Aruba

Quick facts

• Aruba is located outside the hurricane belt, making it one of the safest Caribbean islands during hurricane season.
• The island is home to the Arikok National Park, which covers approximately 20% of Aruba's land area and features unique geological formations, including the iconic Ayo Rock Formations.
• Aruba's capital city, Oranjestad, is named after the House of Orange, the Dutch royal family, and features colorful colonial buildings influenced by Dutch architecture.
• Eagle Beach in Aruba is consistently ranked among the top beaches in the world, known for its white sand and the iconic fofoti trees that lean dramatically toward the sea.
• The island has a vibrant underwater ecosystem, making it a popular destination for snorkeling and scuba diving, with over 30 dive sites including wrecks and coral reefs.

Travel details

Country

Aruba

Wind (now)

39 km/h

Coordinates

12.5211, -69.9683