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Visiting Culebra and Flamenco beach - We saw General Tanklys tanks!

April 6, 2025 · 13 min · 9K views · Culebra

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Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam visit Culebra, Puerto Rico, after departing an Airbnb to catch a one-hour ferry.8:26 The pair explores Flamenco Beach, where they locate two abandoned military tanks on the sand.10:04 They attempt to snorkel at a nearby site identified on a map, but strong currents and shallow, wave-swept conditions limit visibility and prevent them from reaching the outer reef.7:16 The pair notes the presence of coral and sea urchins in the area but finds the overall snorkeling experience disappointing due to the degraded state of the reef.13:09 During their stay, they dine on mofongo with garlic sauce and experiment with deep-frying empanadas in an outdoor kitchen.3:49 They contrast the quiet atmosphere of their current location with the crowded tourist areas of San Juan.2:14

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