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Aruba is located in the southern Caribbean Sea, north of the coast of Venezuela. It is one of three countries that form the Kingdom of the Netherlands with Aruban citizens holding Danish passports. Arubans reflect a mixed culture with an evident Dutch influence. The official language is Dutch but the common vernacular is Papiamento, a linguistic mixture with borrowed words from many languages. English usage has increased as a result of tourism.
Aruba enjoys a dry climate and arid, cactus-strewn landscape. ...
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Visitors can confidently expect warm, sunny weather. Due to Aruba's ideal weather, vacationing in this idyllic setting is excellent at any time of the year.
Aruba is renowned for its white, sandy beaches on the western and southern coasts with beaches on the northern and eastern coasts being relatively untouched, rugged, and wild. Rejuvenate on majestic beaches with sprawling white shores and crystal clear waters and feel the strain of daily life dissipate under the tropical sun. The beaches are warmed by the sun and cooled by the trade winds and are open to public. Aruba offers a unique combination of land and sea activities and declares itself the windsurfing capital of the Caribbean. Warm, calm waters offer the perfect conditions for water-based fun that include scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, jet skiing, tubing, parasailing, and fishing or kayaking along the mangrove coast. Also available are land-based activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, golfing, hiking, and jeep tours. For the avid shopper, there is an abundance of venues for shopping.
After a sun-soaked day of activity or relaxation, you can join the vibrant Aruban nightlife that includes cruises, barhopping buses, martini bars and karaoke, as well as casual pubs and upscale bistros. You will be warmed by the friendliness of the locals. No matter your expectations for your Caribbean vacation, Aruba provides the ideal vacation destination that will leave you rejuvenated and refreshed.
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The currency used is the Aruban Florin, but the United States Dollar is also accepted.
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The temperature ranges from around 25°C to 32°C with little variation.
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The voltage used is 120V.
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The official language is Dutch, but the most predominant language spoken in Aruba is their native language, a Creole called Papiamento. English and Spanish are also widely spoken by locals.
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The time zone in Aruba is Atlantic Standard Time or GMT (UTC)-4.
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Documents required to visit Aruba
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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