The quirky side of Puerto Rico

With white-sand beaches and vibrant Latin-infused streets, the island of Puerto Rico is an experience to behold.

Renowned for its intoxicating culture, there is so much to discover, including a host of lesser-known, offbeat experiences.

Check out some of Puerto Rico’s quirkiest activities.

Clear-bottomed kayaking in the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world

Puerto Rico is home to three of the world’s five bioluminescent bays: Fajardo Bioluminescent Bay, La Parguera and Mosquito Bay. These rare ecosystems happen occur when dinoflagellates grow in quantities big enough to produce a ‘glow-in-the-dark’ effect. So, when you paddle or splash the water, these organisms light up in a neon blue-green color. For a stunning bioluminescent experience, head to the world’s brightest bay, Mosquito Bay on the island of Vieques. You can enjoy this surreal experience at night in a clear bottomed kayak. The glowing effect is better appreciated during nights with a new or crescent moon. The island is situated a short, six-mile ferry ride from the mainland, Vieques is a lesser-known island and travellers can also enjoy breathtaking views and pristine, black sand beaches. Practically untouched by large tourist inflows, expect encounters with wildlife including almost 3,000 wild horses roaming the island.

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Zipline across San Juan’s skylines

This unique activity allows you to zipline across an teeming urban landscape. TOROVERDE Urban Park in downtown San Juan offers three parallel ziplines between 150 and 900 feet long. These exhilarating zipline journeys give you an aerial tour of the city, as well as the T-Mobile district in which the park is located. The urban park also includes the largest rock climbing wall in the Caribbean, perfect for beginners or rock-climbing pros. A trip to the park is an experience the whole family will enjoy.

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Stay in a 70s themed hotel

Echoing Puerto Rico’s vibrant culture, Mood Haus is an eclectic, 1970s, inspired, boutique hotel, situated in the heart of San Juan’s Food and Art District. A haven of retro-inspired decor, it features glittering mirror balls and retro disco beats. Comprising four units – two studios, one bedroom and a two bedroom apartment – each is named after an iconic Disco Diva. They are each fitted with a disco ball, old school record player and extensive collection of vinyl discs. Regular salsa nights for $50 per person are another special experience at the hotel. Guests can fully immerse themselves in a hub of art, culture and music. Mood Haus is the perfect destination for those seeking a totally unique hotel experience.

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