The best places to eat, sleep and play in Aruba this ... - Bad Request
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Where BUDGET ADVENTURE Test your luck at Alhambra Casino. “It is a very nice casino with plenty of slots, video poker games, etc.”—TripAdvisor Member, Arlington, Va. Alhambra Casino, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 47, Oranjestad, 297 583 5000 EDUCATIONAL/HISTORICAL Don’t miss the Ayo Rock Formations. The “Stonehenge of Aruba is just amazing.”— TripAdvisor Member, San Antonio, Texas Stonehenge of Aruba, Northeastern Aruba RELAXATION to PLAY Bring your binoculars and see how many birds you can spot at Bubali Pond, a sanctuary for black cormorants, pelicans, wood storks and more. Bubali Pond, Western Aruba (near Palm and Eagle Beach) “…quite an experience.” “Arashi Beach is a bit more secluded and less commercialized than the other popular beaches. This beach does not have any facilities. The water is calm, for the most part, and clear. Such a peaceful way to spend the day!”—TripAdvisor Member, Woodbridge, N.J. Arashi Beach, Northwestern Aruba Call an Expedia Travel Specialist now 877 633 3716 “The Natural Pool was a highlight of our trip. The walk down to the pool was quite an experience. It was kind of tricky getting in the pool. The rocks were sharp and slippery, and there were some crabs crawling around you didn’t want to grab hold of. But hey—this is a NATURAL POOL!”—TripAdvisor Member, Michigan Natural Pool, Windward Coast (you will need a 4-wheel drive vehicle or horse plus directions or a guide) “The Antilla was the best thing we saw in Aruba. We were feeling ambitious, so we swam the 750 meters to the wreck. It was a lot of kicking, but it made the experience more of an adventure. Great fish and amazing to see such a wreck while snorkeling.”—TripAdvisor Member, Houston, Texas The Antilla, Northwestern Aruba Relive Aruba’s colonial history at Fort Zoutman, built by the Dutch in the late 18th century to defend Aruba from marauding pirates. Fort Zoutman, Zoutmanstraat 1, Oranjestad, 297 582 6099 “Such a peaceful way to spend the day!” The only championship course on the island, Tierra Del Sol Golf Course is “a beautiful course! We played after 3:00 at the reduced rate and were still able to finish 18 holes. There was hardly anyone on the course. It was very windy play but well worth the experience.”—TripAdvisor Member, Connecticut Tierra Del Sol Golf Course, Northwestern Aruba, 297 586 0978 Downtown Oranjestad has a secret: Wilhelmina Park, named after the queen of the Netherlands, is a bit of green on the ocean’s edge and a great place to relax and people-watch. Wilhelmina Park, Oranjestad Thanks to its strong trade winds, Bachelor’s Beach offers an ideal venue for your windsurfing pursuits. Bachelor’s Beach, Southeastern Aruba TripAdvisor members have posted more than 1,100,000 photos on the site. The good, the bad and the very candid. It’s almost like being there! Alto Vista Chapel, established in 1750, was thought to be the first Caribbean church. “It is a small, pretty chapel with a good view of the ocean on the rough north side of the island. It is accessible by dirt road.”—TripAdvisor Member, Bucks County, Pa Alto Vista Chapel, Northwestern Aruba “Intermezzo Day Spa ... total relaxation. I had a massage and body scrub. The experience was wonderful. The technician was pleasant, and the facility was beautiful and quiet.”—TripAdvisor Member, Boston, Mass. Intermezzo Day Spa, La Cabana All-Suite Beach Resort, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 250, Oranjestad, 297 587 4356 tripadvisor.com 4
