Carnival is here – Aruba’s biggest and most colorful party of the year! The One Happy Island celebrates their 66th carnival celebration in 2020, and as per usual, the Aruban community is happily enjoying every moment leading up to the grand parades. In honor of Aruba’s Carnival Season, I thought it would be fun for … Continue reading “Carnival Throwback: Colorful Costumes of the Last Decade”
Papiamento Words People Say During Aruba’s Carnival
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”
A Glimpse of Aruba’s Carnival 65!
The colorful whirlwind known as Carnival has passed us by in a blink of an eye, yes… Aruba’s favorite time of year has sadly come to an end! Carnival came and conquered. Leaving all of Aruba in dire need of a week-long siesta (well, for some us at least). If you unfortunately did not catch … Continue reading “A Glimpse of Aruba’s Carnival 65!”
Photo by Matthew's Beachside Restaurant
10 Tasty Drinks to Try in Aruba
Love a good cocktail? Get inspired with this list of 11 must-try drinks, and indulge your taste buds to some intoxicating treats while you’re in Aruba. Ready, Set, Go…or rather: shake, pour, and sip! 1. Da’ Killer Blue Whale Cocktail Components: Coconut Rum, Blueberry Vodka, Lemonade and a 190-Proof Bite Bartenders on Duty from: 11.00 … Continue reading “10 Tasty Drinks to Try in Aruba”