Caribbean Hot Spot Gripped by Water Crisis, and Tourists Scramble to Reschedule Plans
San Juan faces 48-hour water outages, and Puerto Rico's severe drought has raised concerns for tourists visiting the island. Some travelers have canceled dream vacations.
TL;DR
- Puerto Rico is implementing 48-hour water rationing in San Juan.
- July was the driest month in San Juan in over 120 years.
- Nearly 25% of Puerto Rico is experiencing severe drought.
- Tourists are concerned about potential impacts on restaurants, bars, and their overall travel experience.
- Some tourists have canceled their trips, while others have received partial refunds.
- Advice from other travelers suggests hotels may be less affected due to cisterns, but businesses and restaurants will likely adjust.