North America Articles
Articles about destinations in North America
Grocery Shopping in Puerto Rico: Costco, Walmart, and Local Markets
One of the practical advantages of Puerto Rico being a US territory is the presence of familiar American retail infrastructure. You can absolutely find Costco, Walmart, and other mainland chains. But understanding the full grocery landscape — includi...
Best Nightclubs in Puerto Rico: The Complete Guide
Puerto Rico's nightlife is the best in the Caribbean. It is not even a close competition. The island that gave the world reggaeton, that has been producing internationally famous DJs for decades, that operates on a schedule where nothing starts unti...
LGBT Spaces and Events Beyond Gay Bars in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico's LGBT community is one of the most visible, organised, and culturally embedded in the Caribbean and Latin America. Beyond the bar and club scene, the island has queer-affirming spaces, organisations, events, and a cultural fabric that m...
Spanish or English in Puerto Rico? What You Actually Need to Know
Puerto Rico's official languages are Spanish and English — but don't let that "official bilingual" status mislead you. The island's daily language is overwhelmingly Spanish. English is widely understood in tourist areas and by professionals who deal...
Petrol Stations in Puerto Rico: What You Need to Know
If you're renting a car to explore beyond San Juan — and you should be — understanding Puerto Rico's petrol station landscape will save you several headaches. Here's the practical guide. Fuel Grades and Prices Puerto Rico uses the same fuel syste...
Is the Ocean Dangerous in Puerto Rico? What Swimmers Need to Know
The short answer: it depends entirely on which coast and which beach you're on. Puerto Rico's geography creates dramatically different ocean conditions on its various coasts, and the island has a meaningful number of drowning incidents every year — ...