For Scuba, Snorkeling, Mountain Biking and Surfing adventures go to Aquatica .

For great information on windsurfing in Puerto Rico, visit www.windsurfingpr.com.

For Tropical Trail Rides horseback riding information and reservations, visit www.tropicaltrailrides.com. The ranch is a 4 minute walk from Villa Tropical.

To schedule a massage, on your deck if you desire, Call Rosie Dias (Licensed) at 787-431-0497.

For Golf – Punta Borinquen Golf Club www.puntaborinquengolfclub.com - One of Eisenhower’s favorites.

For flowers and gifts,visit Fusion at www.fusionartpr.com.

P.A.W.S. The Puerto Rican Animal Welfare Society - www.petfinder.com.

Villa Tropical is an avid sponsor and participant of Rescate Playas de Isabela Inc., a non-profit community organization committed to conserving the natural wonders of our beaches.  e-mail rescatesplayisabela@yahoo.com.

The Arecibo Observatory - www.naic.edu.

Ola Lola’s Garden Bar, the local hangout is walking distance from Villa Tropical. www.ola-lolas.com.

Camuy Caves - www.gotopuertorico.com.

USAVE Car Rental Services www.usave.com - 1-888-409-7368.

El Rincon Surf/Beach Shop in Ramey Shopping Center - 787-890-3108 – www.elrinconsurfshop.com.

Bamboo Art – beautiful hand painted artwork available one minute walk from Villa Tropical. 787-717-7595. Web Site.

Food Catering – Banquetes Reinamar – call Minerva at 939-969-8468 or email banquetesreinamar@yahoo.com.

Tai Chi on the Beach at Villa Tropical – contact Red Dragon Martial Arts at 787-546-5523 or email reddragon@choicecable.net

Learn to Kiteboard with www.realkiteboarding.com. REAL Kiteboarding is based in Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, widely regarded as the best kiteboarding destination in the world for beginner through advanced riders. Learn the basics here and then hit the waves at Shacks Beach.

For reliable taxi services to and from SJU or BQN or around the area, call Humberto at (787) 431-8179.

Some Great Local Restaurants:

• CocinaCreativa: (formerly Playa Brava): Good, healthy food. Rt. 110, toward Ramey, just past Super Coop on left. 890-3232, 9-7 exc. 9-5 Sun & Mon
• Happy Belly’s - visit them online
• Pedro Pescadas – Sushi – Fri/Sat nights only – 787-872-4716
• Olas y Arena: On beach at Villas del Mar Hau, Montones (east of Jobos).
• Bamboo Beach - Bamboo Art Beach - Carr. 4466, Playa Jobos, (787) 830-5011
• Restaurant 18-67: Lunch & Dinner. The chef/owner, Chris, is definitely one of the best in the area. Highly recommended. Above Surfers Beach, on Ramey.
• Eclipse: One of the better (and also most expensive) in the immediate area. On beach just west of here.
• Nómadas: . At Hotel La Cima (Rt. 110, toward Ramey, 890-3256
• Jimmy's: Pizza, etc. Rt 110, 1+ mile outside Gate 5, (787) 890-2843

Upon arrival you will find in your apartment a detailed guide – “Information for tenants of VILLA TROPICAL” which includes everything from things to do to listings of important local numbers for medical attention or where the best secret surf spots are.