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Solo ta briya: The sun is shining.

 

Aruba consistently ranks as having the least amount of rainfall in the Southern Caribbean. The calming trade winds will keep you cool in the pleasant 82-degree weather. Thanks to its location outside the hurricane belt, visitors can expect reliably great weather throughout the year.

The island is also alive with sights, sounds, and culinary delights found on no other Caribbean island. Friendly people, eager to welcome and embrace you. Surprising natural wonders to explore, and countless ways to relax, indulge your wild side, and find happiness however you like it.

 

The Dutch acquired Aruba from Spain in 1636. Since that time, three industries dominated the economy..the first was the 19th century gold rush, the second was an oil refinery that opened in 1924, and the third is tourism. Tourism is the dominant industry today and has been since the late decades of the 20th century.

 

Aruba seceded from the Netherlands and Antilles in 1986 to be a autonomous member of the Kingdom of the Netherland. They decided not to seek full independence in 1990. Children in Aruba learn to speak Spanish, English, French, and sometimes Portuguese. The official language is Dutch and Papiamento. Arubans come from all over the world and they are considered a happy population.

 

Beaches

Most of the island is a desert. The interior remains so, however a lot of plantings have turned the coastal area into a tropical paradise. The beaches are beautiful, clean, and tourists are not bothered by a lot of vendors. Arashi Beach is located along the northern coast. The local bus service lets you off right at the beach where the sand is white and the water is turquoise. You can snorkel in these waters and the beach is shaded by multiple palapas (straw structures).

 

Baby Beach is known for calm shallow waters that make it perfect for small people and those that are not the best swimmers. Snorkeling allows you to see coral formations. Mangel Halto is located on the southeast coast of the island close to the Spanish Lagoon. The water is shallow which allows you to walk further out the reef before the water becomes deep.

 

Eagle Beach was named one of the 10 Best Beaches in the World by Travel & Leisure Magazine. The sand is soft and white, and there are shady spots and palapas. Eagle Beach is close to hotels where equipment for snorkeling, water sports, and beach activities can be purchased. There are plenty of places to buy food and drinks on this long stretch of beach.

 

Palm Beach is a stretch of beach along the hotel strip from the Riu to the Ritz Carlton. There are colorful fish that can be seen while snorkeling and if you get tired of being on the beach, you can go up to one of the hotels for lunch, drinks, and shopping.

 

Dining

The variety of restaurants has grown in the past 10 years. Choose from American, Cuban, Italian, French, Aruban, or steaks and seafood. There are family places and places for celebrations. There is probably more selection of cuisine on Aruba than any other Caribbean island.

 

Entertainment

Night life is also varied. You can gamble, go dancing, or just go drinking. There are not many live shows ala Las Vegas, but you will find some movie theaters. Many venues have live music and you may be able to find flamenco dancers, as well. Or take a booze cruise...there are a few to choose from.

Adventure

You can take a jeep tour, a helicopter tour, or go on an organized hike. Enjoy spectacular views of the scenic desert, rock formations and amazing coast side on board an ATV and don't forget to check ou the Natural Bridge. Love to take in the local sights? You won't want to miss Arikok National Park California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel, Bushiribana Gold Smelter Ruins, and Ayo and Casibari rock formations. There are a few museums in downtown Oranjestad as well as lots of shopping.

 

All in all, Aruba is a very relaxing island. The weather is incredible. It is sunny almost every day. The tradewinds keep a breeze going most of the time. There is an average of 20 inches of rain each year. Although the “rainy season” is from October to January, the rain usually comes down in quick showers and the sun is out when the rain stops. So any time of year is a good time to visit Aruba.

 

Ready to pack your bags to Aruba? Whether your choose to cruise or fly direct, Aruba is an easy destination to reach. Let's chat!

 

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