Aruba Island Vacation, Information, Virtual Hotel/Resort Tours, Island Tours
The flat landscape on the island of Aruba can be compared to the Arizona desert. Here you'll find cactus everywhere, very little rainfall, and cooling easterly tradewinds. The brilliant blue water against the desert landscape makes for an interesting contrast.
South America can be seen from the island as Aruba is located just 15 miles north of Venezuela.
It's always summertime in Aruba!
On one side of the island the roaring Atlantic crashes against the rocks, ridges and cliffs, while the other side is on the calm Caribbean Sea.
Dutch is the official language, but locals speak English and "Papiamento." Papiamento is a combination of English, French, Dutch, Spanish and Portuguese.
Aruba is known for its long white sand beaches, fine hotels, world class casinos and nightclubs, shopping malls, colorful Dutch architecture, windmills, wide variety of fine hotels, water sports, and friendly locals.
There's always a party in Aruba. The island has a variety of night clubs, casinos, theme parties and festivals to suit travelers from all walks of life. .
If you prefer quiet and privacy, there are many secluded beaches. Most beaches are child friendly since the water is very shallow, and of course warm. .
The island's best beaches are located on the South and West coast. The Northern coast is on the Atlantic Ocean.
Couples will enjoy a day trip to beautiful de Palm Island which is right off the coast, where you can enjoy your own private, tropical island paradise.
Aruba is one of the island that has many return visitors, and offers something for everyone.
