Some people called it Puerto Rico, some called it the Spanish Virgin Islands, But everyone can agree that Culebra is Paradise. It wasn't always this way, In the 1900's Culebra was used as a naval reservation that tested bombs up until 1975. Now this Island is one of the hot spots in the Caribbean with travelers from all around the world. Another big plus is that if your a U.S. citizen, Not having a passport is no problem at all because Culebra is Puerto Rican territory in which Puerto Rico is US territory.

Getting there: There are no major airlines that go directly to Culebra, The only way to get there is to fly into San Juan, Puerto Rico and charter with Air Flamenco or you can catch a taxi from San Juan to Fajardo (going rate is between 70$ to 80$) then catch a ferry to Culebra for only 2.25$. The boat ride is about an hour long.

Where to Stay: The good thing about Culebra is that it's not built up with fancy high rise hotels, Villas and Guest Houses dominate this tiny island, Tamarindo Estates, Casa Ensenada Waterfront Guesthouse & Club Seabourne are just to name a few. For more info check out Isla Culebra

Must Visit: Flamenco Beach! This mile long boomerang strip of white sand was voted one of the best beaches to see before you die in the New York Times. Great for swimming, snorkeling and sun bathing & only tens minutes from the main city of Dewey, Also Make sure to visit the old army tank on the far left side of the beach

Make sure to try: Heather's Pizza, besides the pizza they make a bad ass salad and buffalo wings. For fresh morning coffee and bread made right on the spot head to Vibre Verde, The owner Nesto has been running the spot for a while and is soon to open up a health food section. For traditional Puerto Rican cuisine you must visit the little food stands by Flamenco beach, Empanadas, Rice beans with fried fish, and the mouth watering Piononos (Fried Plantain Meat Pies cheese optional). Last but not least the Sandbar at the kokomo hotel, a nice little hangout for locals and tourist, and they make the best bushwackers in the world.