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The Vigia Hill
January, 1999

For a incredible view of how the mountains meet the sea at Ponce, drive to the summit of El Vigia Hill located in Ponce, where scouts once scanned for attacking ships. Visitors can ascend La Cruz del Vigia, a 100-foot observation tower. Serralles Museum located near to El Vigia Hill, is a lovely landscaped former residence of the Serralles family, producers of Don Q rum.

El Sabor de Don Paco
February, 1999

If you've ever been overcome with cravings for Puerto Rican goodies, help has arrived! We have to applaud Don Paco for adding to his archives the famous recipe of "lechoncito relleno". Among his recipe archives you can find: "frituras de yautia" and "salsa ali-oli", along with comments about Puerto Rican folklore and traditions. Warning: you fill find few broken links. (Currently offline)

Que Tiempos Aquellos!
March, 1999

This site offers a vision to the Puerto Rican everyday living few years back in time. You don't really need illustrations or other graphics when reading about games and customs that fill Puerto Rican lives, your mind will leap to those picturesque and memorable times.

Journey to Puerto Rico
April, 1999

Journey to Puerto Rico promotes discussion of issues which affect today's youth. The project sponsored by Children's Express, an international non-profit youth development and leadership organization, offers an unique perspective to topics such as: statehood, independence and commonwealth from teenagers point of view. As they say: "Puerto Rico: Through the eyes of the young."

Museo de Arte de Ponce
May, 1999

Luis A. Ferre founded the Museo to bring Western art to the Island so Puerto Ricans could know and understand that part of their artistic heritage. Opened to the public in 1959 in a charming traditional house near the central plaza, the collection soon outgrew its home, so Edward Durrell Stone was commissioned to design a new building. The Museo moved into his Work of art housing works of art in 1965. The collection includes fine examples of painting and sculpture from the important schools of European art from the Renaissance to the 20th century, which include pieces by a respectable representation of European artists, like Rubens and Delacroix. Latin American and Puerto Rican artists are also encouraged and their works collected. Recent acquisitions include a 14th century Flemish triptych as well as works by Arnaldo Roche Rabell and Lupe Max Diaz. Open daily 10am-5pm. Admission: Adults $3, children $2. 787-848-0505 or 787-848-5011.

Caribe Kayak
June, 1999

Enjoy Puerto Rico's beautiful East Coast in a kayak and experience nature in a very different way! Whether ocean, lagoon or river excursions, Caribe Kayak provides you with a personal, small tour, accommodating beginners as well as advanced Kayak Adventurers. For more information call: (787) 889-7734.

Puerto Rico Tours
July, 1999

Puerto Rico Tours offers private sightseeing tours across the island. Some of their destinations are The: National Rain Forest, Luquillo Beach, Arecibo's Radio Telescope, The Caves of Camuy, The Bacardi Rum Distillery, Old San Juan, and The Colonial City of Ponce among other fascinating spots.

War in Puerto Rico
August, 1999

The War in Puerto Rico web site has a great deal of detail about the Spanish-American War in Puerto Rico. The site features military engagements, chronology of major events and facts about the people who fought many of the crucial battles. (Currently offline)

Franco & Co., Inc.
September, 1999

Franco & Co., Inc. established in 1850, has recently launched its web site. Franco is known for it famous "brazos gitanos" and is considered Mayaguez's favorite food company. The site offers online ordering, now you can order "brazos gitanos" from the comfort of your own home.

The San Juan Star
October, 1999

The San Juan Star has been filling the homes of Puerto Rican's with the daily news since 1959. Originally its objective was to target the English-speaking population in Puerto Rico, but in 1997 El San Juan Star was launched, a Spanish edition of the newspaper. In addition, daily regional newspapers are publish for major cities such as: Ponce, Mayaguez and Arecibo. The San Juan Star has recently launched their corporate web site, but no daily news can be found on the site, which may be considered a contradiction of their mission statement that states the following: "...looking for new ways to provide the best service and cutting-edge innovations."

ABC's of Vieques
November, 1999

ABC's of Vieques provides tourist information to travelers seeking a unique vacation destination in the Caribbean. The site content includes: lodging, dining, transportation information and more.

Taíno: Pre-Columbian Art and Culture from the Caribbean
December, 1999

Taíno: Pre-Columbian Art and Culture from the Caribbean is the first comprehensive exhibition of Taíno art to be presented in North America. It provides an overview of the remarkable achievements of this ancient Caribbean people.

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