If you’re even thinking of being in Puerto Rico, check out the rest of our Desti-NATION Puerto Rico travel guide. It’s stacked with expert advice from locals on what to eat, where to go, and what to do on the Island of Enchantment.
Puerto Rico is ready for you. The island has largely recovered from the damage brought by Hurricane Maria in 2017, and its beauty is back in full bloom. For such a small island Puerto Rico packs a mighty punch, nature-wise — it has not one, but three bioluminescent bays, plus the only tropical rainforest in the United States, El Yunque.
And then there are the beaches. Puerto Rico has some of the most spectacular stretches of sand found anywhere in the world, from pristine, white sand beaches to coral-rich snorkeling havens to secluded spots where you can play Cast Away. Here are five of the best beaches you shouldn’t miss when visiting Puerto Rico.
