Community Free Associated State of Puerto Rico Puerto
Factbook
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Short description
The very name indicates a country with which we deal - Spanish Puerto Rico means rich port. The main "sponsor" of this island nation has become the Mother Nature: Puerto Rico is famous for its beautiful beaches, wonderful wildlife and beautiful women ....
Those who are not yet known attractions you can smoke cigars throughout the world deigning at the equally famous glass of rum.
Puerto Rico is an island country located on the island of Puerto Rico in the eastern part of the West Indies, between the Atlantic ocean and Caribbean sea.
Mountains:
Most of the Puerto Rico is mountainous. The highest hill - Punta is situated 1,638 m. asl.
Emergency numbers
Local information: 411
Emergency telephone number: 911
Red Cross:
Electric plugs
Such as in the U.S.
Phone code
+1 787 lub +1 939
Famous for:
Women's Arts, rum, cigar production and beautiful golden beaches
Dominates the tropical climate, humid, rainfall does not occur evenly throughout the year. Increased precipitation in the northern part. In the southern part of the phenomenon of precipitation shadow. Average temperatures range from around 26 C.
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Tourist season lasts almost all year round due to a very high average temperatures. A true Puerto Rico is experiencing the invasion of tourists from December to April. Lovers of peace should go in the season between May and November. Unfortunately, when a huge hurricane threat may be.
Puerto Ricans are generally friendly and smiling people. The island with its culture is more like one of the countries of Latin America than a colony of the United States.
Puerto Rico is a country of people who are open and tolerant. However, it must adhere to dress code'u: on the beach there is freedom, however after the descent of the beach must have at least surfaces in the form of clothing, eg. t-shirt or a skirt. Nudist beach lovers will not be happy in Puerto Rico: nudism is prohibited.
Citizens of the United States and Canada do not need any formality. For residents of other countries, the same formalities as when entering the United States. But be careful: get 90-day visa to Puerto Rico do not qualify for entry into the United States. The mere possession of a visa does not guarantee entry. Officials at the airport despite having a visa may be refused entry.
In the case of carry drugs should also have a prescription indicating the need for their use.
Be careful of the contents of luggage. Apply the same provisions as at the entrance to the U.S.. You can not have the baggage forbidden foods - mainly fruits and plants
It is worth prior to departure to purchase health insurance because the costs of treatment are very high. Is the question whether the United States insurance also covers insurance in Puerto Rico.
On the island is located 30 airports (active 1923). The largest airport is Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU) which has good connections with the capital of the country. Flights are operated in most European countries and in a very large extent in the United States. At airports are duty-free shops, car rental points, banks and post offices.
Maritime transport: Officially there is no regular sea connection, however, over the years hundreds of trips are organized mainly in the United States.
For lovers of luxury are organized tours of luxury ferries - mainly from the United States. The quickest and the only alternative form of transportation is by plane.
There are several local service connecting major cities, such as. American Eagle, Flamenco or Vieques Air Link. Flights are held mainly on the route of San Juan, Ponce, Fajardo - San Juan, Culebra and St. Thomas.
Are mainly a tourist attraction. The entire length of the railway line is only 96 km. The most common is the Tren Urbano (17.2 km), which links the business districts of the capital and meets with the other features of urban transport.
The entire length of roads is 26 186 km. Most kept in fairly good condition only 5% of them are unpaved. The length of expressways is 427 km. On the site, you can rent a car. On the island there is a right-hand traffic rules are similar to those of the United States. The only differences appear in the label (such as in Spain), the distance is given in kilometers and gasoline in liters, in turn, the speed in miles.
On the island there is a network of mini-buses: carros públicos "," Guaguas ". This is a very convenient form of transportation, however, often have to wait to fill vacancies in the park bus. Departure times are usually outstanding.
Puerto Rico is part of a U.S. postal network USPS - U.S. Postal System. In every large city there are post offices offering consignment expresses. In addition, there are represented the largest courier company DHL, UPS, FedEx
Many institutions on the island of currency exchanges in the first banks, for example,. Banco Popular. Exchanges can also be made at points such as the Caribbean Foreign Exchange, or make transfers through Western Union.
Credit cards:
You can pay with most cards: American Express, Visa, Diner's Club, Discovery, Master Car.
The government operates a chain of camps. Information about their location and available infrastructure can be found at any tourist office. For nature lovers there are also close to camps located in nature reserves, where approval is required for admission.
On the island there is a centralized reservation system. Information and reservations are available under the number: 1-800-981-7575 (calling from abroad) or (787) 721-2884 find on the island.
Puerto Rico is not a country rich in monuments and can not boast a large number of historical buildings. But the country is a paradise when it comes to nature. Visit the island of Isla Mona, which resembles paradise. Mountain lovers should visit the Bosque estatal de Carita. Also noteworthy is the island of Culebra and Vieques.
Culture is linked to the Spanish settlement on the island. In places of architectural exhibits are prehistoric paintings of indigenous peoples. Currently, the invasions of tourists and bound with the U.S. culture has lost its unique character. Suffice it to mention the fact that currently the majority are not aware of that arise from the Taino Indian blood and Spanish and African blood.
Be careful because the Puerto Ricans represent a conservative approach to the holidays: at Christmas and Easter are all closed institutions and tourist facilities
Nightlife revolves around the major tourist destinations. In Puerto Rico we can play well in the clubs, both located on the beaches and often exclusive discos przyhotelowych. Puerto Ricans love to party and dance very well.
Things airy, mainly cotton. If you are planning a trip in the pullover top will be more than indicated. When you choose a period where there are hurricanes, be sure to waterproof clothing.
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