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  2. Where to Learn The Dances of Puerto Rico
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    … rather than the other way around. Plena, on the other hand, is folk music with both Spanish and African roots and some influence from Bomba. The music is played on hand drums of different sizes, called panderetas; güiros, …

    Two men dance with local dancers in Pinones, Puerto Rico

    Piñones, an area just east of San Juan that is famed for its seaside food kiosks and colorful local culture.
  3. Florida
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    … They’ve also won the title for the north and metro areas a handful of times over the past several years. Join the ranks …

    Florida is known as the “Land of the Enchanted River”, due to its striking beauty. 

    Florida is known as the “Land of the Enchanted River,” due to its striking beauty. 
  4. A Guide to Renting Vans & Wheelchairs in Puerto Rico
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    … wheelchair-accessible van rentals with features like hand controls, transfer seats, steering knobs, lowered …

    Whether you prefer to travel in a private, wheelchair-accessible van or with a motorized wheelchair, you can enjoy accessible travel in Puerto Rico on your own terms.

    There are several local businesses throughout the Island that offer wheelchair-accessible vans. 
  5. Culinary Experiences for Groups
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    … will also be able to browse different local artisans and hand pick their own gifts. Even if you have a very large … to chinchorros (rustic bars), can be overwhelming. DMCs handpick the best spots for you; some will even include a … will also be able to browse different local artisans and hand pick their own gifts. Even if you have a very large …

    A dish of chicken stuffed mofongo.

    Visitors will love tasting the unique gastronomy of the Island.
  6. El Yunque National Forest
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    … to prevent falls. This means always keeping either two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand on a secure surface when climbing or navigating uneven … to prevent falls. This means always keeping either two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand on a secure …

  7. A Guide to Traditional Puerto Rican Music
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    … sticks), and the bomba barrel, a large drum played with the hands. In bomba performances, there is a dynamic interaction … influences. The traditional instruments include panderos (hand drums of different sizes), guitar, cuatro (the …

    People playing music in Old San Juan.

    The energy of the Boricuas is vibrant.
  8. LGBTQ+ Guide to Rincón
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    … Where to Drink x2 Rincón knows how to party! There are a handful of standout spots to grab a drink, so whether you … Rincon Beer Co.   Sip on local draft beers, including a handful brewed in-house. The Rincon Beer Company hosts live … for Gems at El Bazar Thrift Shop Like every great secondhand store, El Bazar is a wall-to-wall patchwork of anything …

    A lesbian couple enjoys the beach in Rincón.
  9. Bio Bays
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    … for paddling, as most bays use kayaks. DON'T wear lotions, hand creams, sunscreens, or any products that could cause …

    Bio bay at La Parguera
  10. Guaynabo
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    … centers like Plaza Guaynabo and Plaza Real also feature a handful of retail outposts. Dining The dining scene in …

    View of a fountain at Guaynabo's central plaza.

    Guaynabo's main town square.