Aruba is a small island in the Caribbean that lies off the coast of Venezuela. It is just thirty three kilometres long and has a tiny population of under one hundred thousand. It is owned by the Dutch and all the residents hold Dutch passports. Its climate is very arid and dry and it enjoys good weather for much of the year. It is a favourite holiday destination because it is almost guaranteed to be sunny and warm. Hotels in Aruba tend to be very nice and a lot of people will go back to the same one year after year.
You would expect the beaches to be stunning and you would not be disappointed. It makes a great destination to unwind an relax. You could choose to spend all your holiday on the beach getting a great tan and catching up on a little light reading. You can then sooth your tanned skin with fresh aloe vera from the island. But there are many other things to do.
For the water sports enthusiast this island is a dream. There s the perfect beach for every activity. If you prefer to snorkel then head to Boca Catalina beach where the warm waters are very calm. If you like to windsurf then Hadicurari Beach should be perfect for you. If you are a dare devil then go to Boca Grandi where the waves are great for kite surfing and body boarding.
If you like the idea of the sea but do not actually like getting wet then try going on a semi submarine. You can go down below the decks to the observatory which is five feet below the surface of the water. You can then admire the occupants of the sea in total comfort while hearing all about them from the on board narrator.
Aruba is full of great things to do such as a sunset cruise or a dinner cruise. It is the ideal spot for deep sea fishing. You can even go for complete luxury and hire a private catamaran.
For those that like dry land then there are bus tours to do, ATV safaris to go on and jeep safaris with which to explore the island. There is even an ostrich farm that you can visit.
The accommodation on Aruba caters for everybody. If you want to book a very luxurious room in a five star hotel then you can, and it will have world class service and amenities. If you prefer something more laid back then you can find this too. If you are travelling with a large group of friends of family then you could hire a villa. This is the perfect option to ensure that everyone has lots of room.
If it is just for a small family or a couple then an apartment may be the perfect size, and there are lots of nice ones for rent. Hotels in Aruba may also offer an all inclusive deal so that you can relax and enjoy your holiday without worrying what you have been signing for. There are lots of timeshares in Aruba which is not very surprising since so many people are repeat visitors.
