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The Caribbean island of Aruba offers plenty of options to keep you happy and busy during your vacation. Explore popular attractions and things to do in Aruba and discover for yourself why it’s been nicknamed “One Happy Island.” From the white sand beaches with crystal clear blue water to the colonial architecture to the excitment of assorted water sports, Aruba has something to keep visitors as happy as the people of this beautiful island.
Aruba is one of the most ethnically diverse populations in the world and is home to 90+ nationalities.
Aruba is just 9 miles off the coast of Venezuela, and on a clear day it is visible from the island.
The unique coral and shell composition of Aruba’s famous white sand beaches keeps the sand comfortably cool, even during the hours when the sun is most intense.
You’re practically guaranteed a sunny day in Aruba, with Aruba having the sunniest days of any island in the Caribbean.
With a location that lies far outside the Caribbean’s hurricane belt, Aruba isn’t subject to some of the same weather concerns as other islands in the region. The weather is consistently warm throughout the year, with average high temperatures of 82 degrees (Fahrenheit) and balmy evenings in the 70s. Aruba benefits from near-daily trade winds, although when the trade winds do occasionally die, the perceived temperature increases a bit. Rain showers are most common from October to January, although when it does rain, the rain tends to be short-lived, leaving plenty of sunshine for visitors.