Now you can immerse yourself in the magical corners of Puerto Rico
The height of spring and the glimpse of a slightly more promising future makes us dream of the long-awaited reunion with the holidays. And while at first we will undoubtedly want run away to town or to that piece of heaven where we have been happy, there will also be a place, later surely, to plan and finalize that dream trip that has been left pending.
And what if it's Puerto Rico? The Caribbean island that combines paradisiacal corners with natural treasures and cultural wealth.
If you feel predilection for this class of destinations, you will be excited to know that the web Discover Puerto Rico is offering a series of live guided virtual tours that include contents such as the typical gastronomy of the country, the rediscovery of internationally famous beaches and the most valuable historical heritage of the island.
Within the framework of the National Travel and Tourism Week, the tours will be led by local specialists that will offer a tour through Google Earth to places like Playa Negra, Cueva Ventana or famous castles with more than 500 years of history.
Through the initiative #TravelFromHome Launched by Discover Puerto Rico, you will be able to delve into the interior of this Caribbean island and be inspired by the local landscapes so that it may become your next great adventure.
Below are the tours that will be available starting today at the Discover Puerto Rico facebook page:
Tuesday, May 5, 5 p.m. EST: Discover the natural wonders of Puerto Rico
This guided tour by Jorge Montalvo, from Patria tours, is a journey through emblematic places such as Cueva Ventana, Toro Verde and El Yunque , among other amazing landscapes.
**Thursday, May 7, 6 p.m. EST: Cooking Class with Chef Cuevas from Restaurant 1919
Juan José Cuevas began his career in 1995 at the three Michelin star Arkelare restaurant in San Sebastián. He then worked at the Ritz-Carlton in San Francisco, El Raco in Barcelona, and Essex House in New York City. Chef Juan José Cuevas will give a class on traditional Puerto Rican food.
**Friday, May 8, 5 p.m. EST: Off topic in Puerto Rico
You will explore the southern and western regions of the island, along with the Serralles Castle in Ponce , the surf paradise in Rincón and the most intrinsic culture of the place.
**Wednesday, May 13, 5 p.m. EST: Puerto Rico Road Trip
A tour through the historic sites of the island, such as the National Historic Site of San Juan, made up of the Castillo San Cristóbal and the San Felipe del Morro Castle.