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Q: Do I need a passport to visit Puerto Rico?
If you are an American citizen you do not need a passport. You do need a valid photo ID to board the plane. Don't lose your ID; you will need it to board the plane back.
Q: What type of currency is used in Puerto Rico?
Q: Where exactly is Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico is about 1000 miles southeast of Miami, Florida, a two-hour flight.
Q: How much is airfare to San Juan, PR?
Depending on the time of year, if you shop around you can find tickets between $200 and $300 round-trip from Miami, Orlando or JFK.
Q: What is the climate like?
Average temperatures at mid-day range from 85° F in the winter months to 95° F in mid-summer. Nighttime temperatures are generally 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the average daytime temperature. You will not freeze; you will not fry!
Q: I have read there is much violence . . .
There are many violent deaths each year. Most of those are drug dealers killing each other and jealous lovers killing someone. Tourists have little to fear unless they mess with drugs or with other peoples' mates.
Q: What is the minimum drinking age?
18, with a valid ID. Same for the casinos.
Q: Where can I stay?
You can choose between camping areas, modestly priced hotels and country inns (paradores), and sinfully expensive suites at the top resorts.
Q: How can I rent a car/motorcycle?
You need a valid driver's license and a credit card. Get some maps; drive carefully. Rental cars are plentiful; bikes and motorbikes are hard to find.
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