Luquillo
A Famous Blue Flag Beach.
By:Travel and Sports Staff, June-2008
Whether Luquillo derived its name from Loukuo, a Taíno divinity, or the famous Taíno chief Luquilla, is a matter of some contention. However, there is no argument that Luquillo offers one of the most stunning beaches and outstanding Balnearios in all of Puerto Rico.
The Balneario de Luquillo is a mile-long stretch of sculpted sand set against a backdrop of massive palm trees. For travelers with special needs, the Sea Without Barriers complex at the east end of the beach is designed to provide all the ... (more)
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$105-185 (more) > Puerto Rico > Luquillo
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787-889-1713
787-409-2929
787-889-4319FX
$105-185, 14 
A2 Ocean Boulevard.
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All rooms face the ocean, most with an available balcony.A new guest house for the budget minded.We arrange trips for sailing, fishing, scuba, snorkeling.Tours to the bioluminescent bay.Includes a hot breakfast served on the open terrace.
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| | | Yunquemar
$75-225 (more) > Puerto Rico > Luquillo
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787-889-5555
787-646-2089
787-889-3973FX
$75-225, 15
6 1st St. Fortuna Playa.
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Welcome to paradise! at Hotel Yunque Mar.Beach front with spectacular view. Enjoy our art gallery.El Yunque rain forest & Luquillo beach 5 minutes away.Close to casinos,golf,tennis,marinas,watersports & outlets.15 minutes to the ferry to Vieques & Culebra islands.
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| | Centro de Arte y Cultura
(more) > Puerto Rico > Luquillo
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787-633-1096
215-252-7020FX
65th Ave. Flyover, past Luquillo Beach.
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| | | Monumento al Cacique Loquillo
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787-889-2525
787-889-2451
787-889-2225FX
July 14 St #160, in front of Post Office.
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A monument to the Taino chief Loquillo.
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| | | Plaza Rosendo Matienzo Cintrón
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787-889-2525
787-889-2451
787-889-2225FX
Rosendo Matienzo Cintrón St.
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Central plaza for Luquillo.
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| | | Salón de los Alcaldes
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787-889-2525
787-889-2451
787-889-2225FX
14 de Julio.
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Exhibition about the previous mayors of Luquillo.
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| | Balneario La Monserrate (Blue Flag Beach)
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787-889-5871
787-889-4401FX
Rt 3, east of San Juan.
www.cpnpr.gobierno.pr/monserrate_bal.asp
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One of the major beaches in Puerto Rico. Camping available. Part of this beach, the Sea Without Barriers, is a facility for those with special needs and for seniors.
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| | | Playa Azul and Costa Azul
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787-889-2525
787-889-2451
787-889-2225FX
Rt 193 Km 1.1.
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Playa Azul is known for its good snorkeling.
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| | | Playa La Pared
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787-889-2525
787-889-2451
787-889-2225FX
Herminio Díaz Navarro St.
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This beach is near, but separate from, Luquillo Beach.
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| | | Sea Without Barriers (Mar Accesible)
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787-889-4329
787-889-4329FX
Balneario de Luquillo.
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A unique wheelchair-accessible facility on the east side of Balneario de Luquillo. The dedicated staff is trained to assist those with special needs in the use of the unique equipment & systems designed to make the Puerto Rican waters as accessible as possible.
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| | Sunset Snuba
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787-354-0999
787-354-0700
787 889 1389
259 Calle Carreta.
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A concept for those who want the diving experience without the heavy gear, air is supplied from a raft floating above. Dives up to 20 feet will have you feeling like you are in a well stocked fish tank.
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| | Festival de los Platos Típicos
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787-889-2525
787-889-2451
787-889-2225FX
11/22/2008 - 11/24/2008
Plaza de Recreo.
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A festival highlighting local dishes and beverages made with coconut. Local music, arts and crafts exhibits.
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| | Hacienda Carabalí Riding
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787-889-5820
787-889-0695FX
Rt 992 Km 3.0.
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Horseback ride on fine Paso Fino horses carefully matched to each rider's ability. An experienced trail guide leads visitors down the mountainside & across streams to bordering lowlands. The ride includes a beautiful river stop.
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| | AdvenTours
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787-889-0251
787-530-8311
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Excursions with environmental and cultural education, bird & wildlife observation, hiking/trekking at forests, night hikes, Taíno Indian re-enactment, coffee plantations, bicycling, kayaking, ecoyoga, backpacking.
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| | | Hacienda Carabalí Riding
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787-889-5820
787-889-4954
787-889-0695FX
Rt 992 Km 3.0.
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Horseback ride on fine Paso Fino horses carefully matched to each rider's ability. An experienced trail guide leads visitors down the mountainside and across streams to bordering lowlands. The ride includes a stop at a beautiful river.
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| | | Castillo Tours & Watersports
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787-791-6195
787-726-5752
787-268-0740FX
2413 Laurel St., Punta las Marias.
www.castillotours.com
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Catamaran sailing & snorkeling, gear, instruction, lunch, piña coladas. Deep-sea fishing: blue marlin, wahoo, tuna, mahi-mahi on 48' Hatteras. Sightseeing: Bio Bay, Hiking, Rainforest, Old City, Caves, Ponce, Bacardi.
(main office: Fajardo.)
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| | | Sunset Snuba
(more) > Puerto Rico > Luquillo
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787-354-0999
259 Calle Carreta.
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A concept for those who want the diving experience without the heavy gear, air is supplied from a raft floating above. Dives up to 20 feet will have you feeling like you are in a well stocked fish tank.
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| | | Atlantic San Juan Tours
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787-644-9841
787-894-7804FX
PMB 1755.
www.puertoricoexcursions.com
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Rain Forest, Luquillo Beach, Camuy Caverns, Arecibo Observatory,Old San Juan, Bacardí Distillery,Pre- & Post Cruise Tour, Private Services by the hour. Also 20% commissionable rates for Travel Agents and group rates discounts 6 passenger or more.
(main office: San Juan Metro.)
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787-791-6195
787-728-2297
787-728-0872FX
2413 C Laurel, Punta Las Marias.
www.castillotours.com
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Full-scale destination company catering to groups & conventions. Transfers, tours, team-building and spouse programs, theme parties & dine-arounds. Also individual trips for sightseeing, snorkeling, sailing, fishing, bio bay kayaking, scuba, hiking.
(main office: San Juan Metro.)
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