https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/discover puerto rico/ Discover Puerto Rico News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:56:45+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-and-matador-network-highlight-the-islands-adventurous/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-and-matador-network-highlight-the-islands-adventurous/ Puerto Rico isn’t just a place to vacation; it’s an oasis for deeper connections with the natural world and with yourself. Discover Puerto Rico and their agency of record R&R Partners teamed up with Matador Network to present the island through the eyes of a local in a three-part series, “Puerto Rico: Mountains to Coast,” streaming now on Matador Network and Roku. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:53:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-launches-awaken-your-senses-a-global-campaign-built-on/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-launches-awaken-your-senses-a-global-campaign-built-on/ Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official destination marketing organization, today announced the launch of “Awaken Your Senses,” a new global marketing campaign anchored in consumer psychology insights that positions Puerto Rico as a destination where travelers reconnect with joy, belonging and culture through sensory experiences. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:20:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/fitur-2026-davelyn-tardi-public-relations-director-discover-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/fitur-2026-davelyn-tardi-public-relations-director-discover-puerto-rico/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctm-2025-cristina-fernandes-discover-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctm-2025-cristina-fernandes-discover-puerto-rico/ Thu, 22 May 2025 12:32:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-launches-the-green-path/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-launches-the-green-path/ In celebration of Earth Day, Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), proudly announces the launch of The Green Path, an innovative new microsite empowering visitors to become certified “Responsible Travelers” through engaging educational content and immersive storytelling rooted in sustainability. This interactive platform is a pivotal part of the organization’s broader commitment to promoting responsible tourism and preserving Puerto Rico’s unique natural, cultural, and historical assets for generations to come. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:11:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/this-valentines-day-discover-puerto-rico-launches-initiative-to-inspire-con/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/this-valentines-day-discover-puerto-rico-launches-initiative-to-inspire-con/ Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announces its Valentine’s Day initiative, “Love Letter from Puerto Rico,” with Puerto Rican actor and producer Amaury Nolasco. As an extension of the DMO’s Live Boricua campaign, this emotive video is an open invitation for travelers to experience Puerto Rico’s rich diversity and a reminder to explore the Island with respect. By celebrating Puerto Rico’s vibrant spirit, culture, and communities, it aims to foster deeper connections while promoting mindful and responsible travel. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:15:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-celebrates-a-record-breaking-2024-and-looks-ahead-to-2/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-celebrates-a-record-breaking-2024-and-looks-ahead-to-2/ Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announces a record-breaking year for Puerto Rico’s tourism industry in 2024. Fueled by innovative collaborations and strategic efforts, Puerto Rico experienced remarkable growth in air travel, lodging, and employment within the leisure and hospitality sectors. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 07:48:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-relaxes-entry-requirements-for-vaccinated-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-relaxes-entry-requirements-for-vaccinated-travellers/ Discover Puerto Rico has confirmed fully-vaccinated visitors from mainland United States will no longer require a Covid-19 test on arrival into the destination. Wed, 26 May 2021 07:49:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-offers-virtual-salsa-cocktails-and-cooking/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-offers-virtual-salsa-cocktails-and-cooking/ “We encourage travellers to daydream about our island now and consider a visit later, when the time is right,” said Brad Dean, chief executive of Discover Puerto Rico. Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:06:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aloft-san-juan-takes-brand-into-caribbean-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aloft-san-juan-takes-brand-into-caribbean-for-first-time/ Aloft Hotels has welcomed the opening of Aloft San Juan, the first hotel from the brand in the Caribbean. By mixing art, technology and music, Aloft San Juan introduces a new social scene with a fresh approach that differentiates itself from the traditional hotel offering. Wed, 12 Feb 2020 15:41:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-moves-global-summit-from-puerto-rico-to-cancun/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-moves-global-summit-from-puerto-rico-to-cancun/ The financial resources that had been set aside for the WTTC event will instead be focused on impactful, consumer-facing campaigns, the organisation confirmed. Wed, 29 Jan 2020 08:57:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-regency-grand-reserve-puerto-rico-opens-after-extensive-renovations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-regency-grand-reserve-puerto-rico-opens-after-extensive-renovations/ The renovated Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico has opened to reveal a sophisticated, oceanfront haven that pulses Caribbean confidence on a