Playa Flamenco

Playa Flamenco on Culebra Island, about 17 miles east of Puerto Rico and 12 miles west of St. Thomas, is as close to a tropical paradise beach as you can get.

The contrast between the clear, serene sea and the China white sand, which is curved like a horseshoe, is breathtaking. Culebra is worth seeing even if you don't want to go to Flamenco beach. The island is only seven miles long and three miles broad, with a laid-back vibe and a significant focus on eco-tourism, as well as a large number of ex-pat operations. Culebra's coral reefs are also regarded as some of the greatest in the Caribbean, thus a diving or snorkeling expedition is recommended. The Isla de Culebra National Wildlife Refuge, which includes around 20 offshore cays, covers more than a third of the island. If you enjoy trekking, the reserve has some great terrain to explore.