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What's it really like ? Transfer time: Approx 45 minutes Location: Dynamite was used to blast into the surrounding mountains to create this purpose-built resort which is well geared-up for British visitors who enjoy its limitless home comforts. Puerto Rico comprises two main commercial centres and a small man-made beach all set against a volcanic backdrop. The best feature has to be the pedestrianised promenade and marina, however timeshare touts and other street vendors are a particular nuisance around the seafront area. The streets are an exhausting place to walk around due to the steep hillside location rendering the resort unsuitable for the less mobile or young children in pushchairs. Beaches: An overcrowded (at peak times) man-made beach of clean imported sand. Plenty of Watersports and a lido close by. Be prepared for a difficult uphill trek back to your accommodation at the end of the day. Only minutes away is a lovely beach at Playa de Amadores which is man-made but offers crystal-clear waters Days out: Boat trips from the marina and watersports. The waterparks are closeby and there are many shopping centres scattered throughout the resort. Further afield is the 'cowboy' town, Sioux City, the Caldera de Bandama volcano and the beautiful sand dunes at Maspalomas. Nights out: Pubs, music bars and karaoke dominate the streets and centres. A few clubs but not part of the 18 - 30 scene. Neon lights signal scores of restaurants offering a variety of menus, from pie to paella. Sea food restuarants along the promenade. Bucket and Spade Brigade: We can't think of a less suitable place to bring small children although older ones will enjoy the amusement arcades and water park. The beach may be gently shelving but it's jam packed, and the town is a nightmare for little legs to cope with the steep hills. Maspalomas is much more family-friendly. |
