Aruba

Aruba is a unique, diverse place. It was first inhabited by Indians from the South American mainland and then by a parade of European settlers .

For hundreds of years, this tiny nation remained the pawn of great powers until achieving its autonomous status within the Dutch Kingdom some twenty years ago.

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Aruba 's people speak a minimum of four languages: English, Spanish, Dutch and Papiamento. The island is surrounded by azure Caribbean waters. Divi-divi trees always point in the direction of the ever blowing winds, while its leeward shores are a paradise of ivory white sandy beaches and crystal blue calm waters.

Arikok National Park
The Arikok National Park is swarming with animal life well-adapted to the harsh elements. Some species are only found on Aruba, as is a unique mineral known as Hooibergite.

Aruba Holidays
A vacation on Aruba can be a quiet, restful and romantic interlude or a frenzy of activities and adventure on both land and sea. Hundreds of thousands of tourists visit Aruba annually by plane and ship to enjoy perfect weather , the best beaches in the world, world-class resorts, exciting nightlife as in its capital Oranjestad, action-packed casinos, exquisite dining, incredible shopping, relaxing spas, and most of all, her friendly and hospitable people.

We wish you a welcome as bright as a sun-kissed day, as warm as the sand beneath your feet, and as sincere as Aruban smiles.

In Papiamento, Aruba 's local language, Bon Bini!

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