San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan blends elements of the Old World (cobblestone streets and colonial architecture) with modern urban life (craft cocktails, contemporary dining, amazing shopping, and vibrant nightlife). Immerse yourself in the culture and explore the wealth of art, food, adventure, and beauty that is waiting to be discovered.
Areas:
Calle Loíza
Running parallel to Condado and Ocean Park, Calle Loíza is San Juan’s best-loved art and nightlife strip. Known as the “Avenue of the Arts,” Calle Loíza has its own unique creative stamp – revamped buildings emblazoned with street art house dozens of cafés, restaurants and artisan stores that channel Puerto Rico’s apoyololocal (shop local) movement. Walkable and buzzing day or night, Calle Loíza offers endless diversions for foodies and night owls.
Santurce
A historic farmers market that transforms after dark into one of the city’s top nightlife districts. This is where you'll find some of the city's top restaurants, including Chef José Santaella’s namesake, showcasing the island’s rich cultural influences through dishes such as pastels (pork wrapped in plantain-flour dough and cooked in banana leaves).
Stays:
Numero Uno Beach Hotel & Restaurant
Numero Uno Beach House is your bohemian boutique retreat on San Juan’s Ocean Park Beach. It brings world-class amenities to adventure’s doorstep, at an eco-friendly certified property punctuated by personalized service and amenities you won’t find anywhere else on the island.
Airbnb
I have found better deals on Airbnb versus some hotels.
Restaurants:
Acapulco Taquería Mexicana
Acapulco is a small fast casual, family owned, restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere. They offer a true and genuine outlook on Mexican food. Corner San Miguel & Loiza.
Tayzan
Tayzan specializes in a fusion of Chinese and Japanese cuisine.
Activities:
Condado Beach
Popular public beach with white sand, luxury hotels & a variety of outdoor bars & cafes nearby.
La Placita de Santurce
Street party at a marketplace by day that turns into San Juan’s hottest bar and restaurant scene by night.
Gyms:
Planet Fitness
A diverse, Judgement Free Zone where a lasting, active lifestyle can be built.
Desserts:
Anita Gelato Condado
Anita Gelato, the newest haven for gelato aficionados, has graced the streets of San Juan with its irresistible gelato creations. Anita Gelato invites you to indulge in a symphony of flavors, each scoop crafted with passion and expertise.
Cookie Plug
They have some thick cookie stacks, ice cream, and custom cookie cakes.
Drinks:
Kane Rum Bar
Top Rum and Cocktail Bar in the Caribbean. Modern and chick tikki Bar. 100 + Rum Labels, classic cocktails and creative tapas.
Solera Restaurant
Heat up your day and night at Solera, La Concha’s sophisticated open-air, multi-level terrace poolside restaurant. This San Juan restaurant serves deliciously light lunches and tapas, featuring a burger bar to tease your taste buds.
Festivities:
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