Has anybody been to Puerto Rico? Are there beaches that are, or are not, thong-friendly? My GF and I might be there sometime in the next few weeks and would probably stay in San Juan if we go. The opinions I’ve found on-line are a bit variable, but the consensus is that (1) P.R. is kinda conservative but (2) there are some places that get visitors where it’s probably ok.
Thanks for any tips.
I was in Puerto Rico a couple months ago. Once you hit the sand in San Juan you will see most women wearing thong bikinis or very cheeky bikinis. You will encounter a few men wearing Speedo briefs and bikini styles as well. Most men will be wearing shorts from short to long. Personally every time I am on a Puerto Rico beach I am wearing a thong. I’ve seen a few other men do the same. As a matter of fact the first place I ever saw a man wearing a thong was in San Juan. I’ve been to Puerto Rico many times and always felt comfortable wearing a thong on the beach, everywhere from San Juan to Fajardo to Ponce and Rincon. Like any place else most men are in board shorts and women in thong bikinis.
Enjoy Puerto Rico! The people are generally very friendly. The local food is wonderful. Explore the history of the island. Enjoy the beaches. Two cautions I would recommend. 1. If you drive, do so with extreme awareness and caution. 2. Do not wear expensive or flashy jewelry, petty crime can be a thing in San Juan.
Thanks for this!
I learned to ride motorcycles while living in India, so I definitely appreciate the “be extremely cautious” advice. As for flashy jewelry, no worries there. 
I’m in San Juan now and it’s very thong friendly.