Caribbean
97 places in Caribbean
What to see and do at Cueva Ventana, Puerto RicoVisited October 2013Cueva Ventana is a popular tourist attraction located in Arecibo, a city in the northwestern part of Puerto Rico. It is a natural cave system that features a large opening, or "window," that offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside. It looks down on the Rio Grande de Arecibo river valley.
What to see and do at El Yunque (South side), Puerto RicoVisited July 2021On the south side of the EL Yunque National Forest is the town of Florida. Here, four rivers, the Rio Sabana, Rio Cubuy, Rio Icacos, and Rio Prieto, flow down out of El Yunque rainforest and form the Rio Blanco river. The Rio Sabana Recreation Area offers scenic views of the Rio Blanco watershed and the coastal areas of Naguabo and Humacao along with inspiring views of the mountains and the coast as well as access to rivers and water play opportunities.
What to see and do at El Yunque (West side), Puerto RicoVisited October 2019El Yunque Rainforest, also known as the Caribbean National Forest, is a lush, verdant tropical rainforest located in the northeastern part of Puerto Rico. Spanning over 28,000 acres, it is one of the few tropical rainforests in the United States National Forest System and the only one in Puerto Rico. Rio Espiritu Santo waterfall is located on the west side of the rainforest.
What to see and do at El Yunque, Puerto RicoVisited July 2015El Yunque National Forest is a tropical rainforest in northeastern Puerto Rico. The highest mountain peak in the forest rises 3,494 ft above sea level. Over 20 feet of rain a year falls in some areas of the forest. From El Portal Visitor Center, a walkway winds through the surrounding treetops. Trails run to La Mina waterfall and Mount Britton, then up to the high-altitude dwarf forest.
What to see and do at Hacienda Campo Rico, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Hacienda Campo Rico is a popular tourist destination located in Puerto Rico, specifically in the municipality of Carolina, which is just east of the capital city of San Juan. This historic estate offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and recreational activities and is a filming location for movies such as Marvel’s Black Panther and others by Hulu and Netflix.
What to see and do at Isla Verde and Pinones, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Isla Verde and Piñones are two popular beachfront areas located in the northeastern part of Puerto Rico, near the capital city of San Juan. Both of these areas offer beautiful beaches, outdoor activities, and a taste of the vibrant Puerto Rican culture.
What to see and do at JungleQui, Rio Mar, Puerto RicoVisited July 2022JungleQui Ziplining is an outdoor adventure attraction located in the lush tropical rainforest of eastern Puerto Rico near Rio Mar and just outside of the El Yunque National Forest. The attraction offers visitors the opportunity to experience the thrill of ziplining through the forest canopy, while also enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
What to see and do at La Cabeza de San Juan, Puerto RicoVisited April 2024La Cabeza de San Juan is a nature reserve located near Fajardo in Puerto Rico. The reserve is nestled between headlands of the northeastern point of the island, It boasts diverse ecosystems, including a bioluminescent lagoon, mangroves, coral reefs, dry forests, and sandy and rocky Caribbean beaches. Laguna Grande, which is located in the reserve, is one of the brightest bioluminescent areas globally.
What to see and do at La Hacienda Park, Higuey, Dominican RepublicVisited April 2023Higuey is the capital city of the eastern La Altagracia Province in the Dominican Republic. It was founded in 1502 by Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon and has long been a pilgrimage center known for its elaborate shrine of the Virgin Mary. La Hacienda Park is an amusement park located in Higuey. They offer different activities such as ziplines, horseback riding, buggy riding, and safari experiences.
What to see and do at Las Pailas, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Located on Highway 983, Las Pailas (or Las Paylas) on the Pitayaha river near Luquillo is a popular place for people to slide down the waterfall. There are several houses here that have a few parking places that they charge per car to park there. The one where we parked had a concrete stairway from the road down to the base of the waterfall.
What to see and do at Mar Chuquita, Puerto RicoVisited October 2019Mar Chiquita is a beautiful beach located on the north coast of Puerto Rico, near the municipality of Manatí. It is known for its picturesque crescent-shaped shoreline that forms a natural pool enclosed by rocky cliffs.
