Review
". . . explores the places that make Puerto Rico unique." --Chicago Tribune (praise for a previous edition)
Review
". . . explores the places that make Puerto Rico unique." --Chicago Tribune (praise for a previous edition)
Book Description
Discover the hidden charms of la isla del encanto, "the enchanted island," from rooftop restaurants and colonial architecture in Old San Juan to roadside barbecued chicken stands and the beaches along the slower-paced southern coast. Outdoor adventures and city explorations are all covered in this in-depth guide for adventurous travelers.
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For travelers looking to avoid the crowd, this guide will help them discover the unique "must-see" attractions of Puerto Rico. Go beyond the usual tourist attractions to discover such hidden treasures as La Casita, Caribbean National Forest, or Desecheo Island. Whatever you do when you get to Puerto Rico, get off the interstate-and take this book with you! (5 1/2" X 8 1/2", 176 pages, maps, index, illustrations, lists)
From the Back Cover
Whatever you do when you travel, get off the main road. Get into the heart of things with Globe Pequot's Off the Beaten Path series. Devoted to travelers with a taste for the unique, this easy-to-use guide helps you discover the hidden places in Puerto Rico that most tourists miss - unsung, unspoiled, and out-of-the-way finds that liven up a vacation to this Caribbean Isle.
About the Author
Tina Cohen is a librarian, educator, and writer. Fluent in Spanish, she lives in Deerfield, Massachusetts, and has traveled extensively to Puerto Rico.
John Marino is city editor at the San Juan Star. The San Juan resident writes about Puerto Rico and the Caribbean for many publications.
Puerto Rico Off the Beaten Path: A Guide to Unique Places FROM THE PUBLISHER
Discover the hidden charms of la isla del encanto, "the enchanted island," from rooftop restaurants and colonial architecture in Old San Juan to roadside barbecued chicken stands and the beaches along the slower-paced southern coast. Outdoor adventures and city explorations are all covered in this in-depth guide for adventurous travelers.
SYNOPSIS
Discover the hidden charms of la isla del encanto, "the enchanted island," from rooftop restaurants and colonial architecture in Old San Juan to roadside barbecued chicken stands and the beaches along the slower-paced southern coast. Outdoor adventures and city explorations are all covered in this in-depth guide for adventurous travelers.