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Boutiques, upscale chain stores and street vendors, as wells as casinos and a wide range of restaurants, dance clubs and bars, make Oranjestad a popular destination in Aruba. In addition to shopping... more » Boutiques, upscale chain stores and street vendors, as wells as casinos and a wide range of restaurants, dance clubs and bars, make Oranjestad a popular destination in Aruba. In addition to shopping, dining and entertainment, the island's capital city offers museums, a butterfly farm, art galleries, golf, historical sites and a marina. The island's colonization by the Netherlands shows in Oranjestad's Dutch colonial architecture, while the buildings' bright colors are distinctly Caribbean. « less
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“Surprisingly fun!”

Aruba Ostrich Farm

5 of 5 stars
hollanderc
Maryland
Nov 21, 2009

We went here on a whim before heading to baby beach one day. We weren't sure what to expect but it was a blast. Our family had a private guide who reminded me of Crocodile Dundee. This is not just an...more

“We loved LaCabana”

La Cabana Beach & Racquet Club

5 of 5 stars
judi5775
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Nov 20, 2009

Having just returned from LaCabana I had to write and add my views. Yes, it is under major construction but so what. Everything else made up for the minor inconvenience of walking around workers who...more

“Average”

The Aruban Resort & Casino at Eagle Beach

3 of 5 stars
joedchi
joedchi
Nov 20, 2009

There was nothing special about the Aruban. It was a good location with a short walk to the beach. The bus was close by to take to downtown and the people were nice. The hot tub was anything but...more

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