Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

Aguadilla is a city of almost 65,000 inhabitants (2000 census), located in the northwestern corner of the island of Puerto Rico. It is located on PR 2, one of the best freeways on the island, about twenty-five minutes from Arecibo and twenty minutes from Mayagüez, .

Aguadilla was for many years the home of Ramey Air Force Base. Upon its closing, the former base airport was converted into Aeropuerto Borinquen, one of the most active commercial airports around the island.

Aguadilla attracts much internal tourism to its beautiful beaches, landmarks dating back to Spanish times and its Parque Acuático Las Cascadas, a modern aquatic theme park.

Places to stay include:
    Hotel Parador el Faro, (787) 882-8000
    Parador La Cima, (787) 890-2016
    Hotel el Pedregal, (787) 891-6068
    Hotel CieloMar, (787) 882-5959

The famous Puerto Rican writer, Jose de Diego, was born in Aguadilla, as was Rafael Hernández, one of Puerto Rico's most prolific songwriters.

The patron saint for Aguadilla is "San Carlos Borromeo", celebrated on November 4.