Book cheap flights to Aguadilla

Aguadilla experiences a tropical climate, with a short, dry season and long, wet season. Temperatures range from 32 degrees Celsius in summer to 18 degrees Celsius in winter. Severe weather and tropical storms occur during the warmer months. The best time to visit Aguadilla is during the ‘dry’ season (December to April). These months offer the best weather and tropical island revelry. Marine conditions can be rough during these months and crowds and rates tend to soar. Shoulder seasons are late-April to May and November. These are the months when Puerto Rico is transitioning from the ‘dry’ season to the ‘rainy’ season, so you may be able to find lower rates and thinner crowds. For cheap flights to Aguadilla, the best time to visit is between June and November. These months coincide with the rainy season.

South African passport holders require a US visa to travel to Puerto Rico. You will need to ensure your passport has a validity of at least six months and three blank pages available for entry stamps. Processing can also be a lengthy process, so it is advisable to leave considerable time for this.

Visas can be organised via the US Consulate General in Cape Town, Durban, or Johannesburg.

Cape Town – 2 Reddam Ave, Steenberg, 7945. Phone: ( 27) 021 702 7300

Durban – 303 Dr Pixley Kaseme St, Durban Central, 4001. Phone: ( 27) 031 305 7600

Johannesburg – 1 Sandton Dr, Sandhurst, 2146. Phone: ( 27) 011 290 3000

Although Aguadilla is considered a relatively safe city, using common sense and remaining vigilant, as you would in any other unfamiliar city, is always recommended. Travel insurance to cover theft and medical expenses is also recommended.

Avoid carrying large sums of cash and valuables, as pick-pocketing can happen. Avoid wandering around at night, especially if you are alone. If you are travelling at night, use reputable taxi services.

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required if you are travelling from an infected area. Puerto Rico is at risk for dengue and Zika virus, so precautions should be taken to avoid mosquito bites. Immunisation against hepatitis B, typhoid and rabies is recommended. Routine vaccinations include MMR, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, varicella and polio.