Destination Aruba with Kathy & John on South Third St.!
When did you visit Aruba? And for how long?
We spent 15 days on the island just this past January.
Had you been there before?
Yes, this was our third time.
Why Aruba? And by the way, where is Aruba, anyway?
We love the weather! Sunshine is guaranteed. Aruba lies below the hurricane belt, with steady trade winds and a constant 78 to 80 degrees. More specifically, Aruba lies just a few miles off the coast of Venezuela, in the southern Caribbean. It’s easily accessible, with major carriers offering daily flights.
Please tell us about your activities.
Aruba is quite small – just about 25 miles from end to end. Our travels consisted of a daily beach visit. (There are many to choose from.) After all, the purpose of the trip was R & R! The windward side of the island is rocky and rough and has a natural pool that is accessible only by Jeeps and overland vehicles.
We spent 15 days on the island just this past January.
Had you been there before?
Yes, this was our third time.
Why Aruba? And by the way, where is Aruba, anyway?
We love the weather! Sunshine is guaranteed. Aruba lies below the hurricane belt, with steady trade winds and a constant 78 to 80 degrees. More specifically, Aruba lies just a few miles off the coast of Venezuela, in the southern Caribbean. It’s easily accessible, with major carriers offering daily flights.
Please tell us about your activities.
Aruba is quite small – just about 25 miles from end to end. Our travels consisted of a daily beach visit. (There are many to choose from.) After all, the purpose of the trip was R & R! The windward side of the island is rocky and rough and has a natural pool that is accessible only by Jeeps and overland vehicles.
What else attracts you here?
It’s clean and safe. Aruba has a strict bottle deposit requirement, which appears to help with cleanliness and litter. Fresh water is abundant. They brew some decent lagers. And we understand the island boasts one of the largest de-salination plants in the world.
Our most recent visit had been about 10 years ago, and we were a little worried about the island’s proximity to Venezuela and its human rights and economic problems. But our research confirmed that the crime rate in Aruba remains very low.
It’s clean and safe. Aruba has a strict bottle deposit requirement, which appears to help with cleanliness and litter. Fresh water is abundant. They brew some decent lagers. And we understand the island boasts one of the largest de-salination plants in the world.
Our most recent visit had been about 10 years ago, and we were a little worried about the island’s proximity to Venezuela and its human rights and economic problems. But our research confirmed that the crime rate in Aruba remains very low.
Anyone else join the trip?
It’s always fun to have a friend along. Jan, from City Park Avenue, stayed with us for a few days.
It’s always fun to have a friend along. Jan, from City Park Avenue, stayed with us for a few days.
Typical weather in Aruba.
Do you have a favorite memory from this visit?
We rented a historic Arubian Cunucu farmhouse in the hills with a pool. When we checked in, Moku, the neighbor’s large, yellow dog met us at the door and stayed with us every day. She made us feel more at home.
We rented a historic Arubian Cunucu farmhouse in the hills with a pool. When we checked in, Moku, the neighbor’s large, yellow dog met us at the door and stayed with us every day. She made us feel more at home.
Care to share a travel tip?
Don’t overpack! Aruba is a relaxed, laid-back island, and there is no need for fancy clothes. Bathing suits and a few pairs of shorts will suffice. Also, consider choosing a rental house or boutique apartment over a hotel. There are many affordable options. For you active travelers, you’ll find wonderful diving, snorkeling, windsurfing and kitesurfing. Aruba is a part of the Netherlands, and the Dutch influence here makes for interesting culinary choices. Abundant and tasty!
Don’t overpack! Aruba is a relaxed, laid-back island, and there is no need for fancy clothes. Bathing suits and a few pairs of shorts will suffice. Also, consider choosing a rental house or boutique apartment over a hotel. There are many affordable options. For you active travelers, you’ll find wonderful diving, snorkeling, windsurfing and kitesurfing. Aruba is a part of the Netherlands, and the Dutch influence here makes for interesting culinary choices. Abundant and tasty!
Go of the Month Aruba June 2020
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