Aruba

For total relaxation, alabaster beaches and gentle seas are good for the soul. At resort spas, regain inner harmony and indulge in an exotic menu of indulgent treatments.

Or… rock your world with wet ‘n wild adventures, deep sea diving, windsurfing, kitesurfing…even parasailing and sky diving! Tee off on a championship golf course, saddle up on horseback, take a tour, or hike through Arikok National Park and discover the island’s fascinating natural wonders, from rock formations to natural bridges.

Shop ‘til you drop, enjoy glittering nightlife and fabulous restaurants. Broaden your cultural horizons with visits to museums and art galleries, and don’t miss the weekly Bon Bini and Carubbian festivals.

Destination Tips and Features

Aruba is an arid destination with very little rain year-round. It is a little like a desert surrounded by a beautiful blue sea (or maybe a lot like it!)
Plan on plenty of sunshine and little rain but constant tradewinds and you start to get the picture. It’s unlike many of the more lush tropical Caribbean islands featuring rain forests and frequent showers (think lush rain forests)
It lies outside the hurricane zone
Want to get your game on? There are casinos!

Note- photos courtesy of Aruba Tourism Authority

Foods & Beverages

Phrases You Should Know

Top Destination Experiences

The food you have to try and should love!

(Speak the local language…. at least a little!)

Experience Aruba at its finest

Keri Keri

Pastechi

Keshi yena

Coconut Water

Balashi Beer

Coeicoie – a popular liqour

Bon Bini (Welcome)

Di Nada (you are welcome)

Tur cos ta suave (Everything is alright)

Mi por a hanja un cerbes? (Can I have a beer?)

Arikok National Park

Sailing, Fishing, Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling and Diving

Shopping

Casinos!

Attractions

Destination Information

Typical Budget: $4,500 – $7,000
Location: Aruba, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean
Style: Romance, Family and Adventure
Time Zone: -5 GMT
Airport Code: AUA

Book Destination

Do-it-yourselfers can book directly at the link below but it is strongly advised to get the help of an expert – Scott Jones with EZTravelPad is a Caribbean expert having traveled to many of the islands many, many times and can provide complimentary expertise at no additional charge.