Collecting the Sweetest Knowledge By Kelly Thompson and Cheo Diaz Maldonado In a world where traditional knowledge is slipping away and technology has captivated our time, Vieques remains a place where you can tune in to a different frequency. On a quiet green farm the hum of tens of thousands of bees buzz with a purpose. At the center of it all is a six year old boy who is driven by intense curiosity and a love for the bees. Much like the queen bee is fed the richest nutri

Vieques has several excellent non profit organizations. You can help out by donating your time or by donating cash or items. Please take a minute to read over the article below to see how you can help! This is just a sampling of the organizations

Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust’s Enduring Quest to Protect the World’s Brightest Bioluminescent Bay on the Planet

40 YEARS OF ACTION How VCHT is Protecting Vieques for Generations to Come From preserving the brilliance of the Bio Bay to empowering future conservationists, the Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust has spent four decades proving that small efforts can lead to extraordinary change. Read this informative article on what the Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust has accomplished over the last 40 years!

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE Hidden in plain sight down a rough dirt path off Rt. 997 between Isabel Segunda and Esperanza lies one of the oldest archaeological sites in Puerto Rico and all of the Greater Antilles; the Puerto Ferro Archaeological Site. The oldest human remains ever found in Vieques were discovered at this site. They are dated somewhere between 700 BCE and 2145 BCE, a long stretch of time during which the original Pre-Arawak people of Vieques inhabited the site. Markin

Besides beaches and bioluminescence, Vieques has 105 “fairly common to common” birds and a variety of places and trails to see them. One...

Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust’s Enduring Quest to Protect the World’s Brightest Bioluminescent Bay on the Planet. It is a...

Playa Negra is more than just a beach—it’s a testament to the natural forces that have shaped Vieques into the vibrant, diverse island it...

40 YEARS OF ACTION How VCHT is Protecting Vieques for Generations to Come From preserving the brilliance of the Bio Bay to empowering...

By Amy Gordon Chances are you already know that Vieques is home to the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world. But do you know why the...

A QUEST TO SAVE THE CORALS by Amy Gordon A vast ecosystem of sea creatures swim in the waters surrounding Vieques—from spiny Caribbean...

From casual cafés to elegant fine dining, Vieques teems with fantastic restaurants. But while front-of-house staff gets to mix and mingle...

BY: Capt. Tom Kirkbright and Amy Gordon With all the wonderful opportunities Vieques offers those pursuing water sports, few visitors...

As you’re leaving Isabel II, headed east on 200 towards the high school in Santa María, you can’t miss the brightly colored house on the...

take home a taste of Vieques You can’t pack sunshine and ocean breezes in your suitcase, but you can still start your day Vieques-style...

Jim Stott and Jonathan King are the founders of Stonewall Kitchen, a Maine company that produces high-quality, specialty food products....

with: Mark Martin Bras, Lirio Marquez, and Tom O’Grady Jr. There are few places in the world that classify as bioluminescent “bays”....

Science has long known the influence of the Moon on our oceans; the rise and fall of tides, the constant pull of water against an...

South Side: Esperanza Riding Company North Side: SeaGate Hotel Within a few minutes of arriving in Vieques, visitors soon discover that...

Can I see the bioluminescence in the daytime? No, the glow is only visible at night. Why should I go with a licensed guide? Licensed tour...