The closing of the three major airports in the New York/New Jersey area ahead of Hurricane Irene prompted dozens of cancellations from the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Saturday, stranding hundreds of passengers.
Puerto Rico has nabbed fifth place in the “Best adventure vacations in the USA” ranking released by U.S. News Media Group Thursday, which listed the island along with the likes of Yosemite and Yellowstone National Parks and the Grand Canyon as one of the hottest places to go for an adrenalin rush.
Several hotel chains, including Empresas Santana and Hilton Hotels, launched Wednesday special offers for Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Island residents, starting at $99 a night at any of the participating properties.