Holidays to Aruba

Overview

Renowned for its turquoise water, golden sandy beaches and year-round scorching temperatures, the island of Aruba in the Dutch Caribbean is one of the lesser-known gems of the tropics. The main resorts of Eagle Beach, Palm Beach and Punta Brava concentrate the majority of the tourist trade, while the interior of the island is mostly covered by the stunning Arikok National Park. Why not visit Aruba for a holiday to remember!

Things To Do

Aruba is one of the world’s premier scuba diving destinations, so Aruba holidays would not be complete without taking a dip below the surface to explore the hidden depths of the ocean floor. If you prefer your landmarks on solid ground, however, take a trip to the Arikok National Park. This huge park is home to thousands of species of plants and animals and some spectacular caves.

Food And Drink

Aruban cuisine is as varied as the country itself. The Caribbean, Dutch, Spanish, American and West African influences are all mixed together to create tasty dishes with a bit of a kick! Keshi Yena is a national favourite in Aruba - chicken or beef stuffed in Gouda cheese then baked with tomatoes, onions, cashew nuts and fresh herbs. Of course, all tastes are catered for, with plenty of international cuisines on offer as well.

Good to know

Flight time

9 hrs

(from London)

Currency

Aruban Florin

Language

Papiamento, Dutch

Time difference

GMT -4

Cost of a beer

$4.50

3-course meal

$32

Top Destinations in Aruba

Druif Beach

Imagine rustic thatched roof shelters and palm trees swaying in the breeze, fringing a white beach that seems to stretch for miles, and you have the desert island escape that is Druif Beach.

Oranjestad

Aruba's capital city is a lively city full of colourful buildings, Dutch-style houses and fun casinos that attract visitors from all over the world. It's also a popular stop for day visitors on Caribbean cruises.

Palm Beach

This popular resort is full of glitz and glamour, luxury resorts, huge shopping centres and casinos where you can flutter the night away. Think Las Vegas, only there's also a beautiful, white sand beach!

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