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What are the best day trips in Puerto Rico?
What you need to prepare for a day trip
Tips for taking a day trip in Puerto Rico with your car
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What are the best day trips in Puerto Rico?

If you are in Puerto Rico, day trips will likely end up being a large part of your visit. It is the best way to experience all that the beautiful island has to offer by a long shot. However, there are a ton of options to choose from. The following are the best Puerto Rican day tours located in Puerto Rico:

1. El Yunque Rain Forest – A day trip at El Yunque National Rain Forest is at the top of the list because there is nearly no limit to what you can do there. From hiking, to bird watching, to swimming, it is a must-not-miss experience when you are in Puerto Rico.
2. Casa Blanca – Casa Blanca is a wonderful historical monument that will take you on a trip into the past. This is the old residence of the one and only Juan Ponce de Leon. So, you will not just get to sight see, you will also be able to get a very interesting look into Puerto Rico’s history as well.
3. Bioluminescent bays – There are actually a few bioluminescent bays in Puerto Rico that you could spend a day at. These bays are an incredible phenomenon to witness. The water lights up bright neon blue with just a little bit of movement in the water due to the reaction of the tiny organisms in the water known as dinoflagellates. Now, these are not completely “true day trips” because the value of the Bioluminescent bays comes when you see them at night. However, you could spend your day getting there which could qualify as a day trip.
4. Luquillo Beach – Likely the best beach in all of Puerto Rico, Luquillo Beach is world renowned for its stunning beauty. If you are in Puerto Rico for more than a day or two, be sure that you take a day trip to get out to this beach.
5. Vieques Island – A bit harder to get to than the rest of the day trips on the list because it is a separate island from Puerto Rico, Vieques Island is one of the less crowded and more tranquil spots in all of Puerto Rico. It includes a wonderful wildlife refuge as well as a bioluminescent bay, so you can take care of two items on this list in one trip.

What you need to prepare for a day trip

When you take a daytrip in Puerto Rico, be sure that you prepare first. Just hauling off and taking an impromptu daytrip is not a good idea because you can end up with out essential items such as food and water for an extended period.

So, the first two things that you should pack for a daytrip is food and water. After that, you should make sure that you have the proper apparel for whatever journey that you plan on undertaking that day. So, if you are going to the beach, then bring a bathing suit. If you are going rock climbing, bring durable clothes and the appropriate rock-climbing gear.

You should also pack sunscreen, emergency supplies such as a first aid kit, sunglasses, a way to charge your phone such as an auxiliary battery, and a regular camera (cell phone pictures are not always the greatest quality).

Also, be sure you don’t forget the obvious things such as your keys, wallet and whatever else you might think you need.
 

Tips for taking a day trip in Puerto Rico with your car

• Plan all the details – We mentioned this before, but make sure that you plan everything before you start your trip. Poor planning can result in a disastrous and disappointing experience for everyone involved.
• Get an early start – As you might imagine, day trips are meant to occur during the daylight hours. On average, you only get about twelve hours of light each day. So, starting at or near dawn is crucial if you think that the trip will take all or most of the day.
• Double check before you leave to make sure that you have not forgotten anything – Making the mistake of leaving your cell phone at home, or worse yet, something like extra water can easily cut a day trip short. So, do not let that happen to you.
• Don’t let the driving consume the trip – For a DAY trip, you should allocate no more than twelve hours. This means if you are driving three hours each way, half of your trip will be spent sitting in the car.
• Make sure that you do your homework – Be sure that you do the necessary and relevant research about your destination before you even leave for the trip. You might not have the cell service or data available to use your phone for this later on.

Final word

Embarking on a day trip in Puerto Rico is something you will inevitably find yourself doing if you stay on the island for more than a few days. That certainly is not a bad thing either. These day trips are the best ways for you to get out on your own to discover all that Puerto Rico really has to offer. Just keep in mind that you should always prepare yourself as best you can because you it is very inconvenient to get stuck out in a remote area of Puerto Rico without cell phone service.

