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

El Conquistador sits on a cliff above the sea in Fajardo, on the northeast corner of Puerto Rico. It's the most searched place in town, and it's easy to see why: the views over the Atlantic, the Caribbean and the small islands offshore are unforgettable. The resort has been through a major renovation since it reopened after Hurricane Maria, with an investment of more than $220 million. The rebuilt Las Vistas building has rooms that look out over the sea, Palominos Island and

Fajardo is a municipality in Puerto Rico. It is located in the eastern part of the island, on the Atlantic Ocean. The municipality has a population of about 32,000 people. Fajardo is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and abundance of outdoor activities. Some of the most popular attractions in Fajardo include: Seven Seas Beach: This beach is known for its calm waters and white sand. It is a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing, a