Aruba is a perfect destination for anyone who loves the sun and surf, with it’s clear azure waters. Palm Beach and Eagle Beach, together stretching for seven miles, constitute one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful shorelines. Feel free to browse numerous photos I've taken while I was there. I was fascinated by many things in Aruba, but beaches and Arubans were something special.

The Aruban way of life is as diversified as their many cultural backgrounds, their born-in heritage of hospitality and the plentitude of their cuisines, activities and entertainments.

The south-western coast with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters is the most popular spot. World-famous Palm Beach boasts high-rise hotels and casinos, while Eagle Beach offers picnic areas and low-rise hotels.

Arashi Beach is a perfect place to swim and snorkel because of its clear waters and gentle currents. Visit Baby Beach, which is ideal for children.

Windsurfing is a popular sport here, and with its constant year-round trade winds, which average 15 knots, it’s a prime sailing destination.

A rugged countryside dotted with mysterious caves and natural formations, is easily explored as the island’s small size makes it nearly impossible to get lost.

Here you will find world-class shopping – jewellery, watches, perfume, cosmetics, china, crystal, linens and designer fashions. Diners can sample a range of cuisines, from Creole and Indonesian to French. The casinos, which are open from early afternoon until late at night are worth a visit.

Explore Aruba’s countryside – see the 100 foot-long Natural Bridge carved out of coral rock by the rough surf, actually, last year that bridge collapsed, but it is still worth visiting. At the centre of the island is Hooiberg, with a stairway ascending its 541-foot peak, from which you can sometimes see Venezuela.

For nightlife Aruba offers dancing, cabaret show and 11 casinos to choose from.

Arubian government respectfully request that tourists (and locals) are aware of the fragility of Aruba's environment and its eco-systems, both on land and in the sea. They ask tourists (and locals) to help preserve Aruba's heritage by treating nature's irreplaceable bounty with respect and care for the generations to come.

Check this video for Top 10 reasons why visitors choose Aruba (Windows Media).

Click here to download the Aruba Travel Agent Reference eManual in PDF format (1.1MB).

("Enjoying Aruba" article from "Aruba Daily" Friday, 10^th March 2006)

ORANJESTAD (AAN): Aruba has such a terrific variety of things to do that it is little wonder why we are one of the top Vacation Destinations in the Caribbean. Most of the visitors that we receive come to experience the soulful ness of just relaxing on the beach with a good book while catching some accelerated rays to bring home to show to their friends.

People that visit the island also enjoy a wide variety of water-sports on the beach as well as sailing, snorkelling and diving in the beautiful blue Aruban sea. Also popular on the island is the fantastic variety of island tours available on buses, jeeps, and extreme vehicles. The tours available can take you all the way around the island in a day, or to specific sites for adventure and exploration, such as the natural Bridge and the Natural Pool.

Horseback riding tours are available as well with different camps offering a variety of tours and trips that will take you on a number of exciting trails by morning and day, and on romantic beaches by sunset. Aruba also boasts world-class windsurfing, which in itself brings many tourists to the island annually.

The island of Aruba has one of the highest repeat visitor rates in the Caribbean, which is a testament to the unshakeable reputation that we have here as such a top-notch Vacation Destination. We are very proud of our excellent reputation for quality activities, hospitality and service here in Aruba. People that visit our island enjoy their surroundings to the fullest while here, which  greatest compliment that a Vacation Destination could receive.