"Vieques" Top 5 Page for this destination Isla de Vieques by PA2AKgirl

Isla de Vieques Travel Guide: 67 reviews and 89 photos

Most of my time in Puerto Rico was spent on the island of Vieques, visiting my friend, Steph. I had an excellent time and hope to return later on in the year, probably in the fall or winter.

I definitely think it helps to know someone who lives here--I did things that tourists do, but got the benefit of having a connection which meant I got private tours, instant friends and got to go to additional places that perhaps most tourists don't get to see. It didn't hurt that my friend is a bartender here too...I got hooked up with drinks every night:)

There is a good assortment of people living here...a lot of them from the states, some from Puerto Rico originally, some from Vieques originally and then a few from either USVI or BVI. Most of these people live here only a portion of the year, though.

Esperanza

The Malecon in Esperanza

There are 2 main towns on Vieques, Esperanza being where Steph lives and works. It's more of the nightlife town with the better beaches. Navio and Sun Beach are 2 of the most popular, I think. BioBay is also here--one of the best Bioluminescent bays in the world.

Isabel Segunda

This town is more of the retail area, if you can call it that. The only ATM/bank on the island is here, the post office, larger grocery store, gift shops...it caters to more tourists because it's closer to the airport and the large resort.

Last visit to Isla de Vieques: Mar 2004
Intro Updated Jun 16, 2004
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Reviews (21)

I know what I'm getting Steph for Christmas! - Isla de Vieques

Need a horse? Hit a horse! Local Customs (4)

Now, I don't know how accurate this is, but I have seen the horses, I have seen the damage to the vehicles, and I have... more travel advice

Convenience all around! - Isla de Vieques

Convenience all around! Hotels (1)

I didn't stay here, but I know about it since it's right in Esperanza. Located right on the beach, each room has a... more travel advice

The tourism industry in Vieques Favorites (1)

Vieques doesn't get TOO many tourists, so there's only a few things that are for tourism specifically. There's a little... more travel advice

Breakfast in Isabel Segunda Restaurants (3)

Breakfast all day! And this place is great. Steph had to do her laundry, we passed the guy who owns Mamasonga on the... more travel advice

Warnings Or Dangers (2)
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Shopping (2)
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What to Pack (1)
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Nightlife (2)
See All Next to Steph's place of employment
Things to Do (3)
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Transportation (2)
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Comments (26)

Fullmoonfever Aug 31, 2008 at 6:20 PM Report Abuse

good page..great pics...I'm thinking about going....not sure yet.
steadydiet Feb 16, 2007 at 6:27 AM Report Abuse

Awesome pics! I'm planning a trip for next week and I was thinking maybe Halifax. It's super cold here in NYC...why not go colder? -SD.
iwys Oct 8, 2006 at 2:48 PM Report Abuse

It looks and sounds so nice the way you describe it: simply bioluminescent!
Erniedog Jul 5, 2006 at 5:13 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for the Great info. I'm planning on a trip to Vieques with the Family (2,7, 11 year olds) and My wife and I were a concerned about the availablity of grocery stores and their contents.
Siddha3th Mar 25, 2005 at 11:31 AM Report Abuse

So very magical :)
Kimber41 Jan 8, 2005 at 9:28 PM Report Abuse

Perfect tips for Vieques! The Bio Bay was one of the TOP things I have done in my travels! It is worth the trip to Vieques JUST for this experience although there are so many unique things to see and do here (wild horses, huge red star fish, etc).
jadedmuse Oct 20, 2004 at 9:23 PM Report Abuse

Classic Vieques tips! Loved them! You presented this island beautifully! I was only there once and can't really remember much - so this was really great. Thanks!!!!
tak_pap Oct 1, 2004 at 6:55 AM Report Abuse

great presentation and photos - nice place!
Maria_75 Sep 30, 2004 at 11:40 AM Report Abuse

Nice pages. Seems like a great place!
Anchovy56 Sep 22, 2004 at 11:10 AM Report Abuse

I caught the last 15 minutes or so of SeaLab last..Its a good thing I don't do drugs anymore :o)