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Top Aruba Attractions 🌺 what to do & where to stay

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Aruba is one of the most beloved islands for a trip to the Caribbean. After spending a month on the island, I know many of the ins-and-outs and what you should be spending your time doing while on your trip! Here is a list of some of the best tours o...
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WHAT TO DO

These excursions will help you see so much more of Aruba :) Make sure you get away from the hotel chain on Eagle Beach & actually explore the best of what Aruba has to offer!!

 
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Best sunset boat trip on a pirate ship with open bar + a rope swing off the side! 100% recommend, we had the best time!
Jolly Pirate Sunset Sail Aruba
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This was THE BEST experience while in Aruba! Horseback riding through Arikok National Park + going to natural pools in the ocean. A surreal experience!
Horseback Riding + Natural Pool Tour
 
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What's better than champagne + brunch on a boat?
Champagne Brunch Cruise with Snorkeling
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Wine & dine has never looked better than when on a catamaran in the Caribbean!
Luxury Wine and Dine Dinner Sail in Aruba
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Aruba has great nightlife in addition to pristine beaches - don't miss out on a bar crawl! You'll have the best time & experience Aruba's crazy nights
Nightlife Barhopping Tour with DJ and Party Bus
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Visit the national park + natural pools for a great time! You'll be able to explore a whole new part of the island with this tour :)
Ultimate Island Jeep Safari
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An incredible way to see the island & beautiful blue waters from above! One of the best adrenaline rushes without feeling frightened
Parasailing
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A great way to experience more of the island that the hotel zone without having a car!
Full-Island Tour
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Get away from the crowded tours and book this private snorkeling trip (up to 10 people)!
Private Snorkeling Trip
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An alternative pub crawl for a crazy night out!
Pub Krawl + Party Bus
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Great excursion for kids!
De Palm Island with Bus Transportation
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An adventure across the island in UTVs where you can cliff jump, drive your ATV, and even visit the natural pools!
UTV Tour with Natural Cave Pool and Cliff Jumping
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WHERE TO STAY

The hotel that you stay at on vacation can genuinely make or break your trip. Check out these hotels (aka some of the best on the island) to make sure that you have the best time <3

 
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One of the nicest resorts to stay at in all of Aruba! Outstanding hotel that is beautiful and unique compared to the rest of Aruba's resorts.
HYATT REGENCY ARUBA RESORT SPA AND CASINO
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One of the nicest hotels on Eagle Beach!! You have the convenience of being near the nicest beaches/restaurants + the pool area is the nicest out of all the resorts!
HILTON ARUBA CARIBBEAN RESORT & CASINO
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Absolutely STUNNING resort! Stay here for the best Aruba experience if you're not on a budget :)
RENAISSANCE WIND CREEK ARUBA RESORT
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Such an adorable boutique hotel in Aruba to get away from the big chain resorts! You will enjoy your time and get such a more unique experience when staying here!!
BOARDWALK BOUTIQUE HOTEL ARUBA
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Great budget-friendly hotel that always has a party going on!
BARCELO ARUBA
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The pool area is great + right in the heart of everything you could want in Eagle Beach!
ARUBA MARRIOTT RESORT & STELLARIS CASINO
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BEACHES TO VISIT

Aruba has some of the best beaches in the Caribbean with the softest sand and crystal-blue water. Make sure you check out some of the different beaches around the island! They are all unique in their own ways :)

 
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One of the most stunning beaches on the island! Close by all of the popular hotels but you won't feel too crowded on the beach :)
Palm Beach
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Beach just north of the hotel chain where you can escape the hustle-and-bustle of the hotels and get away to this beautiful beach!
Arashi Beach
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Take a day trip out to renaissance island and visit Aruba's famous flamingo beach :)
Flamingo Beach