| About Aruba |
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The island of Aruba is located approximately 15
miles off the coast of Venezuela and is part of the
ABC ( Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao ) islands located
in the Netherland Antilles. Aruba itself is less than
20 miles long with its widest point being only 6
miles. Altogether it's about 70 square miles
making it easy to explore in the right vehicle.
miles off the coast of Venezuela and is part of the
ABC ( Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao ) islands located
in the Netherland Antilles. Aruba itself is less than
20 miles long with its widest point being only 6
miles. Altogether it's about 70 square miles
making it easy to explore in the right vehicle.
The capital city of Aruba is Oranjestad, and
the island currency is the AFL, or Florin,
though US Dollars are accepted everywhere.
Most Arubans speak four languages; Dutch,
Papiamento, Spanish and English, so
communication is no problem.
the island currency is the AFL, or Florin,
though US Dollars are accepted everywhere.
Most Arubans speak four languages; Dutch,
Papiamento, Spanish and English, so
communication is no problem.
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Most visitors to Aruba tend to stay in the high-rise and low-rise hotel
areas of Palm Beach and Eagle Beach. While this can be fine for a
week or so, I wouldn't recommend it long term. These two areas, but
especially Palm Beach, are full of restaurants, shops and casinos and
are great fun for a night out.
For those who seek a bit more adventure, try some of these activities:
~ Scuba diving or snorkeling at various locations including old ship
wreck sites.
~ See the island on horseback or go off-roading in an ATV.
~ Visit the sand dunes of Arashi, the caves of Arikok National Park,
including Fontein Cave which features drawings from the native Arawak
Indians etched into the ceiling, and the amazing, various rock
formations, such as Ayo Rocks, which also feature drawings dating back
thousands of years.
~ Check out the old gold mine ruins.
~ Get up close with nature at Donkey Sanctuary Aruba, the Butterfly
Farm or Bubali Bird Sanctuary.
~ Try out some deep sea fishing off the northern coast of the island.
And if you really aren't sure what you want to do, then pick a beach,
grab a drink, and lay back and relax. It is a vacation after all!
areas of Palm Beach and Eagle Beach. While this can be fine for a
week or so, I wouldn't recommend it long term. These two areas, but
especially Palm Beach, are full of restaurants, shops and casinos and
are great fun for a night out.
For those who seek a bit more adventure, try some of these activities:
~ Scuba diving or snorkeling at various locations including old ship
wreck sites.
~ See the island on horseback or go off-roading in an ATV.
~ Visit the sand dunes of Arashi, the caves of Arikok National Park,
including Fontein Cave which features drawings from the native Arawak
Indians etched into the ceiling, and the amazing, various rock
formations, such as Ayo Rocks, which also feature drawings dating back
thousands of years.
~ Check out the old gold mine ruins.
~ Get up close with nature at Donkey Sanctuary Aruba, the Butterfly
Farm or Bubali Bird Sanctuary.
~ Try out some deep sea fishing off the northern coast of the island.
And if you really aren't sure what you want to do, then pick a beach,
grab a drink, and lay back and relax. It is a vacation after all!
Have a question? Let us know and we will try to provide answers!
Email us here.
Email us here.
June 2009 June 20: Father's Day Food Festival & Shopping Bazaar. Most stores located on main street Caya G.F. Betico Croes are open 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. The main street will be closed for all traffic from 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment and stores will offer incentives, special gifts and raffles. Malls are open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. June 21: Father's Day. June 21: Aruba's 24th International Triathlon. 1.5 k swim, 40 k bike race and 10 k run. Call (297) 585-4987 Mr. Jesse Beukenboom. June 24: Dera Gai – St. John’s Day. A folklore celebration at various Centro di Bario (community centers) where dancers will be dressed in bright yellow and red outfits performing amongst other, the traditional “Baile di cinta.” June 26: Olympic Day Indoor Run. Start: Guillermo Prospero Trinidad stadium at 18:00 hours Contact: IDEFRE June 26 - 28: Aruba Series Bracket Motorcycle Madness Drag Race at the International Raceway Palo Marga in San Nicolas. Contact: Mr. Juan Werleman Visit link June 28: Beach Tennis & Volleyball event. To register: link or call (297) 583 7074 July 2009 July 1 – 6: 23rd Annual Aruba Hi-Winds Amateur World Challenge. Aruba is the ideal location for one of the most celebrated amateur windsurfing competitions in the world because of its continuous trade winds. Participation from a number of countries brings windsurfers, depending on skill level and age, together to compete in six different categories: men, women, juniors, masters, super masters and freestyle.web: link Email: info@hiwinds-aruba.org or Contact: Mrs. Amayra Boekhoudt at Tel: (297) 582 3777 July 4 - 5: Aruba Reef Care Project. Contact: Castro Perez Tel: (297) 582 3777. An annual marine environment awareness campaign. July 4: Aruba Way Fun Run / Walk Time: 17:30 hours. Start: Seroe Colorado. July 5-11: 14th International Youth Bowling Tournament Tournament at Eagle Bowling Palace, Eagle. Contact: e-mail Tel: (297) 582 6443 Fax: (297) 583-6310 July 5: 5 K race Run/Walk. Time: 17:30 hours. Start: Hadicurari / Fishermans Hut. Contact: IDEFRE July 3: Heineken Green Zone Festival where artists from the Caribbean and Latin America perform. Contact