Aruba Vacation Rentals
Indulge in a tropical paradise on the Dutch Caribbean Island known as Aruba. Whether you are seeking for the sun, the fun, or the casino nightlife, Aruba should be high on anyone’s Caribbean list of places to vacation. When planning a vacation for Aruba, your first decision will be whether you want vacation rental that is a seaside condo near all or a private villa with a pool. With the brightest blue waters to be seen and tropical flora plentiful all year round, the couples, families and honeymooners find Aruba to be a superior destination.
Aruba Beaches
The beaches on Aruba offer superb stretches of white sand, crystal clear water and present an ever-ready picturesque photo opportunity. The gentle surf hitting the shores makes for ideal swimming conditions. Here you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, sailing and fishing. There are all kinds of beach activities and rental locations if you want to rent the equipment needed for various water sports activities. Water sports top the list for many visitors. Take a ride on a catamaran, swim or snorkel, or scuba dive to explore sunken wrecks and colorful reefs.
Aruba Activities
For those who do not dive, you can still view the amazing underworld of the sea. This underwater excursion can be achieved aboard a passenger submarine is the simplest way not to miss all kinds of brightly colored tropical fish.
A golfer’s thirst is quickly quenched by playing at Tierra del Sol. You can horse back ride in the interior or along the beaches. If tennis is your thing, courts can easily be found throughout the island.
Take a jaunt into the countryside to see the limestone Quadiriki Caves within the Arikok National Park. The terrain of Aruba is certainly unique and filled with massive boulders and hills. Hikers love to climb here up to the highest point on the island. At 531 feet above sea level, you can actually see Venezuela. There was "gold in them hills” of days gone by and the Aruba Historic Gold Mills houses these ruins from the 14th Century when gold reign for the pirates. Explore the archaeological finds of some of the earliest traces of human habitation on Aruba in the Archaeological Museum. Other museums and points of interest include Aruba Aloe Museum, Museum of Antiquities, Numismatic Museum and Fort Zoutman.
Once the sun sets doesn’t mean your activities are over. Head to the casinos, or to one of the many nightclubs offering live music, entertainment and dancing.
Aruba Dining
Sample some of Aruba’s Argentine steak, Asian fusion, BBQ, and the local specialties made from the fresh caught seafood of the day. Indoors or out, choose to enjoy a romantic breathtaking sunset dinner for two on the beach or a fun family night on the town in a casual setting. There are enough dining options to go around for everyone. The markets in Orangestad are well-stocked if you decide to eat in or cook a meal in your vacation rental.
Aruba Shopping
Oranjestad is the center of Aruba and is the island’s biggest shopping district. Run up and down the streets to locate delicious Dutch cheeses and Blue delft china. There are many duty free shops offering bargains on jewelry, perfumes, designer clothing and leather goods. A visit to the colorful outdoor bazaar, near the docks, presents local art and crafts. Aloe is native to Aruba and aloe-based products are available in many shops.
