Vieques Island: Beaches, Bunkers and Biobay
Vieques, one of Puerto Rico's two most visited islands, is a natural wonderland known for its quiet island vibe. People who come here learn to leave their blackberries in the suitcase. They come to beach-hop and discover their favorite stretch of sand and surf. And they come to glow in the night in a miraculous biobay.
A Weekend in Vieques
Vieques is a small island; people go there to get away from the world, to relax on a beach, and to visit a natural wonder. This weekend itinerary will help you get the most out of your visit to the island.
Vieques is a small island; people go there to get away from the world, to relax on a beach, and to visit a natural wonder. This weekend itinerary will help you get the most out of your visit to the island.
A Guide to Vieques' Beaches
A brief guide to 10 beaches that are worth the trip to Vieques Island.
A brief guide to 10 beaches that are worth the trip to Vieques Island.
Top 5 Places to Stay in Vieques
Lodging in Vieques ranges from rustic guesthouses designed to keep you outdoors to boutique hotels that could belong in Miami Beach. Here are my picks for the best places to stay on the island. You could argue that each of these hotels offers its guests something different; that should make choosing your favorite all the more interesting.
Lodging in Vieques ranges from rustic guesthouses designed to keep you outdoors to boutique hotels that could belong in Miami Beach. Here are my picks for the best places to stay on the island. You could argue that each of these hotels offers its guests something different; that should make choosing your favorite all the more interesting.
Flip-Flop Dining: Five Low-Key Restaurants in Vieques
Vieques is an interesting mix of unspoiled, almost savage nature and manicured manmade beauty. The same dichotomy exists in the island's hotels and restaurants. As far as eateries go, you can enjoy an international gourmet meal or go rustic and chow down on some good comfort food. Here, we focus on this latter pursuit.
Vieques is an interesting mix of unspoiled, almost savage nature and manicured manmade beauty. The same dichotomy exists in the island's hotels and restaurants. As far as eateries go, you can enjoy an international gourmet meal or go rustic and chow down on some good comfort food. Here, we focus on this latter pursuit.
Visiting the Vieques Biobay
Mosquito Bay might not sound like a place you want to visit, but trust me, you'll never forget it. The biobay is Vieques' most unique and awe-inspiring natural phenomenon. So what, exactly, is a biobay? Read on.
Mosquito Bay might not sound like a place you want to visit, but trust me, you'll never forget it. The biobay is Vieques' most unique and awe-inspiring natural phenomenon. So what, exactly, is a biobay? Read on.
Black Beard Sports
The best place in Vieques for camping, diving, and biking gear (and rentals), Black Beard Sports also offers dive tours, training and certification.
The best place in Vieques for camping, diving, and biking gear (and rentals), Black Beard Sports also offers dive tours, training and certification.
Sea Gate Hotel
A great option for budget-minded travelers, The Sea Gate is located high above Isabel II in Vieques, offering great views, a natural breeze that needs no AC, and a decent breakfast every morning. Note: should love pets.
A great option for budget-minded travelers, The Sea Gate is located high above Isabel II in Vieques, offering great views, a natural breeze that needs no AC, and a decent breakfast every morning. Note: should love pets.