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Aruba (pronounced /?'ru?b?/) is a 33-kilometre (21&_160;mi)-long island of the Lesser Antilles in the southern Caribbean Sea, 27&_160;kilometres (17&_160;mi) north of the Paraguaná Peninsula, Falcón State, Venezuela. Together with Bonaire and Curaçao, it forms a group referred to as the ABC islands of the Leeward Antilles, the southern island chain of the Lesser Antilles. An autonomous region within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Aruba has no administrative subdivisions. Unlike much of the Caribbean region, Aruba has a dry climate and an arid, cactus-strewn landscape. This climate has helped tourism as visitors to the island can reliably expect warm, sunny weather. It has a land area of 193&_160;square kilometres (75&_160;sq&_160;mi) and lies outside the hurricane belt. Aruba's first inhabitants are thought to have been Caquetíos Amerinds from the Arawak tribe, who migrated there from Venezuela to escape attacks by the Caribs. Fragments of the earliest known Indian settlements date back from 1,000 AD. Sea currents made canoe travel to other Caribbean islands difficult, thus Caquetio culture remained closer to that of mainland South America. Europeans first learned of Aruba when Amerigo Vespucci and Alonso de Ojeda happened upon it in August 1499.[1] Vespucci, in one of his four letters to Lorenzo di Pierfrancesco de' Medici, described his voyage to the islands along the coast of Venezuela. He wrote about an island where most trees are of brazil wood and, from this island, he went to one ten leagues away, where they had houses built as in Venice. In another letter he described a small island inhabited by very large people, which the expedition thought was not inhabited.[citation needed]
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1. 5 unique and non-cliché dream honeymoon ideas
November 05, 2009
As a travel writer there's no way I could just settle for an all-inclusive package to Aruba and I refused to fall into the typical honeymoon destination traps.
So I came up with some great ideas for a non-typical honeymoon destination. Here are some fun – and just as dreamy – alternatives to typical honeymoons: hidden treasures, exotic destinations, little known deserted islands and more!
Retreat to mysterious Marrakech: If you're looking for an exotic and mysterious location, then Marrakech is your oyster. The Marrakech Medina is the old city where you'll find endless winding narro... (read more)
Author: Brooke Jester
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2. Adrenaline Rushes With Kiteboarding
October 22, 2009
For athletes, sports enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies, a new water sport activity has been getting the latest raves and craves from its fans. Kiteboarding has been going around the main beach circuits in Aruba, Hawaii, Texas, southern France and other parts of the Caribbean. There are many boarding activities available, using boards to glide or slide on water, snow or land. But kiteboarding takes the whole boarding experience to the next level. It involves the elements of both the water and the wind in order to glide your way through water and lift and maneuver your board using your kite... (read more)
Author: Tricia Oliver
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3. OECD Tax Treaties--Ecuador Not Signing
October 16, 2009
Recent Tax Information Exchange Agreements
* Andorra - Austria, France, Liechtenstein, Monaco, San Marino * Anguilla - Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands,United Kingdom * Antigua and Barbuda - Australia, Denmark, Netherlands, United States * Aruba - British Virgin Islands, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Spain, St. Kitt and Nevis, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Sweden, United States * Australia - Antigua and Barbuda, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, Jersey, Netherlands Antilles * Austria - ... (read more)
Author: Aurelia Masterson
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4. 4th Point to consider on how to choose the Right Home Business: Company Management
September 09, 2009
There is nothing worse than spending two years building your business, seeing some progress, seeing some success, receiving checks and seeing some residuals and watch it all go bust, just because the company owners decided to get on a boat with all the company profits and head to Aruba.
There is no more disheartening than those stories in the Internet.
The 4th point to consider when choosing the best suited home business for you is a SOUND COMPANY MANAGEMENT. Before deciding on the business, do your due diligence on the company owners and management.
