Meeting and Planning Guide
ERT O R I C O ’ S OFFI
When you think about Puerto Rico, images of year-round warm weather, turquoise waters, historic cities, worldrenowned music, and lush rainforests immediately come to mind. By choosing to Make Your Meeting Boricua, your event will be fully immersed in a unique local experience and held at the most advanced Convention Center in the Caribbean. Our diverse range of hotels and resorts are perfectly suited to meet your event needs. Whether you prefer a blend of business and leisure in a tropical setting, the charm of a historic hotel for a more intimate gathering, or the luxury of a beachfront resort, we have it all.
Traveling to Puerto Rico is now easier than ever, with direct flights available from major domestic cities such as New York, Chicago, Boston, Denver, Houston, Charlotte, Atlanta, and Miami, to name a few. Once on the island, transportation options including taxis, rideshares, public transportation, and group transfer companies make it convenient for travelers to reach any destination. After settling in, you can explore the Puerto Rico Convention Center District, which boasts over 600,000 square feet of meeting space, four hotels within walking distance, and Distrito T-Mobile, an open-air entertainment and culinary experiential venue.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, Puerto Rico offers a multitude of attractions to discover. Take a stroll around Old San Juan, the oldest city under US jurisdiction, or embark on a hiking adventure in the only tropical rainforest within the US Forest System. Experience the magic of kayaking on three of the world’s five bioluminescent bays or take a thrilling ride on the longest zipline in the Americas, soaring over lush tropical forest canopies. Your attendees will have a truly unique and unforgettable experience in Puerto Rico.
The warmth and hospitality of the Boricuas, the locals of Puerto Rico, will make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. Elevate your attendees’ experience by choosing Puerto Rico as the destination for your next meeting. With the convenience and amenities of a US destination combined with the culturally diverse atmosphere of an international experience, Puerto Rico offers a truly special setting without the need for a passport. The sales team at Discover Puerto Rico is ready to assist you in Making Your Meeting Boricua.
Find out more at DiscoverPuertoRico.com/meetings.
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Table of Contents A Why Puerto Rico? 07 B Getting Here 09 C Getting Around 11 D Puerto Rico Convention Center, Meeting Space and Hotels 15 E Maps 26 F Venues 31 G Experience Puerto Rico 33 H Connect with our Sales Team 36 I Destination experience services 40
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Why Puerto Rico?
AIR ACCESS
A full service international airport with ample direct airlift from many U.S. destinations, offering, lounges, shops, restaurants, and TSA PreCheck® and CLEAR services for passengers.
CUSTOMS
All inbound U.S. flights are considered domestic and you do not need a passport to travel to Puerto Rico. If entering from an international destination, visa and passport requirements apply as they would entering the United States.
LANGUAGE
Spanish and English are spoken across the Island.
CULTURE
Puerto Rico offers a diverse cultural experience for attendees and visitors with the easy of access and a close to home feel.
CURRENCY
The Island uses the U.S. dollar (USD).
CLIMATE
Tropical weather between 70°F and 90°F (21°C and 32°C) degrees year-round.
MEETING SPACE
Puerto Rico has a portfolio of diverse meeting and event spaces at hotels, off-site venues, and the largest Convention Center in the Caribbean.
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SECTION B Getting Here DIRECT AIR ACCESS TO PUERTO RICO AVERAGE FLIGHT TIME FROM SELECT DESTINATIONS TO PUERTO RICO Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport 15 AIRLINES 125+ daily flights 10 MINUTES From Old San Juan by car 7 MILES Away from the Puerto Rico Convention Center Frontier Airlines United Airlines Delta Air lines Southwest Copa Airlines Spirit Airlines JetBlue Airways 2 52 53 30 3 66 18 22 09 Texas DFW, HOU, IAH Detroit, MI DTW Minneapolis, MN MSP New York City, NY JFK Philadelphia, PA PHL St. Louis, MO STL Boston, MA BOS Newark, NJ EWR Puerto Rico Chicago, IL ORD, MDW Cleveland, OH CLE North Carolina CLT, RDU Nashville, TN BNA Washington, DC IAD, DCA Baltimore, MD BWI Hartford, CT BDL Florida, FL FLL, JAX, MIA, MCO, TPA Atlanta, GA ATL Denver,CO DEN American Airlines Iberia Airlines
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Getting Around
TO AND FROM THE LUIS MUÑOZ MARÍN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
TAXIS
Taxis are an easy and fast way to move around in the San Juan metropolitan area. You will find the taxi lane just outside the baggage claim area. Rates are fixed between the airport and the main tourism areas, including the Puerto Rico Convention Center District. Also, you will find taxi lanes outside the main entrances of most hotels and tourist attractions. You can also hail a taxi or call one to come and pick you up.
