Fishing

Some of the best year-round fishing in the Caribbean is found in the waters just off Palmas del Mar. Capt. Bill Burleson, based in Humacao (tel. 787/850-7442), operates charters on his customized, 46-foot (14m) sport-fisherman, Karolette, which is electronically equipped for successful fishing. Burleson prefers to take fishing groups to Grappler Banks, 18 nautical miles away, which lie in the migratory paths of wahoo, tuna, and marlin. A maximum of six people are taken out, costing $600 for 4 1/2 hours, or $750 for 6 hours. Burleson also offers snorkeling expeditions to Vieques at $95 per person for up to 5 hours. He can also take you to other snorkeling locations as well.