Experiencing carnival in Aruba is a total bucket list must-do. Whether you’re in it, or watching from behind the barricades, the festive vibes are absolutely contagious. Step up your game and dazzle fellow Aruba lovers with your carnival knowledge by learning this colorful celebration’s lingo. Discover 16 Papiamento words and phrases that are commonly used … Continue reading “Papiamento Words People Say During Aruba’s Carnival”
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Cheers to a Very Bubbly Sunday Brunch in Aruba
Do you love brunch? How about mimosas (or bubbly sans the OJ)? Me too! So please allow me to introduce your Aruba To Do List to a few sensational spots where you can enjoy a divine Sunday brunch on the One Happy Island. The criteria for this blog was pretty simple: the restaurants must offer … Continue reading “Cheers to a Very Bubbly Sunday Brunch in Aruba”
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Aruba Holiday Guide: 10 Locally Made Gift Ideas
Have you ever considered shopping local for your holiday gifts? Well, if you haven’t, then maybe you should this holiday season! Aruba has quite the wondrous treasures when it comes to locally made products, all you have to do is some research to discover the hidden gems. BUT, since it is the holidays, and I … Continue reading “Aruba Holiday Guide: 10 Locally Made Gift Ideas”
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Level up Your Aruba Love with These Holiday Papiamento Words
‘Tis the season for good food, great company and warm jolly feels! Aruba, the island where festivities are always welcome, is one hundred percent in on the holiday spirit. Discover the One Happy Island’s very own festive lingo with the following 19 Papiamento words and phrases to help you celebrate the holidays in Aruba to … Continue reading “Level up Your Aruba Love with These Holiday Papiamento Words”
Giving Thanks with a Vegan Thanksgiving in Aruba
That time of year has come again, and this is your reminder that the attitude (yours, mine, and everyone else’s) should be aimed towards gratitude! To show appreciation for all of you fellow Aruba lovin’ foodies, I’ve decided to share four traditional Thanksgiving-inspired vegan dishes and two sauces to try out if you want to … Continue reading “Giving Thanks with a Vegan Thanksgiving in Aruba”
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Vitamins for the Eyes in Artsy San Nicolas Aruba
Did you know that San Nicolas, aka Sunrise City, is a major hot spot for eye candy when it comes to the visual arts in Aruba? San Nicolas (SN) is Aruba’s very own budding Art District, and if you haven’t been yet, you need to go treat your eyes to some aesthetically-pleasing goodies by visiting … Continue reading “Vitamins for the Eyes in Artsy San Nicolas Aruba”
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Where to Play Beach Tennis in Aruba
Have you ever dipped your toes in the sensational-and-sandy world of beach tennis? This island-appropriate sport has become quite the trending topic when it comes to having fun and staying fit in Aruba. This is most probably because: a) You’re barefoot, and who doesn’t enjoy frolicking barefoot in sand? b) You can play solo, or … Continue reading “Where to Play Beach Tennis in Aruba”
Getting Ghoulish in Aruba to Celebrate Halloween 2019
“We don’t celebrate Halloween in Aruba.” That statement makes just about as much sense as the decisions that most scary movie characters make: NONE – of course us islanders celebrate the most spooktacular day of the year! Remember, we are the One Happy Island…This is Aruba’s official nickname, because our people love to celebrate life, … Continue reading “Getting Ghoulish in Aruba to Celebrate Halloween 2019”