El Capitolio

El Capitolio is the former state capitol of Havana (Capitolio Nacional de La Habana) and one of the top sights to visit in Cuba.

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El Capitolio is located in the center of Havana (Centro Habana) and resembles very much Washington DC’s capitol. It’s open to the public for guided tours which take you around the lavishly decorated rooms of the Capitolio including the House of Representatives and Senate chambers.

Castillo de la Real Fuerza (Royal Force Castle)

The Castillo de la Real Fuerza is located in La Havana and it’s also one of the top historic sights to visit in Cuba as it’s an 18th century castle fortress turned into a maritime museum.

The Castillo de la Real Fuerza boasts lots of interesting artifacts on display such as model boats, navigational aids and weather cocks. You can also watch a short film about life at sea on an 18th century ship, as well as enjoy lovely views of Havana Harbor from the top level of the castle.

Bellamar Cave (Cuevas de Bellamar)

Bellamar Cave is located about a mile from the city of Matanzas and it’s another attraction worth adding to your list of sights to visit in Cuba. If you’re staying in a hotel resort in Varadero, a tour of the caverns of Bellamar make for an interesting and fun day away from the beach.

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By the way, if you using car rental and plan to visit the caves independently you may also past by the city of Matanzas to do a bit of exploring there and visit El Mirador de Monserrate, which is the highest point in the city where you can get the best views of the city and Yumuri Valley in the distance.

Crocodile Farm & Treasure Lagoon

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Crocodile Farm (Criadero de Crocodilos) and Treasure Lagoon (Laguna del Tesoro) are two other interesting sights to visit in Cuba so be sure to add them to your itinerary. The crocodile farm is located nearby Treasure Lagoon (roughly half-way between Jaguey Grande and Playa Larga).

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Treasure Lagoon is just a short drive from the Crocodile Farm and it’s also worth passing by to see the charming replica of a Taino Village (Guama Village). Besides the village, you can enjoy lots of fun water activities on the lake such as kayaking and boating excursions.

Cienaga de Zapata National Park

Cienaga de Zapata National Park is the largest natural reserve in the Caribbean and it’s without a doubt one of the most popular sights to visit in Cuba for wildlife viewing. You can enjoy lots of bird watching, photograph wildlife, enjoy a bit of hiking as well as snorkeling, swimming and diving on the park’s stunning beaches.

Old Havana

Old Havana or La Habana Vieja is without a doubt, one of the most popular sights to visit in Cuba which isn't surprising because Old Havana really boasts a unique charm and most amazing atmosphere like nowhere else in Cuba . Old Havana is certainly the soul of Cuba and one of the best spots in the country to get a feel of the real Cuba.

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There are lots of sightseeing you can do in Old Havana both with organized tours and on foot, though organized walking tours are one of the best ways to see the main sights, marvel at the colonial buildings and learn about the heritage of Old Havana. Must see sights in Old Havana include Havana Cathedral, Museo de Bellas Artes, Castillo de San Salvador de la Punta, Museo de la Revolucion, and El Malecon which is a 2-mile promenade that runs along most of Havana Harbor and offers nice views of the sea.

Cayo Guillermo

If you’re looking for stunning beaches in Cuba, you’ll want to include Cayo Guillermo in Cayo Coco on your list of sights to visit in Cuba. Cayo Guillermo boasts some of the of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean - Playa Larga and Playa Pilar (Pilar Beach), which boasts some of the softest and purest white powder sand you'd ever see!

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The Bahamas is not only one of the top cruise destinations in the world but also one of the most popular vacation spots in the Caribbean for a beach vacation.

If you’re wondering where to go in the Bahamas, we’ve compiled a nice list with the best destinations in Bahamas:

Nassau

Nassau is the heart of the Bahamas and it’s no doubt one of the top destinations in the Bahamas to enjoy a fun vacation with the family.

There are lots to see and do in Nassau such as shopping for Androsia Batik fabrics and buying local goods such as coach handbags and ceramics from the Straw Market, which is the biggest open-air market in the Bahamas.

