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DESTINATION PALMAS DEL MAR
We are considered the premier golf destination of the Caribbean, with two oceanfront, par 72 championship courses: the Palm Course designed by Gary Player, an d the Flamboyan Course designed by Rees Jones. Both courses offer challenges to the most experienced of players as well as breathtaking ocean vistas. To improve your game, the golf professionals are available for private lessons. It also provides ample areas to practice your putting, driving, short game and sand trap shots. Clubs, shoes and carts are available for rental, and a selection of the latest gentlemen’s and ladies’ sportswear and accessories can be found at the Pro Shop.
Amoung the other things that you can do at Palmas del Mar Resort are, play tennis, sightseeing, snorkeling, diving, deep sea fishing, sailing, train at the fitness center, biking, horseback riding, jogging, and both swim at pools or enjoy the beatiful gold sandy caribbean beaches.
Amoung the restaurants, beach bars and cocktail lounges that you may visit at the Palmas del Mar Resort are:
AguaMar Restaurant....................850-5800 H.O.B.O Hot Spot.................914-4459
Beach Club...................................285-2880 La Brochette.........................852-7173
Bistro Tartine...............................961-4044 Martin’s BBQ........................285-7700
BistroRico.....................................850-3838 Musafá Restaurant..............839-5428
Blue Hawaii..................................852-0897 Palm Restaurant..................285-2230
Cafeto...........................................719-6892 Pescao & Salsa....................850-6666
Center Court Bar & Grill...............285-0728 Pizza Hut..............................852-8150
Chez Daniel..................................850-3838 Restaurant Sevilla................737-3259
Domino’s Pizza.............................852-3535 The Rooster..........................733-2010
El Tenedor....................................734-6573 Villas del Mar Restaurant....861-0899
Flamboyan Room.........................285-2230 Wine Styles..........................656-8444
Flying Pizza..................................850-4688
DESTINATION OLD SAN JUAN
Old San Juan City
It is possible to drive around the island of Puerto Rico in a single day and to  walk around Old San Juan in an hour. On a global scale, the island and the Old City are not very large. But in the hearts of its people -- and of many visitors -- Puerto Rico is a continent, and Old San Juan is its epicenter. Some places that you might want to see are:
San Juan Bautista Cathedral
(787) 722-0861. 151 Cristo Street.The original structure was begun in 1521, destroyed in a storm in 1526, and rebuilt in 1529. It is the last resting place of Juan Ponce de Leon.
El Castillo (Castle) de San Felipe del Morro
This castle was declared a World Heritage elite by the United Nations in 1933. El Morro as it is normally called is a Puerto Rico’s best know fortress. Over two million visitors a year explore this construction marvel, where the history of 400 years of Spain in Puerto Rico comes alive.
FROM CONDADO IN SAN JUAN
Third Millennium Park - 1 block
Puerto Rico Capitol - 0.25 mile
San Cristóbal Castle - 0.5 mile
Cruise ship piers - 1 mile
La Fortaleza (governor's mansion) - 1.25 miles
Puerto Rico Indian Museum - 1.5 miles
Puerto Rican Children's Museum - 1.75 miles
Las Américas Museum - 1.75 miles
Pablo Casals Museum - 1.75 miles
African Heritage Museum - 1.75 miles
San Felipe del Morro fortress - 2 miles
Plaza Las Américas (shopping, dining) - 3 miles
Piñones forest (bicycling, hiking, surfing) - 10 miles
DESTINATION THE EAST
El Yunque National Forest
(787) 888-1810. Road 191, Rio Grande, Palmer. 7:30 am - 6:00 PM daily. The tropical rain forest is an ecological delight with miles of well-marked trails, lookout towers, waterfalls and exotic flora & fauna.
Luquillo Beach
(787) 889-5871. Highway 3, Luquillo. 8:30 am 5:30 pm daily. One of the best-know beaches in the island, it is always a delight (but very crowded on summer weekends and mayor holidays).
DESTINATION THE NORTH
Arecibo Observatory
(787) 878-2612. End of Road 626. 12:00 m - 4:00 pm Wednesday to Friday weekends and holidays. World’s largest radio telescope and a fascinating visitors center.
Arecibo Lighthouse & Historical Park
(787) 880-7540. Road 655, Bo. Islote, Arecibo. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday to Friday. 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Picture-perfect lighthouse, children’s park, and a small zoo. Don’t miss the Pirates Cave.
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