Destination Northeast Puerto Rico, Days 4&5

Destination Northeast Puerto Rico - Days 4 & 5


Yesterday (Wed 11/21) wrapped up our tour of the sights closest to the town where my mother lives. The first several days of my visit consists of several brief stops including Luquillo Beach, Loiza, Piñones, Caguas, Las Croabas, Fajardo, Humacao, Patillas, Cayey, and two days in Old San Juan in addition to other smaller towns inbetween. The weather has been hit and miss with many grey overcast days and small rain showers. The dreary conditions make for less than desirable images, especially anyplace where there is a coastal view.

The map above represents the area covered to date. Today (Thurs 11/22) is Thanksgiving and our day of rest. Tomorrow we hit the road again for a 3 nights stay throughout smaller cities scattered on the west and southwestern coastline. I hope to visit historic towns, pristine beaches, and most importantly, pray for great weather.



By Spanish design, almost every small city in Puerto Rico has a small plaza located directly in the center of town. Fountains, elaborate landscapes, and park benches are typical. Here you will also find small businesses, restaurants, and local government offices.








Museo Casa Cantiño


















(Above, Left) This small beach town resort, also know as "paradores", are scattered across the island. A single night's stay is incredibly affordable at prices starting at $79 and up. (Above, Right) Across the street from the small resort is a public beach access park. The palm trees here a rooted within a few feet of the water's edge. Go to your favorite search engine and type "paradores" for more info and photos.














(Above) "Palm Tree Forest" - I don't know that I've ever seen a forest so densely populated with palm trees, so I took a photo.













(Above) "El Nuevo Horizante" Bar & Grill offers spectacular views and a perfect balcony to hurl from if you had one too many mojitos or cans of Medalla beer.



(Above) This corner neighborhood bar was once a grocery store in the mid 1920s. While visiting friends of my mother's, we hung out on the corner just outside of this little bar. The establishment is locally operated. On the weekends, neighbors bring meats and veggies and make a giant pot of soup and rice. Everyone pitches in and spends a Friday or Saturday eating and drinking in the street on this corner. If you look closely in the upper righthand window, there is a large speaker playing the best of local salsa music. With enough festive and alcoholic spirits, dancing often ensues in the streets.

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