"Aaaaawesome Arrrruuuuba!!!!" Top 5 Page for this destination Aruba by LoriPori

Aruba Travel Guide: 1,205 reviews and 2,142 photos

LoriPori toes' View of Palm Beach Aruba - Aruba

AN ARID DESERT ISLAND SURROUNDED BY THE SEA

Blessed with continuing and cooling trade winds and pristine beaches, the island of ARUBA is part of the Leeward group of the Dutch Caribbean Islands. A year-round paradise, Aruba is also well known for its excellent shopping and great restaurants.
Papiamento, Dutch, Spanish and English is widely spoken.
Aruba's name most likely originates from the island's first inhabitants, the Caiquetio - members of the Arawak Indian Tribe, who journeyed here from western Venezuela. uru ( canoe ) and oubao ( island ) might well be the source words since the Caiquetio came here by dugout canoe.
Aruba is known as "ONE HAPPY ISLAND". Hans and I agree with that phrase as we had a wonderful time here.
Ilona (Pushirubiano) and Herry met us at the airport. So sweet of them. They also took us on a SUV tour of their little island. We got to see De Hollandse Molen, California Lighthouse, Malmok Beach, Northern Coast of the island, Alto Vista Chapel and the Arikok National Park. Thank you so much. It was wonderful.
Now let me take you on a tour of this"one happy island"
BON BINI (welcome)

Jolly Pirates at the Malmok Reefs

WONDERFUL ARUBAN SUNSETS

Beautiful Aruban Sunset

Some of the prettiest sunsets I have ever seen are the ARUBAN SUNSETS. Usually around 6:00 p.m. ( at the time of year we are here ) folks start gathering along the beach to catch a glimpse and take pics of the day's sunset. The sky was usually a bright orange colour and the sun was a big ball of yellow. Totally awesome. I took some at the Holiday Inn Beach and some while on the dinner cruise.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Loved it!
Cons:Could have stayed a little longer

Last visit to Aruba: Nov 2006
Intro Updated Nov 11, 2006
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SEAWORLD EXPLORER Things to Do (6)

On your narrated tour of Aruba's undersea world aboard the SEAWORLD EXPLORER, you will enjoy a spectacular view of the... more travel advice

WHERE THE LOCALS EAT Restaurants (7)

After we left Alto Vista Chapel, it was lunch time and we were all getting hungry. Herry asked if we liked soup. I said... more travel advice

ARUBA'S BEACHES Favorites (12)

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DIVI DIVI TREES (Caesalpinia Coriaria) Favorites (12)

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Comments (59)

Yaqui Jan 6, 2012 at 6:38 AM Report Abuse

Love the beautiful beaches, dutch mill, lighthouse, and Alto Vista Chapel. Even the restaurant buildings have such character. What a beautiful peaceful place. I always enjoy your tours!
greekcypriot Apr 9, 2011 at 8:47 AM Report Abuse

Giasou Lori, Wow the sunsets of Aruba are awesome!
BruceDunning Oct 28, 2009 at 10:13 AM Report Abuse

It is obvious why you are near the to of rankings. The detail and comments show a lot of research and time spent to present to us the great tour virtually.
jumpingwithnorman Aug 13, 2009 at 4:10 PM Report Abuse

Hi, Lori. Shopping tips are always useful so thanks for posting these. I will definitely check them out if we ever get there! ciao, Nannette
evaanna Jun 26, 2009 at 7:07 AM Report Abuse

Your page is a mine of information for future travellers to Aruba. In fact, I feel as if I had just been there with you. Enjoyed your lovely pictures and excellent tips.
jumpingnorman Jun 16, 2009 at 5:16 AM Report Abuse

Toronto is awesome with a 5hr flight straight to cuba! That wild Arabian donkey looks a bit fat, hehe...and that's one goodlooking lighthouse! Wow, did u take that sunset pic???I gotta bring the family there. Dividivi looks like bad hair day, hehe.
junecorlett May 4, 2009 at 4:11 AM Report Abuse

Aruba tips are great. I would love to go on the "Octopus"
Arkeolog Mar 15, 2009 at 10:40 AM Report Abuse

WOW. I liked your opening photo and your useful tips. Great page in a word! Bora
hopang Mar 5, 2009 at 4:14 AM Report Abuse

Excellent page. Lots of activities and tours at Aruba. Guess you have enjoyed your vacation there. Sunset at Aruba is amazingly beautiful ~ho & pang
MalenaN Feb 7, 2009 at 10:54 PM Report Abuse

Lovely sunsets, beaches and fresh sea food! Sounds like a great destination for a holiday! Interesting to hear of the rock sculptures!