Aruba is not a very big island as it is only thirty three kilometres long. It lies off the coast of Venezuela. It is actually part of the Netherlands and all its citizens have Dutch passports. The population is tiny at under one hundred thousand. It has a dry and arid climate that is reliably warm and sunny. This has lead it to become a top tourist destination. The hotels in Aruba are very nice.
The beaches of Aruba are beautiful. Should you just want to spend a few days unwinding with a spot of sunbathing and a good book then you have come to the right place. Enjoy a refreshingly fruity drink on the beach, and then later on when you have finished sunbathing sooth your skin with aloe vera produced on the island.
Should you like water sports then there are lots available, with some beaches being better for some activities than others. If you like snorkeling then head for the beaches where the water is beautifully calm, such as Boca Catalina or Palm Beach. If you like windsurfing then head to Hadicurari where the water conditions are excellent with very shallow water. If you are an extreme sports enthusiast then the perfect beach for you is Boca Grandi which is ideal for board and kite surfing.
If you would like to see below the sea, but do not like getting your hair wet then you could book a trip on a semi submarine. This vessel does not actually submerge, but you can go down below into the viewing observatory. It is five feet below the surface of the water and allows you to see the inhabitants of the sea in perfect comfort. It comes complete with narration so that you know what you are seeing.
There are lots of things to do in Aruba as you can book a sunset sailing trip or a dinner cruise. If you like fishing then you could try your hand at some deep sea fishing. You could even charter a private catamaran.
Should you prefer to keep your feet dry then there is lots to do on land as well. You could do a jeep safari or book an ATV tour. You can also take bus tours or go to an ostrich farm.
There is accommodation on Aruba to suit everyone as well as the size of their pockets. The hotels offer superb facilities with every possible amenity for your comfort. Aruba has a reputation as being a place that people return to year after year. If you are travelling with a group of friends then there are plenty of villas to rent so that you all have plenty of space.
There are lots of apartments for rent as well. If you want to know that the cost of your holiday is covered then many hotels in Aruba offer an all inclusive board so there are no nasty surprises at the end. Aruba has lots of timeshares as many people choose to come back here year after year. Maybe you will be one of them.
