Travel in Puerto Rico

‘Tis the season for planning an epic winter getaway and Southwest is helping by offering one-way flights starting at just $39.

Only on Skift: What’s a key part of Booking Holdings‘ strategy to attract hotel and short-term rental guests? The company, which owns brands including Booking.com, Kayak and Priceline, spent around $6 billion on marketing in 2022 — and that was about 35% of its total revenue. A BTIG investor report published last week stated that Booking gets around 50% of its traffic direct; around 20 percent from free search engine listings; roughly 15% from social media, email, display ads and referrals, and 15% from paid search engine marketing — “and it spends billions annually to get that last piece.”

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Traffic congestion is a part of life in Puerto Rico, where everyone and their grandmother owns a car, and driving is the predominant mode of transportation.

With its lush beaches, historic cities and party vibe, Puerto Rico is emerging as one of the top island escapes in the Caribbean.

Jamaica shared company with New Zealand, Costa Rica and Cyprus as it middled the 2023 Global Law and Order Report by respected Washington DC, United States based international analytics firm, Gallup, Inc.

With breathtaking oceanfront vistas, lush, breezy mountains, tropical rainforest, some pumping nightlife and one of the coolest food scenes in the Caribbean, a Puerto Rico vacation is all about enjoying the ride.

From the lush and humid forests of the central mountains to the idyllic surfing beaches of the northwest, Puerto Rico is a haven for ecotourism. If it's nature that entices you here, it's the sands, the islands, and the historical cities that will keep you enchanted.

While the Caribbean is teeming with picturesque islands, few destinations can match the beauty of Puerto Rico. From the scenic shores of Rincon to the bioluminescent waters of Fajardo, this dazzling island has earned worldwide acclaim for its lush landscapes and pristine beaches—and as an added bonus, all of this abundant natural beauty has ushered in a wealth of world-class accommodations over the years, with the Condado Vanderbilt serving as one of the most lavish hotels to grace the grounds of San Juan.

December is upon us and for folks in Miami— or in the art world— that means: Art Basel Miami Beach. From December 6 to 10 (by-invitation private viewings are on December 6 and 7), the Miami Beach Convention Center will be home to 277 galleries; 25 of which will be participating for the first time, with two-thirds hailing from North and Latin America. In mediums ranging from paintings and sculptures to photography and digital art, some of the resounding themes this year include works that speak to nature, as well as cultural and spiritual geographies.

You’re headed home for the holidays—and hopefully, barring any flight delays, you make it before the turkey hits the table or the holiday festivities get underway. A new report from Upgraded Points, a points and miles website, reveals the airports where travelers are most likely to be delayed during the winter holiday season.

Spanning from the frigid shores of northern Greenland down to the southern islands of Chile, the Americas offer a spectacular array of landscapes all open for exploration—and their rich diversity of climates have given rise to both fascinating wildlife and a multitude of high-end resorts scattered all across both continents. Whether you’re hoping to take a dip with massive sharks, marvel at baby sea turtles making their way to the ocean or lengthen your life list on an unforgettable birdwatching excursion, the following properties are perfect for the ultimate wildlife lover’s getaway.

Sometimes the best food critics are everyday diners and food enthusiasts. And OpenTable’s 2023 list of Top 100 Restaurants in America does just that.

Low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines will allow travelers to purchase a ticket and pay over time thanks to a new partnership with PayPal.

San Juan, the rainbow-hued capital of Puerto Rico, is a vibrant hub for music, food, and culture, and the best way to explore is to roam its fascinating, fun-filled neighborhoods.

For her family vacation next year, Liz Thimm has booked a 10-day trip to Bocas del Toro, Panama, in February. She requested time off from her pharmacist job a year in advance, checked out guidebooks from the library and has shared itinerary ideas with her daughter and son — who are 11 and 9 — to involve them in the planning process. One thing she has not and will not do? Schedule the trip around a school vacation.

While Boston is best known for its prestigious universities and wealth of historic landmarks, this iconic New England city is no slouch when it comes to drinking and dining either. Both the Boston cream pie and Parker House roll were invented in the heart of the city, while tourists flock to the surrounding area to dine on New England clam chowder, lobster rolls, and a wealth of other succulent seafood dishes. As you plan your next visit to the Bay State capital, don’t miss out on these vibrant neighborhoods, each one imbued with an incredible array of restaurants and bars to explore.

Puerto Rico is one of those places that just keeps on giving – visit popular spots and well-known historical monuments the first time, and then come back for the hidden gems that require a little bit of research, a rental car and getting to know the residents of this beautiful archipelago. 

Southwest Airlines' latest fare sale has one-way fall and winter flights marked down as low as $49 to various cities.

Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, October 10. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.

Puerto Rico is launching a new marketing campaign aimed at travelers who were forced to delay or cancel trips because they couldn’t get their passport in time.