secluded 72 acres of tropical lush gardens. Tue, 24 Dec 2019 08:34:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/leah-chandler-chief-marketing-officer-discover-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/leah-chandler-chief-marketing-officer-discover-puerto-rico/ As the island battles back from the impact of a devastating hurricane, Leah Chandler, chief marketing officer with Discover Puerto Rico, tells Breaking Travel News that the destination is very much open for business. With the World Travel & Tourism Council set to hosts its annual summit there next year, the future appears bright for the Caribbean location. Mon, 04 Nov 2019 14:19:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-appoints-hills-balfour-to-global-representation-role/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-appoints-hills-balfour-to-global-representation-role/ Discover Puerto Rico has appointed United Kingdom-based travel representation and PR consultancy Hills Balfour, an MMGY Global company, as its international agency. Fri, 05 Jul 2019 08:43:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-tourism-council-global-summit-headed-to-puerto-rico-in-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-tourism-council-global-summit-headed-to-puerto-rico-in-2020/ The World Travel & Tourism Council has announced the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico as the destination for its 2020 Global Summit. The event is set to take place from April 21st-23rd next year. Thu, 04 Apr 2019 15:07:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/discover-puerto-rico-celebrates-hurricane-maria-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/discover-puerto-rico-celebrates-hurricane-maria-recovery/ Discover Puerto Rico as revealed a new initiative to underscore the progress Puerto Rico’s tourism industry has made since Hurricane Maria. Thu, 23 Aug 2018 07:30:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-urges-travellers-to-celebrate-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-puerto-rico-urges-travellers-to-celebrate-recovery/ Discover Puerto Rico as revealed a new initiative to underscore the progress Puerto Rico’s tourism industry has made since Hurricane Maria. Thu, 23 Aug 2018 07:28:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-prepares-for-puerto-rico-showcase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-hotel-tourism-association-prepares-for-puerto-rico-showcase/ The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association is encouraging tour operators to attend its Caribbean Marketplace which is being held in January in Puerto Rico as the destination has declared itself officially open for tourism. Fri, 05 Jan 2018 09:52:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-to-welcome-caribbean-travel-marketplace-in-show-of-strength-fol/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-to-welcome-caribbean-travel-marketplace-in-show-of-strength-fol/ Puerto Rico will host the Caribbean’s largest tourism marketing event in San Juan from January 30th -February 1st next year. The decision comes as officials work rapidly to prepare hotels and meeting facilities impacted by the recent hurricanes. Mon, 23 Oct 2017 08:26:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moczo-steps-up-to-lead-condado-vanderbilt-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moczo-steps-up-to-lead-condado-vanderbilt-hotel/ International Hospitality Enterprises has appointed Andrea Moczo as spa director for the Condado Vanderbilt Hotel. Located on prime beachfront in the chic Condado District of San Juan, the hotel reopened in 2014 following a $200 million renovation to unveil a spa sanctuary boasting Puerto Rico’s first and only Hammam. Fri, 28 Jul 2017 09:47:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-coco-beach-coming-to-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-coco-beach-coming-to-puerto-rico/ Meliá Hotels & Resorts has announced that its Puerto Rico retreat will be rebranded as Meliá Coco Beach. Previously part of the Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts family, the resort will undergo renovations throughout 2017 to transition to a different brand within the Meliá Hotels International portfolio. Fri, 14 Jul 2017 09:43:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-airlines-returns-to-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-airlines-returns-to-puerto-rico/ With reinstated direct flights to Puerto Rico from London Gatwick with Norwegian Airlines, the tropical Caribbean island has become the perfect destination for winter sun. The non-stop direct flights will operate twice a week between London Gatwick and the Caribbean from November 2016, meaning the exciting island of Puerto Rico is now just over nine hours away for UK travellers. Fri, 04 Nov 2016 09:51:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ac-hotel-by-marriott-breaks-ground-in-san-juan-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ac-hotel-by-marriott-breaks-ground-in-san-juan-puerto-rico/ The ground-breaking ceremony for the first AC Hotel by Marriott in San Juan took place earlier at 1369 Ashford Avenue, a privileged location within the active and progressive Condado Area. Ashford 1369 Hospitality, an affiliate of Interlink, acquired the former Radisson Ambassador Plaza & Casino. A comprehensive renovation of the property will take place to convert it into the sophisticated and contemporary Marriott International brand. Tue, 05 Jul 2016 12:25:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-tourism-company-hails-tourism-expo-a-success/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-tourism-company-hails-tourism-expo-a-success/ Puerto Rico Tourism Company stated today that the first edition of the International Tourism Expo – Puerto Rico was a definite success. More than 90 exhibitors from local and international companies and more than 480 travel agents from the United States, Europe, Latin America, China and Puerto Rico participated in the event which had an estimated impact of $900,000 to the local economy. Thu, 28 May 2015 