RIDESHARE
Ridesharing is available as an option for transportation. Outside the baggage claim at the airport, follow the signs to the designated pick-up area and use your preferred app to schedule your ride.
GROUP ORGANIZED TRANSFERS
There are companies that offer transfer services for groups all sizes. These companies are able to have designated staff inside the baggage terminal and meet up with the group attendees and assist them with baggage and guidance toward the transfer bus.
RENTAL CARS
If you plan to be in Puerto Rico for over three days or want to venture out of the San Juan metropolitan area, renting a car is a practical option. There are 14 companies for you to choose from including major car rental companies and Puerto Rican local companies. You will find a Car Rental center just outside baggage claim at the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport.
E-SCOOTERS AND E-BIKES
Several companies are available, and you will find e-scooters and e-bikes in various neighborhoods in San Juan. Use your preferred app to use this service.
Visit our website www.DiscoverPuertoRico.com/transportation or scan for additional information.
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Regions & Things To Do
Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory and the easternmost Island of the Greater Antilles. With 78 municipalities, the archipelago is around 1,000 miles southeast of Miami and sits between the Dominican Republic to the west and the Virgin Islands to the east. The Island is divided into the following six regions:
METRO
In the San Juan metro area, visitors can explore the captivating architecture of the 500-year-old, Old San Juan, visit world-class art museums like the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, savor delicious cuisine at trendy restaurants, and experience vibrant nightlife in areas like Condado and Santurce, where traditional local culture merges seamlessly with urban energy.
NORTH
This region known for its large limestone hills, is outlined by the northern karst, a protected landscape characterized by unique stone peaks lurking over the green forests. Visitors can explore numerous cave systems, discover secluded beaches, hike through state forests, and indulge in outlet shopping, all while enjoying breathtaking natural beauty and picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean.
SOUTH
A vibrant region filled with natural beauty and serene landscapes like the Guánica State Dry Forest. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history and architectural gems of cities like Ponce, known for its colorful colonial buildings, and partake in lively carnivals and festivals that showcase the local culture and the hospitality of its people.
EAST
A haven for beach and adventure lovers, offering pristine stretches of sand like Luquillo Beach and Flamenco Beach in Culebra, or hike the only rainforest in the U.S. Forest System. The region also offers many boating excursions to the nearby cays and has two of the Islands breathtaking bioluminescent bay, where visitors can witness the magical phenomenon of glowing waters caused by microscopic organisms.
WEST
A paradise for sunset enthusiasts, offering mesmerizing views that will leave you in awe. With a laid-back vibe, pristine beaches, and exhilarating watersports, this region is a haven for relaxation and adventure. Known as the surf capital of the Caribbean, it provides the perfect opportunity to disconnect from your busy life and reconnect with your inner peace while riding the waves or simply basking in the beauty of this coastal gem.
CENTRAL MOUNTAINS
From exploring the fascinating Taíno sites that provide a glimpse into the island’s indigenous heritage to embarking on gastronomical routes that highlight the rich culinary traditions of the region, visitors can also tour coffee haciendas and rum distilleries, immersing themselves in the island’s agricultural heritage. Throughout the journey, they will encounter the warm and genuine hospitality of the Boricua people, making their experience even more memorable.
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SAN JUAN
Is the capital of Puerto Rico where you will find and array of offerings, vibrant communities, and a gateway to our Boricua culture.
CASTILLO SAN FELIPE DEL MORRO
Part of the Island’s Spanish heritage, El Morro sits on a corner of Old San Juan offering stunning ocean views and glimpe of the past colonial Island life.
