Do the New Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative Regulations Affect Travel to Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico is quietly becoming a place for destination weddings, honeymoon excursions and family vacations and the reason why is simple: it's warm and balmy no matter when you visit with daily highs averaging 80-86 all year round, very affordable and whether you love mountains or the ocean, you'll get both in Puerto Rico.

The peak tourist season is between December and April and makes a great escape from the ice and snow most North Americans are experiencing. May through November make for a less crowded time but you have to remember that time frame is hurricane season with it peaking in August.

Puerto Rico is balmy year round, with daily highs averaging between 27-30°C (80-86°F). Hurricane season is between May and November, especially intense in the months of August, September and October. Otherwise rain is fairly regular throughout the year, with February and March being slightly drier than other months.

Now comes the part many people are confused about, will you need extra documentation to meet the requirements under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative? Texas Tower has a free sheet that gives a consumer-friendly overview of how to meet the requirements so you aren't stranded at your jump off point or delayed on re-entry to the United States.

Puerto Rico is currently not covered under the Spring enactment of the of the WHTI and no passport is required, however that could change in the future so be sure to check with a professional passport service like Texas Tower, when you're making your plans and you'll have a worry-free time!