The people who live here have perfected the art of having fun on their dazzling island, and visitors are free to join right in. Puerto Ricans love their island and take pride in showing off its charms, which makes them among the world’s great hosts. Especially on weekends, there seems to be something going on just about everywhere — whether it’s an art fair in Old San Juan, a pig roast in the rural mountain area outside town, or a volleyball competition or free concert on the beach in Isla Verde. More so than on any other island, visitors are more likely to rub elbows with locals in Puerto Rico because so many of them are out enjoying themselves. For island hotels and restaurants, local residents are an important and loyal part of their clientele.

Recently, Puerto Rico has blossomed as a tourist destination.  The island is blessed with towering mountains, rainforests, white sandy beaches along Caribbean shores, and a vibrant culture forged from a mix of Caribbean, Hispanic, African, and U.S. influences. History buffs will get more ancient buildings and monuments here than anywhere else in the Caribbean, many of them dating back some 500 years to the Spanish conquistadors. Add some of the best golf and tennis in the West Indies, posh beach resorts, and tranquil hotels.

Most people speak English.  US dollar is the official currency.  NO PASSPORT needed to visit from the US.

Flights:

To San Juan international from Salt Lake City are about 7 hours long with 1 stops starting at $428/person

Weather in Puerto Rico in January and February:

About 82 F as a High

About 71 F as a Low

August – November are the rainiest months.

January and February  are the driest all year.  Average precipitation is 2.8 inches in a month.

My Hotel Preference is:

“ Gran Melia Golf Resort Puerto Rico   ”

4 star

$209/Night includes breakfast, taxes and fees. Staying a Friday or Saturday night may raise the price slightly.

Limited Offer:  Jr. Suite non refundable rate:

Secluded area – if you want to explore

San Juan, you can rent a car at  the Tour desk inside the hotel

Full service spa

Multiple pools

Located on a beach

Many different restaurants (can cater to your needs)

On-site Casino

Fitness and Spa onsite

Access to 18 hole Trump International  Golf course

Free wi-fin in public areas.

Access to high speed in your room – just bring an Ethernet cable.

Onsite restaurants and concierge are familiar with GF needs.

Transportation from airport can be arranged for $35/person each way.

Other travelers GF reviews of San Juan is great.  They don’t use much flour in their traditional menu items.

• Veggie Garden Cafe — 787-754-6959
• Café Berlin 787-722-520
• Marmalade —  787-833-4911
• Uno Chicago Grill —  Multiple Locations

  

  Gran Melia Suite room in Puerto Rico

  

  Gran Melia resort is near this Trump International Golf Course

  

  One of the many Gran Melia Pools

  
  
  

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