By Sayuri Vargas-Hernandez, Contributing Writer
Puerto Rico is a beautiful island in the Caribbean, full of amazing places and rich culture. It is famous for its natural beauty, such as beaches, forests, history, and traditions. Puerto Rico is part of the United States, and people here speak both Spanish and English.
Puerto Rico has fantastic beaches, such as Flamenco Beach and Isla Verde, considered the home of El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Another unique place people love to visit is Mosquito Bay Beach because it has tiny organisms in the water, which makes the experience memorable.
“I enjoyed the opportunity to visit Puerto Rico. Mainly because I have the chance to explore and enjoy my culture by eating delicious food, exploring captivating locations like beaches, the mountains, and the music,” said Anabelita Lopez, a junior student who is majoring in accounting and minoring in computer information systems.
Puerto Rico is known for its music, such as Reggaeton, Salsa, and Bomba dancing. But the island holds an important event every year called the San Sebastian Street Festival, which lasts for four days and features live music, parades, and street parties.
Also, Puerto Rico’s food is full of flavor. Two of the most popular dishes are Mofongo, made with mashed plantains, garlic, and pork, and Coquito, a creamy coconut drink often wanted during the holidays, especially in summer.
There are many places to visit in Puerto Rico. For example, Old San Juan has interesting old buildings and stone streets.
Another great place to visit is El Yunke, which is full of trees and waterfalls where visitors can relax.
However, some visitors prefer to visit Flamenco Beach, which is located on Culebra Island. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Lopez also added that “her trip to Culebra was special because she took a ferry and had the opportunity to view the other beaches near Culebra.”
Another fantastic place to visit in Puerto Rico is the Arecibo Observatory because it is one of the world’s largest and most powerful radio telescopes.
Puerto Rico is a beautiful place for a summer trip. It has great beaches, green rainforests, and tall mountains. The people are warm and welcoming, and visitors enjoy the delicious and positive culture.
Many people leave with happy memories and dream of coming back to experience it all again. If you want to be one of them, add Puerto Rico to your travel bucket list.
