In general we mean tuxedos for men and floor length gowns for women. If you don’t have a tuxedo and will not be renting one then a dark suit and tie/bow tie (i.e. black) is also acceptable. For the women, floor-length gowns are preferred, but elegant cocktail dresses that sit at the knee or refined suits are acceptable. Please refrain from wearing a dress in the white color palette; black, neutral and rich jewel tones are favored but bold colors are also welcome. Ultimately, above all, we want the pleasure of your company at our celebration.
Yes. The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States. Puerto Ricans are American citizens, federal laws as well as local laws apply, and services such as U.S. Postal Service are here.
US citizens and permanent residents don't need a passport to travel to Puerto Rico. The Real ID Act will be in effect as of May 2025. Travelers from other countries visiting Puerto Rico have the same visa and passport requirements that would apply if visiting the mainland US.
Puerto Rico uses the US dollar.
The official languages of Puerto Rico are Spanish and English. Only about 20% of Puerto Ricans speak English fluently, although many people working in the service and tourism industries are bilingual, particularly in San Juan.
Puerto Rico is generally a safe destination for tourism. Use of common sense is encouraged: leave valuables in the hotel in a safe, be wary of isolated streets or wandering alone at night, lock your rental car and don't leave any belongings in plain sight, be aware of your surroundings, etc. Limit the cash you carry and take only what you need, after all, most places accept credit cards. Also, be respectful of residents.
The food and drink standards in Puerto Rico are comparable to those of mainland United States. The tap water is safe to drink as it is filtered and treated at the source.
Several units of measurements are used in Puerto Rico. The units of measure in use in Puerto Rico are based on the United States customary units (feet, miles, gallons, etc.) with two major exceptions: roadway distance signs are measured in kilometers despite speed limits being in miles per hour, and gasoline is sold by the liter.
If visiting the island, or unfamiliar with it, then a reasonable option would be to use a ridesharing app (i.e. Uber) in the San Juan area. Please copy and visit the link below for additional detailed information on how to get around in PR: https://www.fodors.com/world/caribbean/puerto-rico/san-juan/experiences/news/how-to-get-around-san-juan-puerto-rico-walking-on-public-transit-and-by-renting-a-car