Family Portrait Session in Flamenco Beach, Culebra

By Camille Fontanez | 03-27-2020 |

A few weeks after being booked for the unique Culebra family portrait session that turned out to be a surprise proposal for one of the clients, I got an inquiry for Shannon & Pedro's family vacation photos at Flamenco Beach (located in Culebra, Puerto Rico). I couldn't believe they were for the same weekend, so this time, I would be able to not only pack a trip to Culebra with a lot of beach time but also photoshoots!

Strike One: Rainy Day

When I arrived on Friday afternoon at their beach apartment in Flamenco Beach, it was raining cats and dogs. I didn't want to cancel our appointment, so I drove to them in hopes that we could wait until the rain stopped.

It didn't look like it would, so I did a photo set indoors on the balcony and terrace areas. It was cute, but it wasn't quite what we wanted, so we scheduled a second shoot for the next morning.

I always recommend not overbooking activities during vacation time, especially if you're interested in having a vacation photoshoot while on your trip. Since Shannon and Pedro booked their session with enough time for postponements, we took advantage of our opportunity to work together.

Flamenco Beach Family Photos - Culebra, Puerto Rico

We woke up early, and the day looked perfect, so this time, we walked down to Flamenco Beach, first with Shannon and Pedro, while the kids finished getting ready. Then we walked alongside the coast with its iconic white sand and turquoise waters, capturing family fun and happy memories together.

I'm so happy we could do this, and also, those three teenagers were willing to wake up early in the morning for our second attempt at portraits. I'm a lucky photographer!

Tips for Visiting Flamenco Beach, Culebra

Flamenco Beach, located in Culebra, Puerto Rico, is renowned for its stunning beauty, with iconic white sand and turquoise waters. Here are some helpful tips for planning your visit:

How to Get to Flamenco Beach:
- By Air: The quickest way to Culebra is to take a short flight from Isla Grande Airport (SIG) in San Juan. Several local airlines offer daily flights.
- By Ferry: You can also take a ferry from Ceiba, Puerto Rico. The ride takes about 45 minutes to an hour and provides beautiful scenic views.
Photography Opportunities: Flamenco Beach is a fantastic location for family photos, engagement sessions, and vacation portraits. Be sure to book your session in advance to accommodate any weather-related changes.
Accommodations: Book a beach apartment or a nearby hotel near Flamenco Beach. This will make it easy to reschedule photo sessions if necessary.
Best Time for Photos: Early mornings and late afternoons offer the best natural lighting for photos, and the beach is less crowded.