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Vieques > Vieques Photos > Driving around Vieques Island, Puerto Rico

Who knew driving could be fun?

Driving in Isla de Vieques, Puerto Rico

Vieques Island Puerto Rico Road

You may not think of driving as a fun thing to do, in Isla de Vieques, driving is part of the adventure, very few islands in the Caribbean have roads that resemble a time of the past. This article tells my story of back in 2004, during my first visit, when I first fell in love with Vieques.

Every afternoon I went for a drive and I found it to be a very relaxing activity. I highly recommend that you rent a car during your vacation stay in Vieques, transportation is a must in order to enjoy all this Caribbean jem has to offer.

Hop on, and allow me to tell you another reason why you'll fall in love with this island.

When you get to Vieques and begin your road exploration, turn off your phone, forget about what you left behind back home and allow your senses to go into high gear.


2004 by Luisa

I am driving my jeep rental to get acquainted and situated with the island, it doesn't take long for the mesmerizing effect of Vieques to put me in relax mode. I am totally embraced by lush green tropical flora providing shade from the sun, the cool breezes gently caress me.

Road in Isla de Vieques, Puerto Rico. One of the Spanish Virgin Islands



Deep saturated shades of blue and green can be admired from many roads, the blue horizon gently pulls me inviting me to discover a new beach I must go back to in my week long adventure.

It never fails, no matter which road I take, or what beach I go to, it's pure perfection, perfectly blue, perfect clear waters, perfect solitude, and perfect peace.

Blue Beach - Vieques Island, Puerto Rico / Playas de Puerto Rico. Cupeles 2004



Vieques Puerto Rico Road / Carretera en Vieques Puerto Rico. Cupeles 2004 My favorite time to drive in Vieques is during the mornings. The roads are adorned with colorful flowers that had just flourished with the morning sun. My destination; exploring places with endless beauty.

My soul is uplifted and inspired with love as I passed the colorful flaming red flowers of the Great Flamboyàn, undeniably the most beautiful and admired tree in Puerto Rico.



My lungs are filled with the fresh air that is softly scented with the sweet aroma of jasmines that hug the walls of colorful homes.

The sweet smell of ripe mangoes make me hungry for comida criolla, so I decide to begin heading into Isabel Segunda for some delicious treats at a local panaderia (bakery).

I make quick pauses along the roads to reply to elegant horses, that make a pause to say hello.

Hundreds of horses roam free around the island serving as friendly hosts and guards. I giggled and smile at the goats that cross the streets with their fellow friends looking for a perfect shaded siesta spot.

Coco Frio Stop in Vieques Puerto Rico I get to town and I make one of my favorite stops while on the island to get a refreshing treat, "Coco Frio", (Cold, coconut water) to satisfy my thirst.

I walk into Panaderia Viequense and I get hit with the delicious smell of fresh baked bread. I order a warm delicious sandwich, made on fresh "pan de agua" (traditional bread) with cafe con leche and I treat myself to a yummy slice of flan. Don't leave the island without going to a panaderia, great food, great coffee, great desserts, and great prices.

With a happy belly, I take a drive around "El Pueblo" (town of Isabel Segunda). As I drive through town, I end up in roads where locals sit on their "balcon" (house porch), viequenses tend to wave their hands, and give you a smile that says "Hola, Bienvenido a Vieques", (hello, welcome to Vieques).

Viequense. "Stop, get out of your car, and speak to the locals, they are very happy to speak to you, and they will give you great tips on exploring the island. In Isabel Segunda, you will find a charming town, with happy residents that will go out of their way, to provide you information or help you in any way they can. Those narrow roads that say no outlet are wonderful, they often lead to great ocean views.

You'll find colorful buildings, beautiful doorways, and steps adorned with tropical bright flowers.

You will even find beauty in a cemetery with the contrasting bold color of white crosses against a blue ocean and sky.

Cemetery in Vieques, Puerto Rico / Cementerio en Vieques, Puerto Rico



Towards the afternoon I drive back towards the more secluded beaches where you can claim a spot your own for the day. My skin is sweetly caressed by the cool crisp breezes of the ocean that invite palm trees to dance.

I see a few families that claimed a spot to themselves, I observe and they are just happy to be together, sharing their beauty within and around them.

I let my hair down and just keep on cruising through dirt winding roads, that lead me towards a stunning blue horizon.

After an adventurous drive, I find a place that seems undiscovered and waiting just for me, I find MY PERFECT SPOT.

No matter where, or what road you take, you will find that driving in Vieques is a fulfilling, relaxing, and fun adventure all on its own.

If you are a traveler that likes to go to a place and sit on the beach or hotel pool and be served piña coladas, don't come to Vieques. The real attractions in Vieques are off the properties and begin on the road.


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