Aruba

The Finest in the Caribbean

It is difficult to say anything negative about the tiny island of Aruba. It is considered by most to be finest in the Caribbean, yet it only measures 20 miles long and approximately 7 miles wide. Located 15 miles off the coast of Venezuela, it makes up the smallest of the “ABC” islands, the other two being Bonaire and Curacao. These comprise part of a tiny cluster of islands that are part of the Dutch West Indies. The location is in a prime spot, since Aruba is set below the hurricane belt, making it far less susceptible than other Caribbean islands to such catastrophes.

The pleasant populace of fewer than 100,000 people enjoys a high standard of living in Aruba. The island ranks among the most literate of the Caribbean with the four commonly-spoken languages being the official Dutch, English, Spanish and the native Papiamento language. The strong economy is led mostly by the tourist business. Most tourists to Aruba enjoy the tropical island similarly, by staying in a resort on the southern or western coast. The capital city of Oranjestad is near the most western tip of the island, where the resorts begin and extend the length of the 10-mile coastline

If the finest tropical island getaway is what you are after, you will find no place to rival Aruba. The island features fine accommodations, restaurants, shopping and other land-based tourist sites as well as tours in the water inside a submarine and even in the sky inside a helicopter. The ocean is pristine, with glittering electric blue waves lapping on the sandy white beaches. Go swimming or scuba diving in one of the best locations in the world. Surf at a world-renowned location off the northern coast or enjoy a sunset sail on the ocean.

If you are attempting to pinpoint the best time of the year to travel to Aruba, there are a few points you are probably considering. The weather might traditionally be something to keep in mind, but not with regards to Aruba! The temperature remains around a balmy 75 to 85 degrees all year round, day and night. The activities could another consideration, however. In the months of January to February, there is the event known as Carnaval that you may have interest in. If all you want is a traditional summer vacation, you can find satisfaction that time of the year as well. There is no wrong time to visit Aruba.