What’s the TOUR FAMILIES Smokey Joe’s Island Grill, with its hamburgers, chicken wings and fried Oreos, “is a great place to take the kids.”— TripAdvisor Member Smokey Joe’s Island Grill, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 87, Palm Beach, 297 586 2896 How to Get Around “You MUST rent a car and explore the island; if you’re somewhat adventurous, then make it a Jeep. Aruba is easy, safe and fun to drive and explore. At least one day of this is a must!”—TripAdvisor Member, Raleigh, N.C. WHERE to eat ROMANCE “Flying Fishbone is by far the most romantic restaurant in Aruba. The ambiance is best when viewing the sunset. The tables are in the sand and very close to the water’s edge.”—TripAdvisor Member Flying Fishbone, Savaneta 344, Savaneta, 297 584 2506 Call an Expedia Travel Specialist now 877 633 3716 “At The Waterfront Crabhouse, we had this amazing dinner—big Caesar salad, huge plate of crab-king crab legs, snow crab legs, stuffed soft shell crab, crab cake, plus potato or rice and tiramisu dessert.”—TripAdvisor Member, Denver, Colo. The Waterfront Crabhouse, L.G. Smith Blvd., Oranjestad, 297 583 5858 “Le Dôme is outstanding! The best service we have ever had. Their food is delicious, and the Belgian chocolate is to die for! Romantic, beautiful ambiance.”— TripAdvisor Member, Missouri Le Dôme Restaurant, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 224, Eagle Beach, 297 587 1517 “Arubus travels from one end of the island to the other, almost 24 hours a day.”—TripAdvisor Member “Aruba offers everything from casual fast food to upscale dining. Most restaurants are casual dress, which makes your vacation relaxing.”—TripAdvisor Member BUDGET “Iguana Joe’s is located downtown and is a great place for lunch or a light dinner. The menu is inexpensive and varied.”— TripAdvisor Member Iguana Joe’s, Royal Plaza Mall, Oranjestad, 297 583 9373 “…the most romantic restaurant in Aruba.” “El Gaucho is an Argentinian steakhouse that offers succulent steaks at a great price. The strolling minstrels around the restaurant offer a fun and lively atmosphere.”— TripAdvisor Member El Gaucho, Wilhelminastraat 80, Oranjestad, 297 582 3677 Want more information on Aruba? TripAdvisor.com offers free weekly e-mail updates filled with new deals, reviews and articles for Aruba or any other destination you choose. Serving an array of seafood, “Ruinas del Mar is very good. Make sure you get a table outside because the ambiance is very nice (small moat, torches at night).”—TripAdvisor Member, Minneapolis, Minn. Ruinas del Mar, Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 85, Palm Beach, 297 586 1234 “Passions Beach Bar & Restaurant sets up tables, chairs, tiki torches, etc., on the beach for a romantic dinner at sunset. The menu is varied, so there is something for everyone. Very affordable, as well.”— TripAdvisor Member Passions Beach Bar & Restaurant, Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 252, Oranjestad, 297 527 1100 Go for the affordable Cuban food. Go for the fun, relaxed atmosphere. Or “go to Cuba’s Cookin’ for a mojito.”—TripAdvisor Member Cuba’s Cookin’, Wilhelminastraat 27, Oranjestad, 297 588 0627 tripadvisor.com 5
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Where<br />
BUDGET<br />
ADVENTURE<br />
Test your luck at Alhambra Cas<strong>in</strong>o. “It is a<br />
very nice cas<strong>in</strong>o with plenty of slots, video<br />
poker games, etc.”—TripAdvisor Member,<br />
Arl<strong>in</strong>g<strong>to</strong>n, Va.<br />
Alhambra Cas<strong>in</strong>o, J.E. Irausqu<strong>in</strong> Blvd. 47,<br />
Oranjestad, 297 583 5000<br />
EDUCATIONAL/HISTORICAL<br />
Don’t miss the Ayo Rock Formations. <strong>The</strong><br />
“S<strong>to</strong>nehenge of <strong>Aruba</strong> is just amaz<strong>in</strong>g.”—<br />
TripAdvisor Member, San An<strong>to</strong>nio, Texas<br />
S<strong>to</strong>nehenge of <strong>Aruba</strong>, Northeastern <strong>Aruba</strong><br />
RELAXATION<br />
<strong>to</strong> PLAY<br />
Br<strong>in</strong>g your b<strong>in</strong>oculars <strong>and</strong> see how many<br />
birds you can spot at Bubali Pond, a<br />
sanctuary for black cormorants, pelicans,<br />
wood s<strong>to</strong>rks <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
