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Aruba is located about 12 degrees north of the equator, approximately 29km (18 miles) off the
Paraguana Peninsula of Venezuela. An autonomous region within the Kingdom of the
Netherlands, Aruba has no administrative subdivisions.
Unlike much of the Caribbean region, Aruba has a dry climate and an arid, cactus-strewn
landscape. This climate has helped tourism as visitors to the island can reliably expect warm,
sunny weather. The island, one of the Lesser Antilles islands, is about 30 km (19 miles) long and
about 8 km (5 miles) wide with an area of 193 sq km (75 sq miles)and a population of some
89,000. It lies outside the hurricane belt.
Aruba is a generally flat, riverless island. Aruba is renowned for its white, sandy beaches on the
western and southern coasts of the island, relatively sheltered from fierce ocean currents, and
this is where most tourist development has taken place. The northern and eastern coasts, lacking
this protection, are considerably more battered by the sea and have been left largely untouched.
The hinterland of the island features some rolling hills, the best known of which are called
Hooiberg at 165 meters (541 ft) and Mount Jamanota, the highest on the island at 188 metres
(617 ft) above sea level. Oranjestad, the capital, is located at 12°19′N 70°1′W / 12.317, -70.017.
Paraguana Peninsula of Venezuela. An autonomous region within the Kingdom of the
Netherlands, Aruba has no administrative subdivisions.
Unlike much of the Caribbean region, Aruba has a dry climate and an arid, cactus-strewn
landscape. This climate has helped tourism as visitors to the island can reliably expect warm,
sunny weather. The island, one of the Lesser Antilles islands, is about 30 km (19 miles) long and
about 8 km (5 miles) wide with an area of 193 sq km (75 sq miles)and a population of some
89,000. It lies outside the hurricane belt.
Aruba is a generally flat, riverless island. Aruba is renowned for its white, sandy beaches on the
western and southern coasts of the island, relatively sheltered from fierce ocean currents, and
this is where most tourist development has taken place. The northern and eastern coasts, lacking
this protection, are considerably more battered by the sea and have been left largely untouched.
The hinterland of the island features some rolling hills, the best known of which are called
Hooiberg at 165 meters (541 ft) and Mount Jamanota, the highest on the island at 188 metres
(617 ft) above sea level. Oranjestad, the capital, is located at 12°19′N 70°1′W / 12.317, -70.017.
Aruba's Beaches are considered among the
best in the world. All are marked by white sands and
cyrstal clear waters.
Arashi Beach is located just south of the lighthouse
near the northwestern tip of Aruba and is known for
terrific snorkeling.
Palm Beach is famous for calm waters and is located
right in front of the major resorts.
Eagle Beach provides shaded picnic areas and plenty
of parking right off the main road. Several hotels are
nearby, just across the street from the beach.
Rodgers Beach features a slightly rough surf. It is
located close to the Baby Beach, and offers shady
areas and shower facilities.
Baby Beach, known for its tranquil swimming cove, is
located in Seroe Colorado at the southeastern end of
the island, near the oil refinery.
Druif Beach, located on the East Side of the island.
features a broad stretch of white powder sand and
calm waters. Hotel facilities nearby.
Tops optional. Accessible by public bus, car or taxi
best in the world. All are marked by white sands and
cyrstal clear waters.
Arashi Beach is located just south of the lighthouse
near the northwestern tip of Aruba and is known for
terrific snorkeling.
Palm Beach is famous for calm waters and is located
right in front of the major resorts.
Eagle Beach provides shaded picnic areas and plenty
of parking right off the main road. Several hotels are
nearby, just across the street from the beach.
Rodgers Beach features a slightly rough surf. It is
located close to the Baby Beach, and offers shady
areas and shower facilities.
Baby Beach, known for its tranquil swimming cove, is
located in Seroe Colorado at the southeastern end of
the island, near the oil refinery.
Druif Beach, located on the East Side of the island.
features a broad stretch of white powder sand and
calm waters. Hotel facilities nearby.
Tops optional. Accessible by public bus, car or taxi
What To Do In Aruba
Water Activities
Deep Sea Fishing
Parasailing
Sailing & Boating
Snorkel & Snuba Diving
Wind & Kite Surfing
Underwater Tours
Land Sports
Bus/Jeep Tours
Cycle Tours
Golf & Tennis
Horseback Riding
ATV Tours
Water Activities
Deep Sea Fishing
Parasailing
Sailing & Boating
Snorkel & Snuba Diving
Wind & Kite Surfing
Underwater Tours
Land Sports
Bus/Jeep Tours
Cycle Tours
Golf & Tennis
Horseback Riding
ATV Tours
Languages:
Spanish, English, Portuguese, Chinese, German and French
are also spoken
Time
Atlantic Standard Time GMT -4
Electricity
The island has decided to adopt the North American voltage
standard of 110 A.C. (60 cycles), the same as in the United
States and Canada. The TV standard is NTSC
Currency
Aruba's currency is the florin, denoted by the letters 'Afl.' ,
divided into 100 cents. The rate of exchange with the US
dollar is Afls 1.77 for cash and Afls. 1.79 for checks. Traveller's
checks are widely accepted.
