{"id":32854,"date":"2025-09-19T11:07:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T11:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=32854"},"modified":"2025-09-19T14:18:31","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T14:18:31","slug":"facts-about-aruba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/","title":{"rendered":"Booking a holiday to Aruba: What to know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Aruba isn\u2019t just sun-kissed beaches, the gentle rustle of swaying palms, and shimmering turquoise waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, it\u2019s a tropical paradise perfect for spending your days exploring one unspoilt cove after another. But this island has plenty more to offer. And we\u2019ll prove it with some incredible Aruban facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that Aruba is known as &#8220;One Happy Island,&#8221; and it&#8217;s a joyful melting pot of cultures, languages, and traditions? There are plenty more nuggets of knowledge where that came from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s leap into 12 <strong>amazing facts about Aruba<\/strong>. From its unique climate to its vibrant carnival tradition, these tantalising truths will give you a fresh perspective on this popular Caribbean idyll.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/diane-thornton-bAPK6vmpXhE-unsplash-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/diane-thornton-bAPK6vmpXhE-unsplash-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beach with palm trees in aruba\" class=\"wp-image-32855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/diane-thornton-bAPK6vmpXhE-unsplash-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/diane-thornton-bAPK6vmpXhE-unsplash-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/diane-thornton-bAPK6vmpXhE-unsplash-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Aruba is a beach-lover\u2019s paradise. Image Source: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/white-boat-on-sea-near-seashore-bAPK6vmpXhE\"><em>Diane Thornton on Unsplash<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/britishtravelawards.com\/vote_form.php?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic.png\" alt=\"Vote for Blue Bay in the British Travel Awards 2024\" class=\"wp-image-32782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic.png 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic-300x48.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic-768x123.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69db9c354f855\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69db9c354f855\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69db9c354f855\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#12_Super_Interesting_Facts_About_Aruba\" title=\"12 Super Interesting Facts About Aruba\">12 Super Interesting Facts About Aruba<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#1_Aruba_is_Known_as_%E2%80%9COne_Happy_Island%E2%80%9D\" title=\"1. Aruba is Known as &#8220;One Happy Island&#8221;\">1. Aruba is Known as &#8220;One Happy Island&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#2_The_Climate_of_Aruba_is_Unique_in_the_Caribbean\" title=\"2. The Climate of Aruba is Unique in the Caribbean\">2. The Climate of Aruba is Unique in the Caribbean<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#3_You_Dont_Have_to_Worry_About_Hurricanes_on_Aruba_Holidays\" title=\"3. You Don\u2019t Have to Worry About Hurricanes on Aruba Holidays\">3. You Don\u2019t Have to Worry About Hurricanes on Aruba Holidays<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#4_Aruba_Carnival_Began_in_1954\" title=\"4. Aruba Carnival Began in 1954\">4. Aruba Carnival Began in 1954<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#5_Most_Arubans_Speak_4_Languages\" title=\"5. Most Arubans Speak 4 Languages\">5. Most Arubans Speak 4 Languages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#6_Aruba_is_Famous_for_its_Fabulous_Food\" title=\"6. Aruba is Famous for its Fabulous Food\">6. Aruba is Famous for its Fabulous Food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#7_Arikok_National_Park_Covers_Nearly_20_of_the_Island\" title=\"7. Arikok National Park Covers Nearly 20% of the Island\">7. Arikok National Park Covers Nearly 20% of the Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#8_Cave_Paintings_Showcase_Arawak_Heritage\" title=\"8. Cave Paintings Showcase Arawak Heritage\">8. Cave Paintings Showcase Arawak Heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#9_Eagle_Beach_Voted_One_of_the_Best_in_the_World\" title=\"9. Eagle Beach: Voted One of the Best in the World\">9. Eagle Beach: Voted One of the Best in the World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#10_Oranjestad_is_Named_After_William_I_of_The_Netherlands\" title=\"10. Oranjestad is Named After William I of The Netherlands\">10. Oranjestad is Named After William I of The Netherlands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#11_Aruba_Can_Flex_its_Eco-Friendly_Credentials\" title=\"11. Aruba Can Flex its Eco-Friendly Credentials\">11. Aruba Can Flex its Eco-Friendly Credentials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#12_The_Fofoti_Tree_on_Eagle_Beach_is_a_Symbol_of_Aruba\" title=\"12. The Fofoti Tree on Eagle Beach is a Symbol of Aruba\">12. The Fofoti Tree on Eagle Beach is a Symbol of Aruba<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#Blue_Bay_Tip\" title=\"Blue Bay Tip:\">Blue Bay Tip:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-aruba\/#Make_Aruba_Your_Next_Escape\" title=\"Make Aruba Your Next Escape\">Make Aruba Your Next Escape<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Super_Interesting_Facts_About_Aruba\"><\/span><strong>12 Super Interesting Facts About Aruba<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out these 12 awesome Aruban facts to help you learn a little more about your holiday destination.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Aruba is known as \u2018One Happy Island\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Aruban climate is unique (in more ways than one)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hurricanes aren\u2019t a worry in Aruba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aruba Carnival is 70 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The people of Aruda are polyglots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aruba cuisine is fusion-tastic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20% of the island is Arikok National Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cave paintings showcase Arawak history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eagle Beach is award-winning!