Author Archives: Carrie Rhodes
Field Trip? Vámonos!
November 8, 2019NTA recently did an article on Vamonos Tours for their Courier Magazine. In the article they highlight our Music Festival for choral groups that we did in Puerto Rico. If you would like to participate in this year’s Music Festival for Choir groups in July, space is still available. Contact us today! Click the link…
3 Ways a Visit to Puerto Rico Allows Students to Grow
October 16, 2019Discover Puerto Rico recently published a blog on ways a visit to Puerto Rico allows students to grow. To read their article click the link below.
Have a Cell Phone Policy!
August 30, 2019After hundreds of tours, we noticed that students’ attention, discipline, and responsiveness are much stronger and rewarding in groups that adhere to a “no cell-phone bus policy.” Without a cell phone, students appreciate the sights, talk to each other, and pay attention to the guide. But, how do parents stay in touch with them? What…
NTA and Tourism Cares
August 5, 2019Here is an article from NTA’s Courier Magazine about Tourism Cares. Vamonos Tours was mentioned for what we do in Puerto Rico!
Letter From Our President
July 16, 2019Letter From Our President July 16, 2019 Dear Group Travelers, As you may have heard in the news, there are a few protests in San Juan and in other major cities of the US against the Governor of Puerto Rico. Some people want the immediate resignation of the Governor after pages of insensitive, homophobic, and…
Student Travel Changes Lives
May 30, 2019What do these four have in common: student travel, Puerto Rico, Minecraft, and Hurricane Maria? Meet Cory and you’ll instantly be able to connect these four. Eight years ago, one high school Spanish trip to Puerto Rico changed Cory Scheviak’s life. Consequently, this experience transformed the lives of many in Puerto Rico. In the icy…
SATURDAY DECEMBER 22, 2018 – Hamilton Puerto Rico – Change of Venue
December 27, 2018Dear Hamilton-Puerto Rico fans, As you may have heard, yesterday the Hamilton Team and the Miranda family decided to move the Hamilton Musical to one of the best theaters in our island, the Centro de Bellas Artes in San Juan. Please read the official press release from the Hamilton team at the end of this…
The Tonight Show Live from San Juan, PR!
December 19, 2018Exciting News! The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon is coming to Puerto Rico as part of the Hamilton Musical events with special guest including Lin-Manuel Miranda This special show will be aired live on NBC on January 15, 2019 and will include an airing of a special Hamilton performance. Perfectly put by Jimmy Fallon himself, “it’s…
Holiday Traditions of Puerto Rico
December 7, 2018Puerto Rico is able to transform into every tourist’s ideal location at any time of the year. One of the greatest times of the year to visit the island is during the holiday season. Accompanied by a breezy 75-85°F weather, no place has a longer and more diverse holiday season than we do in Puerto…
Hamilton in Puerto Rico Tour Special
November 9, 2018America’s hottest historical musical is coming to Puerto Rico! Lin-Manuel Miranda will reprise his starring role as Alexander Hamilton for 24 performances from January 8-27, 2019 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Vamonos is honored to offer a 4-day Hamilton tour package featuring history, culture, entertainment, and adventure. This special package offers Hamilton orchestra quality seating, 3…