# Why Puerto Rico Should Be Your Next Caribbean Vacation: Beaches, Boats & Parties

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Podcast: [Travel Squad Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-squad-podcast-507810)
Published: 2026-07-07T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/travel-squad-podcast/episodes/Why-Puerto-Rico-Should-Be-Your-Next-Caribbean-Vacation-Beaches--Boats--Parties-e3lbvvn
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## Resource

We’re taking you along on our 6 day trip to Puerto Rico for every mojito, empanada, and beach. We share our honest opinions about Puerto Rico’s vibrant culture, beautiful architecture, and local beaches. We cover where to stay, what to eat, driving tips, how much the trip cost, our experience at the Puerto Rico Wine & Food Festival, and plenty of recommendations to help you plan your own Caribbean getaway without needing a passport. You can download our 5-day Puerto Rico itinerary and take this exact same trip. Episode Highlights: How to get to Puerto Rico as a U.S. traveler Transportation, driving, parking, and money saving travel tips Where to stay in San Juan and what made our resort experience special Exploring Old San Juan, El Morro, La Perla, and colorful colonial streets Visiting the Puerto Rico Wine & Food Festival Boat excursion to Culebra Island and relaxing at Flamenco Beach Luquillo Beach, Playa Buyé, Domes Beach, Crash Boat Beach, and Ponce Our favorite Puerto Rican food, cocktails, and restaurants from the trip Hotels in Puerto Rico we recommend: La Concha Resort - Where we stayed here. The location is great with plenty of bars and restaurants in walking distance, just 15 minutes from the airport, Condado Beach is stunning and the resort has many great amenities. The Royal Sonesta - Swim up bar! Caribe Hilton - Huge pool and big balconies overlooking the ocean. Check out our Puerto Rico tours and things to do in our Viator shop. Find a great flight deal to San Juan with Thrifty Traveler Premium ’s flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription. —--------------------------------------- Shop: Trip Itineraries ⁠ & ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠ Connect: ⁠YouTube⁠ , ⁠TikTok⁠ , and ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ and contact us at travelsqu…

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