20 Dec, 2007
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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28 Nov, 2007
Thought I would snap some pictures this morning on our daily dog walk to Flamenco Beach and for those of you someplace cold the weather was perfect on Culebra today!
The photo below is the view from the road as we walked towards Flamenco.
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After walking the 1.5 miles from the Palmetto Guesthouse this is the view that greeted us at Flamenco Beach.
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Here is a Flamenco Beach palm tree…much better than snow!
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Last, but not least, walking back from the beach.
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27 Oct, 2007
Are you traveling to Culebra in the near future? Would you like to be able to access the internet? Have you booked your Culebra hotel or accommodation yet? Well, this is a little weekend shameless self-promotion! At the Palmetto Guesthouse our visitors enjoy WIFI (wireless) connectivity for a minimal fee if they have traveled with their own laptop. Or, if you don’t want to deal with the hassle of carrying your computer with you on vacation our guests are welcome to use our dedicated desktop for surfing the web, or checking email, complete with honor system payment coconut.
If you are coming to Culebra for vacation and would like to have FREE access to the internet then consider staying with us here at the Palmetto Guesthouse on Culebra Puerto Rico.
Have any Culebra specific questions? Send us an email via the Contact page, or give us a call 787.742.0257 and we will try to assist.
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22 Oct, 2007
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.”
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1 Oct, 2007
Today, Monday October 1, 2007 the State Department, along with the Department of Homeland Security, will require ALL Americans to have a passport when returning by plane from the Caribbean (Mexico and Canada, as well) in an initiative called, “Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.” Many people have had major difficulty trying to get their passport on time and some folks have even had to cancel their vacation all together like this woman on CNN.
If you have been dreaming about coming to the Caribbean but don’t want to deal with the delay, expense, and hassle of getting a passport then Culebra is the perfect choice for you. If you are a US citizen you do NOT need to have a passport to come down here for a visit. Flamenco Beach, one of the nicest beaches in the Caribbean is only a plane ride or ferry ticket away…and you can take the $75.00 that you would have spent on getting a passport and instead you can have a nice meal out while you are here.
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24 Sep, 2007
Recently, many people have emailed enquiring about the ferry times for Culebra, Puerto Rico. For persons traveling from Culebra to Fajardo or Fajardo to Culebra, on September 24, 2007 these times were accurate…If I hear of changes or revisions I will post an update.
Passenger Boat Schedule
Monday thru Sunday
Fajardo to Culebra: 9:00 am, 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Culebra to Fajardo: 6:30 am, 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Cargo Ferry Schedule
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
Fajardo to Culebra: 4:00 am & 4:30 pm
Culebra to Fajardo: 7:00 am & 6:00 pm
Wednesday & Friday
Fajardo to Culebra: 4:00 am, 9:30 am & 4:30 pm
Culebra to Fajardo: 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 6:00 pm
Remember – always CALL to confirm:
Ferry Port (Fajardo) – (787) 863-0705 – (787) 860-2005 – 1 800 981-2005 (toll free)
Ferry Port (Culebra) – (787) 742-3161
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20 Sep, 2007
Located in between Puerto Rico and St. Thomas, Culebra is truly one of the best kept American secrets.Within the coming months the CulebraBlog will be providing information on Culebra’s beaches, Culebra’s activities, Culebra’s accommodation, Culebra’s history, and also important, we will be writing about what it is like to live on this island paradise.
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