Banks
Banking services are availab le at the airport. There are also
five banks with several branches at other convenient
locations. ATM machines are available for cards compatible
with the Cirrus system.
Credit Cards
All major credit cards are accepted.
Medical
The main 280-bed hospital is well-equipped. Oxygen tanks
and hemodialysis services are available. Hotels have doctors
and dentists on call.Appointments can be arranged through
your hotel.
Drinking Water
There is no need to buy bottled water in Aruba, the island's
tap water is pure and refreshing, distilled in the world's
second largest saltwater desalination plant
Room Tax
There is a 6% government tax on rooms and 11% hotel
service charge on rooms, both will be shown on your hotel bill.
Shopping
Most stores open from 9am to noon or 1pm and from 2pm to
6:30pm, although some remain open between noon and 2pm.
Shops are open from Monday to Saturday. Hotel stores have
varying hours. The Alahambra bazaar is open between 5pm
and midnight. Mall store hours are 10am until 6pm.
Special Facilities
Limited facilities for disabled persons are available. Some
hotels have rooms that can completely accommodate disabled
people while others have more limited facilities with ground
floor rooms and wider doors to enable use of wheelchairs.
Attire
With Aruba's tropical climate, you will be comfortable in casual
summerwear plus some light evening wear for restaurants,
nightclubs and casinos (men might need a light jacket for
some of these). Bathing suits are not permitted in shopping
and business areas.
Spanish, English, Portuguese, Chinese, German and French
are also spoken
Time
Atlantic Standard Time GMT -4
Electricity
The island has decided to adopt the North American voltage
standard of 110 A.C. (60 cycles), the same as in the United
States and Canada. The TV standard is NTSC
Currency
Aruba's currency is the florin, denoted by the letters 'Afl.' ,
divided into 100 cents. The rate of exchange with the US
dollar is Afls 1.77 for cash and Afls. 1.79 for checks. Traveller's
checks are widely accepted.
Banks
Banking services are availab le at the airport. There are also
five banks with several branches at other convenient
locations. ATM machines are available for cards compatible
with the Cirrus system.
Credit Cards
All major credit cards are accepted.
Medical
The main 280-bed hospital is well-equipped. Oxygen tanks
and hemodialysis services are available. Hotels have doctors
and dentists on call.Appointments can be arranged through
your hotel.
Drinking Water
There is no need to buy bottled water in Aruba, the island's
tap water is pure and refreshing, distilled in the world's
second largest saltwater desalination plant
Room Tax
There is a 6% government tax on rooms and 11% hotel
service charge on rooms, both will be shown on your hotel bill.
Shopping
Most stores open from 9am to noon or 1pm and from 2pm to
6:30pm, although some remain open between noon and 2pm.
Shops are open from Monday to Saturday. Hotel stores have
varying hours. The Alahambra bazaar is open between 5pm
and midnight. Mall store hours are 10am until 6pm.
Special Facilities
Limited facilities for disabled persons are available. Some
hotels have rooms that can completely accommodate disabled
people while others have more limited facilities with ground
floor rooms and wider doors to enable use of wheelchairs.
Attire
With Aruba's tropical climate, you will be comfortable in casual
summerwear plus some light evening wear for restaurants,
nightclubs and casinos (men might need a light jacket for
some of these). Bathing suits are not permitted in shopping
and business areas.
Aruba Sightseeing
Arikok Park
Aloe Museum & Factory
Bird Sanctuary
Butterfly Farm
Donkey Sanctuary
California Lighthouse
Caves
Historic Gold Mills
Natural Bridge
Natural Pool
Lourdes Grotto
Offshore Islands
Ostrich Farm
Rock Formations
Sand Dunes
Arikok Park
Aloe Museum & Factory
Bird Sanctuary
Butterfly Farm
Donkey Sanctuary
California Lighthouse
Caves
Historic Gold Mills
Natural Bridge
Natural Pool
Lourdes Grotto
Offshore Islands
Ostrich Farm
Rock Formations
Sand Dunes
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What To Do In Aruba
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Casinos in Aruba
Aruba's 11 casinos open between 10 am and noon for evening
for game-table play. Dress is resort-casual. Swimsuits, short
shorts, and beach shoes are out of place.
