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locally: Aruba
One Happy Island — guaranteed sun, Eagle Beach, and the Caribbean's safest bet.
Aruba sits outside the hurricane belt and averages 300+ sunny days a year. Eagle Beach regularly ranks among the world's best, the high-rise hotel strip pulses with nightlife, and Arikok National Park hides caves, natural pools, and desert landscapes.
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Currency
AWG
USD accepted
Language
Dutch
+ Papiamento
Power
Type A/B/F
127V · 60Hz
Driving
Right
US-style
Airport
AUA
Queen
Emergency
911
Police · Fire
Arikok National Park — covers 20% of the island
Vader Piet wind farm renewable energy
Sea turtle nesting protection (Turtugaruba)
Single-use plastic bag ban (2017)
Monthly breakdown
Hurricane risk: LowJan
Best
Feb
Best
Mar
Best
Apr
Best
May
Best
Jun
Best
Jul
Best
Aug
Best
Sep
Best
Oct
Best
Nov
Best
Dec
Best
Major events
Aruba Carnival
Bon Bini Festival
Aruba Soul Beach Music Festival
12.56°N, 69.93°W
A volcanic rock pool on the rugged northeast coast, reachable only by 4x4 or horseback.
12.48°N, 69.95°W
A limestone cave in Arikok with twin chambers lit by sunlight from roof openings.
12.42°N, 69.87°W
A shallow, crescent-shaped lagoon on the southern tip — perfect for families and snorkeling.
Baked Gouda cheese stuffed with spiced chicken — shared with Curaçao but Aruba claims it too.
A slightly sweet cornmeal pancake served alongside stews and soups.
Deep-fried turnovers with cheese or meat — the island's go-to snack.
Crime
Aruba is one of the safest Caribbean islands, but don't leave valuables unattended on the beach.
Transport
The natural pool requires a 4WD — don't attempt it in a sedan.
Health
Trade winds are constant — stay hydrated even when it doesn't feel hot.
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