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Aruba is affectionately known as “One Happy Island” and it is. The island is a prime vacation desitination for vacationers of all types including cruise ships. The island of Aruba boasts a pleasant average temperature of 82 degrees year round and offers a variety of ways to enjoy the island from mega hotels to much more private resorts. Despite its size, the island has plenty to see and do from historic sites to natural wonders.

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Top 10 Beaches in the Caribbean

January 30th, 2010 · 2 Comments

A holiday to the Caribbean offers you the chance to visit some of the most spectacular beaches in the world. Virtually every island of the Caribbean will have beaches that amaze; with crystal clear blue seas, sugar white sand & palm trees.

To help you choose where to go and more importantly what beach to choose, we have compiled a list of the top 10 beaches in the Caribbean.

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Tags: Antigua · Aruba · Barbados · Beaches · Caribbean Destinations · Grenada · Jamaica · Southern Caribbean · The Bahamas · US Virgin Islands · Vacation Types · Western Caribbean

A Guide To The Best International Beaches

January 14th, 2010 · No Comments

Vacationing at beach is like heaven or earth for all the aqua lovers and fans. The beach vacation is different from the rest where you the pleasure to get soaked in the sun and sand, experience the ups and downs with the tides and get carried away with the huge waves. To enjoy the water and water activities there are several beach destinations around the world.

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Tags: Aruba · Barcelona · Beaches · Bermuda · Cancun · Caribbean Destinations · Eastern Caribbean · Europe · Mexico · Southern Caribbean · Spain · Vacation Types

Escape the Cool Weather with a Cruise Vacation to the Southern Caribbean

November 23rd, 2009 · 1 Comment

There comes a time in every snowy, bitterly cold, sun-starved winter season that even the hardiest optimists want to crawl under the covers and stay there until the first signs of warm weather. This year, instead of hibernating in a cocoon of blankets, consider booking a relaxing cruise to the southern Caribbean to recharge your batteries and remind you how exciting life away from the nearest heating vent can be.

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Tags: Aruba · Caribbean Destinations · Cruises / Cruising · Southern Caribbean · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

Exploring the Small Towns of Eastern Aruba

November 22nd, 2009 · No Comments

When visiting Aruba, tourists often spend most of their time near the western shore, home to the island’s capital and cultural center – Oranjestad – and most of the top beach resorts. Though the eastern half of Aruba lacks the glamour of the western beach areas, the area is home to many charming destinations waiting to captivate curious travelers. As the island is only 20 miles long, the small towns surrounding the island’s second-largest city, San Nicolas, and the incredibly diverse sights of eastern Aruba are only a short drive from all of the top resorts.

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Tags: Aruba · Caribbean Destinations · Southern Caribbean · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

Family Evenings In Aruba

November 11th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Though known for its exuberant night life, Aruba – especially the capital city of Oranjestad – also offers plenty of family-friendly entertainment in the evening hours. Within the capital city, families will find numerous options for evening entertainment, including everything from live shows and movie theaters to arcades and action-packed activity centers. As the city is also known as a safe, friendly destination, families can also just stroll through the scenic streets and admire everything from unique shops and cozy eateries to elegant architecture and historic sights. Families hoping to relax at their resorts may even find special weekly events designed for both parents and children, while the top family-friendly resorts also offer discounted travel packages that include unique upgrades for young travelers.

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Tags: Aruba · Caribbean Destinations · Family Destinations · Southern Caribbean · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips