Holiday Destination - Aruba
Aruba is an island country in the southern Caribbean Sea, located about 1,600 kilometers west of the main part of the Lesser Antilles and 29 kilometers north of the coast of Venezuela. It measures 32 kilometers long from its northwestern to its southeastern end and 10 kilometers across at its widest point. Together with Bonaire and Curaçao, Aruba forms a group referred to as the ABC islands. Collectively, Aruba and the other Dutch islands in the Caribbean are often called the Dutch Caribbean.
Aruba is one of the four constituent countries that form the Kingdom of the Netherlands, along with the Netherlands, Curaçao and Sint Maarten. The citizens of these countries all share a single nationality: Dutch. Aruba has no administrative subdivisions, but, for census purposes, is divided into eight regions. Its capital is Oranjestad. 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.
There is no best time to visit Aruba as the weather is consistently warm year-round with a fairly constant temperature of 82°F (28°C). The best time to visit all depends on the type of vacation you are looking for.
Aruba tends to be more crowded during high season, as many visitors are trying to escape from the cold and come to Aruba for some warmth and sunshine. During this period hotel prices are higher than in low season and reservations need to be made well in advance. If you are looking for a less crowded period it is recommended to visit Aruba during low season.
High Season: mid-December until mid-April
Low Season: mid-April until mid-December
In September though, the trade winds die and the temperature increases slightly. This makes the perceived temperature higher. If you don't mind the heat it is a perfect time to visit the island as the island is less crowded and special travel deals are being offered for this period.
It is important to mention that Aruba lies far outside the hurricane belt, far away from the storms. On occasions, Aruba might experience some small effects of nearby tropical weather. Rain showers may occur. Most rain falls between October and January. However even when it rains it tends to be very short, leaving plenty of sun moments for the rest of your day.
You could also plan your vacation around one of the many events Aruba hosts. During the year several musical events are organized and a popular time to visit Aruba is during Carnival Season. Carnival takes place between January and March and features weeks of festivities, big parades, contests, all accompanied by lots of music and dancing. Please keep in mind that shops and restaurants are closed on official holidays.
Aruba is one of the four constituent countries that form the Kingdom of the Netherlands, along with the Netherlands, Curaçao and Sint Maarten. The citizens of these countries all share a single nationality: Dutch. Aruba has no administrative subdivisions, but, for census purposes, is divided into eight regions. Its capital is Oranjestad. 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.
There is no best time to visit Aruba as the weather is consistently warm year-round with a fairly constant temperature of 82°F (28°C). The best time to visit all depends on the type of vacation you are looking for.
Aruba tends to be more crowded during high season, as many visitors are trying to escape from the cold and come to Aruba for some warmth and sunshine. During this period hotel prices are higher than in low season and reservations need to be made well in advance. If you are looking for a less crowded period it is recommended to visit Aruba during low season.
High Season: mid-December until mid-April
Low Season: mid-April until mid-December
In September though, the trade winds die and the temperature increases slightly. This makes the perceived temperature higher. If you don't mind the heat it is a perfect time to visit the island as the island is less crowded and special travel deals are being offered for this period.
It is important to mention that Aruba lies far outside the hurricane belt, far away from the storms. On occasions, Aruba might experience some small effects of nearby tropical weather. Rain showers may occur. Most rain falls between October and January. However even when it rains it tends to be very short, leaving plenty of sun moments for the rest of your day.
You could also plan your vacation around one of the many events Aruba hosts. During the year several musical events are organized and a popular time to visit Aruba is during Carnival Season. Carnival takes place between January and March and features weeks of festivities, big parades, contests, all accompanied by lots of music and dancing. Please keep in mind that shops and restaurants are closed on official holidays.
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