PARQUE DE BOMBAS
Is the Island's most photographed landmark and was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. It was the Island's first-ever fire station and now houses a museum.
EL YUNQUE NATIONAL FOREST
The only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest system, is home to hundreds of unique flora and fauna species, as well as hiking trails, waterfalls, natural pools, and stunning views.
BIOLUMINESCENT BAYS
The Island is home to 3 of the world's 5 bio bays, which are composed of dinoflagellates that produce light when stimulated by movement. Mosquito Bay in Vieques is recognized as the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world.
COFFEE CULTURE
Take a tour of a working coffee hacienda in Puerto Rico during the 1800s, when coffee was an important agricultural product. Some haciendas with beautiful grounds and lush tours include Hacienda Lealtad, Hacienda Tres Angeles, and Hacienda San Pedro.
DISTRITO T-MOBILE ®
A five-acre experiential complex offers a multisensory, audiovisual, and technologically advanced experience with an exhilarating urban zipline and authentic local cuisine.
RUM DISTILLERIES
Puerto Rico is home to 11 distilleries, producing 70% of the rum sold in the USA. Casa Bacardí is the world's largest premium rum distillery and Ron del Barrilito is the oldest rum distillery, aged since 1880 at Hacienda Santa Ana. Don Q offers historical tours at Castillo Serrallés.
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Puerto Rico Convention Center
QUICK FACTS
TOTAL SPACE
600,000 sq. ft.
E XHIBIT HALL
152,700 sq. ft.
HI GH CEILINGS 30 ft.
ME ETING ROOMS AND BREAKOUTS
15 rooms that can be configured to 29 breakouts
B ALLROOM
39,500 sq. ft.
O UTDOOR TERRACE
12,800 sq. ft.
L OADING DOCK
Can accommodate 22 tractor trailers
F LOOR PANELS
Water, compressed air, and drainage floor panels
BR OADBAND AND WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY 500 MBPS
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Meeting Space
MEETING SPACE LEVEL ONE - EXHIBIT HALL
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FEET OR SQUARE FEET METERS OR SQUARE METERS BOOTH SEATING CAPACITIES Area Length Width Height Area Length Width Height 10’X10’ Theater Banquet Classroom Reception Exhibition Hall (Total) 152,700 268 574 30 14,186 81.7 175 9.1 794 16,576 7,560 7,605 12,000 Exhibit Hall A 40,500 268 152 30 3,763 81.7 46.3 9.1 210 4,020 1,980 2,145 3,500 Exhibit Hall B 71,300 268 270 30 6,624 81.7 82.3 9.1 372 6,510 3,600 3,315 6,500 Exhibit Hall C 40,900 268 152 30 3,800 81.7 46.3 9.1 212 4,140 1,800 2,145 3,500 8’X10’ Meeting Rooms (Total) 14,900 - - - 1,384 - - - - - - -Meeting Rm 101 (Total) 3,200 60 60 16 297 18.3 18.3 4.9 16 334 160 160 336 101-A 1,600 59 30 16 149 18 9.1 4.9 8 156 80 99 168 101-B 1,600 61 30 16 149 18.6 9.1 4.9 8 156 80 9 168 Meeting Rm 102 (Total) 3,818 49 89 16 355 14.9 27.1 4.9 18 353 200 198 400 102-A 1,300 47 29 16 121 14.3 8.8 4.9 5 112 60 81 137 102-B 1,300 49 30 16 121 14.9 9.1 4.9 6 121 60 81 137 102-C 1,200 51 30 16 111 15.5 9.1 4.9 7 102 50 58 126 