Aruba Adventures
If you like warm, arid weather,
beautiful sunny beaches, and stunning sunsets, Aruba might be the perfect
vacation spot for you. This little treasure in the Caribbean caters to
tourists, especially from the United States, so many people find this to
be a great destination. If you’re interested in Caribbean travel, check
out what Aruba has to offer to you.
Aruba is found not far north of
Venezuela and is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the best
things about this island is its climate. Unlike many of the other island
in the Caribbean, Aruba does not have a generally rainy climate, and in
fact is home to desert-like terrain featuring a few species of cacti.
The standard of living in Aruba is
very high, and they cater toward a classy, high-end market. Therefore, if
you wish to travel to Aruba, your stay may be a bit pricier than in some
of the nearby islands in the Caribbean, like the Bahamas or Jamaica.
However, the stay is definitely worth it. Aruba has famous white sand
beaches and beautiful clear blue waters. If you like water sports, you
don’t have to lie on the beach all day! You can try diving, snorkeling,
sailing, swimming, parasailing, jet skiing, or any number of other fun
adventures.
The Carnival season is important
in Aruba and takes place from January until Ash Wednesday. Just as in many
other Caribbean countries, Carnival in Aruba has a variety of great
festivities in which vacationers on the island can take part. This
includes midway games and children’s rides, parades, contests, parties,
and special foods. If you’re looking for an exciting time to visit Aruba,
try during the Carnival season.
Because the majority of this
island’s revenue comes from tourism, and many of their tourists come from
the United States, Aruba’s residents usually speak English. The America
dollar is also widely accepted (for a fee) in the major shopping and
restaurant districts, and the exchange rate is fairly fixed, so money is
easily exchanged if you want to do so. More and more, Aruba is becoming a
second home for the wealthy from the United States and from around the
world.
Aruba can be your sole vacation
destination, and you can fly directly into the country’s large public
airport, or you can take a cruise throughout the Caribbean islands and
stop to enjoy Aruba for the day. The island has a little something for
everyone, so whether you like a relaxing vacation to sleep in the sun or
an exciting vacation full of adventure, Aruba is a destination in the
Caribbean that you should consider.
The Balmy Bahamas
Made up of over 700 small islands
and cays, the Bahamas are a great Caribbean island destination spot for
travelers. These islands are located east of Florida in the United States
and North of the country of Cuba and make up their own English-speaking
country. Tourists from around the world love to visit the Bahamas, and it
is a popular travel spot for honeymoons and weddings.
The Bahamas are one of the most
prosperous countries in the world because of their success with tourism
and with financial institutions. Recently, urban renewal programs have
been launched to keep the island safe and high-end for travelers. The
country as the third highest per capita income in the West and is the most
successful country in the Caribbean. The climate in the Bahamas is
beautiful and comparable to the Florida climate enjoyed in cities like
Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Although the islands are highly susceptible to
hurricanes, they usually have a very tropical and pleasant weather,
influences heavily by the waters of the Gulf Stream.
If you are traveling to the
Bahamas from the United States, the closest island is Bimini, known as the
gateway to Bahamas. Here, they cater to tourists. Andros Island, which is
to the south of Bimini, is the largest island in this chain, and the
largest city on the island is the capital, Nassau, which is located on the
island of New Providence. Other larger islands in this chain include
Eleuthera, Cat Island, San Salvador, Crooked Island, Exuma, Acklins, and
Long Island.
A number of great festivals take
place in the Bahamas, so you can enjoy things like the Crab Fest on the
island of Andros and the Puneapple Fest on the island of Eleuthera. This
is also the birthplace of the rhythmic musical genera junkanoo, which is
played heavily at festivals. Rake and scrape, calypso, and hymnals are
also important in these islands.
If you decide to travel to the
Bahamas to visit one or more of the great islands, you will have a variety
of activities from which to choose. There are water sports like sailing
and jet skiing to help fill your days, or you can relax on the beautiful
sandy beaches near the clear ocean water. A variety of tourist attractions
and tours can also be a part of your Bahamas vacation. Be sure that you
book your trip well in advance to get the best prices and to be sure you
have the chance to do everything you want to do while traveling in this
Caribbean paradise.
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