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9 of the Best Puerto Rican Beaches to Visit on Vieques

There are many Puerto Rican beaches to choose from during a visit to the island. But those who are looking for the very best should head over to territory’s smaller island of Vieques as they are home to some of the region’s best!

We’ll be the first to admit that some of the Vieques Beaches are had to come by.

But don’t worry, we checked them all out during our five-day visit, and after our exploration of the island we have come to the conclusion that these nine are the very best that cannot be missed.

So jump in your 4-wheel drive Jeep and hit these awesome beaches during your visit to Vieques. You won’t regret it!

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Watkins Glen is an Unexpected Gem in the Finger Lakes

Hiking at Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen State Park, located on the southern tip of Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes, feels like something that doesn’t belong.

This particular region of upstate New York is full of rolling hills as far as the eye can see as well as numerous glacier carved lakes.  It is not the place where you would expect to find a 400-foot gorge.  But Watkins Glen is just that, and due to its unique location at a very important moment in the Earth’s history, the makings of the glen were born.

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3 of the Best Key Lime Pies You Must Try in the Florida Keys

Key lime pie is one of my all-time favorites, and, true to name, you have no shortage of options when traveling around the Florida keys.

We made it our mission to try as many Key lime pies as we could, from Key Largo to Key West, and certainly ate our fill during our three short days in the area.

But while we could talk about all of the Key lime pies we sampled in this one, instead, we wanted to focus on our three favorites. The best of the best. The Key lime pies we still dream about. The places where you’ll want to immediately order a second slice. The kind of place that I would feel sad if anyone missed- they’re just that good.

So if you’re looking for Key lime pie perfection, do not miss these three staples in the Florida Keys!

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5 Things To Do in Key West Besides Drinking

Key West has a bit of a reputation as a party town, and, in a way, it is well earned. The business districts within Key West are quite popular for those looking to enjoy nightlife, and most businesses offer music, events, and of course ample libations nearly every day of the year.

But what is there to do in Key West when you aren’t drinking (or for those who do not drink at all)?

In this one, we thought we’d skip the bars and share some of the best things to do in Key West that do not involve alcohol!

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