Cayo Icacos is the small island with white sand and clear water that you see in every Fajardo photo. It's uninhabited, about a mile and a half off the coast, and you can only get there by boat. There are two main ways to go, and they're very different days. Option 1: Water taxi (the budget way) Local water taxis leave from Kayak Village in Las Croabas, the fishing village in Fajardo. The boat takes you to Icacos, drops you off and picks you up later. Cheaper than a catamaran

Fall is the new summer in Puerto Rico. Travelers are discovering the "fallcation": a getaway between the end of summer and the start of high season, when the water is still warm, the beaches are quieter and rates haven't jumped yet. Puerto Rico's local press reports the trend is growing, especially in vacation rentals. Fajardo, on the northeast corner of the island, is made for it. Here's how to spend a fall long weekend like a local. Why fall works in Fajardo Warm water, war

When it's 20 degrees in Boston, there's slush on the sidewalks in New York and the wind off Lake Michigan cuts right through your coat in Chicago... Meanwhile, in Fajardo, it's around 80°F, the sea is warm and someone is frying alcapurrias by the side of the road. From November to March, Fajardo, on the northeast corner of Puerto Rico, is the easiest warm-weather escape you can plan. Here's why, and how. Why Fajardo this winter Warm days, warm water. Daytime highs are around

La Matita Beach is a small, secluded beach located in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. It is a popular spot for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. La Matita Beach is a great place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Fajardo, Puerto Rico. Here are some more details about La Matita Beach: Location: La Matita Beach is in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, on the way to La Zanja. There are no lifeguards, so swim with caution and check the beach flags at swimsafepr.com before you go in. Activitie