Aruba is a small island which can be found in the Caribbean Sea, particularly in the West Indies. The main attraction of Aruba is its white sandy beaches. It is blessed with sunny weather throughout the year. The average temperature throughout the year is approximately 27 degrees Celsius or 81 degrees Fahrenheit. It is therefore very appealing to Europeans and Americans.
Because of the popularity of this island as a main tourist destination, the standard of living of people here is very high compared to other countries and islands in the Caribbean and South America. The official language in this island is Papiamento or Dutch. However, English and Spanish are also widely spoken throughout the island. The majority of the tourists in Aruba are Dutch but a number of visitors from the US, Spain and other European countries also visit this island frequently.
Aruba is one of the most sought after tourist destinations for almost 30 years now. According to studies, this attractive island has the highest number of repeat tourists in the entire Caribbean area. Aruba’s attractions include its clear blue seas and white sandy beaches. Apart from these Aruba and the tourism industry of the island are very popular because of the lovely accommodation, great customer service and a number of recreational activities for tourists. Apart from relaxing on the sunny beaches, a number of visitors like to spend time in exploring the island. Water sports, adventure activities like bike climbing and shopping are some of the recreational activities one can spend time doing. Some of the activities include trekking, scuba diving, snorkelling, wind surfing amongst others.
Aruba has some of the world’s finest restaurants and entertainment spots for tourists. Regardless of the type of food one likes, one is sure to find a place they would love. The majority of restaurants are located near Oranjestad and the Palm Beach. One could try the local Aruban food or the South American like the Brazilian or Argentinian. For those not willing to experiment a lot, there are a number of restaurants offering the American cuisine as well as Chinese and Mexican. There are also a few sushi bars on the island for the sushi lovers. Seafood lovers will never be disappointed with the mouth-watering variety of food offered by this island.
For those who love gambling and are into games such as poker, blackjack, slot machines, roulette etc., the island has more than ten gaming locations. These are open twenty four hours a day and seven days a week. There are also a number of night clubs and bars all across Aruba. These are great for having a relaxed evening and having an entertaining night with the loved ones.
There are a number of other activities besides shopping and adventure which is sure to keep one entertained. One can take some salsa lessons or even enjoy a moonlight cruise. For those into fitness, there are high class gyms and sporting activities to enjoy.
