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Recently we had some guests visiting one of the beaches here on Culebra and while they were there a nest of about 60-100 sea turtle hatchlings decided to hatch and pursue their evolutionary path down towards the ocean.

Turtle hatchlings photo 1.
 

Sea turtle hatchlings photo 2.

Culebra sea turtle hatchlings photo 3.

Sea turtle hatchlings 4.

Culebra turtle hatchling 5.

 Culebra sea turtle hatchlings 6.

I can tell you that the people who were lucky enough to witness this completely unexpected event went home from their Culebra vacation VERY happy.

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A couple of weeks ago we finally had a little bit of free time and wound up hiking down to Resaca Beach. Here are a couple of photos.

Here is an aerial shot of some popular north coast Culebra beaches.

Resaca from the air.

Here is the start the start of the Resaca trail.

The Resaca trail, which is not as well demarcated as the Brava trail.

Leaving the trail and heading out onto Resaca Beach.

Resaca Beach looking east.

If you are interested in hiking down to Resaca, or any of Culebra’s other great beaches, please consider staying with us at the Palmetto Guesthouse.

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Buzzing around the net this morning I came across an interesting article about Culebra by Jeremy W. Peters over at the New Times Online, “A Tropical Getaway in Puerto Rico That’s Also a Bargain.”

As new resorts and high-end developments continue their march across the Caribbean, it is getting ever harder to find a place that hasn’t priced out travelers on a budget. But Culebra, a tiny island halfway between St. Thomas and Puerto Rico, still clings hard to its peaceful origins. It’s the kind of place where Carnival and Royal Caribbean don’t visit, the Four Seasons can’t be found, and you really have to work hard to spend more than $200 a night on a hotel room.

 If you would like to read the whole article click on the link above.

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We went out to Zoni Beach a week ago and it appears as though someone has been doing a “beach art” installation out there…Apologies, I don’t know who did the art so I can’t credit the person.

Zoni Beach Art 1

Zoni Beach Art 2

Zoni Beach Art 3

Zoni Beach Art 4

Zoni Beach Art 5

Finally, two amazing Culebra stray dogs (Satos) need a good home. They are a mother and puppy pair known as Salty and Pepper who have both been fixed, and it would be best if they went to the same home.

I can tell you that they are both extremely well behaved, GREAT with people and kids, and would make a fantastic addition to any loving family. For more information please contact Jill Buckingham at jillbuckingham723@yahoo.com.

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Today I have the pleasure of posting some GREAT pictures that were submitted by Aidan Wood. Aidan was a guest of ours a couple of weeks ago and he is quite a talented photographer.

Playa Flamenco and Culebra from the plane.

Playa Flamenco Tank Compliments of the Navy

Rainbow at Playa Flamenco

Playa Flamenco Conch Shell

Tree

We are always happy to post up pictures, so if you have visited Culebra and would like to see your photos online just send me an email using the form on the Contact page.

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Well, it has been a crazy “busy” season for us so far, but the other day we managed to sneak away for a little walk down the trail to Carlos Rosario Beach. The weather was absolutely perfect early in the morning when we went. Here are a couple of photos for you to enjoy, especially if it is snowing where you are

 This is the entrance to Carlos Rosario beach here on Culebra Island, Puerto Rico.

 This is the trail that leads to Carlos Rosario beach here on Culebra.

A nice vista on the hike.

Warning - don’t step on these thorns as you walk to Carlos Rosario beach.

Here it is - Carlos Rosario beach.

Then, of course, you have to walk back out which is approximately 25 minutes…

Here is a nice flower we noticed on our way back to the car.

Don’t forget to say goodbye to the security guards.

Would you like to escape the cold and maybe do a nice walk to Carlos Rosario, or to any of our other fine beaches here on Culebra? Consider staying with us at the Palmetto Guesthouse.

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One of the nicest things about being on Culebra is the many hikes, walks, and outdoor activities that are available. Hiking to Brava Beach is by far one of the most fun things you can do on a trip here.

Yesterday, we had a guest that did not want to go to Flamenco Beach for a fourth day in a row, so we told him that we would walk to Brava with him.

If you are reasonably fit you shouldn’t have any problems doing this walk. The hike in takes about twenty five minutes and is best done in sneakers or Tevas because the trail can get a little muddy.

 Remember to bring any water or food along with you because once you get down there you will most likely be the only people and there are no kiosks. Below are some photos from our hike:

The start of the walk to Brava, just park on the side of the road and start hiking.

The beginning of the trail to Brava Beach:

Walking the Brava Beach trail. 

Coming up to the beach, as seen in the distance (boy is that nicer than looking out the window and seeing a driveway full of snow!).

FINALLY - Brava Beach Culebra, Puerto Rico.

If you have had enough of the cold, come on down to Culebra!!

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Because the northeast has been having quite a run of cold, snowy weather lately, I thought it would be a good time to post about ‘Ten Things You Could Be Doing on Culebra Instead of Shoveling Snow:’

1. Snorkel at Carlos Rosario & marvel at the fish & corals
2. Hike to Brava Beach & have the beach all to yourself
3. Take a boat ride to Culebrita with a picnic & cooler
4. Watch the sunset at Melones & drink in the view
5. Have a pina colada here in the Caribbean
6. Lounge in the sun at Zoni Beach & relax the day away
7. Boogie board at Flamenco Beach & catch some fun waves
8. Search for seaside treasures/shells on Tamarindo Beach
9. Explore the outer Cays & Isles on a scuba trip
10. Make a sandcastle (not a snowman :))

 The weather has been a perfect 85 degrees lately with a nice breeze and no rain. Come down and visit if you can…

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Heading back to Culebra.

Come on down, the weather has been great lately!

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Are you stuck at work? Is it cold and miserable?

image source: Palmetto Culebra FLICKR

Come to Culebra for a swim. No wetsuit required, fins and snorkel optional.

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