Meeting Rm 103 (Total) 3,100 60 58 16 288 18.3 17.7 4.9 18 344 200 186 337 103-A 1,500 60 30 16 139 18.3 9.1 4.9 9 172 80 93 168 103-B 1,600 60 28 16 149 18.3 8.5 4.9 9 172 80 93 169 Meeting Rm 102 (Total) 4,800 60 90 16 446 18.3 27.4 4.9 22 456 280 260 505 104-A 1,500 60 31 16 139 18.3 9.4 4.9 7 156 80 99 158 104-B 1,700 60 30 16 158 18.3 9.1 4.9 7 156 80 99 179 104-C 1,600 60 30 16 149 18.3 9.1 4.9 8 156 80 99 168 Conference Room 546 - - - 51 - - 30 PPL 50 20 30 50 Concourses 9,564 - - - 889 - -17
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MEETING SPACE LEVEL TWO - MEETING ROOMS
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FEET OR SQUARE FEET METERS OR SQUARE METERS BOOTH SEATING CAPACITIES Area Length Width Height Area Length Width Height 8’X10’ Theater Banquet Classroom Reception Meeting Rooms (Total) 22,687 - - - 2,108 183 17.7 4.9 - - - -MeetingRm 201 (Total) 3,200 60 58 16 297 17.7 8.8 4.9 16 288 160 190 336 201-A 1,600 58 29 16 149 17.7 8.8 4.9 8 144 80 90 168 201-B 1,600 58 29 16 149 14.9 25.6 4.9 8 144 80 90 168 Meeting RM 2012 (Total) 3,600 49 84 16 334 14.3 7.6 4.9 12 328 180 200 389 201-A 1,300 47 25 16 121 14.3 7.6 4.9 6 126 60 84 137 202-B 1,300 47 25 16 121 15.5 8.8 4.9 5 126 60 84 137 202-C 1,000 51 29 16 93 13.7 9.6 4.6 3 105 50 56 115 Meeting Rm 203 1,400 45 32 15 130 14 9.6 4.6 7 147 70 80 147 Meeting Rm 204 1,400 46 32 15 130 8.2 5.5 4.6 7 150 90 96 147 Meeting Rm 205 450 27 18 15 42 9.1 9.1 4.6 - 38 20 30 40 Meeting Rm 206 800 30 30 15 74 8.2 11.9 4.6 - 72 40 49 84 Meeting Rm 207 1,100 27 39 15 102 18.3 28.7 4.9 - 106 60 60 116 Meeting Rm 208 (Total) 4,900 60 94 16 455 18.3 8.8 4.9 22 600 280 327 516 208-A 1,600 60 29 16 149 18.3 8.8 4.9 9 158 80 99 168 208-B 1,700 60 29 16 158 18.3 9.1 4.9 8 169 80 99 180 208-C 1,600 60 30 16 149 18.3 27.4 4.9 8 169 80 99 168 Meeting Rm 209 (Total) 4,900 60 89 16 455 18.3 9.1 4.9 22 441 280 315 516 209-A 1,600 60 30 16 149 18.3 9.4 4.9 8 156 80 99 168 209-B 1,700 60 31 16 158 18.3 9.1 4.9 7 156 80 99 180 209-C 1,600 60 30 16 149 18.3 5.5 4.9 8 156 80 99 168 Meeting Rm 210 400 29 18 15 37 9 5.5 4.6 - 50 20 27 35 Meeting Rm 211 537 32 18 15 50 9 28.3 4.6 - 50 20 27 50 Mezzanine Suite 3,966 42 93 - 368 12.8 - - - 320 180 195 400 Concourses 21,763 - - - 2,022 - - - - - -Prefunction 5,123 - - - 476 - - - -320 400 19
Meeting Space
MEETING SPACE LEVEL THREE - BALLROOM AND TERRACE
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FEET OR SQUARE FEET METERS OR SQUARE METERS SEATING CAPACITIES Area Length Width Height Area Length Width Height Theater Banquet Classroom Reception Ballroom (Total) 39,551 145 278 26-45 3,674 44.1 84.7 8-14 4,648 2,130 2,676 3,934 Ballroom A 25,563 150 170 26-45 2,375 45.7 51.8 8-14 2,340 1,320 1,710 2,450 Ballroom B 13,988 151 92 26-45 1,300 46.0 28 8-14 1,260 590 858 1,288 Terrace 12,832 203 84 - 1,192 61.9 25.6 - - 600 - 1,200 Prefunction 22,651 - - - 2,104 - - - - - -21
Hotels
Puerto Rico offers an array of meeting properties across the Island. The list includes properties with more than 1,000 square feet of meeting space.
