Looking for the best things to do in Puerto Rico beyond the typical tourist attractions?
From the historic streets of Old San Juan to lesser-known beaches and Afro-Caribbean cultural experiences, add these must-see attractions and activities to your Puerto Rico travel itinerary.
Read blog post: ht…Looking for the best things to do in Puerto Rico beyond the typical tourist attractions?
From the historic streets of Old San Juan to lesser-known beaches and Afro-Caribbean cultural experiences, add these must-see attractions and activities to your Puerto Rico travel itinerary.
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Send us Fan Mail So where will you travel to in 2026? If you're looking for some destination ideas, travel expert Onanta Forbes will join me on this week's show to review the 12 Best Places to Travel in 2026. That's at least according to Trafalgar Tours. Plus, you might want to consider visiting Pue…Send us Fan Mail So where will you travel to in 2026? If you're looking for some destination ideas, travel expert Onanta Forbes will join me on this week's show to review the 12 Best Places to Travel in 2026. That's at least according to Trafalgar Tours. Plus, you might want to consider visiting Puerto Rico in 2026 as they have a lot going on from new openings and events to emerging travel experiences. We'll chat with the Chief Marketing Officer from Discover Puerto Rico to find out more. Sup...more
Is cruising worth it—especially if you usually prefer independent travel? In this episode, Cheryl shares her first cruise experience sailing out of San Juan, Puerto Rico, and visiting five Caribbean islands in seven days. She offers an honest look at what surprised her, what she loved, what felt fru…Is cruising worth it—especially if you usually prefer independent travel? In this episode, Cheryl shares her first cruise experience sailing out of San Juan, Puerto Rico, and visiting five Caribbean islands in seven days. She offers an honest look at what surprised her, what she loved, what felt frustrating, and what she learned as a first-time cruiser. If you’re curious about cruising solo—or considering going with a friend—this episode will help you decide whether it fits your travel person...more
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Erin and Kattie discuss the recent fireworks display in the Himalayan region of Tibet, which drew backlash and an apology from outdoor brand Arc'teryx. They also discuss Bad Bunny's decision to not tour the US and the economic and tourism impact of the 30-show residency on his home island of Puerto …Erin and Kattie discuss the recent fireworks display in the Himalayan region of Tibet, which drew backlash and an apology from outdoor brand Arc'teryx. They also discuss Bad Bunny's decision to not tour the US and the economic and tourism impact of the 30-show residency on his home island of Puerto Rico.
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Is it Caribbean or Caribbe-an? We kick off this episode of Stacking Adventures with the great pronunciation debate—then head straight into a destination you can explore without needing a passport: Puerto Rico.
Hosts Joe Saul-Sehy and Crystal Hammond welcome travel advisor Donna Pelletier from Vacat…Is it Caribbean or Caribbe-an? We kick off this episode of Stacking Adventures with the great pronunciation debate—then head straight into a destination you can explore without needing a passport: Puerto Rico.
Hosts Joe Saul-Sehy and Crystal Hammond welcome travel advisor Donna Pelletier from Vacations by Donna, who shares highlights from her recent pre-cruise mini-adventure in Puerto Rico. While it wasn't a deep-dive vacation, Donna packed in just enough to give us a taste of what's possible in a short visit—and how to make the most of your own.
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• Smart ways to squeeze in dining, cocktails, and local flavor without overcommitting
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• A few surprising insights—like how a quick stop at Walmart can save your trip
• How to lower stress and costs when adding Puerto Rico to your cruise itinerary
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As we wrap up another year, I'm re-sharing an episode I originally released back at the end of 2020 about a holiday tradition I got to witness while I was visiting Puerto Rico. I often travel over Christmas and New Years, and I love seeing how people in other places have cultural practices that are …As we wrap up another year, I'm re-sharing an episode I originally released back at the end of 2020 about a holiday tradition I got to witness while I was visiting Puerto Rico. I often travel over Christmas and New Years, and I love seeing how people in other places have cultural practices that are different from my own. This was one of those experiences. My friend Rob took me to a parranda, which is sort of like a Puerto Rican version of Christmas caroling. But as you’ll hear, this particular parranda had an interesting twist.
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Send us Fan Mail Travel expert Onanta Forbes is back from her group cruise sailing in the Caribbean onboard Holland America's Rotterdam, so on this week's podcast we'll check in with her to get the highlights. Plus, festival season is about to begin in Puerto Rico with celebrations beginning the day…Send us Fan Mail Travel expert Onanta Forbes is back from her group cruise sailing in the Caribbean onboard Holland America's Rotterdam, so on this week's podcast we'll check in with her to get the highlights. Plus, festival season is about to begin in Puerto Rico with celebrations beginning the day after US Thanksgiving in November and culminating with Fiesta de la Calle San Sebastián on January 20th. So we'll get some insight on that. And Ken Stewart from Crowfoot Travel Solutions will be a...more
Join Ashley and Emily in this episode of Travel Chat as they discuss their experiences at the WITS conferences in different locations around the world. From the intimate setting in Gdansk, Poland to the vibrant atmosphere in Puerto Rico and the exciting time in Utah, Salt Lake City, Park City, the h…Join Ashley and Emily in this episode of Travel Chat as they discuss their experiences at the WITS conferences in different locations around the world. From the intimate setting in Gdansk, Poland to the vibrant atmosphere in Puerto Rico and the exciting time in Utah, Salt Lake City, Park City, the hosts share insights and highlights from each of the three conferences they attended. Tune in to hear about their speaking engagements, conference activities, and more. Key takeaways: Ashley’s...more
Today's episode is all about visiting Puerto Rico with kids!
Planning a family vacation to Puerto Rico? We spent 1 week in PR for our spring break and had the best time exploring the island.
From El Yunque National Forest to the beautiful beaches and the charm of Old San Juan, there's so much to s…Today's episode is all about visiting Puerto Rico with kids!
Planning a family vacation to Puerto Rico? We spent 1 week in PR for our spring break and had the best time exploring the island.
From El Yunque National Forest to the beautiful beaches and the charm of Old San Juan, there's so much to see and do in this US Territory! (And no passports needed for US citizens!
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Bianca Alba is a proud Latina on a mission to inspire more Latinas to embark on travel. Born in Bolivia and raised in Virginia, trips and vacations were just an idea for a long time. She currently lives in Puerto Rico and has a full-time job working as a public health advisor.
Bianca shares her jou…Bianca Alba is a proud Latina on a mission to inspire more Latinas to embark on travel. Born in Bolivia and raised in Virginia, trips and vacations were just an idea for a long time. She currently lives in Puerto Rico and has a full-time job working as a public health advisor.
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