The Royal Cabana at La Cabana Beach Resort in the low-rise
hotel area is the largest casino on the island. It has the usual
slots (more than 300) and gaming tables (more than 30)
The Alhambra Casino on Manchebo Beach in the low-rise resort
area, is the most popular entertainment center on the
island.Several bars, a restaurant, more than 300 slot machines
and the usual gaming tables. The casino closes at 3 am.
The Crystal Casino, across from the waterfront in Oranjestad, is
open 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
The Seaport Casino is the only casino on the waterfront. It is
located across L.G. Smith Blvd at the Seaport Marketplace.
Tables, slots, bingo.
The Wyndham's Casablanca in the high-rise hotel district, has a
bar and live music. Big-buck gamblers gather in the back.
Copacabana at the Hyatt ( high-rise hotel district) has an
impressive Rio theme. A live band provides music every evening.
The Excelsior at the Holiday Inn draws a crowd on Mondays,
Wednesdays, and Fridays for 3:30 pm bingo games.
Marriott's Stellaris offers both nickel slots and high-rolling craps
and blackjack. Live music.
Royal Palm at the Allegro offers roulette, Caribbean stud poker,
and baccarat, 10:30 bingo games. Vegas-quality presentations
on the jumbo stage at Las Palmas Showroom.
Marengue in the Aruba Grand Resort has a quiet, casual
atmosphere.. It offers slots and game tables until 2 am.
Masquerade at the Radisson, has a popular big-screen TV that
shows sports events in the bar. Tables and slots in the large
domed playing area.
Aruba's 11 casinos open between 10 am and noon for evening
for game-table play. Dress is resort-casual. Swimsuits, short
shorts, and beach shoes are out of place.
The Royal Cabana at La Cabana Beach Resort in the low-rise
hotel area is the largest casino on the island. It has the usual
slots (more than 300) and gaming tables (more than 30)
The Alhambra Casino on Manchebo Beach in the low-rise resort
area, is the most popular entertainment center on the
island.Several bars, a restaurant, more than 300 slot machines
and the usual gaming tables. The casino closes at 3 am.
The Crystal Casino, across from the waterfront in Oranjestad, is
open 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
The Seaport Casino is the only casino on the waterfront. It is
located across L.G. Smith Blvd at the Seaport Marketplace.
Tables, slots, bingo.
The Wyndham's Casablanca in the high-rise hotel district, has a
bar and live music. Big-buck gamblers gather in the back.
Copacabana at the Hyatt ( high-rise hotel district) has an
impressive Rio theme. A live band provides music every evening.
The Excelsior at the Holiday Inn draws a crowd on Mondays,
Wednesdays, and Fridays for 3:30 pm bingo games.
Marriott's Stellaris offers both nickel slots and high-rolling craps
and blackjack. Live music.
Royal Palm at the Allegro offers roulette, Caribbean stud poker,
and baccarat, 10:30 bingo games. Vegas-quality presentations
on the jumbo stage at Las Palmas Showroom.
Marengue in the Aruba Grand Resort has a quiet, casual
atmosphere.. It offers slots and game tables until 2 am.
Masquerade at the Radisson, has a popular big-screen TV that
shows sports events in the bar. Tables and slots in the large
domed playing area.
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Hotels
Resorts & Spas
Vacation Home & Villas
Vacation Packages
Car Rentals
Travel With Pets
Specialty Travel
Tours
Festivals & Special Events
Travel Insurance
Travel Planning
Destinations
Travel Guides
Maps
Travel Store
Resources
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use
Contact Us
Roundtrip Aruba Airport Transfer
To get to your hotel as soon as possible,the last thing
you want is a long wait! When you fly to Aruba, a
coach will be there waiting for you at the airport to
ensure you have a stress free comfortable journey to
your destination
Details and Booking
To get to your hotel as soon as possible,the last thing
you want is a long wait! When you fly to Aruba, a
coach will be there waiting for you at the airport to
ensure you have a stress free comfortable journey to
your destination
Details and Booking
Transfers & Ground Transport in Aruba
Roundtrip Aruba Airport Private Transfer
Avoid the hassle and pre-book your roundtrip private
transfer before you leave home. Get the personable
treatment you deserve with this private airport
service that can accommodate you and your family's
needs.
Details and Booking
Avoid the hassle and pre-book your roundtrip private
transfer before you leave home. Get the personable
treatment you deserve with this private airport
service that can accommodate you and your family's
needs.
Details and Booking