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Oranjestad, Aruba

There's a reason Aruba is the first locale mentioned in the Beach Boys' hit "Kokomo": its boundless tropical splendor. In Oranjestad, the island's capital, pristine beaches vie for vacation-destination supremacy with world-class dining and attractions.
 

Whether it's by land, sea, or air, there are plenty of fun and adventurous ways to experience this desert isle. History Holiday A trip to Aruba would not be complete without a visit to California Lighthouse, one of the Island's most famous... [ more ]

Early History The earliest inhabitants of Aruba were the Caquetio Indians. Around 1000 AD, who fled their home on Venezuela’s Paraguana Peninsula to the island in order to avoid the violent attacks of their neighboring enemies, the Carib... [ more ]
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