It's always a very pleasant way for many PuertoRicans to spend some time: come to San Juan Harbor, enjoy the fresh sea breezes while attending any freee artistic shows or attractions that may be on, and watching the happy faces of tourists moving to and from their cruise ships anchored nearby. Old San Juan is always bustling with activity. Still, when the cruise ships arrive and tourists begin to amble throughout the stone-paved streets of Old San Juan, all the Caribbean fire seems to rekindle with renewed strength!
Most Caribbean Cruises visit several ports throughout the Caribbean. Of these, many spend a day in Old San Juan. It's always a favorite among the destinations:
the people around are friendly, speak both English and Spanish,
places to eat include anything from familiar American fast food places to some samples of exquisite Spanish, Puerto Rican and Internation dining
then there is the Bacardi Rum Factory free tour with free Bacardi cocktails,
great buys in jewelry and watches,
and the famed Plaza Las Americas Shopping Mall, the largest in the Caribbean, with something for everyone. Not to mention the incredibly photogenic 500-year old landmarks all around All San Juan. No wonder tourists look so happy!
Tips for cruise passengers
* * Although a year-round cruise destination, the strong appeal of the Caribbean for family cruise vacations make school holiday periods among the busiest times of year.
* * Those looking for the best values in a cruise to the Caribbean should check sailing dates in January, late spring or September through early December.
* * Use adequate sunblock lotions. Don't risk a spoiled vacation from severe sunburn.
* * Don't overload yourself with parcels. Ask that your purchases be sent to your ship.
* * Keep the receipts and/or business cards from the stores you visit. I frequently get email from people who want to order/reorder some item and cannot remember the name of the store!
* * A typical weeklong cruise allows vacationers to sample many varied cultures, history and peoples at four or five different ports. Each port call opens the door to a new slice of paradise, where you might discover traces of France or Britain or the Netherlands or Spain woven into the distinctive pace and style of the regions many individual nations.
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