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Culebra, Puerto Rico
Places to stay: You will probably agree that Playa Flamenco is one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole world. A well-kept camping area is available year-round. In Easter, Spring Break, and throughout the summer, the population of this camping area may be as large or larger than the total population of the island of Culebra! And in nearby Culebrita, a smaller island reached by motorboat from Culebra, the beaches are even more secluded and more beautiful! Tap water in Culebra is brought in by pipes from the mainland. Use for human consumption at your discretion. See our section on water for further information. Culebra is a favorite vacation spot for many tourists from the rest of Puerto Rico also. The patron saint for Culebra is "Virgen del Carmen", celebrated on July 16. Government-operated boats and ferries travel to the island several times each day from the city of Fajardo. One-way ticket is under five dollars. Tickets may be purchased in advance from the P R Maritime Authority. Call 800-981-2005, 787-863-0705 or 787-863-0852, or the Culebra office at 787-742-3161. Reservations are required to use the ferry to bring your own vehicle into Culebra. Call telephone (787) 863-0705. There are also some car rental agencies operating on the island. They have limited car inventories and demand is large in weekends and throughout the summer. You can also use local taxis, which are passenger vans which hold about twelve passengers and usually do not leave for their destination unless they are full. Rates are three to five dollars per person to destinations such as Flamenco Beach.
The island of Culebra is also reached by air. Several small passenger airplanes fly daily from San Juan and from Fajardo.
Some of the airlines that fly to and from Culebra are:
Among the many tourist services booming on the island, you may want to take note of Snorkel SVI - Eco Tour, for a family friendly eco-tour featuring dolphins, turtles, reefs and beaches reached only by boat.Ê Snorkel theÊhidden reefsÊand secret spots with a professional guide certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, and more.ÊFamiliesÊoftenÊprefer theÊmorning tour. Afternoon-Sunset tours are ideal for young couples and the cerveza set. For further details, visit their website, http://culebrai.com/ |
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Many people travel to Culebra in their own private sail or motor boats. Some
boats are available for renting on an hourly or daily basis, with or
without captain and crew. Ask around Fajardo or check current tourist
guides.