Find Your Sol Mate
Home of the margarita’s beloved cousin, the piña colada, Puerto Rico is a sunny island paradise that has a little something for everyone. And your resort is no different. Your perfect partner in lime, Margaritaville Vacation Club - Rio Mar offers easy access to experiences ranging from golf courses to beaches. All with Vacation Ready cleaning and safety practices so you can relax and enjoy the breeze. Here’s what you can look forward to on your next escape.
With over 200 beaches ranging from party beaches to secluded coves, your personal paradise awaits on Puerto Rico’s incredible shores. Ranked as one of the world’s top beaches, Flamenco Beach boasts ideal swimming conditions and pristine, sugary sand — perfect for sunbathing and sandcastle building. Playa Negra’s unique black sand and turquoise waves makes a stunning backdrop for beachside photoshoots. A visit to La Playuela is like stepping inside a postcard. This hidden gem is part of Cabo Rojo’s nature reserve and offers hiking trails on limestone cliffs and its own lighthouse.
Book your tee time on island time. Host of the Puerto Rico Open, Río Grande is home to several championship courses designed by the industry’s finest and boasting spectacular oceanside and mountain settings that are sure to elevate your game. Next to your Margaritaville Vacation Club resort, Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort offers two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by Greg Norman and Tom and George Fazio. Play the front nine on cloud nine, surrounded by seaside vistas and the majestic El Yunque rainforest.
Unleash your inner explorer and discover the thrilling side of paradise with guided excursions through the island’s most stunning natural wonders. Venture deep into the mountains with Aventuras Tierra Adentro, Puerto Rico’s premier tour company for caving expeditions. Hike misty jungle trails, rappel down waterfall canyons, and explore sunken cave systems. Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park offers exhilarating ATV and horseback riding tours through the foothills of El Yunque National Forest. Tanama River Adventures provides guided cave tubing tours through the cavernous tunnels of an underground river.
The Mall of San Juan features 3 floors of name-brand stores, including Nordstrom and Williams Sonoma, and exclusive boutiques like Louis Vuitton and Saks Fifth Avenue. Plaza Las Américas is the Caribbean’s largest shopping center with over 200 stores, a movie theater, and dining options galore. For luxury shopping at a casual price, check out Puerto Rico Premium Outlets, where balmy breezes and dreamy discounts await. Head to Old San Juan for artisan shopping that celebrates Puerto Rican culture and history. You can showcase your island spirit with handcrafted souvenirs and art pieces from local vendors.
The only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest system, El Yunque is a paradise like no other. Bask beneath waterfalls, hike jungly mountain trails, and enjoy the enchanting serenade of El Yunque’s most famous resident, the coqui, as you soak in the jungle’s fresh air and natural splendor.
Anything is possible in paradise — even flying. Tucked away in the mountains of Orocovis is Toro Verde Adventure Park, the largest aerial park in the western hemisphere. Experience a bird’s-eye view of mountain peaks and emerald valleys as you sail through the sky on the world’s second longest zip line.
Nestled in the idyllic hills of rural San Lorenzo is an oasis for coffee lovers. Hacienda Muñoz is a working coffee plantation and farm-to-table restaurant. Take a relaxing walking tour of the plantation and learn about the history and process of coffee-making in Puerto Rico. The tour ends with a tasting of Hacienda Muñoz’s specialty roasts.
Puerto Rico is home to three of the world’s five bioluminescent bays, where rare concentrations of plankton fill the water with an electric blue glow. The best way to experience the magic of this dazzling phenomenon is on a night eco-tour. Paddle Laguna Grande’s shimmering bay in a glass-bottom kayak, swim in the glittering waters of La Parguera, or travel to the island of Vieques and witness the world’s brightest bioluminescent display at Mosquito Bay.
If you like piña coladas, you can party in the city that invented them. Move to the rhythm of your own beat and embrace a carefree state of mind in San Juan.
By day, La Placita de Santurce is a peaceful marketplace. But when the sun goes down, music pulses from speakers and live bands on every corner as the plaza transforms into a vibrant block party. Shimmy and sway your way through lively chinchorros (open-air bars) to the sounds of salsa, reggaeton, and merengue.
For a more laid-back night on the town, head to Ashford Avenue in San Juan’s Condado district, where trendy nightclubs and elegant lounges offer an effortless evening of low-key luxury. Think rooftop bars where you can drink a margarita with sunset views.
Whether you’re craving local or fusion cuisine, Puerto Rico is a foodie’s paradise. Explore the island’s rich selection of dining options from traditional to artisanal.
By day, la Plaza del Mercado de Santurce is a bustling farmer’s market. By night, La Placita (as it’s known to locals) transforms into an epicenter for epicurean delights. Savor elegant fare infused with island flavors at Santaella or treat your tastebuds to artisanal Puerto Rican cuisine at Delavida Restobar. For a quick bite, La Alcapurria Quemá serves up traditional meals like alcapurrias, pastelillos, mofongo, and other local comforts in a casual atmosphere.
Stroll through the seaside community of Condado for your pick of world-class dining and international cuisine. At 1919 Restaurant, indulge in a 4-course dining experience with locally-sourced ingredients and an oceanfront view. Serafina serves up Italian delicacies in a colorful, coastal atmosphere. Sage Steak Loft, located on the first floor of O:live Boutique Hotel, is a cozy, rustic-chic restaurant offering classic steakhouse fare and audacious appetizers.
Enjoy al fresco dining with beach-shanty charm and an ocean breeze. Snack your way down the line of colorful kiosks overlooking Luquillo Beach. A local favorite, these family-owned chinchorros serve eclectic bites and classic island staples. Treat yourself to crispy fritters and empanadillas or cool down with chilly ceviche and coco frio, straight from the coconut.