OLD SAN JUAN
CONDADO
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PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Hyatt House San Juan 126 99 1 980 980 50 Hyatt Place San Juan 149 3 2 3,183 2,889 250 Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino 503 22 8 35,000 16,289 1,716 Courtyard by Marriott San Juan Miramar 135 10 1 840 420 30 Aloft San Juan 177 2 1 3,500 3,500 200
PUERTO RICO CONVENTION CENTER DISTRICT
PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Hotel El Convento 81 8 5 6,955 2,772 150 Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel 240 42 9 9,114 2,695 250
PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Best Western Condado Palm 186 4 2 1,875 1,560 100 Caribe Hilton 652 39 28 65,000 11,244 1,340 The Condado Vanderbilt Hotel 317 101 6 14,300 8,100 636 Doubletree by Hilton San Juan 184 N/A 5 2,260 565 50 La Concha, A Renaissance Resort 417 204 5 13,428 5,576 610 San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino 531 35 11 22,210 7,000 800 Condado Ocean Club 96 N/A 3 2,472 2,184 100 The Condado Plaza Hilton 571 62 14 47,000 13,000 11,000 AC Hotel San Juan 233 46 8 14,151 2,100 141
ISLA VERDE
NORTH PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Hyatt Place Manatí 104 3 2 1,965 1,965 140 SOUTH PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Aloft Ponce 143 9 5 5,041 3,835 300 Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort 225 10 18 26,526 12,000 1,440 Holiday Inn Tropical Casino Ponce 117 7 1 1,200 1,200 80 Caribe Hotel 119 2 2 2,550 1,950 120 Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino 64 1 2 3,800 3,800 200 23
PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort 260 22 5 7,010 2,414 150 Fairmont El San Juan Hotel 388 84 13 40,000 11,000 1,222 Embassy Suites by HiltonSan Juan Hotel & Casino 313 300 3 8,973 4,370 500 Royal Sonesta San Juan 398 10 16 24,000 6,038 600 Tryp by Wyndham Isla Verde 109 N/A 6 3,105 1,761 150 Verdanza Hotel 222 9 9 16,000 3,922 400 PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Hyatt Place Bayamón 156 4 2 1,089 1,089 125 Dorado Beach, A Ritz Carlton Reserve 100 14 4 10,358 4,558 500 Embassy Suites by Hilton Dorado del Mar Beach Resort 174 174 10 21,000 6,150 700 METRO
PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY Holiday Inn Mayagüez & El Tropical Casino 141 4 4 3,405 2,580 250 Mayagüez Resort & Casino 210 4 4 8,112 8,112 800 Rincón Beach Resort 112 24 4 4,750 3,384 300 Punta Borinquen Resort 92 18 5 3,400 3,400 350 Courtyard by Marriott Aguadilla 145 7 5 4,000 3,785 250 EAST PROPERTY TOTAL ROOMS SUITES MEETING ROOMS TOTAL MTG SPACE LARGEST MTG ROOM CAPACITY El Conquistador Resort 368 10 49 100,000 21,090 2,050 Fajardo Inn 127 20 3 5,992 4,000 160 Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico 579 6 14 41,208 12,000 1,200 St. Regis Bahía Beach Resort Puerto Rico 139 35 7 8,972 4,662 420 Wyndham Grand Río Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort 400 39 24 48,000 20,913 3,302 Four Points by Sheraton Caguas Real Hotel & Casino 125 33 9 9,746 1,950 200 Wyndham Palmas Beach & Golf Resort 107 25 6 14,000 6,000 350 24
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SECTION E Maps SAN JUAN METRO
MAPS
PUERTO RICO CONVENTION DISTRICT/ MIRAMAR
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan - Hotel & Casino
Residence
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Balneario del Escambrón Playita del Condado Condado Ocean Park Isla Verde 7 10 LOCATIONS Puerto Rico Convention Center Castillo San Felipe del Morro Plaza Las Américas Mall of San Juan 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 La Placita Calle Cerra Calle Loíza Distrito T-Mobile Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico Museo de Arte Contemporáneo 16 17 18 19 20 METRO AREA LODGING OLD SAN JUAN CasaBlanca Hotel Decanter Hotel Fortaleza Suites Hotel El Convento Hotel Milano Hotel Palacio Provincial La Terraza de San Juan My Hotel in Puerto Rico Sheraton Old San Juan Villa Herencia Hotel
