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Keep it Natural - Protecting Yourself and the Environment while Camping in Culebra

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Ok, I admit it. I am sometimes a bit of a Hippy chick. In fact, on my recent trip to Isla Culebra, a man at one of the kiosks even told me I looked like a Hippy. I wanted to ask him if that was a good thing or a bad thing. I didn’t get the chance however, as the kiosk owner began asking me questions about how I wanted my food. I decided to take it as a compliment. I really wouldn’t classify myself as a Hippy, per se, but there are a lot of things about me that may make someone wonder. I care about my body, my well-being, and the environment. And just because I was away from home, didn’t mean that I left those beliefs behind. There were a couple things that I was concerned about while camping. Those were staying clean and keeping the bugs off. I wanted to be sure to do this while also keeping things natural. You don’t have to be a Hippy to take care of yourself and the environment. With a few simple steps, you can have a great and safe camping trip! As you may al

The Kiosks at Flamenco Beach

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When you arrive at Flamenco beach, you will immediately notice the cluster of food kiosks that are near the parking lot area.  These kiosks each sell a variety of foods, drinks, and sundries.  However, one thing that you may notice is that they are open rather sporadically.  Some of the various kiosks are listed below.    *** Tent City/Colmado Here you can rent camping equipment, including tents, air mattresses, and other gear if you did not bring your own.  A tent rents for $20 a night here.  Other gear is available, and prices may fluctuate depending on the time of year.  This kiosk also sells grocery items, such as bottled drinks, chips, candy, snorkeling gear, hammocks, body boards, hats, and the like.  If you inquire, the kiosk will make a hammock for you out of material and rope for around $25.  Flamenco Pizza The pizza kiosk at Flamenco beach was open rather sporadically.  Generally, this kiosk opens during lunch hours and when the beach area is busy.  T