11:26:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-volaris-flight-links-cancun-to-san-juan-puerto-rico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-volaris-flight-links-cancun-to-san-juan-puerto-rico/ Puerto Rico Tourism Company executive director Ingrid Rivera Rocafort has welcomed a new direct flight offered by Mexican airline Volaris from Cancun, Quintana Roo, to San Juan, Puerto Rico. The flight will also connect to Mexico City. Volaris is the Mexican low-cost airline with routes in Mexico and the United States. The route will begin operating as of July 2nd, 2015, every Thursday and Sunday. Wed, 13 May 2015 08:21:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-accommodation-figures-from-puerto-rico-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-accommodation-figures-from-puerto-rico-tourism/ Puerto Rico’s tourism industry continues to grow, as noted by the executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, Ingrid Rivera Rocafort, while announcing an increase of hotel occupancy rates for February 2015, compared to the same month during the previous year. “PRTC is pleased that the country’s preliminary numbers in hotel occupancy for the month of February 2015, project a strong increase trend of 4.8 points, compared to the same month in 2014,” she explained. Tue, 31 Mar 2015 08:29:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-to-welcome-largest-cruise-ships-in-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-to-welcome-largest-cruise-ships-in-2016/ Next year Puerto Rico will welcome the largest cruise ships in the world, Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas, both from the Royal Caribbean line. The news was announced earlier by Puerto Rico Tourism Company executive director, Ingrid Rivera Rocafort, and Port Authority executive director Colberg Ingrid Rodríguez.  Mon, 30 Mar 2015 08:52:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-welcomes-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2015/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-welcomes-caribbean-travel-marketplace-2015/ Puerto Rico has been hosting the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2015 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center. The event is considered one of the most important symposiums of the tourism industry in the Caribbean. Ingrid Rivera Rocafort, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, explained that around 1,100 delegates from 29 different countries were expected to attend. Sat, 31 Jan 2015 09:39:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-tourism-company-launches-agricultural-tourism-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-tourism-company-launches-agricultural-tourism-programme/ Executive director for the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, Ingrid Rivera Rocafort, has announced the start of the agency’s Agricultural Tourism Program with the official certification of Hacienda Tres Ángeles in the municipality of Adjuntas, located at the Island’s central mountainous region. Agricultural Tourism is a form of sustainable tourism, in which the visitor has the opportunity to learn about agricultural areas, tasks, local products, native foods and the region’s everyday life, as well as the destination’s cultural heritage and traditions. Sat, 15 Nov 2014 11:14:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/orbitz-partners-with-puerto-rico-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/orbitz-partners-with-puerto-rico-tourism/ Leading online travel company Orbitz Worldwide has partnered with Puerto Rico Tourism Co. to launch “Orbitz Originals: Secrets of Puerto Rico,” a 10-part online video series that is hosted by award-winning travel expert Richard Bangs and is available for viewing at Orbitz.com/PuertoRico. Sun, 08 Jun 2014 00:00:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-high-end-hotels-rum-events-attract-the-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-high-end-hotels-rum-events-attract-the-world/ Seems that Puerto Rico is attracting new tourists, putting the Island back on the map. When it comes to high-end hospitality, four new top notch hotels have opened in the 35 x 100 miles island. Tue, 04 Feb 2014 02:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aerostar-airport-holdings-to-run-san-juan-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aerostar-airport-holdings-to-run-san-juan-airport/ Aerostar Airport Holdings has won the right to run Luis Munoz Marin Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, for the next 40 years. Mexican company Aerostar already operates nine airports in Mexico, including Cancun. Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:42:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-launches-salsa-national-marketing-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-launches-salsa-national-marketing-campaign/ Puerto Rico Tourism Company has launched a national marketing campaign enticing travellers to learn to salsa on the eastern Caribbean island. Angie Sloan, regional director for PRTC in the UK, said: “The destination has been opened up significantly to travellers from the UK since the launch of British Airway’s direct flight from London Gatwick and this campaign will showcase the destination as one that invites a mix of Latin, Caribbean and American cultures, particularly in Old San Juan, reborn in recent years as one of North America’s hottest urban destinations and the place to experience Puerto Rican salsa.” Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:19:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-tourism-company-rolls-out-digital-initiatives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-tourism-company-rolls-out-digital-initiatives/ Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) has launched PRTC’s new digital promotional strategies, which include a redesigned website with enhanced navigation and the expansion to new digital platforms. Tue, 05 Jun 2012 15:00:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-prepares-uk-advertising-campaign-with-agent-party/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-prepares-uk-advertising-campaign-with-agent-party/ To launch its Puerto Rican Salsa season, the eastern Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico will be inviting agents to join in the action with a party at Floridita in London’s west end. The event will launch a national advertising campaign by the tourism authority, which is looking to raise the profile of Puerto Rico to the UK market. Thu, 31 May 2012 15:22:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iberia-boosts-services-to-san-jose-costa-rica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iberia-boosts-services-to-san-jose-costa-rica/ Spanish flag-carrier Iberia has announced plans to increase its capacity on flights between Madrid and San Jose in Costa Rica by 5.5 per cent, to offer a total of 234,000 seats this year. The carrier – part of International Airlines Group - will use A340-600 aircraft, which have an extra 100 seats each.  Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:43:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-in-tourism-promotion-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-in-tourism-promotion-drive/ US Commerce Secretary John Bryson today appointed Mario González-Lafuente, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC), to the Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB) of the US Department of Commerce, as part of a strategy to promote the United States. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 10:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-seeks-to-boost-arrivals-with-new-puerto-rico-tourist-region/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-seeks-to-boost-arrivals-with-new-puerto-rico-tourist-region/ Puerto Rico Tourism Company has published plans to launch a new tourism region, named Porte Atlantico, on the north coast of the Caribbean island. The region will capitalise on its major tourism attractions, the Rio Camuy Cave Park, the third-largest cave system in the world, and the Arecibo Observatory, home to the planet’s largest and most sensitive radio telescope and a filming location for Bond movie Goldeneye. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:46:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-boosts-caribbean-hotel-offering-with-1bn-investment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-boosts-caribbean-hotel-offering-with-1bn-investment/ Puerto Rico is bidding to secure a larger slice of the UK’s Caribbean travel market over the next 12 months with a $1 billion in hotel developments set to deliver 15,000 bed spaces on the island during 2012. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:51:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-celebrates-arrival-of-the-rum-diary/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-celebrates-arrival-of-the-rum-diary/ The latest Johnny Depp film, The Rum Diary, shot entirely in Puerto Rico over 49 days, generated nearly $20 million in economic activity on the island, 200 direct jobs and more than 6,000 hotel room nights. Johnny Depp also had high praise for the island and brought his wife, Vanessa Paradis, and children to Puerto Rico during filming, confirming its identity as a celebrity hotspot. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:34:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-reaps-rewards-of-tourism-initiative/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/puerto-rico-reaps-rewards-of-tourism-initiative/ Newly-released figures from the Puerto Rico Tourism Company have revealed a steady increase in the number of visitors to the Caribbean destination, effectively demonstrating the success a new marketing campaign. First quarter 2011 hotel occupancy rates show a four percent increase over 2010, and Puerto Rico tourism officials anticipate a three-to-four percent rise in total tourism visits this year. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:01:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/puerto-rico-rediscovered-gem-of-the-caribbean/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/puerto-rico-rediscovered-gem-of-the-caribbean/ Nestled just a few miles south of the American mainland, Puerto Rico is an established cruise destination. But with European visitors now being targeted with an expanded offering, Breaking Travel News called in to check out the latest developments in this rapidly developing Caribbean destination. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 10:19:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20070119132900314/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20070119132900314/ The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) has launched an on-line reservation system offering in-depth information for lodging and flight options specifically for the island. Fri, 19 Jan 2007 13:29:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060608102534605/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060608102534605/ Puerto Rico Tourism is launching Its newest regional branding program introducing ‘Porta Caribe’ to develop tourism in Southern Puerto Rico. Thu, 08 Jun 2006 11:37:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20040122102927686/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20040122102927686/ By Marvin A. Hokstam:No destination in the Caribbean seems to realise better than Puerto Rico that inventiveness is key in today’s world economy. The Spanish speaking US state is pouring multi millions into constructing the largest convention centre in the region and has committed to competing aggressively for a fair share in the rapidly growing ‘convention tourism market’. At the end of a tour of the facilities, still under construction, at the entrance of Old San Juan, one could not but agree with a lenticular postcard sized flyer that interchanges from an artist’s rendition of the Convention Centre into a huge wave. “The design of the building depicts the waves of the sea that surround us,” explained Ana Viscasillas, Vice President, Marketing of the Puerto Rico Convention Bureau. No doubt. The island is evidently ready to take the convention tourism market by storm. Thu, 22 Jan 2004 10:29:42 +0000