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oranjestad has Netherlands connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aruba is passionate about conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The fofoti tree is a symbol of Aruba<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Aruba_is_Known_as_%E2%80%9COne_Happy_Island%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>1. Aruba is Known as &#8220;One Happy Island&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aruba&#8217;s moniker, &#8220;One Happy Island,&#8221; is more than just a catchy slogan. When you touch down on this jolly island, you can\u2019t fail to raise a smile at the vibrant colour palette of the landscape. Pink coral, an azure blue ocean, powder white sands, emerald green aloe, and the rusty orange hue of desert-like land makes <a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/aruba?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aruba<\/a> a feast for the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And with super friendly locals and a high repeat visitor rate of 40%, it\u2019s no wonder the island is such a happy place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bucati-beach-1-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bucati-beach-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"bucati and tara beach resort beachfront in aruba\" class=\"wp-image-32857\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bucati-beach-1-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bucati-beach-1-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bucati-beach-1-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Bucuti &amp; Tara Beach Resort in all its glory<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_Climate_of_Aruba_is_Unique_in_the_Caribbean\"><\/span><strong>2. The Climate of Aruba is Unique in the Caribbean<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aruba stands out among Caribbean islands for its distinctive climate. Not get too science-y about it but &#8211; unlike its neighbours that experience humid tropical climates &#8211; Aruba boasts a dry climate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives the island a spectacular arid landscape. Cacti and aloe dot the terrain, thriving in the dry conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also means temperatures are a pleasant balmy 28\u00b0 all year round with very little rain, making it the perfect holiday destination for those looking for a guaranteed sun-soaked escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_You_Dont_Have_to_Worry_About_Hurricanes_on_Aruba_Holidays\"><\/span><strong>3. You Don\u2019t Have to Worry About Hurricanes on Aruba Holidays<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Much to the relief of many holidaymakers, Aruba hasn\u2019t experienced a hurricane in over one hundred years. This is because Aruba&#8217;s geographical location offers a unique advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The island is situated outside the hurricane belt. So when the Caribbean hurricane season is in full swing, Arubans don\u2019t have to batten down the hatches. Instead, visitors can enjoy their break without the worry of disruptive weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Aruba_Carnival_Began_in_1954\"><\/span><strong>4. Aruba Carnival Began in 1954<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Caribbean islands celebrate carnival. And Aruba is no different. Started in 1954 as a few quaint little street festivals, Aruba\u2019s carnival has grown into a spectacle of colour, music, parades, and dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CJa_NrHjTec\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:500px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CJa_NrHjTec\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\"> <div style=\" display: flex; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CJa_NrHjTec\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Esmee Jonk (@esmahee)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image Source: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CJa_NrHjTec\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\"><em>@esmahee<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20563653 BCX0\">Visit in January or February, don an extravagant costume, and join the festivities. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20563653 BCX0\">It&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20563653 BCX0\"> one of the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20563653 BCX0\">very best<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20563653 BCX0\"> things to do in Aruba. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20563653 BCX0\">The infectious Aruban beats will have you tapping your feet and dancing with the crowds in no time. Celebrating Aruban traditions and heritage, locals and tourists come together to party in spectacular fashion.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Most_Arubans_Speak_4_Languages\"><\/span><strong>5. Most Arubans Speak 4 Languages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because Aruba is such a heady blend of wonderful cultures, you\u2019ll hear loads of languages being spoken. While Dutch and Papiamento (a local Creole language) are the most popular dialects you\u2019ll hear, English and Spanish are also widely spoken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most residents on the island are quadrilingual and speak these four languages as a bare minimum. Unbelievably, some Arubans can also speak a smattering of Mandarin or Italian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Aruba_is_Famous_for_its_Fabulous_Food\"><\/span><strong>6. Aruba is Famous for its Fabulous Food<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aruba&#8217;s culinary scene is an intoxicating mix of South American and Caribbean influences with a dollop of Dutch gastronomic flair thrown in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From legendary fresh seafood to traditional dishes like keshi yena, there&#8217;s something for every palate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bpewp02n74V\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:500px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bpewp02n74V\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bpewp02n74V\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Jamie Milne (@everything_delish)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Pastechi heaven. Image Source: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bpewp02n74V\/?hl=en\"><em>@everything_delish<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you get your chops around some of these dishes on your Aruban escape:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pastechi<\/strong>: delicious half-moon pastries filled with chicken, tina or vegetables and spiced with cumin and nutmeg.