The Puerto Rican island of Vieques is second on our list of most popular vacation spots in Puerto Rico.
Travelers love the quiet beaches, excellent swimming and snorkeling conditions and natural surroundings, much of which are within the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge.
Locals like to call their island paradise the Spanish Virgin Islands and it certainly has comparisons to the British and U.S. Virgin Islands, including sunny beach days and tropical surroundings.
Take a scenic boat tour of Bioluminescent Bay (sometimes called Mosquito Bay) and admire the bright turquoise water caused by microorganisms that live in the water.
It’s so vibrant that the Guinness World Records declared it the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world in 2006.
This glow-in-the-dark natural wonder is a unique feature on Vieques Island, which is also blessed with some of the best beaches in the Caribbean.
There are white sand and black sand beaches on the island and plenty of outdoor activities like kayaking, yoga, hiking, bird watching, snorkeling, paddle boarding and horseback riding.
The Fuerte de Vieques is a mid-19th-century Spanish fort and museum that shouldn’t be missed, especially for those fascinated by architecture and history.
Fortin Conde de Mirasol is a hilltop fort that has wonderful views. It also has an art and history museum and a radio station. The Punta Mulas Lighthouse is another iconic sight on Vieques Island and it also has a museum.
Accommodation options range from luxury villas to quaint guesthouses and affordable inns.
Whatever your budget, you can find great digs on Vieques Island. The tropical climate is consistent all year round, with cooling trade winds often blowing in to give a lovely breeze, so fly or ferry into this paradise any time.
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