Wednesday, February 03, 2010

Puerto Rico Vacations... Nice, but not my Cup of Tea

I just returned from San Juan where we managed a corporate incentive group... my first time there since about 1980.

While "the city" still stinks, resort development away from San Juan has grown considerably - and those areas are lovely! I played golf out at Dorado Beach on one day and found the people to be friendly and the ambiance to be very nice.

One of the new areas that is shaping up to be world-class is out toward the rain forest about 45 minutes east of the airport. The "anchor" is a Trump development that includes two very nice golf courses. My feeling is that this area is still a year from being a "go to" place, but you should put it on your list of future destinations!

As with so many tourist areas during this lean economic time, the people we came in contact with were gracious and eager to serve. They truly appreciated our presence.

Our client selected the Ritz-Carlton hotel near the airport. Though not my choice for location, the hotel was excellent! Service and accommodations were both top drawer!!! We were on the Concierge floor and spent much of our free time in the Club Room where the Champagne glass was bottomless... and the staff outstanding. What a treat!

Cheers,

Dick

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