Salinas has long been a fishing spot for Puerto Ricans, known for it's beaches and fish variety.
Although Salinas doesn't have any commercial airports, there is a Military air base there. In addition, there is a military youth camp there, Camp Santiago, which is visited every year by many different groups of Boy scouts, Girl scouts and other children's groups.
Famous people from Salinas include former world boxing champion Angel "Cholo" Espada