Cayo Aurora is easily accessible via private boat tours (or the ferry ... or relaxing on another pristine Puerto Rico beach. Culebra The visual parfait of diamond-dust white sand meeting turquoise ...

If that feels too intimidating, hike down the hill and enjoy an almost-private beach below. Later, head to Zazones, one of the best Creole restaurants in the northwestern region of Puerto Rico.

When you’re done, hit the local food trucks parked near the town’s beaches and make sure to try the crispy chicharrónes, Puerto Rico’s version of country-fried chicken. Wash it down with an ...