Get ready for a unique local experience. Our first stop will have you working up your appetite with a walk through the Carite Forest. Your ultimate destination here is a fabulous swimming hole named CharcoAzul. The crystalline waters of Charco Azul are rich in minerals.

Your reward after your walk is a visit to Puerto Rico’s “Pork Highway” in Guavate. The road is lined with a string of lechoneras, open air dining spots, that specialize in delicious spit roasted whole pigs. Enjoy authentic local favorites and compare the top picks of Anthony Bourdainand Andrew Zimmern.

What to bring: Light comfortable clothing, hiking or sturdy walking shoes, bathing suit, towel and sunscreen.