Marriage Requirements
Before your Porta del Sol wedding, a medical certification indicating you met the required health test for marriage in your place of residence, photo IDs and birth certificates are required. Divorce and death decrees are required if applicable. Check with your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist for more details.
Travel Information
Travel Documents
Passports are not required for citizens of the US. If you are a citizen of the US, visit travel.state.gov for more information on travel documents needed. For Canadian travelers, visit travel.gc.ca for relevant travel information.
Language
English and Spanish are the official languages of Puerto Rico.
Currency and Tipping
The official currency of Puerto Rico is the dollar, though they are commonly referred to as pesos.
Climate & Beaches
Climate
Puerto Rico has a tropical climate with moderate year round temperatures. Temperatures average 80 degrees Fahrenheit year-round with little variation. Puerto Rico’s rainy season is from April to November.
Beaches
Porta del Sol is known for its great surf and diving beaches. Locals and visitors alike flock to the unblemished Crash Boat Beach, but there are others to choose from, including La Ponderosa. These beaches are generally better served for exploring the reefs and hitting the surfboard than they are for swimming though.
Activities & Attractions
Activities
Las Cascadas is a haven for those looking to splash around in the Caribbean’s largest aquatic park, and a great option for families. Or, on the water, explore the great surfing and diving beaches, which have a lush and natural beauty. On land, Aguadilla is home to a number of tourist facilities, including the Caribbean’s only ice-skating rink, an 18-hole golf course, and large malls. Ojo de Agua is an underground fresh water source that is also a popular destination in Aguadilla. In town, there are a number of beautiful plazas with interesting colonial architecture to stroll through.
Nightlife