Hotel by Marriott San Juan Condado
Boutique Hotel Best Western Plus Condado Palm Inn & Suites Canario Boutique Hotel Caribe Hilton Abitta Boutique Hotel Condado Ocean Club Condado Vanderbilt Hotel Coral Princess Hotel - San Juan 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Costa Bahía Hotel at Paseo Caribe Doubletree by Hilton - San Juan Dream Inn PR El Canario Lagoon Hotel Holiday Inn Express San Juan La Concha Resort Mont Caribe Guest House
Boutique Hotel
Fifty Five
Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino The Condado Plaza Hilton
Ivy Hotel
Tryst Beachfront Hotel
Wave Hotel Trópica Beach
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Aloft San Juan Ciqala Luxury
Courtyard by Marriott San Juan Miramar Don
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Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan Resort Hotel Villa del Sol
La Playita Hotel
Máre St. Clair Hotel
Verdanza Hotel 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 76 75 DORADO
Embassy
Inn by Marriott San Juan Isla Verde Royal Sonesta San Juan San Juan Airport Hotel The Ritz-Carlton San Juan TRYP by Wyndham Isla Verde
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Suites by Hilton Dorado del Mar Beach Resort Hyatt Residence Club Dorado, Hacienda del Mar
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METRO AREA LODGING MAP OLD SAN JUAN ISLA GRANDE CONDADO SANTURCE OCEAN PARK HATO REY ISLA VERDE CAROLINA LUIS MUÑOZ MARÍN INT’L AIRPORT (SJU) DORADO MIRAMAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 SAN JUAN METRO MAP 13 14 15 OLD SAN JUAN ISLA GRANDE CONDADO SANTURCE OCEAN PARK HATO REY ISLA VERDE CAROLINA LUIS MUÑOZ MARÍN INT’L AIRPORT (SJU) DORADO MIRAMAR 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 PR 25R PR 26 PR 22 PR 18 PR 22 PR 26 PR 25R PR 26 PR 22 PR 18 PR 22 PR 26 27
EAST REGION MAP
EAST AREA LODGING
Four Points By Sheraton Caguas Real Hotel & Casino
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
El Conquistador Resort
Wyndham Palmas Beach & Golf Resort
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Laguna Grande Kioskos de Luquillo
Carabali Hacienda Siesta Alegre/ The Barn 1 2 3 4 5 6 CULEBRA CAGUAS SAN JUAN GUAYNABO BAYAMÓN TRUJILLO ALTO CAROLINA VIEQUES CANÓVANAS LOÍZA LUQUILLO FAJARDO CEIBA NAGUABO LAS PIEDRAS JUNCOS GURABO SAN LORENZO YABUCOA MANUABO PATILLAS ARROYO GUAYAMA SALINAS CAYEY CIDRA AGUAS BUENAS COMERÍO NARANJITO TOA ALTA TOA BAJA CATAÑO AIBONITO HUMACAO LUIS MUÑOZ MARÍN INT’L AIRPORT (SJU) ANTONIO RIVERA RODRÍGUEZ AIRPORT (VQS) BENJAMÍN RIVERA NORIEGA AIRPORT (CPX) PR 66 PR 3 PR 53 PR 3 PR 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 CAYO ICACOS 10 11 10 11 RÍO GRANDE 7 PR 191
El Yunque National Forest
Hacienda
WEST REGION MAP
WEST AREA LODGING
Rincon Beach Resort
Holiday Inn Mayagüez Resort & Tropical Casino
Mayagüez Resort and Casino
Mayagüez Plaza Hotel, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Posada Hotel Colonial
Parguera Plaza Hotel
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Parador
Hotel El Guajataca Royal Isabela
El Faro
Parador
Copamarina Beach Resort and Spa 12 13 14 15 16 BEACHES Crash Boat Domes Boquerón Buyé El Combate Playuela Cayo Aurora 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 17 18 LOCATIONS Cabo Rojo Convention Center 19
Guánica 1929
GUÁNICA LAJAS MAYAGÜEZ LARES CAMUY MARICAO LAS MARÍAS AÑASCO AGUADA AGUADILLA MOCA SAN SEBASTIÁN RINCÓN ISABELA HORMIGUEROS SAN GERMÁN QUEBRADILLAS SABANA GRANDE YAUCO PR 2 PR 100 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
RAFAEL HERNÁNDEZ INT’L AIRPORT (BQN)
CABO ROJO
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Venues
Puerto Rico has an array of off-site venue options ranging from historic spaces, museums, rooftops, haciendas, and outdoor options that have the beach as your backdrop. These event spaces will inspire your attendees while you Make Your Meeting Boricua.
