) 823-6437

Coconut Palms Inn2734 St 8, Comunidad Estela(787) 823-0147

Dos Angeles del Mar Guest House(787) 823-1378

Parador Villa AntonioRoad 115 km. 12(787) 823-2645

Rincón of the SeasGrand Caribbean HotelRoad 115 km 12.2 (787) 823-7500

The Horned Dorset Primavera(787) 823-4030

The Lazy Parrot Inn & RestaurantRoad 413 Km 4.1, Bo. Puntas(787) 823-5654

The Pineapple Inn2911 St 11, Sector Stella(787) 823-1430

Villa Cofresí Hotel & RestaurantRoad 115, Km. 12.0(787) 823-2450

SAN SEBASTIÁN

Hacienda El Jibarito(787) 280-4040

LODGING

EXCURSIONS COMPANIESNAME CATEGORY TOWN PHONES WEBSITES

FISHINGLight Tackle Adventures Fishing Cabo Rojo (787) 849-1430 (787) 547-7380 www.lighttackleadventure.8k.com

Parguera Fishing Charters Fishing Lajas (787) 899-4698 (787) 382-4698 www.puertoricofishingcharters.com

Mahi-Mahi Tours & Fishing Charters Fishing San Germán (787) 642-2627 (787) 642-2587 http://charters.villadelrey.net/

HISTORY / CULTUREAmigos Tours &Travel History/Culture (include nightlife) Añasco (787) 826-6418 (787) 360-9398 www.amigostours.net

NATURE / ADVENTUREEco Bike Tours & Rentals Nature/Adventure Aguadilla (787) 512-2730 (787) 362-9885

VerdeAzul Stand Up

Paddleboard/Northwest Partnes Nature/Adventure Aguadilla (787) 951-5702 (787) 299-1311 www.verdeazulpr.com

Tropical Trail Rides Nature/Adventure Isabela (787) 872-9256 www.tropicaltrailrides.com

Coastal Marine at West Nature/Adventure Lajas (787) 310-8458 (787) 264-0516 coastalmarinepr.com

AdvenTours Nature/Adventure Mayagüez (787) 530-8311 www.adventourspr.com www.birdingpr.com

NAUTICAL / WATERSPORTSWest Paradise Nautical/Watersports Aguadilla (787) 546-1114 (787) 891-8602

Adventures Tourmarine Nautical/Watersports Cabo Rojo (787) 255-2525 (787) 375-2625 www.tourmarinepr.com

Paradise Puerto Rico Water Sport & Jetski rental Nautical/Watersports Cabo Rojo (787) 567-4386 www.pprwatersports.com

Pino's Boat & Water Fun, Inc. Nautical/Watersports Guánica (787) 484-8083 (787) 821-6864

Coconut Water Sports Nautical/Watersports Rincón (787) 309-9328 (787) 823-2450

Flying Fish Parasail Nautical/Watersports Rincón (787) 823-2359 (787) 431-3044 www.parasailpr.com

Katarina Sail Charters Nautical/Watersports Rincón (787) 823-7245 (787) 308-3190 www.sailrinconpuertorico.com

SCUBA & SNORKELINGAquatica Dive & Surf Scuba & Snorkeling Aguadilla (787) 890-6071 www.aquaticadive-surf.com

Puerto Rico Technical Diving Center Scuba & Snorkeling Aguadilla (787) 997-3483 (787) 431-0185 www.technicaldivingPR.com

Mona Aquatics Scuba & Snorkeling Cabo Rojo (787) 851-2185 (787) 206-2205 www.monaaquatics.com

Pirate Divers Scuba & Snorkeling Cabo Rojo (787) 692-1077 (787) 692-1077

Island Scuba Scuba & Snorkeling Guánica (787) 821-4373 (787) 309-6556 sanjuandiver.com

Taino Divers Scuba & Snorkeling Rincón (787) 823-6429 (787) 398-6006 www.tainodivers.com

SURFINGSurf Lessons PR Surfing Rincón (787) 617-4731 surfleessonspuertorico.com

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