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Nassau is also a great place for sightseeing as it boasts a handful of historical sites such as the Queen’s Staircase, Christopher Columbus monument and ancient caves.


Besides shopping and checking out historical sites, Nassau is one of the best places in the Bahamas for enjoying fun activities such as swimming with dolphins (in the Blue Lagoon), segway rides, and half-day catamaran excursions.

Bimini Island

Bimini Island is one of the smallest of the Bahamas islands, though when it comes to a relaxing vacation Bimini Island has to be one of the top destinations in the Bahamas!

The Bimini island is a great retreat for a quite beach vacation with the family, as well as a popular spot for reef snorkeling and sport fishing.

Bimini island is fairly secluded place but it's easily accessible by boat or small plane so it’s worth visiting the island for a couple days, if just to soak in a bit of paradise.

Andros Island

Andros Island is without a doubt, one of the top destinations in the Bahamas for ecotourism activities such as trekking, wildlife viewing, and cave diving.

In fact, Andros Island is one of the best diving destinations in the world as it boasts the largest and most stunning barrier reefs in the world.

If you are planning a diving vacation in the Bahamas, Andros Island is definitely the best place to be as there are many tour operators offering diving lessons, wreck diving and guided scuba diving tours to Andros' barrier reef and blue holes.

By the way, Andros Island is also home to the Androsia Batik Factory where the famous Androsia fabrics are made, so be sure to pass by to enjoy an interesting factory tour at Fresh Creek, and purchase personalized Androsia fabrics.

Freeport

Freeport is without a doubt, one of the top destinations in the Bahamas and one of the best places in the Bahamas to enjoy a fun and exciting vacation.

Freeport boasts casinos, golf courses and great hotel resorts such as the Old Bahama Bay, The Sheraton, the Westing and pelican Bay.

Freeport is also a great place to base a vacation in the Bahamas as there are plenty of tour operators offering cave and kayaking tours to nearby Lucayan national park.

From Freeport you'll be able to also book fun jeep safari tours that will take you to Grand Bahamas’ famous blue holes, and other top attractions such as the Garden of the Groves where you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon viewing plants and wildlife.

Lucayan National Park

Lucayan National Park is about 15 miles from Freeport and it’s without a doubt, one of the top destinations in the Bahamas for outdoor activities such as cave diving, bird spotting, cave tours, guided nature walks, kayaking and snorkeling.

In Lucayan National Park, you’ll also be able to enjoy a bit of swimming and relaxing as the park is home great beaches such as Gold Rock beach, which is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean.

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San Juan PR is undoubtedly, one of the top cruise destinations from the US, and one of the top vacation spots in the Caribbean to enjoy an amazing trip!

Read on to find out more about San Juan’s top places to visit:

Puerto Rico Tourism Company

If you’re visiting San Juan for the first time, one of the first places to visit in San Juan Puerto Rico it’s Puerto Rico Tourism Company (located along Paseo de La Princesa).

Puerto Rico Tourism Company is a lovely tourist’s center where you can plan your itinerary of things to see in San Juan and interesting places to visit in Puerto Rico. The tourist center has a ton of info on San Juan attractions, events, accommodation options and tours, as well as tourist maps of San Juan.

Old San Juan District

Old San Juan is without a doubt, one of the most popular places to visit in San Juan Puerto Rico, which isn't surprising since many of San Juan's top attractions are located alone on this quarter!

If you’re only visiting San Juan for a short stay, Old San Juan would be the first place to explore since one of the top places to visit in San Juan Puerto Rico - La Fortaleza - is located there.

La Fortaleza (The Fortress) is the oldest building and it's the residence of Puerto Rico's Governor. La Fortaleza is easily the most beautiful building in Puerto Rico, and admission entry costs $3, which includes a free guided tour of the fortress areas such as parts of El Morro and secret dungeons.

After visiting La Fortaleza, be sure to take a walk along the beautiful promenade called “Paseo de La Princesa”, which runs parallel La Fortaleza.

The Paseo La Princesa promenade offers stunning ocean views and features many other points of interests such as the bronze statue of Roots Fountain, restaurants and Puerto Rico Tourist Center.

