As they say, the most important meal of the day is breakfast (or Brunch for those of us who enjoy to press that satisfying snooze button…😉)! Are you wondering where to go grab your morning bite to fuel up for a ‘Dia Yen di Alegria‘ on the One Happy Island? *P.S. That’s a common saying … Continue reading “13 Yummy Breakfast & Brunch Places in Aruba”
Wondering where to go for some retail therapy while you frolic around Downtown Aruba, a.k.a ORANJESTAD? You’re in luck! I’ve compiled A LIST OF SHOPPING SPOTS TO CHECK OUT IN THE ORANJESTAD DISTRICT, including some recommended food places nearby (gotta fuel up when your on a shopping spree ;-)) and parking tips too! Discover who … Continue reading “Shopping in Aruba – 4 Oranjestad Retail Therapy Spots”
Many ARUBA LOVERS are avid beach enthusiasts, so we decided to create the ULTIMATE CHECKLIST FOR A FUN-IN-THE-SUN BEACH DAY on the One Happy Island. Check out the features below! Reef safe sunscreen With the world having lost 50% of our coral reefs in the last 30 years – reef safe sunscreen should be your … Continue reading “Pack Your Bags for a Beach Day in Aruba!”
Not many people are aware that Aruba’s rarest of treasures, old tales about the ways of life, insights on the history of the Aruban people, and so much more about the genuine heritage of Aruba can be discovered at one unique venue: Etnia Nativa. This is all thanks to a man with a wealth of Aruba-knowledge: … Continue reading “Introducing Etnia Nativa and the ‘Untold Stories of Aruba’ Series”
Meet & Greet Aruba’s Animals 1. The Butterfly Farm Experience a special tour full of fun facts about diverse butterfly and moth species that live at Aruba’s very own butterfly farm! *Tip from the Team: The early AM tours are notorious for being the best ones to experience! If you and your family are big … Continue reading “Family Vacation in Aruba: 16 Kid-friendly Activities!”
Did you know that Aruba’s diverse terrains include the intricate mangrove ecosystem? The most popular mangrove sites in Aruba would definitely be considered: SPAANS LAGOEN & MANGEL HALTO. Over the past years there have been some concerned comments shared by both locals and visitors of our One Happy Island about the not-so-happy care when it comes … Continue reading “Mangroves and Wildlife: Environmental Awareness from Aruba Pt. II”
Every year during summertime the One Happy Island gathers for a FISHERMAN HUTS FIESTA with the ANNUAL WINDSURFING & KITE-SURFING EVENT: the Aruba Hi-Winds festival! Personally, I LOVE the vibes of Aruba Hi-Winds. As a local, I’ve been to quite a few of these beach-side happenings over the years, and one of the things that definitely stands … Continue reading “Big Airs and Good Times Await at the 2018 Aruba Hi-Winds!”
Plant-based nutrition is all the rage, and Aruba is catching on to the veggie-friendly ways! VisitAruba is having a digital plant-based party (a.k.a a veggie-friendly blog), and our guest list will have some food options for those who want to eat vegan and/or vegetarian while on the One Happy Island. This veggie-fiesta guest list includes: 🍕 Itza … Continue reading “Plant-based Party in Aruba: Food Options for Veggie Lovers”