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What to know when you are getting your auto insurance policy
Why car insurance is critically important in Puerto Rico
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What to know when you are getting your auto insurance policy

You must have car insurance when you are driving in Puerto Rico. If you are caught driving in Puerto Rico without car insurance, you will get a ticket for five hundred dollars as soon as you are caught. So, car insurance will be another cost of owning a car in Puerto Rico that you have to endure, but it does not have to break the bank.

Believe it or not, each and every auto insurance policy will be tailored to each individual that gets one, based on their particular needs. With this in mind, it is actually possible to make several choices when you are working out a policy with your insurance company that can actually help you save a considerable amount of money.

First, if you are insuring multiple drivers and/or cars, you should bundle them under the same policy. Each car/driver will have a lower rate than if you got an individual policy for each. You can always also take a defensive driving course (every driver on your policy will need to take the course) and your policy rate will be lower as a result.

Next, you can make an effort to drive fewer miles in your car in the months or year leading up to getting a new policy. If you are able to prove that you drive fewer miles when you are signing up for a new auto insurance policy, you will possibly be able to save some money as a result. Also, work on your credit rating in the time before you shop for a policy because having a better credit score will help you save on your policy too.

Finally, you should consider getting an anti-theft system installed in your car. Yes, that will cost you a bit, but it will be well worth it with all the money you save on your car insurance. You can actually save up to twenty five percent on your premiums by doing this.
 

Why car insurance is critically important in Puerto Rico

As we mentioned above, it is illegal to drive around without having your car insured in Puerto Rico just like it is anywhere else. However, there is a much more practical application for having auto insurance in Puerto Rico than just avoiding an expensive ticket. Car insurance protects you in case you get into a bad accident and cannot afford thousands of dollars in repairs for your vehicle and/or someone else’s.

In Puerto Rico, you are at a high risk of an accident in comparison to most other places in the world. Drivers in Puerto Rico tend to ignore or loosely interpret even the most basic traffic laws. This does occur anywhere you drive in the world but not on a widespread basis as it does in Puerto Rico. Here, you will witness other drivers change lanes very suddenly without signaling, stop suddenly and park in the middle of the street, go through red lights without even slowing down and more. Thus, car insurance is critically important here.
 

Final word

There is no way you can avoid getting car insurance in Puerto Rico without putting yourself at a great risk of a big ticket, or worse, being responsible for thousands of dollars of damage from a car accident. Although, it does not mean you need to pay a maximum amount of money on auto insurance. In fact, there are multiple ways of lowering the price of your premium. You just need to put in the time and effort to do so.

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Most people generally tend to worry about the same things when they ship their car from country to country as they do when they ship their car from state to state. However, there’s a lot more at play when shipping your car to a completely different country like Puerto Rico.

First of all, your car won’t be shipping just by land, it will also be shipping by sea. Also, when you have a different country in play, you will be dealing with two sets of regulations for shipping your vehicle. This causes the potential for complications to occur during your shipment.

Don’t worry though, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you prepare to ship a car to Puerto Rico with ease.
 

Auto transport to Puerto Rico 101

Fortunately, Puerto Rico is a Commonwealth of the United States. So, the amount of differing regulations is at a minimum. One of the only primary differences is that your car will be shipping on land and on the sea.

If you have an antique or high-end luxury vehicle you could also opt for air transport from the United States to Puerto Rico but this will cost you a considerable additional fee.
 

What will it cost me to ship my car to Puerto Rico?

This will vary depending on several factors:

• As is the case with car shipping within the US, distance will play a factor in your shipping cost.
• The make and model will also factor into your shipping cost.
• Whether or not you choose to drive to a central hub or port versus having your car picked up at your location will play a role in your final cost.
• The time of year during which you ship your vehicle will also be a part of determining your overall cost. This is because the price of fuel and availability of carriers varies throughout the year.
• Whether or not you choose any sort of specialized options for your shipment such as expedited shipping or air transport will factor into the price.

As a frame of reference, shipping an average car from New York to San Juan with the car being picked up from your location will cost a little over $2,000. You can save on the cost of the ground transport by driving your car to the nearest approved hub or port yourself.

