Aruba: One Happy Island

Pristine white sandy beaches, a clear blue sea, and always beautiful weather. That is what most travel guides promise when it comes to Aruba. That promise proves to be true as the plane lands in Aruba. Your sunglasses can be taken out of the suitcase to protect your eyes from the radiant sun and its glimmer in the crystal-clear ocean water. Your vacation in Aruba is guaranteed to be unforgettable!

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The pristine white sandy beaches of Aruba are among the most beautiful in the world. We took this photo at Manchebo Beach.

Lonely Planet's Top 10

Aruba was ranked fourth in the top 10 best countries to visit in 2020 by the famous travel guide Lonely Planet in 2019. Aruba achieved this high ranking due to its ambitious sustainability efforts and good vibes.

Why go on vacation to Aruba?

• The stunning sandy beaches of Aruba can compete with the most beautiful beaches in the world.
• The climate in Aruba is fantastic. On the sun-drenched island, the weather is almost always beautiful, and the seawater is pleasantly warm, even in the fall and winter.
• Aruba has magnificent nature. Be sure to visit Arikok National Park.
• In the capital city of Oranjestad, you can enjoy delicious food, go shopping, and experience a vibrant nightlife.
• The island offers excellent water sports opportunities such as diving, snorkeling, kitesurfing, boating, and sailing.
• The locals are extremely friendly and helpful.
• The underwater world in Aruba is breathtaking. While snorkeling, we saw the most beautiful tropical fish and even sea turtles.
• Dutch, English, and Papiamento are spoken on the island.
• Aruba has good 4- and 5-star hotels. Most resorts are very luxurious and are located on beautiful sandy beaches such as Palm Beach and Druif Beach.
• There are many all-inclusive hotels available on the island.
• In Aruba, you can choose from a wide range of excursions. We have gathered the best excursions for you.
• Take a look at our selection of the most beautiful photos of Aruba so you can see for yourself how beautiful this tropical island is.

Beaches of Aruba

The beaches of Aruba are definitely included in the lists of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Once you have seen the sandy beaches of Aruba you don't want anything else. The first sight of the pristine white beach is unforgettable and makes you quickly reach for your sunglasses; it is literally dazzling! The warm, powdery white sand beneath your bare feet provides a complete wellness experience. And to cool off your feet, you only need to take a short walk to the sea.

Our top 5 most beautiful beaches in Aruba

As far as we're concerned, Manchebo Beach is the most beautiful beach on the island. Our top 5 most beautiful beaches:

1. Manchebo Beach
2. Eagle Beach
3. Druif Beach
4. Palm Beach
5. Baby Beach

Relaxing on the stunning Druif Beach.

One Happy Island

In addition to the pristine white beaches, the enchanting sea, and the many casinos, the Caribbean pearl has so much more to offer. "One Happy Island" is written on all license plates of motorized vehicles on the island. Indeed, staying on Aruba makes you very happy. Wander through the streets of the capital Oranjestad with its pastel-colored colonial buildings or enjoy the vibrant nightlife. Explore the distinctive landscape with its enormous cacti and beautifully shaped rock formations or indulge in the local cuisine with its friendly service.

About Aruba

The history of Aruba is fascinating. A history in which the Netherlands has played a major and important role. The ABC island is part of the Caribbean archipelago, and situated off the coast of South American Venezuela. Aruba is rich in landscapes which form the living environment for more than five hundred plant species and one thousand animal species.

Aruba is a true multicultural society. More than 40 nationalities live, work, and coexist on the Caribbean island. As a result of these diverse people, a rich culture has developed on Aruba over the years. Currently, the island has a population of approximately 119,428 residents (2020), who enjoy the privilege of living in a delightful climate.

The number of days without sunshine on Aruba can be counted on one hand. Furthermore, when the sun shines, it is never stifling thanks to the cooling trade winds. It takes approximately nine hours to fly from Amsterdam to reach Aruba. Additionally, the Caribbean island can also be reached by cruise ship!

The weather on Aruba is almost always beautiful. Even in winter, it doesn't get colder than 28 degrees Celsius.

Relaxation

Aruba is known for its pristine white sandy beaches and crystal-clear Caribbean Sea. These are, of course, the ideal conditions for unforgettable beach days. In addition to the sandy beaches, the Caribbean island also has beaches adorned with coral that has petrified over millions of years.

If you love good food, you're also in the right place on the ABC island. Aruba has its own cuisine, a unique cuisine that makes abundant use of local, fresh products. Of course, all international cuisines are also represented. Shoppers will also find a true paradise on Aruba. In Oranjestad, all well-known international brands are represented, whether it's clothing, jewelry, watches, and so on.

People who enjoy nightlife have a wide range of options on Aruba. Of course, there are numerous casinos where you can step inside and try your luck. Additionally, you can go to the cinema or the theater. Moreover, Oranjestad has dozens of bars, cafes, clubs, terraces, and discos.

Activities

The underwater world of Aruba is of great beauty. It is the natural habitat of numerous fish and other marine creatures. The colors and shapes are very beautiful and unique. Furthermore, Aruba is neatly outside the notorious hurricane zone, which means that the vulnerable coral reef has not been affected. That is quite unique. On the majority of the Caribbean islands, the devastating storms have left their marks.

The biggest underwater attractions in Aruba are the wreckage of airplanes and historical ships. Aruba is the top destination for wreck diving in the Caribbean region. The largest shipwreck in the Caribbean, the Antilla, rests on the ocean floor of Aruba. But the coral reefs are also of high quality and inhabited by beautiful tropical fish. People who visit Aruba but are not interested in scuba diving can still engage in a variety of activities. These include kite surfing, surfing, kayaking, sailing, horseback riding, and more.

Sailing in Aruba is fantastic!

Sights and Attractions

Aruba is not only a top destination for lovers of beautiful white beaches. People who enjoy culture and history will also find plenty to satisfy their interests on One Happy Island. Aruba has beautiful historic buildings, impressive monuments, and imposing churches. Additionally, you can visit various museums and galleries on the Caribbean island. If you really want to experience something special in Aruba, make sure to be there during carnival. The Aruban carnival is a true highlight. Public life comes to a halt as everyone gets caught up in the festive atmosphere!

Nature

The Arikok National Park was established to protect Aruba's unique landscapes, flora, and fauna. The park covers approximately one-fifth of the island. By car or on foot, it is possible to explore the geological, natural, and cultural-historical attractions that Arikok has to offer.

Arikok National Park is not the only beautiful piece of nature and culture on One Happy Island. Those who keep their eyes open will still find traces of the original inhabitants of the Leeward Island, the Indians, here and there. In addition, Aruba is filled with mysterious caves, impressive blowholes, picturesque bays, deserted beaches, and awe-inspiring coastal areas!

If you're going on vacation to Aruba, be sure to visit Arikok National Park.

Living on Aruba

For most people, Aruba is solely a tourist destination, but that's not the case for everyone. The sun-drenched Caribbean island is also a fantastic place to do an internship or work. Additionally, you can, of course, immigrate to the ABC island. There are many pensioners who have already exchanged a cold climate for the warm Aruba.

It can also be very interesting to buy real estate on Aruba. Anyone who emigrates to Aruba will need to find accommodation. Additionally, there are of course people who buy a second home on Aruba for rental purposes or to sell it later at a profit.

Everyone has their own reasons for heading to Aruba. But it is certain that very few will be disappointed with their visit and stay on the beautiful Caribbean island.

Bon Bini na Aruba! (Welcom to Aruba!)