Summer is upon us and if you are planning a last-minute trip you might just want to put Aruba at the top of your list. Check out our recommendations for the best things to do and discover why summer is the perfect time to head to our happy island!
Flip Flop Festival
Summertime calls for fun festivals with your toes in the sand! Luckily after a 5 year long hiatus Flip Flop Festival is making a return! Mark your calendars for June 1st, 2024 as we bring back the sun, sand, and flip-flop fun. Flip Flop is calling. Flip Flop Festival is one of the biggest music festivals in Aruba. You can expect nothing but loads of fun, music, drinks, and entertainment on the beach. This year, Kes the Band is the official festival headliner, get more event details here.
Aruba International Regatta
Every year the Aruba’s Regatta has several days filled with races and fun on the beach. Sailors from Curacao and Bonaire also come to join in on the fun. Those expected to participate in this year’s event include mini sailboats, beachcats, optimists, kites, IQ-Foils, windsurfers, sunfishes, lasers, and yachts. This year’s regatta will take place on the 28th, 29th and 30th of June 2024, west of Surfside beach, just behind the Neptali Henriquez Speeltuin. There are two full days of racing and a happy hour at the end of each day, with live music, view event details here.
Beach hopping
How can you pick just one ofAruba’s beautiful beaches to visit when there are so many to fall in love with? You can’t! That is exactly why we suggest spending a day or two beach hopping. Pack a cooler with your favorite food and drinks, grab your friends, and hop in your rental car and get to soaking up the warm sunshine and swimming in Aruba’s pretty blues! Check out our suggested beaches to visit.
The Largest vow renewal ceremony in the Caribbean
This year marks the 7th edition of Aruba’s “I Do” Vow Renewal ceremony, the largest vow renewal ceremony in the Caribbean. The ceremony usually takes place in August, stay tuned for the official date announcement. It will take place during Aruba’s glowing sunset hour on the one and only, world-famous Eagle Beach, one of the top rated beaches in the Caribbean and in the world!
Do you want to create memories that will undoubtedly last a lifetime and join in on this dreamy and romantic experience? To take part in this special day, simplyregisterwith the Aruba Tourism Authority. Couples are encouraged to dress in white with pops of Caribbean colors. Theceremonyis free, yes you’ve read that right, free! So, will you take part in the Caribbean’s most romantic day of the year?
Vibrant street art
Come witness for yourself why San Nicolas has quickly transformed into the street art capital of the Caribbean! Thanks to many local and international artists, art influencers, and cultural activists, Aruba is now more colorful and vibrant than ever… making for the perfect destination for those seeking artistic beauty. Visiting San Nicolas is a must when on the island. Make sure to have a fully charged camera or phone on hand, as there is an abundance of vibrant murals that make perfect backdrops for all your vacation snapshots. Get a preview of Aruba’s street art here.
Dining in the warm island breeze
Theculinary scene in Aruba is incredibly impressive for such a small island in the Caribbean. There are plenty of exceptionalrestaurants nearby the resort and downtown areas, beachfront, and in the downtown area. In addition, it is also worth seeking out the more under-the-radar casual dining spots and food trucks located throughout different areas of the island. Go ahead and satisfy your foodie senses and cravings.
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Island Adventure
While we encourage you to enjoy as many relaxing beach days as possible (how could one resist our soft, white-sand beaches and endless sunshine?), we also hope travelers take the time to veer off the beaten path and experience some true island adventure.
Our island’s national park covers about 20% of the island and is the perfect place to explore the diverse natural beauty that Aruba has to offer. Simply purchase a day pass at the park’s visitors center and be on your way! You can do so by jeep or opt for a more active and environmentally-friendly way and go hiking. There are plenty ofnatural sights and attractions(caves, gold ruins,wild beaches, hiking trails, natural pools, and more) on the wild east coast of the island. It is sure to leave you fascinated by just how different it is from the other side of the island, which is home to the majority of our island’s resorts and calmer beaches.
Be sure to check out the followingsights. Some of our favorite places include theNatural Pool (Conchi),Small Cave Pool,Fontein Cave and Freshwater Pond,Hooiberg,Alto Vista Chapel,Spanish Lagoon, and the street art, museums and restaurants inSan Nicolas. If you don’t want to explore the island on your own browse guided tours and activities to join.
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