LIST OF SELECTED VENUE SPACES :
• Casa de España
• Antiguo Casino
• Museo de Arte Contemporáneo
• Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico
• La Arcada in Old San Juan
• Puerto Rico Convention Center
• Conservatorio de Música
• Vivo Beach Club
• Hacienda Campo Rico
• Hacienda Siesta Alegre and The Barn
• Casa Bacardí
• Distrito T-Mobile
• El Portál de El Yunque
• Ron del Barrilito
• ICP - Casa Blanca
• ICP - El Bastión
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Experience Puerto Rico
ATTENDEE EXPERIENCE IN PUERTO RICO
We understand that the return on experience is part of a successful program. Your clients and attendees will have a special meeting or event in Puerto Rico. Our destination offers tangible and intangible products that will provide visitors with new perspectives and ways to interact. You can host an event under the largest LED screens in the Caribbean, offer a hands-on cooking class with tropical ingredients, or taste specialty rum notes in a quaint setting. Your group can reconnect with nature at El Yunque National Forest or volunteer at a local farm or community. Puerto Rico will provide for a refreshed mindset to your clients that will last long after they have returned home.
CULTURE AND HISTORY
Living Boricua means embracing the spirit of adventure and finding joy in every moment. Whether you’re relaxing on a beautiful beach, discovering hidden swimming holes, savoring the crunch of alcapurrias, or joining a lively salsa dance party in the streets, Puerto Rico invites you to fully embrace each experience. When you choose to Make Your Meeting Boricua, your attendees will be immersed in a unique cultural journey that only Puerto Rico can offer.
The vibrancy of our island stems from over 500 years of rich history and the blending of diverse cultures. This fusion is evident in every aspect of our identity, as the traditions of the Taíno, African, and Spanish have interwoven to create a distinct Puerto Rican identity. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Spanish colonial architecture, taste flavors influenced by African heritage, and hear the lingo still used by locals from the Taíno culture. Puerto Rico’s identity is a beautiful melting pot, where different cultures come together harmoniously. Throughout your stay, you will experience this cultural richness in every sight, taste, and sound, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
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GASTRONOMY AND MUSIC
With endless evolution and constant transformation, Puerto Rico has evolved into a “foodie paradise”, incorporating many different influences and traditions. Combining traditional and trendy flavors, merging international and local cuisine, and reinventing those abuelita recipes, our chefs will take your attendees on a wonderful journey of flavors and experiences.
The Island’s cocktail scene has evolved with equal care. Puerto Rico is the birthplace of the piña colada, and you’ll find that an innovative approach to refreshing drinks continues to this day. Whether it’s one of the world’s top bars in Old San Juan, a mixology class, a tasting of local rums, or a poolside cocktail, your group find numerous ways to experience our unique Boricua cocktail culture.
Dance and music are essential when describing the energy and vibrancy of Puerto Rico. They are the epitome of traditional expressions of the Island’s Boricua culture and heritage, a unique mix of Taíno, Spanish, and African traditions. Most dance steps are synced to a specific rhythm and genre, and the music usually shares the same name. With many different styles performed, like bomba, plena, salsa, pop music, and urban sounds, your attendees will find a place to welcome them all.
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OUTDOOR AND NATURE
From white-sand beaches and majestic canyons to glowing bio bays and the only tropical rainforest in the United States, Puerto Rico is filled with a wide variety of incredible places and countless reasons to get outside and explore. Whether you want to take it fast or slow, embrace the natural beauty that surrounds you in Puerto Rico.
