LOOKING FOR A HASSLE FREE VACATION IN 2008? TRAVEL TO PUERTO RICO NOW!

01-04-2008

San Juan, Puerto Rico (January 03, 2008) — Due to its success in 2007, The Puerto Rico Tourism Company has re-launched the PUERTO RICO NOW promotion. The PR NOW promotion emphasizes that no passport is needed to travel between the United States and Puerto Rico, and gives travelers a $250 cash back upon check-out. Travel to Puerto Rico is hassle-free, with no passport required, daily direct flights from major cities all over the U.S., and easy bookings. Travelers can easily book a ticket to Puerto Rico and enjoy the island’s authentic Latin culture, rich history and delicious cuisine the very same day. 

 

When vacationers book a 5-day/4-night stay at a participating hotel, via PRTC’s booking engine (www.GoToPuertoRico.com) or through Expedia, Orbitz or GoGo Travel, they will receive a $250 food and beverage credit to be discounted upon checkout.  Bookings must be completed by January 21^st, 2008 for travel through April 30^th 2008.  Participating hotels include the Caribe Hilton, El Convento, Holiday Inn San Juan, Radisson Ambassador, San Juan Marriott and the Normandie Hotel in the San Juan metropolitan area; the Gran Meliá and the Wyndham Rio Mar in the northeast; the Howard Johnson in Porta Caribe in the southern region, and the Rincon Beach Resort and Western Bay in the west in Porta del Sol.

 

Terestella González Denton, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, stated, “By taking advantage of the Puerto Rico NOW campaign, travelers looking to book a quick escape to an authentic Caribbean and Latin destination will not only save money, but will also be able to experience Puerto Rico’s authentic culture, cuisine and diverse tourism opportunities. Traveling to Puerto Rico is easy and hassle-free, as there is no passport required to visit, English is widely spoken, and the currency is the U.S. Dollar.”

 

Visitors to Puerto Rico will find the largest variety of activities available in the Caribbean, from water sports like snorkeling and surfing, to chic activities like shopping, spas, and amazing nightlife.  In addition, the island’s rich historical sites are among the favorites of all travelers, such as San Felipe del Morro Fort in Old San Juan, in addition to the eco-tourism offerings such as El Yunque, the largest tropical rainforest in the U.S.  Most importantly, because Puerto Rico is a U.S. commonwealth, the island offers the best of a tropical island steeped in authentic Latin culture with the benefits of being a domestic destination.

 

To book your travel to Puerto Rico, visit www.GoToPuertoRico.com or call (800) 866-7827. And remember, for travel between Puerto Rico and the United States, No Passport Is Required, so you can pack up and go NOW!

 

About the Puerto Rico Tourism Company

 

The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC), founded in 1970, is a public corporation responsible for stimulating, promoting and regulating the development of the tourism industry.  It markets Puerto Rico as a tourism destination through advertising, public relations and promotional activities; promotes tourism among local residents; provides visitor orientation and technical assistance to investors; evaluates tourism facilities and establishes standards of quality; and regulates and oversees gaming operations.  PRTC has offices and representatives in the U.S. mainland, Canada, Europe and Latin America.

  

 

 

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