Other places to visit in Old San Juan include:

-Cathedral of San Juan Bautista: is a beautiful church and one of the oldest landmarks in Puerto Rico. Inside it, you'l find the tomb of Juan Ponce de Leon.

-Plaza de Armas: is Old San Juan’s main square, and the best place in the old district to catch live entertainment and take lots of photos. The square is also surrounded by lots of bars and restaurants and the city’s town hall.

-San Juan National Historical Site: is without a doubt, one of the top places to visit in San Juan Puerto Rico to learn about the history of the city, and the best thing of all is free admission!

Among things to do in San Juan National Historical Site include taking guided tours of Castillo de San Cristobal (St Christopher Fortress) where you’ll be able to enjoy lovely views of the sea, as well as enjoy a picnic.

-San Juan Museum (Museo de San Juan): is another nice place to learn about the history and heritage of San Juan in an interactive way through paintings and visual artworks.

-Museo de Pablo Casals: is small little house owned by Pablo Casals. It's been turned now into a museum and it's another nice place to see interesting artifacts and old memorabilia.

-Plaza Colon (Columbus Square): is another top attraction in Old San Juan worth checking out to see the statue of Christopher Columbus.

-Port of San Juan: is worth strolling by while in Old San Juan if you want to see the cruise ship terminals.

Lastly, a visit to Old San Juan wouldn’t be complete without enjoying a bit of shopping. There are many shops in Old San Juan to visit where you can buy hand made jewellery. Some of these include Puerto Rican Arts & Crafts and Butterfly People, which are located nearby Plaza de Armas.

The Cigar House of Puerto Rico is another popular spot to buy Puerto Rican cigars and liquor.

Downtown San Juan

Museum of Art of Puerto Rico

The Museum of Art of Puerto Rico is one of the most highly regarded attractions in Puerto Rico. If you’re an art lover, this attraction is a must add on your list of places to visit in San Juan Puerto Rico.

The Museum of Art of Puerto Rico boasts many collections and exhibitions on display, and the best of all is that you’ll be able to enjoy guided tours in English if you want to learn about the artists.

Casa Bacardi

Casa Bacardi (Bacardi Factory) is one of the most popular places to enjoy a tour in Puerto Rico, especially since touring the Bacardi Factory is free of charge!

Casa Bacardi isn’t located in San Juan, but in Cataño, which is about 15 minutes drive southwest of San Juan PR.

If you’re planning to use car rental, Casa Bacardi is another great attraction worth adding on your list of places to visit in San Juan Puerto Rico.

Even if you don’t plan to rent a car, Casa Bacardi is still worth checking out since you can jump on taxi or catch the ferry from Port of San Juan to Cataño which costs about $2.

If you can’t make it to Cataño, or don’t fancy the trip to Casa Bacardi, you can always enjoy a tour of the Bacardi Rum Distillery is downtown San Juan.

The tour of the Bacardi Rum Distillery in San Juan isn’t free, though it’s great to do if you’re interested in the history of Bacardi, seeing and buying Bacardi memorabilia. By the way, at the end of the tour you do get free drinks, which is nice!

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Wondering what to see and do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico?

Whether you’re planning a vacation to Aguadilla, or a day trip, there is no doubt that the city of Aguadilla is one of the most popular places to visit in Puerto Rico.

Aguadilla is a seaside city located on the western coast of Puerto Rico and it's one of the best beach vacation destinations in Puerto Rico.

In fact, Aguadilla boasts stunning beaches and weather that it isn't surprising why Aguadilla is one of the top vacation spots in the Caribbean for a fun packed beach vacation!

Beach activities and water sports are, undoubtedly, two of the most popular things to do in Aguadilla, though they’re not the only thing to do there since Aguadilla is home to many interesting places to visit like lighthouses and parks. Find below more details on places to visit and top things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico:


Recreational Activities

Water sports and water activities such as surfing, fishing trips, jet skiing, kayaking, snorkeling, diving and banana boat rides are popular things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico; and the good news is that there are plenty of reputable tour operators to choose from.

