Aruba's flag has a four-point red star and two yellow stripes on a blue background. The star represents the points of a compass and the island itself, surrounded by the sea. The stripes are for The Netherlands, which recognized Aruba's right to autonomous status in 1948.









Capital - Oranjestad

Population - Approximately 70,000

Language - Dutch is official, but Papiamentop, Spanish and English are spoken

Climate - Average is 82 degrees F.

Currency - The Aruban florin

The Island is 20 miles long & 6 miles wide




Flat, cactus-dotted landscapes and brilliant blue waters make Aruba a land of exciting visual contrast. Just off the coast of Venezuela, it's known for friendly Dutch hospitality, long white beaches, hotels with every facility, excellent watersports, colorful cabarets and spectacular casinos. Its residents are devoted,
gracious, energetic tourism hosts with eyes for detail.

Though Dutch is the official language, everyone speaks English and "Papiamento," the unique local combination of English, French, Dutch, Spanish and Portuguese which reflects Aruba's interesting history. Official currency is the Dutch "florin" but U.S. Dollars and major credit cards are welcome island-wide.

Outback Aruba is home to more than 200 species of birds. And the island recently added its first real 18-hole golf course -- designed by Robert Trent Jones. Lots to like!

KIDS R US IN ARUBA


Electricity is 110v, 60 cycles.

Weddings require to much work, the best thing to do is call the tourist board.

GO TO ARUBA









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Special Note:

We direct travelers to our travel insurance provider, and point out that U.S. insurance plans seldom cover health costs outside the U.S., nor do Medicare and Medicaid.

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