Use the 5W3H method to eval... (read more)
Author: Jenny Solidum
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5. Divi Resorts- An Incredibly Luxiourious Vacation Place
August 18, 2009
Divi Resorts provide a range of vacation destinations in the Caribbean. There are a total of eight holiday resorts across the Caribbean, and they each have different creature comforts and locations to satisfy whatever you're searching for out of your vacation, from golf and spa facilities to gambling facilities at an onsite casino. Beneath are reviews of some of these properties so you can find out which Divi resort better accommodates the needs of your family for your next holiday.Divi Aruba All-Inclusive Beach ResortIf you're a big fan of comprehensive vacations, the Divi Aruba All-Inclusive... (read more)
Author: Curtis Hannah
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6. Caribbean wedding
August 04, 2009
Aruba is a great beautiful and friendly island in the Caribbean, a perfect place for what may be the most important day of your life. A marriage in the tropics in the most romantic atmosphere, just like you were in paradise will stay in your memory forever. Where else than in paradise you can start your new life? Spring, Summer, Autumn or even Winter, the weather is always perfect.
Many unique locations for a great Caribbean wedding give you that special taste of paradise in Aruba.
Beautiful wedding chapels, open air pavilions for wedding ceremonies and receptions are what many ... (read more)
Author: Paul Terkers
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7. Big game fishing in Aruba
August 03, 2009
Aruba is a great island in the Caribbean. The people are very friendly and Aruba is an island of hospitality and laughter. Crime rate is very very low. As a matter of fact it is one of the very few islands in the Caribbean where cruise ships stay overnight which means that even at night it is save for tourists to visit the city (compare that to other island). Besides the pearly white beaches, the crystal clear waters and the permanent north –east trade wind that cools of the heat, Aruba has much more to offer. How about fishing? There are many ways to fish. Just from the shores or a pier... (read more)
Author: Paul Terkers
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8. Going For The All Inclusive Travel Packages
July 27, 2009
If you are going on vacation, one of the options that you may have is getting all inclusive travel packages. It’s not everyday that people get vouchers for travel, so while you are still waiting for yours to arrive, you can settle for all inclusive travel packages.
Although vouchers for travel can be quite handy when planning your desired trip, most people still prefer all inclusive travel packages. One of the reasons for such choice is that this package is perfect for first time travelers who are visiting groups of islands, like the Caribbean for example. An all inclusive travel package ... (read more)
Author: Tom Herry
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9. Working in Aruba
July 23, 2009
Most people fall in love with Aruba right after their first visit. The culture, the great beaches, the warm trade winds, the friendliness of the locals, the easy going way of life and all that sun among others are the reason.
They love the island so much that they start looking for jobs or business on the island of Aruba. They start to investigate the possibility of moving to Aruba and getting employed.
Working in Aruba means looking for jobs in Aruba. Hotel jobs are # 1 because a hotel job requires specific education. Embassies can provide some information about regulations. ... (read more)
Author: Paul Terkers
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10. Kitesurfing, kiteboarding. Aruba is the place to be
July 21, 2009
Kitesurfing, Kiteboarding Aruba is the place to be
Aruba , One Happy Island The fastest growing water sport in recent years is kite surfing. The kite scene is a very special one but just as many outdoor sports it's also about the 'stuff' and the thrill of the separation from the normal world. Worldwide Cabarete, Cumbuco, Hurghada, Isla Margarita, Fuerteventura are known for their ideal conditions. Kite surfing in the Caribbean is growing fast and Aruba is one of the places to be. History Kite surfing is a Dutch invention. Back in the 19th century, kites were used to pull... (read more)
Author: Paul Terkers
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11. Aruba, a paradise in the Caribbean
July 21, 2009
Aruba, a paradise in the Caribbean Aruba , One Happy Island Location and size Aruba is located in the heart of the southern Caribbean, about 20 kilometers from the coast of Venezuela. The island is 30 kilometers long and at the widest point 9 kilometers wide. The total area is approximately 180 square kilometers. Climate Aruba is an (almost) always sunny Caribbean island and the average temperature is 28 ° C. The constant trade wind (NE) makes it feel a little cooler. Hurricanes are very rare here, because Aruba is not the hurricane zone. During your vacation you wi... (read more)
Author: Paul Terkers
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12. Experience Multiple Exotic Vacations With Just One Ticket
June 25, 2009
Some people find it difficult to make up their minds when planning Caribbean family vacations. One family member might want to visit Aruba; another, Jamaica; still another might prefer the Bahamas. Well, for as long as you're all bent to frolic in crystal clear blue waters and white sands under the heat of the sun, there's a way to satisfy each family member's craving - a Caribbean cruise.
