Quick Summary: Puerto Rico is home to more than 270 miles of gorgeous unspoiled coastline, known around the world as one of the Caribbean's most beautiful tourist destinations. All of the island's beaches are open to the public year-round, including hot resort areas such as Condado Beach and Maria's Beach. Best of all, U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel to Puerto Rico-you just need your driver's license and a plane ticket.


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Balneario El Escambron

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Condado Beach

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Crash Boat Beach

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Flamenco Beach

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Isla Verde Beach

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Isla de Vieques

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La Pared Beach

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La Posita Beach

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La Selva

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Maria's Beach

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Mosquito Bay

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Seven Seas Beach

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