Planning a great family vacation can be incredibly time consuming, but choosing Aruba, one of the top family vacation spots in the Caribbean, will actually make it much easier for you!
As a mother of a 1 -year old, I am super lucky to be living on an island that has a beach like Baby Beach, situated in Seroe Colorado in San Nicolas. My daughter just gets so excited upon entering the warm water of this beautiful lagoon-formed beach! She won’t get cold, can play for hours alongside the shore on the powdery-soft white sands, and as it’s secluded there are no dangerous currents.
Besides Baby Beach, there are plenty of other family-friendly beaches featuring public palapas, soft sands, calm waters and excellent spots for snorkeling, like: Mangel Halto (where I actually learnt how to swim), Palm Beach (lots of watersports activities and entertainment) and Arashi Beach (an Aruban family favorite on Sundays).
Great Weather All Year Round
Arubans often say God has blessed Aruba, and with good reason. Our island is situated outside the fringes of the hurricane belt and we enjoy more sunny days than any other Caribbean island.
What that means for you and your family is a smaller chance of getting cooped up in your hotel room during your well-earned family vacation. It’s simply unlikely to occur in Aruba. Visit our Aruba weather page for today’s weather.
Also, Arubans are renowned for our friendliness, which is another reason that some families have been coming down here for decades and forming lasting friendships with local people.
Family Friendly Hotels
Aruba boasts 20 resorts alongside Palm Beach and Eagle Beach and most of them are a participating partner in the One Happy Family Package. This package includes all kinds of special deals and promotions for families, like free breakfasts, free stays for kids and a check-in gift. For more information on this family package, please visit the One Happy Family page.
Fun Filled Activities for Kids of all ages.
Keep your toddler, pre-teen and teenager entertained and inspired by some unique island adventures. Interaction with animals ensures a great time for kids; visiting the Butterfly Farm, Donkey Sanctuary or the Philips Animal Garden will surely make them happy! Or encourage them to learn about our Indian past by visiting the Archeological Museum of Aruba, showcasing ancient man-made artifacts by the Caiquetios, an indigenous Arawak tribe. Visit Ayo or Casibari Rock formations as well, showcasing impressive climbable boulders and Indian rock paintings.
Hassle-Free Caribbean Vacation
As a top family vacation spot, Aruba offers direct flights from major US airports; Miami is only a 2.5-hour flight and New York is just a 4-hour flight. But that’s not all, because in Aruba you can pay for everything with American dollars too. In case you need to ask directions, rest assured! Arubans speak English fluently, as well as Dutch, Spanish and Papiamento, our official native language.
Born and raised on the One happy island Aruba, her passions include everything Aruba has to offer. From the best snorkel spots to authentic cultural experiences, she will give you the inside scoop on where to beach bum and where to get the best local dish, where to go salsa dancing and the island’s best practices to happiness!
This 11th edition we proudly present you with an all-new lineup, including both international stars and local talents. Confirmed names include: Ruben Blades, Maceo Parker, Zuco 103, Jesse van Ruller Trio, nG la banda, Corey Henry & the Funk Apostles and Shirma Rouse, with many more to be announced. remaining a cultural event, the CSJF 2017 offers a refreshed variety of tasty food and arts that mark the Caribbean. For the fifth time, the Renaissance Festival Plaza will be the throbbing heart of the festival. Located on the seaside of Oranjestad, this venue will once again welcome our visitors with its scenic sunsets and soothing sea breeze. besides being the main area for the festival,the plaza is your stop for several pre- and after parties.
The festival ignites Aruba’s music scene with an impressive lineup of international and local jazz, Latin, soul, and funk musicians at Renaissance Marketplace. It is not only about music; the vibrating atmosphere, food stands, and numerous bars make this an unforgettable, unique experience. There is a four-day warm-up preceding the festival held at smaller, intimate venues. Famous featured artists at past festivals include George Benson, Candy Dulfer, David Sanborn, Chaka Khan, Oscar d’ Leon, Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Prince Royce, Grupo Niche, Earth, Wind & Fire Experience and Kool & the Gang.
Aruba may be best known for its beautiful Caribbean beaches and perfect weather, but venture off the sand and check out fun attractions. You’ll find a happy island full of history, culture, rugged landscapes, exotic local dishes and even more fun activities in Aruba.
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Located 15 miles north of Venezuela in the warm waters of the southern Caribbean, Aruba is home to beautiful white-sand beaches, 82-degree days, and some of the warmest people in the world.
Our island is 19.6 miles long and 6 miles across, with a total area of 70 square miles. We’re located just below the hurricane belt, and unlike many islands in the Caribbean, our climate is dry, so we rarely have a rainy day. On the south and west coasts of Aruba, you’ll find Oranjestad, our capital city, and miles of beaches that have been named some of the best in the world. Here, you’ll find most of the hotels and all-inclusive resorts in Aruba, and Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA).
In the interior of the island, you’ll find Arikok National Park, a desert like preserve with a variety of wildlife, cacti and dramatic rock formations. You’ll also find some of Aruba’s most striking views, as the ocean crashes against the rugged shoreline below.
On the northeast coast, along the windward shore, you’ll see our island’s unofficial mascots, the fofoti trees. The constant trade winds have permanently sculpted them into graceful, southwesterly bending forms.
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