person: Mr. Garcia at tel: (297) 582-9093 Fax: (297) 583-0778 July TBA: Back to school Food Festival & Shopping Bazaar. Most stores located on main street Caya G.F. Betico Croes are open 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. The main street will be closed for all traffic from 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment and stores will offer incentives, special gifts and raffles. Malls are open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. August 2009 Enjoy the SUMMER holiday at your own pace ... August 15: ENSURE Fun Run & Walk. Start: Buciti/Varadero at 17:30 hours. Contact: IDEFRE August 20 – 24: 14th Aruba International Pro-Am Golf Tournament. Professional and amateur golfers team up in a two-day, 36-hole tournament featuring gifts, prizes and special events. Tierra Del Sol Golf Course. Contact: Tel: (297) 586-7800 Fax: (297) 586-4970 or email: tierra.rent@setarnet.aw or Oliver Riding August 22: Family 5.5K Fun Run/Walk Musical Event. Time: 17:30 hours. Start: Hadicurari/Fishermans Hut August 28 - 30: International Drag Race at Palo Marga in San Nicolas link August 29: Food Festival & Shopping Bazaar. Most stores located on main street Caya G.F. Betico Croes are open 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. The main street will be closed for all traffic from 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment and stores will offer incentives, special gifts and raffles. Malls are open 10 a.m. – 8 p. m. September 2009 September 4, 5: 3rd Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival. Venue: Cas di Cultura. The smooth sounds of Caribbean jazz float through the warm Aruban air as this outdoor festival brings an impressive line-up of international musicians to the island’s Cas di Cultura. Contact: e-mail September 1,8,15,22,29: Bonbini Cultural festival starts at 7 pm at Fort Zoutman, Oranjestad (Historical Museum.) September: TBA Open (Singles, Doubles, Mix) at Aruba Racquet Club, Rooi Santo 21, Noord. Contact or link Sep 25-30: ULTIMATEBET.COM Aruba Poker Classic takes place at the Radisson Aruba Beach Resort & Casino, where people are coming together to compete for millions of dollars. The UltimateBet event is part of the 4th season of the World Poker Tour, which is aired on the Travel Channel. Contact: Melissa for information. October 2009 October 4: Fire Prevention Week 5 k & 10 km Run/ Walk at Tanki Flip. Contact: IDEFRE October 9,10: Eigth Annual Aruba Music Festival. This two-day star-studded concert takes place Columbus Day weekend and brings world-renowned musicians to Aruba’s shores. This year it will feature Gloria Estefan and REO Speedwagon. Concert to take place at Aruba Entertainment Center. For preferred seating or general admission please click or for more information please visit link October 17: Universal Trophy Youth 5K Race. Time: 17:30 hours. Start: Santa Cruz. October 23 – 25: Pending Super Finals Dragraces with racers from U.S.A., Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Curacao, Bonaire, St. Maarten and Aruba. This event will take lace at the International Racetrack Palo Marga in San Nicolas. Contact: Roland Arends at tel: (297) 584-0322 Fax: (297) 587-3884. e-mail: draginaruba@hotmail. com or visit the website www.draginaruba.com for additional information. Oct 30 - Nov 1: Aruba International Beach Tennis. Contact Tel: (297) 593 6512 Fax: (297) 588 4278 Sjoerd de Vries or visit link October 31: Halloween. Have your costume ready! November 2009 November 6-13: Aruba Annual International Catamaran Regatta.Catamarans from Europ, North – and South America will sail Aruba’s waters during this event. Contact: ata.aruba@aruba.com or www.arubaregatta.com for more information. November 6-8: International Veteran Tennis Classic. This tournament will take place at the Aruba racquet Club and attracts players from Germany, U.S.A. , Bonaire, Curacao, Virgin Islands and Aruba. Contact: Humphrey Hose at tel.: (297) 586-0215. Fax: (297) 586-0215 or email: arctennisclub@setarnet.aw November 7: Cross Country 5 k. Start: Alto Vista at 5:30 p.m. Contact: IDEFRE November 15: First Aruba Dart World Championship. Contact: Amayra Boekhoudt or visit TBA: 26th International Tennis Classic Pepsi/Gatorade/Royal & Sunalliance Tournament at Aruba Racquet Club, Rooi Santo 21, Noord. Contact or link November 21: Food Festival & Shopping Bazaar. Most stores located on main street Caya G.F. Betico Croes are open 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. The main street will be closed for all traffic from 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment and stores will offer incentives, special gifts and raffles. Malls are open 10 a.m. – 8 p. m. November 26: Thanksgiving Day December 2009 December 5,12,19 : X-mas Food Festival & Shopping Bazaar. Most stores located on main street Caya G.F. Betico Croes are open 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. The main street will be closed for all traffic from 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. There will be live entertainment and stores will offer incentives, special gifts and raffles. Malls are open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. December 3-6: Society of Incentive Travel Executive (SITE) in Aruba. For information link December 5: Sinterklaas (St. Nicholas) Celebration December 7: National Championship 800 m Run. Time: 18:00 hours. Start: Centro Deportivo Guillermo Prosperidad Trinidad, Oranjestad. December 25: Christmas holiday. December 26: Boxing Day December 27: Dande Festival. A true cultural music Festival at Club Caiquetio, Paradera. Starts at 8:00 p.m. December 27-31: Fire works and fire crackers display at various sites. December 31: New Year’s eve. |
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