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”
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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”
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!”
Your Guide to Aruba’s Carnival Celebration in 2019!
This year marks Aruba’s 65th Carnival Celebration (Yay!). To help you celebrate this annual cultural affair, I’ve compiled some helpful resources and insights on Carnival in Aruba to guide you all the way till last lap. Below you will find a list of recommended Carnival events to attend. I’ll also be sharing some Aruba carnival insights, … Continue reading “Your Guide to Aruba’s Carnival Celebration in 2019!”