by Vincent
You can easily spend a day or two at the various beaches in Luquillo. Punta La Bandera is a semi-private beach a short walk from the public beach, Playa Azul. You will park near Playa Azul and follow the beach north and around the corner to the west. Its only a 5-10 walk from Playa Azul. This area is generally not as busy, and feels more private with beautiful Atlantic views and nice walks up and down the beach. The QR code will direct you to Playa Azul, but you can drive a bit farther north on Calle Luquillo Beach Blvd to find parking closer to Punta La Bandera.
I am a father of five beautiful children. We moved to this beautiful and mystical island we get to call home now.
Cayo Icacos is a small, uninhabited island off the coast of Fajardo, Puerto Rico. It forms part of the La Cordillera Reef Nature Reserve and is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment. It is a fifteen-minute water taxi ride from Fajardo and is one of the most beatiful islands in the world.
Dorado is home to the wealthiest Puerto Ricans and has some excellent restaurants as well as nice beaches and a lovely Plaza. Further along the drive you can experience rocky beaches and limestone cliffs. Make sure your camera is ready as the scenery is begging to be photographed. Be sure to bring hiking shoes and use care when climbing the limestone cliffs. Some areas are not for beginners or the faint of heart!
Without traffic or stops, the drive is 90 minutes to 2 hours. But I would plan on 6 hours to a full day to get the most out of this trip. I do recommend stopping at Bocata for excellent Mojitos and BBQ!
Traffic can be very heavy on weekends & holidays. It is a popular destination for locals and visitors. The drive ends in Arecibo area where there are some wonderful restaurants to enjoy dinner. From here, you can take Highway 22 back towards San Juan or your home.
This drive commences in Caguas on Highway 52 (just south of San Juan in the middle of the island). This drive gives you a taste of the mountains that run through the center of the island. Once you reach the coast, you will head west to Ponce. Ponce, the second most populous city in Puerto Rico, is rich with Spanish architecture and history. Check out the stops on the map, and spend some time walking around the Plaza.
The drive itself is about 90 minutes, but I recommend planning on a full day for this trip. You could get started with Breakfast or Brunch at Siempre Verde and finish your day with a decadent meal in Ponce.
Traffic can be heavy near the tourist attractions on the weekends and holidays, and parking may be more difficult. This tour ends in Ponce. You can follow the map back to Highway 52 to reach San Juan or your home.
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