Partner Spotlight on Discover Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is more than a beautiful Caribbean island—it’s a world-class meetings and events destination that inspires, helps connect, and delivers memorable experiences. For planners seeking a seamless blend of modern infrastructure, ease of access, and vibrant local culture, Puerto Rico offers everything you need to execute successful programs.

Puerto Rico elevates every program with experiences that inspire and connect. Imagine greeting the day with a sunrise yoga session by the ocean, then energizing your team with an immersive activity in the lush trails of El Yunque, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. As the day unfolds, groups can explore Old San Juan, the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction, where cobblestone streets and colorful architecture bring centuries of history and culture to life. When evening arrives, savor unforgettable flavors with a culinary journey through Puerto Rican cuisine or enjoy a lively rum tasting under the stars. Every moment on the island is an opportunity to bond, recharge, and create memories that last long after the event ends.

As a U.S. territory, no passport is required for U.S. travelers, eliminating logistical hurdles for attendees visiting from the U.S. The island is serviced by more than 125 daily nonstop flights from major hubs, including New York, Miami, Atlanta, Dallas, Boston, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. The Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) has ample passenger services, including lounges, duty-free shops, restaurants, TSA PreCheck®, and CLEAR. The airport welcomes over 11 million passengers annually, making group arrivals and departures smooth and efficient.

Anchored by the Puerto Rico Convention Center, with 600,000 square feet of space, the Puerto Rico Convention District makes it easy and affordable for a client to host their program. Located just 10 minutes from the airport and managed by Legends Global, the convention center has a 152,000-square-foot exhibition hall, a 39,500-square-foot ballroom, and 29 breakout rooms designed to accommodate programs of every scale. Food and beverage options are as important as the venue itself, and unique menus can be designed within budget to cater to your attendees’ needs.

Steps from the convention center you will find several properties, including the anchor Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino, with 40,000 square feet of meeting space, a 15,000-square-foot ballroom, and a rooftop pool area with views of the ocean and nearby Old San Juan. Several food outlets are located at the property, providing for a diverse dining experience each day. Also within walking distance, you will find the Hyatt House and Hyatt Place. An Apartments by Marriott and a Hilton Duo property are also being constructed, including a Hampton Inn and Homewood Suites, giving attendees diverse offerings based on their preferred hotel brand.

For things to do during the meeting break, attendees can walk over to Distrito T-Mobile. This entertainment venue embraces Puerto Rico’s culture and vibe with a long list of places to dine and grab a drink. It is the ideal trendy spot to see and meet locals and experience Puerto Rican flavor, with several restaurant options ranging from Puerto Rican chuletas kan kan or arroz con gandules to known international cuisine. This is all next to a covered, al-fresco plaza where you can rest or dance the night away with local music and entertainment.  

If your program looks for a property that has it all, Puerto Rico’s hotel and venue portfolio is as diverse as the island itself, with options that can be tailored to your group size and style.

San Juan has several properties of all segments and price points that can accommodate a group or program under a single roof. Best of all, nearly all of them are beach front, meaning attendees can go from their room to their meeting and then come together with fellow attendees by the beach, hotel bar, or to explore the different neighborhoods of San Juan.

For that tropical resort feel, the island has several properties that provide attendees with lush Caribbean taste and all the commodities of home. The resorts can host a program in the onsite convention centers, and for an extra immersion moment, off-site venues can be used for receptions at the foothills of El Yunque National Forest or even on a small island off the coast.

New and fresh developments include the beach-front Ritz-Carlton San Juan, with just over 400 rooms opening in Q3 2026; the rebranded Four Seasons Resort Puerto Rico, with 130 rooms; and a Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde, with 200 rooms. Puerto Rico’s pipeline continues to grow, with properties coming online in the upcoming years from Hilton, Mandarin Oriental, and others.

Puerto Rico’s dedicated Destination Experience team will work side-by-side with your HelmsBriscoe Associate contact to craft your site inspection itinerary, welcome you at the airport, and showcase vetted venues and locations that make your program shine. As your event approaches, they can assist in connecting you with trusted vendors, provide on-the-ground support during those crucial final days, and remain a resource even after your attendees depart.

Contact your HelmsBriscoe Associate today to see how qualified programs can receive a meeting incentive of up to $20 per room night, helping you elevate your event with added value!