Puerto Rico holidays

Enjoy sandy beaches, whale-watching and late-night partying on holidays to Puerto Rico.

Clinging to cliffs above a crescent-shaped bay in south-west Gran Canaria, Puerto Rico is popular with families and sun addicts. Warm breezes from nearby Africa keep temperatures balmy on the beach, with fine sand imported from the Sahara. An upbeat bar scene and water sports - from jet-skiing to parasailing - appeal to the young and active.

One of the many charms of Puerto Rico is the sheltered bay that offers safe swimming and activities for the entire family. Coupled this with the famous “eternal spring” climate of Spain's Canary Islands (you're as likely to top up your tan in November as you are in June) and you've got a winning combination for a great holiday - whenever you choose to visit.

Holidays in Puerto Rico can be enjoyed at any time. Spring, summer, autumn or winter, the sun never fails to shine here. Gran Canaria is popular at any time of the year. Those looking for out-and-out sunshine holidays tend to visit from May to September when daytime temperatures rarely stray too far from a lovely 25C. The hottest months of July and August are often cooled by the annual trade winds, but if they drop the mercury can rise into the mid-30s. As a winter-sun destination, Puerto Rico is hard to beat. It becomes cool in the evenings, though temperatures rarely fall below 14C, while the daytime average is 19C.

It may have only been built for people to relax under the Canarian sun, but you'll find plenty to keep you occupied in Puerto Rico...

Nightlife: Fancy some after-dark fun? Make for Puerto Rico's shopping centre for cheap eats, pubs, karaoke and big-screen sports. Or hit the dance floor in raucous bars.

Babies & toddlers: Take toddlers to Puerto Rico's sandy bay to build sandcastles and wade in the shallow water. Keep babies cool under the beach parasols.