Top Beaches For Surfing In Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is the place for surfing.  The western coastal towns of Puerto Rico: Isabela, Aguadilla, Aguada, and Rincon, have the best surf conditions.  Rincon, Puerto Rico is the most famous for its world surfing events.  Rincon is dubbed "The Caribbean Pipeline," and is regarded as one of the best surf spots around the world.  The beaches in these towns have ideal surf conditions thanks to the strong winds.  In addition to great surfing, the climate is great and the beaches have warm water temperatures,  that attract surfers from around the world.  


The following are top beaches for surfing in Puerto Rico:


West Coast of Puerto Rico:

Rincon - Tres Palmas, Marias, Domes, Sandy Beach.

Aguadilla - Crash Boat, Wilderness, Surfer's Beach.

Isabela -  Jobos, Middles.


North Coast of Puerto Rico:

Arecibo - Hollows.

Manati -  Los Tubos.

San Juan - La Ocho, La Bomba.

Carolina - Pine Grove. Caballos.

Loiza -  Chatarra, Aviones.


East Coast of Puerto Rico:

Luquillo -  La Pared, La Selva.

Fajardo -  Race Track, El Faro.

Humacao -  Palmas Del Mar.

Patillas -  Inches.


Most beaches in the area have a surf shop nearby providing equipment, surfboard rentals, and surf lessons.  Enjoy surfing in Puerto Rico!  Surfs up!


                                                                 

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Top Four Things Not To Do While Visiting Puerto Rico

Top four things not to do while visiting Puerto Rico:

Only Visit San Juan -  There are many places to visit beyond San Juan.  Make sure to explore other areas of Puerto Rico.  Discover other towns like Rincon, Patillas, and the islands of Culebra and Vieques.

Eating Only Foods Your Familiar With -  Have a taste of the typical foods of the island.  Try fritters like Alcapurrias and Bacalaitos.

Leaving Common Sense At Home -  Although you are on vacation mode, do not forget your street smarts.  No matter where you travel in the world, safety comes first.

Being Impatient -  Keep an open mind, the island of Puerto Rico is on "Caribbean" time.  Life in Puerto Rico, runs at a slower pace.  In Puerto Rico is not all about work, but appreciating life, family, and friends.

Go ahead, enjoy Puerto Rico to the fullest, and discover why Puerto Rico Is The Place...

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Patillas, Puerto Rico

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Church in the Plaza of Patillas, Puerto Rico

Most people who visit Puerto Rico, don't explore beyond  the San Juan area, but there is plenty to see.

Recently, a friend invited me to visit the town of Patillas, also known as "The Emerald of the South".  I wanted to get out to the countryside, so I accepted.

We traveled from San Juan to San Lorenzo, where we took the mountain road to Patillas.  The road was barely two lanes with many, many curves, so it was an exciting drive.  We passed lush verdant green mountains and a beautiful lake.  We found a good spot in the shade and stopped to have a bit of food and enjoy the view, before we continued on to the town.

"The Emerald of the South", Patillas, Puerto Rico is located on the southeastern coast of the island and stretches north to the southernmost tip of the Carite Forest.  The Carite Forest has many hiking trails, and one such trail, located in Patillas, leads directly to Charco Azul (Blue Pool).  The pool is fed by a small creek that runs from high in the mountains of the "Cordillera Central".  The pool gets its name of "Charco Azul" from the bluish tint of the water, but maybe is just the reflection of the blue sky.  Patillas, Puerto Rico has lakes, rivers, and sandy beaches, in addition to lovely green mountains.  It takes only a short drive to go from the mountains to the ocean and back again.

The town of Patillas was founded in 1811.  Patillas is the indigenous name of a native type of watermelon which grew abundantly in the area.  In 1821 a royal decree allowed the development of a port to stimulate trade.  The Immaculate Heart of Mary Church was built in 1845.  It was rebuilt in 1930, after Hurricane San Felipe in 1928, completely destroyed it.  This beautiful church faces the the lovely town plaza which has a water fountain and shade trees.

Patillas, Puerto Rico celebrates two festivals, the Patron Saint festival, held in March and the Emerald of the South Carnival, held in May.  Both are popular with the residents, there are many food stands, lots of music and everyone enjoys the festivities.  Next time you are in the island of Puerto Rico, don't forget to put the town of Patillas on the places to visit.