During the month of June we had two fantastic couples get engaged while staying with us here at the Palmetto. First, we had Ryan and Najla get engaged at Carlos Rosario beach after a day of snorkeling.
And, this past week Dan and Michelle got engaged at Zoni Beach.
We wish both couples tremendous joy, happiness, and success!
IronMan 70.3 San Juan, Puerto Rico will be taking place on March 19, 2011. The IronMan San Juan race will consist of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike and a 13.1-mile run, which adds up to 70.3 miles of total racing.
According to Steve Meckfessel, WTC’s chief operations officer, “We are thrilled to kick-off next year’s North America racing season with Ironman 70.3 San Juan.”
Additionally, Steve added, “San Juan provides breathtaking, natural and historic beauty, high-profile event venues and race routes, and accessibility from the U.S. and major international markets. The race will complement existing 70.3 events in the region, including Ironman 70.3 St. Croix and Ironman 70.3 Miami.”
What better place to come for a quick training before the race, or to relax after, than Culebra Island. We have many great running locations, swimming areas, and biking routes.
For additional Culebra Island information, get in touch with us here at the Palmetto Guesthouse. For more Puerto Rico information, checkout Visit-the-Coqui.
The travel section of the Boston Globe prominently featured Culebra (and the Palmetto Guesthouse) on its front page story today, “Seeking Sun & Savings.”
Author Patricia Borns writes:
“For heat on the cheap, we scoured the warm zone for destinations with great packages, or lodging options under $130 a night, and recent round-trip airfares from Boston under $450. Then we applied our rating system: high scores for barefoot simplicity, debits for resort crowds. And the winners are . . .”
You can read the full article here: Seeking Sun & Savings
If you want to escape the cold northeast and checkout Culebra’s fine beaches like Flamenco, Brava, and Zoni then give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse.
Matt D. recently stayed with us at the Palmetto Guesthouse and he took some amazing photos around Culebra:
Culebrita Island Shorebreak
Culebrita Island Cactus
Culebra Island Iguana Eating Lunch
Playa Tortuga on Culebrita Island
If you would like to come to Culebra Island and take your own photos, give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse.
Bob M. and his wife recently stayed with us at the Palmetto Guesthouse and took these fabulous photos of Zoni Beach.
Zoni Beach — looking west.
Zoni Beach — looking east.
Zoni Beach — beautiful water!
Bob — enjoying a BLT lunch after Zoni Beach.
Our little island has always been a low-key paradise and hotels on Culebra are not much different.
Most people come to Culebra for the beach, nature, and to escape the hustle and stress of their everyday lives.
Culebra hotel accommodations tend to be located in neighborhoods (where you will most certainly hear dogs barking, roosters crowing, and children playing) and are of the guesthouse, INN, and B&B variety.
If you are ready for a well deserved (and affordable) break, give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse.
We will pick you up and drop you off when you arrive, provide amazing complimentary coffee in the mornings, and include everything you’ll need for the beach (snorkel gear, beach towels & chairs, and even coolers).
Also, we are rated number one by your fellow travelers on – Palmetto Reviews on TripAdvisor.
Since I am going on vacation soon, I that thought it would only make sense to give you some pictures of Culebra’s beaches that might get you to finally take that vacation you have been dreaming of.
1. Flamenco Beach – one of the top ten beaches in the world.
image source: chente922
2. Zoni Beach – looking west with Cayo Norte in the background.
image source: bvincent
3. Culebrita – the island of Culebrita has the Caribbean’s oldest lighthouse.
image source: tomburre
4. Sea grape – sea grape trees can provide some much needed relief from the sun.
image source: alicesoup
5. Pure relaxation – we have reserved these two chairs for you.
image source: Bill Gracey
Are you ready to get away? Give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse.
Have you been thinking about making a trip to see the amazing beaches of Culebra, Puerto Rico but have been holding back because of the flight cost?
Well, pack your snorkel gear because JetBlue just announced their “All-You-Can-Jet” special today. Starting from September 8, and running until October 8, you can have unlimited flights on their airlines for one month for just $599.
You read correctly.
All of the flying you can do to anywhere Jet Blue flies for $599. Lucky for you, if you have been wanting to come to Culebra, JetBlue flies to San Juan every day from many major cities.
If you have any questions about how you get to Culebra from San Juan or Fajardo, give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse or shoot us an email palmettoculebra[AT]Yahoo.com.
Full details of the JetBlue offer can be found here – All-You-Can-Jet
Many times we have had people email us here at the Palmetto Guesthouse asking where they can get fresh local fruits and vegetables on Culebra. The two main grocery stores, Milka and Myra, do a pretty good job of stocking produce.
However if you happen to be on Culebra on a Friday you should make an effort to get to the “fruit and veggie guy.”
He sets up a tent on the corner directly across from Carlos Jeep Rental. Their fruits and vegetables, while not wholly organic, many come from farms on Puerto Rico.
Have more questions? Give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse.
Melissa and Vince came to Culebra and spent one evening at the Palmetto Guesthouse.
Shortly after checking in, Vince asked about special places for a memorable proposal. He found the right spot the next morning on Flamenco beach when he proposed & Melissa accepted!
Although they’d talked over the subject of marriage, Melissa had “no idea” that Vince planned to ask her to be his wife during their Puerto Rican holiday. He did, however, do a great job of picking out just the right ring to fit Melissa’s taste and they two now look forward to a happy life together.
If you are looking to plan a special occasion here on Culebra; a wedding, suprise birthday, engagement, or just a relaxing escape then give us a call at the Palmetto Guesthouse and we can help you sort out all of the details.