What to see and do at Ocean Cay, BahamasVisited October 2021Ocean Cay is a private island located in the western part of the Bahamas, near Bimini. It is owned and operated by MSC Cruises, a Swiss-based cruise line company. The island was originally a sand extraction site, but MSC Cruises transformed it into a tropical paradise.
What to see and do at Playa Colora, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Playa Colora is a beach located in the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico, northeast of the of Seven Seas Beach. The beach is known for its unique orange-red sand, which is a result of the erosion of the nearby cliffs made of red sandstone.
What to see and do at Playa Escondida, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Playa Escondida (Hidden Beach) is one of the prettiest beaches in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. It is definitely a hidden beach. To reach Playa Escondida, you'll need to hike for about 20 minutes from the west end of Seven Seas Beach through a mangrove forest.
What to see and do at Playa Los Bohios, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Playa Los Bohios is a black sand beach on the southeast coast just north of the mouth of the Río Maunabo. Rain erodes the rocks in the mountains, and the black sand is washed down-river during heavy rain storms creating a black sand beach. The beach is a popular destination among both locals and tourists, and it's known for its clear turquoise waters, soft sand, and peaceful atmosphere.
What to see and do at Playa Vacia Talega, Puerto RicoVisited April 2024Playa Vacia Talega is a picturesque, crescent-shaped Caribbean beach located along highway 187 in Loíza, Puerto Rico. The beach is known for its calm, shallow waters that stretch from the shore to the protective reef. This makes it a popular destination for families and swimmers.
What to see and do at Point Tuna, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022Point Tuna Lighthouse, also known as Faro de Punta Tuna, is a historic lighthouse located in the southeastern part of Puerto Rico, in the municipality of Maunabo. It was built in 1892 by the Spanish government to guide ships traveling between the Caribbean and the Atlantic Ocean. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1981.
What to see and do at Punta Borinquen, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Punta Borinquen is a prominent geographical feature located in northwestern Puerto Rico. It is situated near the town of Aguadilla and is known for its beautiful coastline, rugged cliffs, and historic significance.
What to see and do at Rio Grande, Puerto RicoVisited July 2021Rio Grande is located on the northeast coast of the island of Puerto Rico. It was founded in 1840 and is located where the Río Grande and the Río Espíritu Santo join. Rio Grande is often called "La Ciudad del Yunque". It is known for the El Yunque rainforest, its lavish hotels, championship golf courses, iconic restaurants, and its many beaches. The most well known beaches are Coco Beach, Bahia Beach, and Luquillo.
What to see and do at Rio Mar (Playa las Picuas), Puerto RicoVisited July 2022Playa Las Picuas is secluded and relatively small beach located on the northeast coast of Puerto Rico to the northwest of Luquillo beach. The northwest end of the beach is a popular spot for windsurfing.
What to see and do at Ron Del Barrilito rum Bayamon, Puerto RicoVisited July 2022Ron del Barrilito is the oldest rum made in Puerto Rico. The rum production facility in Bayamon is located at the Hacienda Santa Ana where the Fernandez family first began growing sugarcane in 1787. In 1871, they began making rum for their personal use and then began selling it in 1880. They have been making it in the same place and in the same way since then. The distillery is open to the public for tours and tastings.
What to see and do at Seven Seas, Puerto RicoVisited September 2022The Seven Seas beach is a beautiful beach located near the town of Fajardo, on the northeastern coast of the island of Puerto Rico. The beach is known for its clear turquoise waters, soft white sand, and scenic views. The name "Seven Seas" refers to the seven different shades of blue that can be seen in the water.
What to see and do at Surfers Beach and Survival Beach, Puerto RicoVisited September 2023Surfers Beach and Survival Beach are two popular beaches located on the beautiful Caribbean island of Puerto Rico’s west coast. Both of these beaches offer unique experiences and are frequented by locals and tourists alike.
What to see and do at the Bacardi Distillery, Catano, Puerto RicoVisited December 2005The Bacardi distillery, also known as the Bacardi Rum Factory, is a famous rum distillery located in Catano, Puerto Rico. The distillery is known for producing high-quality rum, and by the turn of the century, it was the largest rum distillery in the world. Today, the Bacardi distillery in Catano produces a wide range of rums, including Bacardi Superior, Bacardi Gold, and Bacardi 151, as well as several other flavored rums.