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Vacation Planning Tips

Vieques Island, Puerto Rico

Isla de Vieques - an island full of beauty, enchantment, history, and inhabited by some of the most friendly and hospitable people in the Caribbean.

This page includes TIPS and STEPS for planning a great vacation from booking your airline tickets to finding the perfect accommodation to rest after a fun day of exploring Vieques.

Relax and Smile, you are on your way to planning a great vacation to the last undiscovered island in the Caribbean.

Step # 1 - Ask yourself: "Does Vieques satisfy my vacation needs?"

Isla de Vieques attracts travelers seeking for a change of pace, nature lovers and romantics from all over the world. Once they spend time in Vieques they fall in love with the island for all the things that it lacks.

If you have not already read through our Travel Guide, we encourage you to do so. Most tourists that visit Vieques end up coming back because there truly is much to see on the island and one vacation may not be enough unless it's at least two weeks long.

In summary

Vieques offers travelers:

Natural, secluded and romantic beaches

Bioluminescent Bay - One of the most romantic attractions and experiences in the world

Natural Adventure Activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, bird watching, biking and hiking.

A few historical attractions

Vieques does not offer
Golf, marinas, fast food, chain restaurants, or casinos. However, you can still enjoy these fun activities by going to Fajardo for a day or you can split your vacation by spending some days in Puerto Rico.

Step # 2 - Decide on your Vacation Dates

There are two seasons to consider when planning a vacation to Vieques; Travel Season and Hurricane Season

Accommodations and airfare are less during low season, so you will get more for your money by visiting Isla de Vieques during the months of mid April to mid December.

Weather - Vieques offers great temperatures all year round. Unfortunately, there's hurricane and rain season. Some travelers take risks and go to Vieques anyway and they are fine. If you like to be on the safe side here is more detailed information on Vieques weather, rain and hurricane seasons.

Step # 3 - Check availability for hotels and vacation rentals

More demand than supply
Since the Navy left the island in 2003, major travel journalists and developers around the island have turned their attention to Vieques. Vieques attracts visitors due to it's unspoiled yet chic personality of the island. There are just a few hotels in Vieques and various reputable vacation house rentals. Start looking for accommodations now and make inquiries about availability so you are not disappointed later by not getting the place you really wish.

Booking procedure in Vieques
All the managers and owners I know really work hard to provide timely service from the first contact you make with them. However, be aware that you may not always get a response from the hotel or vacation rental managers right away as we are accustomed with major chain hotels in other developed travel destinations.

Various hotels are closed for hurricane season. Many of the managers have to travel back and forth to the main island of Puerto Rico in order to get necessities for the hotel. Everything in Vieques takes longer to accomplish for managers of hotels, so please be patient. I can tell you they work really hard to make things perfect for you.

If you don't receive a response in a timely manner, feel free to contact me and I will do the best I can to get you the information you need.

Step # 4 - Check availability for car rentals

It is imperative that you get a car rental in Vieques or you will not see the best that Vieques has to offer.

Most importantly: If you are planning your vacation on high season, please make your car rental reservation as soon as you make your hotel reservation. If your vacation is during a holiday (especially Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter), you MUST get a car as far in advance as possible.

No matter which accommodation or hotel in Vieques you choose, you WILL NEED a car rental in order to get around.

The public transportation (publicos) will only take you to the main towns and barrios of Isabel Segunda, and Esperanza. The only beaches where pùblicos will take you are Sun Bay and Esperanza. The very best beaches are on the south side of the island and you will need a 4 x 4 to get there.

Step #5 - Book your hotel or vacation house rental and secure your car rental

You narrowed down which hotel or vacation rental meets your vacation needs? If yes, Great!!!

As I mentioned earlier, secure your accommodation and your car rental. Now we must get your airline tickets and find the best way for you to get to Vieques. Click here for information on Getting to Vieques.

Please take a minute and tell us if you found this page helpful with the planning of your vacation. Also feel free to send comments on how we can make Vieques Travel Guide.com better. Thanks in advance for your input and time.


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