Joyce Sharkey, a long-time visitor to Palmas del Mar, shares her deep connection to the Puerto Rican resort community, reflecting on 35 years of experiences. She describes her early days visiting Palmas, painting a picture of a quieter, less developed paradise, and contrasts it with the vibrant community it has become. Joyce highlights what she loves most about Palmas today—its blend of natural beauty, tight-knit community, and modern amenities—while noting the significant changes, such as expanded infrastructure and a more diverse social scene. Her stories emphasize a sense of belonging, with her growing family finding joy in the traditions and memories built there over decades.

Joyce also dives into her involvement with the Palmas Ladies Community Club (PLCC), where she’s played an active role in fostering community spirit through charitable and social initiatives. She recounts a standout PLCC event that left a lasting impact, showcasing the group’s commitment to enriching Palmas. Beyond community work, Joyce shares insights from her career, offering practical advice, and reflects on parenting changes over time. She rounds out her story with personal touches—like her favorite Palmas restaurant and go-to spot for guests—while offering tips for newcomers on embracing the island’s charm, all woven with nostalgia for the evolving power grid and travel challenges of yesteryear.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 35 years visiting Palmas
• 04:50 What was Palmas like when you first started visiting?
• 08:30 From then to now, what do you love most today about Palmas?
• 09:35 What has changed the most in Palmas over the years?
• 12:20 Joyce’s growing family
• 15:35 Career experiences & advice
• 20:30 Getting started in the PLCC
• 22:25 Most memorable event the PLCC has done
• 26:00 Favorite Palmas restaurant
• 27:00 Favorite spot to take guests
• 28:00 How long do you typically stay in Palmas?
• 28:40 Rapid Fire
• 31:35 WhatsApp in Palmas
• 34:30 Changes in parenting
• 35:55 How was the power grid back then?
• 36:20 Actually getting to Palmas back in the day
• 40:35 Advice to someone moving here
• 42:30 Humacao Interiors Shout-out

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