Puerto Rico: main airports
Puerto Rico is served by Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, in San Juan, the main air hub of the Caribbean.
The island, an unincorporated territory of the United States, offers Caribbean beaches, the historic UNESCO World Heritage Old San Juan and the El Yunque rainforest.
Puerto Rico: recommended activities
Puerto Rico: visa and entry requirements
Being US territory, no separate visa is required for citizens who can enter the United States without a visa (e.g. via ESTA for countries participating in the Visa Waiver Program, including Italy).
A valid passport is required; US citizens can also travel with just an ID document for domestic flights.
Puerto Rico: safety
San Juan is generally safe in tourist areas (Old San Juan, Condado, Isla Verde), with the usual precautions valid for any major city.
Always check your country's updated travel advisories, especially during the hurricane season (June-November).
Puerto Rico: health situation
No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry, being US territory. Adequate sun protection and insect repellent are nonetheless advisable in rural areas and the rainforest.
Tap water is generally safe to drink in tourist areas.
Puerto Rico: currency, payments and connectivity
The currency is the US dollar (USD). The official language is Spanish, with English widely spoken, especially in tourist areas.
Tipping (15-20%) is common practice, as in the continental United States. Electrical outlets follow the American standard (120V, type A/B).
