Palapas on the white sand beach with clear blue water

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One happy island, the motto of Aruba, is very true and well chosen. Mostly known for its beach with flamingoes, which is actually a private hotel beach that cannot be access by non hotel guests, Aruba is a first choice destination for weddings and stag parties, mostly by americans. It has plenty of beautiful beaches, clear blue water all around, great hotels and other accomodations, but what makes it special is the friendliness of the inhabitants, which are offering plenty of activities for all taste, of course mostly related to water fun in the Carribean sea.

Balcony view on the swimming pool

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Large and cosy appartments with balconies, and a great outdoor pool with a jacuzzi, it is a great place to stay either alone, with friends or with family. At about a 15 minutes walk from the beach, less than half an hour from airport, location is great for all kind of activities. A shop is available at a few minutes walk. The reception is not open at night, which really is the only issue with this place.

Beach view

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Right by the beach, the very large Marriott resort in Aruba probably has the largest front beach on the island, ideal for lazy days.

Cocktail on the beach with sunset

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A great all you can eat with an amazing grill buffer, served by great cooks, it also offers an amazing view on the Carribean sea and the sunset.

Front view from terrace

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Quiet restaurant with large terrace, close to the shopping area of Palm Beach. It offers good cocktails, large burgers, and sometimes even nice guests as the iguana on the picture. Wifi was not working at all during our visit, but it was most likely due to a nearby storm and not dependant on the restaurant.

Sunset on the Carribean sea

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A visit to an island isn't complete without watching a beautiful sunset. Palm beach, located on the western side of the island, offers amazing sunsets on the Carribean sea.

Departing from Aruba on the boat

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One of the funniest snorkeling day tour possible ! Accessible to all levels, it includes a tour on a pirate style boat, taking the guests to several snorkeling locations, starting with an easy one, and going to more difficult ones. All along the way, an open bar is offered, with a quite good cocktail choice. Around lunch time, a tasty lunch is served. And after lunch, another fun activity to end the tour : rope jumping from the boat ! A must do when in Aruba

Beach view

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The most important beach in Aruba, Palm beach features large white sand beach on the clear blue sea, with plenty of space to relax, hotels, restaurants, bars, and all kind of fun acitivities starting around, including snorkeling, banana ride, speedboat, diving, and much more.

Drink at the bar with Carribean sea view

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The best beach bar on the island ! Bar and grill on a pier, the place is simply amazing, surrounded by clear blue water, and right next to the perfect beach. It offers plenty of fun both by day and night, and is a great place to meet new people. Singing contests are hosted, and the friendly staff is from time to time performing live. Cocktails are great, and the prices are affordable for the area.

Maraca fun inside the party bus

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The funniest and friendliest activity in Aruba, and probably the best party bus in the world, Kukoo Kunuku is a must do for party people on the happy island. Starting by a hotel pickup, at least at the most important hotels in Palm Beach, including the Hilton, guests are directly put in the mood by getting a maraca, making music while meeting new friends until the end of hotel pickup, and making as much noise as possible through the bus glasless windows. Then, the first stop is a glass of champagne on a beach watching the amazing Carribean sunset. The tour continues with a dinner, where everybody is mixed up on large tables, ideal to meet new people. And it continues with the visit of three different bars and clubs, all of them with a first drink included. Simply amazing !

Gallery entrance

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Plaza shopping right next to Palm Beach, the Paseo Herencia offers all kind of beach and souvenir shopping, to bring something to remember your stay on the happy island.