Be aware, that on the boat during the sea portion of your shipment, your car will be in a shipping container. This is usually not an issue price-wise as it’s automatically factored into the quotes and final pricing. However, if you have a much larger vehicle that won’t fit into the container your cost to ship will be higher to account for the additional accommodations.
 

Are there any different requirements from regular car shipping?

There are a couple. You will need a Certificate of Conformity. This is a document that shows that the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has deemed that the vehicle has been held to certain emission standards in the past. This lets the country that the car is being shipped to know that the vehicle is environmentally safe and won’t cause a higher than normal level of pollution. If you are shipping your car directly from a manufacturer (and the car is new – not used), you likely will not need this form.

You will also very likely not be able to ship any additional items as this could cause an issue at either port. So, to avoid a thorough customs inspection of your vehicle, ship your personal goods another way.

Be sure to talk to your auto transport company to discuss any specific requirements that might be in effect during the time of your shipment.
 

How long will it take to ship my car to Puerto Rico?

Just as with cost, this will depend on a few things. The overall distance that you are transporting your vehicle being the main factor. In general, expect your car shipment to Puerto Rico to take between one and three weeks.

The additional time that it will take to ship your vehicle is, mostly, because of the additional coordination between ground transport and ocean transport. There is also the fact that document processing will take a longer time for international shipments such as the US to Puerto Rico.
 

Conclusion

So, there are mild differences in several areas to be aware of when shipping your car to Puerto Rico. The price will be higher than it would if you were shipping somewhere in the continental US. It will take longer than a domestic auto shipment. Finally, you will also need some additional documentation such as the Certificate of Conformity from the EPA.

However, it’s mostly the same preparation that goes into more traditional auto shipping. Your tank should be a quarter full (no more, no less), you should make sure the exterior of the vehicle is clean prior to shipment, you should have the normal documentation ready (license, proof of ownership, insurance etc) and everything else that normally precedes your vehicle shipment.

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The business of importing cars has been increasingly on the rise. As a result, the Department of Homeland Security has put together information for the United States Customs and Border Protection to ensure companies and people  are safely importing their car. Knowing import safety prior to your car shipment will give you a peace of mind. Whether you are importing your car to the United States or to another country, your car will have to go through customs. At customs, you will need to provide a Bill of Lading, registration, and any other documents connecting to your car. While our company will take care of your pick up arrangements, it is important to have documentation of your vehicle’s arrival date so that it is coordinated with customs. All car shipments are cleared at the port of entry unless otherwise noted. This will provide import safety for your car. Furthermore, in order to prevent the transporting of foreign soil, it is best that you completely wash the exterior of your car prior to shipment. Most importantly, for your own import safety, and to ensure you are safely importing your car, it is highly recommended you clean out the contents of your car. This will greatly reduce the risk of loss or stolen property during transport and/or when your car gets to the loading and unloading docks. Lastly, get familiar with EPA Standard Form 3520-1. This form is required by the United States Customs and Border Protections for the importation of almost all cars such as passenger vehicles and highway motorcycles. This required form is to confirm all vehicles meet the air pollution emissions standards and requirements. However, it is important to note that this form is not required if you are importing your car directly from a manufacturer since it is a new vehicle.

Before your shipment date, be sure to have all of the required documents filled out. But don’t worry, contact our office and we can help you with all of your car shipment needs and questions.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 model will now be available in Puerto Rico with prices starting at $39,000.

This new model has a redesigned 208 horsepower, turbo inline engine, which can go from zero-to-60 mph in 6.9 seconds. The car also offers three driving modes Eco, Sport and Manual with the option to control pedals right on the steering wheel.

“We were looking forward to the arrival of the CLA because we know it will become the favorite model of the young professional looking for quality and value for money, without sacrificing the elements that characterize a luxury car,” said Carlos Rafael Quiñones, general manager of Garage Isla Verde, which imports the vehicles. “

The CLA45 AMG model is next on the lineup list headed to Puerto Rico.

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