Many cruise lines offer a wide array of Caribbean cruise packages. Celebrity Cruises, for example, has a number of trips offered in 4 to 15-night packages. One such deal is an 11-Night Ultimate Caribb... (read more)
Author: Ron Harper
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13. Bliss at the Caribbean
June 25, 2009
Finally, after all those years of looking and waiting, your happily ever after is now within reach as you prepare to say the sweetest "I Do" to the person whom you have been searching all your life. This early, however, you have to face reality and work through the hardships of preparing a wedding.
One of the best wedding venues to die for is the Caribbean. You can choose to have your dream wedding in Jamaica, Bahamas, Aruba and St. Lucia. Each of the islands in the Carribean has a unique and distinct characteristic that every couple would love.
As exciting as it may sound, you need... (read more)
Author: Ron Harper
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14. Southern Caribbean Cruises Are For You
June 15, 2009
If you want to go on a great and memorable get away, you should consider a Southern Caribbean Cruise that is designed just for you. A great Southern Caribbean Cruise can offer you a lot of great get away spots. There are Southern Caribbean cruise port areas on the following places: Nevis, San Juan, Antigua, Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Dominica, Grenada, Martinique, Guadalupe, St. Kitts, St. Barth’s, St. Lucia, St. Vincent.
There are a lot of affordable great deals on Southern Caribbean Cruises available now. You will need to do a little bit of research to make sure you are maximizing your mo... (read more)
Author: Rebecca Robbins
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15. Consider The ABC Islands In The Caribbean When Buying Your Next Vacation Home
June 13, 2009
“ABC islands” is the name for three beautiful Caribbean islands with crystal clear waters and golden sands, Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. Tourists who visited these islands consider them to be a true breath of fresh air, a welcomed change from the English, French or Hispanic influenced islands in the Caribbean.
The local language is Papiamento which is a mixture of primarily Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, English and French. While Papiamentu is the language of the locals, most of them can also understand and speak English and Spanish. The locals use Dutch names, and the local currency is the ... (read more)
Author: Fabiola Groshan
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16. GRN & Thailand
May 28, 2009
GRN membership not only let you enjoy your holidays without large bills and monthly payments but indeed, GRN allows you to enjoy luxury holidays. So far, there are more than 600 destinations throughout the world to choose from, for your holidays. You have 52 weeks of holidays per year to spend in any of the GRN destination. GRN even gives you a cruise tour as well to make the most of your holidays and to spend them in a most unique and beautiful way.
As such there are large number of GRN holiday destinations including Aruba, Fiji, Bora Bora, Thailand and others. But for me Thailand... (read more)
Author: Mudassir Malik
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17. Aruba Adventures from gocaribbeanvacation.com - Best Place, Best Deal
April 28, 2009
If you like warm, arid weather, beautiful sunny beaches, and stunning sunsets, Aruba might be the perfect vacation spot for you. This little treasure in the Caribbean caters to tourists, especially from the United States, so many people find this to be a great destination. If you’re interested in Caribbean travel, check out what Aruba has to offer to you.
Aruba is found not far north of Venezuela and is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the best things about this island is its climate. Unlike many of the other island in the Caribbean, Aruba does not have a generally rainy cl... (read more)
Author: caribbean vacation
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18. Aruba Timeshares for Vacations in Paradise
January 08, 2009
If Aruba is someplace you keep visiting on vacation then it may make sense to look into purchasing a timeshare along one of its beaches. It's hard not to enjoy the sun, sand, warm water, and activities that this small Caribbean island offers. Sure, you could stay at a hotel or resort but if you find yourself there every year it gets expensive. An Aruba timeshare will give you the opportunity to visit more often, stay someplace you are used to, and save money on your lodging costs.
Aruba itself is a great destination for anyone looking for a vacation on a tropical island. Whether you trave... (read more)
Author: Andrew Bicknell
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19. What's the weather like when traveling to Aruba?
