Aruba is a land with great diversity. Aruba sits beside the Atlantic on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other. The Atlantic has violent waters crashing over the rocks and coral ridges and cliffs, while the Caribbean is tranquil and a great setting for snorkeling and swimming. In the land of Aruba, you can find a beautiful and lush landscape, punctuated by the desert, which is home to towering cacti and divi-divi trees. You can find old lighthouses and windmills, together with modern hotels and resorts that are conveniently accessible to restaurants, fancy casinos and fitness center. Whether you are into indoor activities or the great outdoors, you will surely enjoy Aruba.

In Aruba, you can enjoy the azure waters of the powder-white beaches as well as unique landscapes and cool breezes. The tropical ambience in this wonderful environment invites you to soak in the sun and ride the surf. You can walk through the city to enjoy the colorful Dutch architecture. Hotel guarantee top-draw accommodations, luxury services and resort-style amenities. The residents are friendly and hospitable to tourists; their warmth heightens the vacation experience. Geological formations and the wild countryside caters to the nature lover in anyone. The beaches of Aruba are great for diving. The sea is great for surfing while strong and steady winds make kite-flying fun. You can hike through the desert or enjoy the championship golf courses. Casinos beckon to the risk taker in you, while nightclubs feed your party-animal side.

Aruba is not a place where you will get lost. Restaurants, casinos, bars, and malls are clustered together, making everything conveniently accessible from your hotel. Even the beaches are within walking distance. If you need a guide to help you get acquainted with the land, you can avail yourself of local tour packages from hotels or employ the services of local tour operators, which can prove to be more affordable.

By: Jimmy Sturo
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Unlike other Caribbean Islands, Aruba is arid instead of lush and tropical. Though it is not what many visitors expect to find, it has a beautiful charm all its own.

A variety of cacti can be found all over Aruba because of the dry climate. Also to be found are the amazing divi divi trees with their sideways growth. This growth is due to the constantly blowing trade winds, which also makes them all point to the southwest.

Many visitors find the arid climate with the year-round 81 degree temperatures very suitable. The fact that Aruba is far enough south to be out of the hurricane belt is also a definite plus. This is the reason many couples who marry during hurricane season select Aruba for their honeymoons.

Aruba is like a two-sided coin. The resorts and casinos are located on the southwest side of the island. Here, the beautiful beaches have calm, peaceful waters and the shore is lined with palm trees. However, the other side of the island is very different. Rocky shores are pummeled by violent waves. This area is not very populated but such renowned natural wonders as the Natural Pool and Natural Bridge are found here. Unfortunately, September saw the collapse of the Natural Bridge under its own weight.

Activities offered in Aruba


If soaking up the sun while lounging on the beach is your idea of the perfect vacation, Aruba is for you. What could be better than sipping on a frozen drink while the trade winds cool you off even more.

Of course, if you don’t want to spend all your time lazing around on the beach, there are other things to do as well. If you would like to tour the landmarks of Aruba, this can be done by jeep or on horseback. Exploring cave paintings or swimming in the Natural Pool are possibilities, too.

The 400-foot German ship, Antilla, that was sunk during World War II is a great place for snorkeling or scuba diving. For those who are not quite that adventurous, Baby Beach may be more to your liking. It is almost like being in a pool.

By: Valorie Jay
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