These are some of the most common questions we receive on a daily basis from our travelers. Here are 5 facts about Puerto Rico you should know:
Is Puerto Rico a state of the United States?
No, Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States, ceded to the United States after the Spanish-American War in 1898 therefore Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens.
Do Puerto Ricans need a passport in the U.S?
We are U.S. Citizens so we do not need a passport to travel to the United States neither U.S citizens traveling to Puerto Rico. (https://www.usa.gov/visit-territories)
What is the currency used in Puerto Rico?
The currency used in Puerto Rico is the U.S. dollar.
How big is Puerto Rico?
The island territory is 100 miles long and 35 miles wide (8,870 square kilometers) being the population of Puerto Rico 2.8 million.
What race are the Puerto Rican people?
We are a mixture of three races: Indian (Taino), Spanish (European) and black (African).
PHOTO CREDIT: Brenda Centeno
The island was inhabited by the Tainos when the Spanish arrived. The Spaniards brought African slaves to work in the sugar and coffee plantations of the island and that is where the fusion of these three races took place, resulting in the Puerto Ricans.
REMEMBER: If you are traveling to Puerto Rico, travel with peace of mind, secure your transportation with us and avoid uncertainty.
We provide cab service to and from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), Cruise Ports, Hotels/Airbnb and other destinations. We offer transportation to all 78 towns in Puerto Rico. We work by organized schedule so the vehicle and driver are guaranteed in advance for you.
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