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Packing Sandals Was My Only Good Decision

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Tessa Wilson
6 Days 9 Activities

When the group chat went crazy proposing a spontaneous weekend in Puerto Rico, I was on the fence. I thought a quick getaway meant we'd just sit in traffic near the capital, but my besties convinced me to ditch the standard tourist traps and road-trip south instead. It ended up being the best chaos ever! If you and your squad want an epic trip that isn't just basic resort lounging, steal this exact 3-day Puerto Rico itinerary:

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Road Trip South

Luis Munoz Marin International Airport

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Grabbed our bags at SJU, rented a cute crossover, and drove straight down Highway 52 over the mountains toward Ponce, jamming to Bad Bunny the whole way.

Exploring Plaza Las Delicias

Plaza Las Delicias

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Strolled around the vibrant red-and-black Parque de Bombas and grabbed scoops of artisanal passionfruit gelato in the town square.

Lajas Bioluminescent Boat Ride

La Parguera

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Drove over to La Parguera in Lajas for a late-night boat tour ($55 each). Swimming under the stars while the dark water glowed neon around us proved that fitting a bio bay into a 3-day Puerto Rico itinerary is 100% doable and worth it!

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Los Morrillos Lighthouse & Red Cliffs

Cabo Rojo Lighthouse

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Drove out to the southwestern tip of Cabo Rojo. Standing on top of those dramatic limestone cliffs looking over turquoise water made for the ultimate group photo dump!

Seafood & Plantains at Joyuda

Joyuda

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Pulled up to a waterfront strip in Joyuda for a massive $20 red snapper and garlic-loaded mofongo lunch right over the waves.

Sunset & Cocktails at Tamboo in Rincón

Tamboo Rincon

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Headed up to Sandy Beach in Rincón just in time to watch surfers catch waves while sipping fresh passionfruit margaritas on the deck.

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Peña Blanca Beach & Banyan Tree Stop

Peña Blanca Beach

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Spent our last morning walking along the secluded shoreline at Peña Blanca Beach in Aguadilla and snapping photos under the massive, legendary Banyan Tree in town.

Acai Bowls & Local Coffee

Jobos Mojito Beach Bar & Restaurant

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Stopped at a cute beachside cafe in Isabela for iced lattes, fresh acai bowls, and local pastries before packing up.

Jobos Beach Boardwalk Walk

Playa Jobos

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Took a relaxed stroll along the Jobos Beach boardwalk in Isabela, watching local surfers and grabbing one last cold coconut.

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