Aguadilla Adventure Tours in Aguadilla and West Paradise Water Sports are two good places in Aguadilla where you can enjoy jet skiing, kayaking and banana boat rides.

Diving & Snorkeling

If you’re looking for diving schools, snorkeling and diving tours, there are many good dive shops, and literary hundreds of rental shops to choose from in Aguadilla such as ‘El Rincon’ Surf Shop, Acquatica, and Villa Montana Beach Resort.

As far as diving schools is concerned, there are handful to choose from. They include:

-La Cueva Submarina in Jobos Beach (20 minutes drive northeast Aguadilla)
-Puerto Rico Technical Diving Center (10 minutes drive north of Aguadilla)
-Taino Divers in Rincon (just 20 minutes drive south of Aguadilla)

All of the three diving shops mentioned above are good dive shops where not only you can rent scuba diving gear, but also get diving classes and lessons from PADI certified trainers.

If you’re looking for charter rental, Taino Divers is one good place to charter a boat for a scuba diving and fishing trip.

Surfing

The western coast of Puerto Rico is known as the surfing mecca of the island, so as you can imagine surfing is another of the popular things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico.

If you do plan on surfing in Aguadilla, you’ll get the best consistent waves between October and April, which is when the surfing season in Puerto Rico actually kicks in.

The best places to find good surfing spots are located along the northwestern coast of Puerto Rico and include:

-Crashboat Beach and Wilderness Beach in Aguadilla
-Surfer Beach in Punta Borinquen
-Jobos Beach and Shacks Beach located between Aguacate and Isabela.

Sightseeing

Sightseeing is another popular thing to do in Aguadilla PR, and you’ll be glad to know that Aguadilla boasts many fun and interesting places to visit such as:

Parque de Colon

Visiting Parque de Colon (Columbus Park) is one of the things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico as it boasts a memorial to Columbus.

Columbus Park is also a popular place to visit in Aguadilla with kids since it also boasts a nice kid’s playing area complete with a rideable miniature railroad. Columbus Park is located 20 minutes walk south of the Aguadilla downtown area.

Parque Las Cascadas

If you’re looking for more fun things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico, be sure to add Parque (park) Las Cascadas to your list of places to visit in Aguadilla.

Parque Las Cascadas is located adjacent Luis Canena Marquez Estado(stadium), and it’s home to the Cascadas Waterpark which boasts many fun water rides, kid’s play areas and toboggans.

Aguadilla Tourist Center

If you’re visiting Aguadilla for the first time, be sure to pass by Aguadilla tourist center in the Town Hall to grab info on Aguadilla events, free maps, etc.

A.I.S.A.

A.I.S.A. is Aguadilla’s ice skating arena and another place to add to your list of fun things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico.

You can enjoy ice skating and arcade games at A.I.S.A. anytime as it opens all year around. By the way, A.I.S.A. is located on the way to Columbus Park, just past Yumet Avenue.

El Merendero Point

El Merendero is without a doubt, one of the most popular spots to visit in Aguadilla, especially for a romantic evening catching a sunset.

El Merendero is also one of the best vantage points in Aguadilla as it offers great views of the city and stunning views of Aguadilla Bay.

Punta Borinquen

Punta Borinquen isn’t located in Aguadilla, though it’s worth passing by if you’re not pushed for time.

Punta Borinquen is located about an hour’s drive from Aguadilla but it’s worth the trip since not only you will get to see the ruins of the former Punta Borinquen lighthouse, but also enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Shopping

Street shopping is a popular pastime in Aguadilla, and visiting a farmer’s market is one the popular things to do in Aguadilla Puerto Rico.

One of the most popular farmer’s markets is called ‘La Tierra Prometida’ where you will be able to buy inexpensive local produce, sample tasty baked goods and mingle with the locals.

Aguadilla also boasts a large shopping center, though the best souvenir shopping in Aguadilla is done on the smaller shops such as Tienda Sesto, which sells goods such as clothes, leather bags, hats, and many more items ideal for gift shopping.

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