December 16, 2008
Aruba is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and is located in the Caribbean Sea north of Venezuela. The Netherlands Antilles islands of Bonaire and Curacao are just to the east. Aruba is fairly flat with some hills several hundred feet high. It is a popular tourist destination and is known for its white sandy beaches.
Hurricanes and tropical storms nearly always pass to the north of Aruba, through the central Caribbean or farther north. Occasionally some fringe effects such as outer rain bands or high surf do reach the island. Upper air winds are usually unfavorable for hurricanes... (read more)
Author: Rich Johnson
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20. Curacao of the Netherland Antilles
December 05, 2008
Located just 35 miles off the coast of Venezuela lay the island of Curacao. Sailing to the island it is much more romantic and Curacao has its own charm. The island is 32 miles long and 2 ½ to 7 ½ miles wide in different areas. It is the largest of the ABC Islands of the Netherland Antilles, Aruba and Bonaire are the other two. Being located outside of the hurricane belt it is a sought after place to go if you are looking for warm weather during the holidays.
Temperatures are warm year around and daytime dress is casual. Upon your arrival, depending on the size of your cruise ship,... (read more)
Author: Rebecca Robbins
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21. Their Vacation Club Got them to Aruba
December 02, 2008
John and Marley Anderson dreamt of going to Aruba for vacation. It was just a dream for them until they joined a vacation club.
“You see, we were always saving for an Aruban vacation, we would take money out of each pay check and put it to savings, but things just kept coming up.” Marley explained. “Every time there is some unexpected bill that need to be paid urgently and these extra expenses is taking away our savings for this vacation. We were beginning to think it would never happen!”
Marley explained that the change occurred one day when her husband, John was searching the ... (read more)
Author: Hai Liang Tan
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22. Aruba of the Netherland Antilles
November 29, 2008
“Bon Bini”: Welcome to Aruba, is a phrase you will hear upon arriving at this tropical paradise. Located just 20 miles north of Venezuela lay this little island sometimes called the “Theme Park” of the Caribbean. Aruba has no rainy season and the temperatures stay a steadfast low 70’s to high 80’s making it a pleasant place to spend some time. Aruba is located well below the Atlantic hurricane belt, making it an ideal island to cruise to anytime.
Upon your arrival you will anchor in the capital city of Oranjestad, where the terminal is quipped with an information desk, ATM and sever... (read more)
Author: Rebecca Robbins
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23. A summary of Hurricane Omar
October 22, 2008
Hurricane Omar began as a large mass of showers and storms in the eastern Caribbean Sea during the weekend of October 11-12. Heavy rain began over Puerto Rico, but abated as a tropical disturbance slowly drifted south. A tropical depression formed a few hundred miles north of the Netherlands Antilles by Monday. Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao are only very rarely affected by tropical storms or hurricanes as they are south of the normal track that hurricanes follow. A band of heavy showers and storms formed over the islands bringing rain that lasted for a few days. Not only was soaking rain repo... (read more)
Author: Rich Johnson
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24. Hot Summer cool vacation spots
July 24, 2008
I have travelled the Caribbean and have discoverd some greatislands to visit such as Bermuda, Anguilla, Aruba , Curacao...some of the little known islands. Here is an article on our website; Curacao Just two and half hour from Miami, Curacao is unlike any other Caribbean island. Of course it has got the beaches and the lovely seas, but this dominion of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is also special because of its diverse mix of history and culture. The experience you have at Curacao is, in that sense unique among the Caribbean islands. If yours is a family which is into adventure this can b... (read more)
Author: Elise Casey
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25. Aruba- Most Popular Destination for Caribbean Family Vacation
July 24, 2008
For a Caribbean family vacation, Aruba is one of the most popular destinations. If you wish to spend time with your family and relax then you may opt for a family vacation at any of the family resorts here. The Caribbean family vacation can rejuvenate you and would provide you with lifelong memories.
The island of Aruba is located in the Caribbean Sea and is northwest of Venezuela. It is surrounded with beautiful flora and fauna and is well known for its beautiful scenic beauty. The balmy breezes, serene water and the beautiful white beaches add to the perfect Caribbean family vacation. T... (read more)
Author: Mike Putman
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