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pisca hasa<\/strong>: With a heady jolt of Creole influence, this fried fish dish comes with a tasty onion, tomato, pepper and garlic sauce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keshi yena<\/strong>: A mixture of meat, peppers, onions, and raisins cooked in a hollowed-out Edam-style cheese.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cocada<\/strong>: Satisfy your sweet tooth craving with this coconut, sugar, and condensed milk candy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Arikok_National_Park_Covers_Nearly_20_of_the_Island\"><\/span><strong>7. Arikok National Park Covers Nearly 20% of the Island<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the pristine beaches of Aruba attract an array of visitors looking for a tropical paradise, Arikok National Park covers nearly a fifth of the island and is well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think awe-inspiring flora and fauna, the Aruban whiptail lizard, and Aruba\u2019s famous aloe plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiking trails offer breathtaking views and will get you up close and personal with the iconic desert landscape. If this sounds right up your street, bag yourself a guided tour with a park ranger and discover caves, lava rock formations, and the best areas to spot wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW149053181 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/aruba\/palm-eagle-beach\/embassy-suites-by-hilton-aruba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW149053181 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149053181 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW149053181 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149053181 BCX0\"> is only a 20-minute drive away.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW149053181 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Cave_Paintings_Showcase_Arawak_Heritage\"><\/span><strong>8. Cave Paintings Showcase Arawak Heritage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re in Arikok National Park, don\u2019t miss the Fontein Cave. Venture into the recesses of rock formations, look up, and see the ancient cave paintings drawn by Arawak Indians.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remarkably preserved, these drawings give a glimpse into the island\u2019s past, long before European colonisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Eagle_Beach_Voted_One_of_the_Best_in_the_World\"><\/span><strong>9. Eagle Beach: Voted One of the Best in the World<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/47adbf1-1-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/47adbf1-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"eagle beach, aruba\" class=\"wp-image-32859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/47adbf1-1-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/47adbf1-1-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/47adbf1-1-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Eagle Beach, Aruba &#8211; one of the best in the world.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In 2021, Tripadvisor voted Eagle Beach the 7th best beach in the world. This accolade is no surprise. Glorious ocean panoramas, Instagrammable white sands, and its cooling breezes are breathtaking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re in the mood to relax under a palm tree with a good book or you want to hit the water on a chiselled surfboard, Eagle Beach caters to all.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW28638313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28638313 BCX0\">Stay at <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW28638313 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/aruba\/palm-eagle-beach\/barcelo-aruba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW28638313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28638313 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Barcel\u00f3 Aruba<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW28638313 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28638313 BCX0\"> to be close to the beach.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW28638313 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#fd6b2b\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Oranjestad_is_Named_After_William_I_of_The_Netherlands\"><\/span><strong>10. Oranjestad is Named After William I of The Netherlands<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No trip to Aruba is complete without a jaunt to its capital, Oranjestad. Its colourful Dutch colonial architecture against the bustling harbour backdrop is a sight to behold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Named after William I, (William of Orange) Oranjestad is an achingly cool mix of local boutiques and international designer retailers. 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Aruba Can Flex its Eco-Friendly Credentials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve already proven that Aruba is not just about sun, sand, and sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But did you know that the island is also committed to sustainability in a big way? Efforts are underway to increase renewable energy usage and protect its coral reefs. 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The Fofoti Tree on Eagle Beach is a Symbol of Aruba<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on Eagle Beach, the island&#8217;s iconic Fofoti tree, shaped by the trade winds, is a symbol of Aruba. Twisted and gnarly, it looks a little out of place on the picture-perfect white sand. 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