Thanks to our warm, tropical climate, Puerto Rico’s beaches are ready to welcome you at any time of the year. Beaches here are never off-limits, and each one has something unique to offer, depending on the type of experience you want to have during your visit.
If you had to pick just one activity to enjoy on Puerto Rico’s crystal-clear waters, what would it be? Don’t worry – the good news is there’s no need to choose! Between kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and simply lounging on our world-class beaches, our Island has it all.
With 36 nature reserves, 19 state forests, approximately 300 beaches, and the only tropical rainforest in the National Forest system all await your exploration. El Yunque, Puerto Rico’s tropical rainforest, is a truly magical place about one hour from San Juan with waterfalls, incredible views, and the freshest air around. For another unique experience visit Guánica’s Dry Forest, considered the best-preserved dry forest in the Caribbean. While that may sound unlikely on a tropical island like Puerto Rico, that’s just one of the many fascinating aspects of the island’s ecosystems. Hacienda La Esperanza Nature Reserve in Manatí and the Cabezas de San Juan Natural Reserve in Fajardo are also not to be missed. Regardless of your skill set, exploring Puerto Rico’s parks and natural spaces should be on every outdoor attendee enthusiast’s bucket list.
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Connect with our Sales team
ED CAREY
Chief Sales Officer
Ed.Carey@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
BETH BUSHMAN
Mid-Atlantic Market & ConferenceDirect Mid-Atlantic National Sales Director
Beth.Bushman@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
CAROLYN BLAKE
Midwest & Prestige Global National Sales Director
Carolyn.Blake@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
MIKKI REITANO WALLS
West, Southwest, AK, HI & HPN Global Sales National Sales Director
Mikki.Walls@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
FRED EDSON
Incentive Market
Director of Incentive Sales
Fred.Edson@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
DORIS ORTIZ
SMERF Sales Coordinator
Doris.Ortiz@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
KIM DAROJA Vice President of Sales
Kim.Daroja@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
JOYCE MÉNDEZ
Southeast, International, & Teneo Hospitality Group
National Sales Director
Joyce.Mendez@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
RITA LÓPEZ
Northeast & FICP National Sales Director
Rita.Lopez@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
YOLANDA GONZÁLEZ
New England, Canada, ConferenceDirect & FICP National Sales Director
Yolanda.Gonzalez@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
CARLOS DELIZ, STS
Sports, Arts & Entertainment Senior Sales Manager Carlos.Deliz@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
JACQUELINE ROSA Convention Sales Strategy Director Jacqueline.Rosa@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
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Destination Services
DESTINATION EXPERIENCE TEAM DIRECTOR AND MANAGERS
The Discover Puerto Rico team is dedicated in supporting your meeting. Our team partners with you with complimentary support and ideas to assisting in making your event Boricua.
LEAD SERVICE:
Destination Experience Director
Vanessa.Figueroa@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
Our superb team of local professionals have vast destination knowledge and experience. In tandem with our industry partners, we will prioritize on your RFP and provide you with hotel and venue options that will accommodate your specific group needs.
SUPPLIERS:
We work with a database of on-Island vetted suppliers, offering a wide array of services that will help transform your event in a memorable one.
SITE VISITS:
Destination
Yarimar.Vassallo@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
Our team will customize a site inspection with properties and venues that fit your program and provide with unique Puerto Rican cultural experiences.
PLANNING ASSISTANCE:
Our team can collaborate with you to schedule a successful planning visit, once your event in booked in Puerto Rico.
PARTNERSHIPS:
Destination
Patricia.Villali@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
We work with key Island partners and we can connect you with rum suppliers, coffee vendors, local organizations for community outreach, and local associations in your industry.
MARKETING SERVICES:
• Welcome video
Welcome video with the event name, date, and logo
• Toolkit with branded promotional templates for postcards, and social media copy
Destination Experience Manager
Hadassha.Santiago@DiscoverPuertoRico.com
• Unlimited photo and video Puerto Rico assets
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HADASSHA SANTIAGO
PATRICIA VILLALÍ
Experience Manager
YARIMAR VASSALLO
Experience Manager
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