Culebra Blog

According to a report on the news this morning, many people are finding it harder to justify taking a vacation these days. Even when people do manage to escape the office it seems that people just can’t resist doing a little work from the road. This claim is further substantiated by Barry Lawrence of CareerBuilder whose research shows, “Working vacations are now the norm.”

Having spent the past five years living on Tortola in the British Virgin Islands, and now on Culebra, we see a lot of visitors that can’t quite seem to relax…and they are on vacation! So, whether it’s getting back to nature on a hike, or taking a dip at the very popular Flamenco Beach, Culebra has its own set of unique activities and environments that will help you slow down, loosen up, and actually enjoy being away from the office.

Here are some tips to help you unwind when you come down for your Culebra Caribbean vacation:

- leave your laptop at home
- go with the flow
- make a picnic and hike to one of the out of the way beaches
- spend a day doing absolutely nothing
- turn off your cell phone
- go kayaking
- try something completely different like snorkeling or better yet, get certified to dive
- take a leisurely stroll through town

For the burnt out worker on a vacation away from the office, Culebra Island, Puerto Rico features lots of different adventure activities for both the young and the young at heart. From exciting water and land-based activities like hiking a beach trail, camping at the water’s edge, or swimming at Zoni Beach if you can’t unwind and forget about work here you might just be in trouble.

Need a place to stay while you relax on Culebra? Try the Palmetto Guesthouse for friendly, personal service.

Share This

According to Gadling, the second addition of Rum and Reggae Puerto Rico is now available. According to the official Rum and Reggae website, “Rum & Reggae’s Puerto Rico, Including Culebra & Vieques will help you find and experience all the best of “La Isla del Encanto.” From the pulsating nightlife of San Juan (both gay and straight) and the architectural wonders of Old San Juan to the rain forests of El Yunque, the surf breaks of Rincón and the serenity of Culebra & Vieques, we are there, giving our own brand of critique for the savvy and in-the-know traveler.”

The writer’s description of Culebra Island (taken from the online highlight section) is very interesting and he states, “Culebra is a small and simple island. Politically part of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, it is light years away from the fast pace of San Juan. Although Spanish is the primary language here, English is spoken everywhere. The main village on the island is Dewey, named for Admiral George Dewey, an American hero of the Spanish-American War. This is where the ferry docks and where the post office and most of the commerce are located. There are only a few hundred guest/hotel rooms on the island, a few good restaurants, and no nightclubs, discos, or casinos. The pace is slow, slow, slow! Overall, one gets the impression that this is what the Caribbean used to be like. Indeed, Culebrenses - as residents are called - are very covetous of their way of life and are very suspect of any change.” I strongly agree with the last sentence of the highlight section where he says, “Culebra is one of the Caribbean’s best kept secrets.”

Share This

Culebra Island, Puerto Rico as we all know is a tiny unspoiled island located 17 miles east of Puerto Rico and 12 miles west of St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands). It measures about 7 miles long and 4 miles wide. Its total area, including surrounding cays, is 7700 acres. However, when you arrive on island you will want to be able to travel at your own pace, get around, sightsee, and go to the beach and as such, renting a car might be an option. As stated on this site before, it is NOT recommended to rent a car on Puerto Rico and then try to take it to Culebra on the cargo ferry. You are strongly recommended to come to Culebra and rent your vehicle here and please make sure to follow your chosen rental agent’s policy on vehicle damage and driving on poor roads:

CARS
Willy’s Jeep Rental    787-742-3537
Carlos Jeep Rental    787-742-3514
Jerry’s Jeeps    787-742-0587 
Dick & Cathie’s Jeep Rental    787-742-0062

If you prefer to bike or scooter around the island the following companies can assist you:

SCOOTERS
Culebra Scooter Rental    787-742-0195

BICYCLES
Culebra Bicycles    787-742-2209
Dick & Cathie’s Bicycle Rental    787-742-0062

This post is brought to you by the Palmetto Guesthouse offering friendly hotel accommodation on Culebra.

Share This