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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Whether you’re looking for local travel tips or easy guides to help you explore the island, the Marco Polo Collection’s blog is full of ideas to elevate your next stay in Puerto Rico. Browse the latest entries below…
Discover San Juan’s top events in summer 2025
From Def Leppard’s arena rock return on May 15 to a rare symphonic tribute to Héctor Lavoe on August 3, Puerto Rico’s summer calendar spans genres, generations, and stages. In between, you’ll find a flamenco-fueled concert by the Gipsy Kings (May 25), the islandwide...
Ocean Park: San Juan’s Effortlessly Cool Beach Neighborhood
No big hotel chains—just a long stretch of beach, a buzzing food scene, and a crowd that prefers things local. Ocean Park has always been a haven in the midst of the city: a laid-back, beachfront enclave where mid-century homes, guesthouses, and open-air cafés now sit...
Discover Two Coastal Destinations in Puerto Rico: Bahia Beach & Luquillo
Some travelers want private beaches and curated cocktails. Others prefer flip-flops, fish tacos, and a surfboard in hand. Luckily, our Marco Polo Travelers have options with two destinations east of San Juan—Bahía Beach and Luquillo. A short drive from each other,...
Savor Puerto Rico Cup by Cup: A Coffee Lover’s Guide
Puerto Rico's coffee heritage runs deep, once supplying beans so prized they were served at European royal courts and the Vatican—a gilded legacy now vaunted by premier island brands like Alto Grande. Closer to home, full-service panaderías (bakeries) have been the...
6 Culinary Hot Spots in San Juan, Puerto Rico
The hip neighborhood of Santurce has become San Juan’s culinary epicenter, where chefs blend tradition with innovation across lively food parks, intimate eateries, and chef-driven kitchens. From James Beard Award-winning talent to inventive new openings, here are six...
72 hours in Isla Verde: Our Guide for The Perfect Long Weekend
Isla Verde has long been a gateway to Puerto Rico’s beaches, nightlife, and culture. Its transformation began in the 1950s with the opening of Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) and the debut of the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in 1958, attracting icons like...
Discover San Juan’s top events in summer 2025
From Def Leppard’s arena rock return on May 15 to a rare symphonic tribute to Héctor Lavoe on August 3, Puerto Rico’s summer calendar spans genres, generations, and stages. In between, you’ll find a flamenco-fueled concert by the Gipsy Kings (May 25), the islandwide...
Ocean Park: San Juan’s Effortlessly Cool Beach Neighborhood
No big hotel chains—just a long stretch of beach, a buzzing food scene, and a crowd that prefers things local. Ocean Park has always been a haven in the midst of the city: a laid-back, beachfront enclave where mid-century homes, guesthouses, and open-air cafés now sit...
Discover Two Coastal Destinations in Puerto Rico: Bahia Beach & Luquillo
Some travelers want private beaches and curated cocktails. Others prefer flip-flops, fish tacos, and a surfboard in hand. Luckily, our Marco Polo Travelers have options with two destinations east of San Juan—Bahía Beach and Luquillo. A short drive from each other,...
Savor Puerto Rico Cup by Cup: A Coffee Lover’s Guide
Puerto Rico's coffee heritage runs deep, once supplying beans so prized they were served at European royal courts and the Vatican—a gilded legacy now vaunted by premier island brands like Alto Grande. Closer to home, full-service panaderías (bakeries) have been the...
6 Culinary Hot Spots in San Juan, Puerto Rico
The hip neighborhood of Santurce has become San Juan’s culinary epicenter, where chefs blend tradition with innovation across lively food parks, intimate eateries, and chef-driven kitchens. From James Beard Award-winning talent to inventive new openings, here are six...
72 hours in Isla Verde: Our Guide for The Perfect Long Weekend
Isla Verde has long been a gateway to Puerto Rico’s beaches, nightlife, and culture. Its transformation began in the 1950s with the opening of Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) and the debut of the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in 1958, attracting icons like...