Bubali Pond, Western <strong>Aruba</strong> (near Palm <strong>and</strong><br />
Eagle Beach)<br />
“…quite an experience.”<br />
“Arashi Beach is a bit more secluded <strong>and</strong><br />
less commercialized than the other popular<br />
beaches. This beach does not have any<br />
facilities. <strong>The</strong> water is calm, for the most<br />
part, <strong>and</strong> clear. Such a peaceful way <strong>to</strong><br />
spend the day!”—TripAdvisor Member,<br />
Woodbridge, N.J.<br />
Arashi Beach, Northwestern <strong>Aruba</strong><br />
Call an Expedia Travel Specialist now 877 633 3716<br />
“<strong>The</strong> Natural Pool was a highlight of<br />
our trip. <strong>The</strong> walk down <strong>to</strong> the pool was<br />
quite an experience. It was k<strong>in</strong>d of tricky<br />
gett<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the pool. <strong>The</strong> rocks were sharp<br />
<strong>and</strong> slippery, <strong>and</strong> there were some crabs<br />
crawl<strong>in</strong>g around you didn’t want <strong>to</strong> grab<br />
hold of. But hey—<strong>this</strong> is a NATURAL<br />
POOL!”—TripAdvisor Member, Michigan<br />
Natural Pool, W<strong>in</strong>dward Coast (you will<br />
need a 4-wheel drive vehicle or horse plus<br />
directions or a guide)<br />
“<strong>The</strong> Antilla was the <strong>best</strong> th<strong>in</strong>g we saw<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Aruba</strong>. We were feel<strong>in</strong>g ambitious, so<br />
we swam the 750 meters <strong>to</strong> the wreck.<br />
It was a lot of kick<strong>in</strong>g, but it made the<br />
experience more of an adventure. Gr<strong>eat</strong><br />
fish <strong>and</strong> amaz<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> see such a wreck<br />
while snorkel<strong>in</strong>g.”—TripAdvisor Member,<br />
Hous<strong>to</strong>n, Texas<br />
<strong>The</strong> Antilla, Northwestern <strong>Aruba</strong><br />
Relive <strong>Aruba</strong>’s colonial his<strong>to</strong>ry at Fort<br />
Zoutman, built by the Dutch <strong>in</strong> the<br />
late 18th century <strong>to</strong> defend <strong>Aruba</strong> from<br />
maraud<strong>in</strong>g pirates.<br />
Fort Zoutman, Zoutmanstraat 1,<br />
Oranjestad, 297 582 6099<br />
“Such a peaceful way<br />
<strong>to</strong> spend the day!”<br />
<strong>The</strong> only championship course on the isl<strong>and</strong>,<br />
Tierra Del Sol Golf Course is “a beautiful<br />
course! We <strong>play</strong>ed after 3:00 at the reduced<br />
rate <strong>and</strong> were still able <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>ish 18 holes.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re was hardly anyone on the course.<br />
It was very w<strong>in</strong>dy <strong>play</strong> but well worth<br />
the experience.”—TripAdvisor Member,<br />
Connecticut<br />
Tierra Del Sol Golf Course, Northwestern<br />
<strong>Aruba</strong>, 297 586 0978<br />
Down<strong>to</strong>wn Oranjestad has a secret:<br />
Wilhelm<strong>in</strong>a Park, named after the queen<br />
of the Netherl<strong>and</strong>s, is a bit of green on the<br />
ocean’s edge <strong>and</strong> a gr<strong>eat</strong> place <strong>to</strong> relax <strong>and</strong><br />
people-watch.<br />
Wilhelm<strong>in</strong>a Park, Oranjestad<br />
Thanks <strong>to</strong> its strong trade w<strong>in</strong>ds,<br />
Bachelor’s Beach offers an ideal venue for<br />
your w<strong>in</strong>dsurf<strong>in</strong>g pursuits.<br />
Bachelor’s Beach, Southeastern <strong>Aruba</strong><br />
TripAdvisor members have posted<br />
more than 1,100,000 pho<strong>to</strong>s on the site.<br />
<strong>The</strong> good, the bad <strong>and</strong> the very c<strong>and</strong>id.<br />
It’s almost like be<strong>in</strong>g there!<br />
Al<strong>to</strong> Vista Chapel, established <strong>in</strong> 1750,<br />
was thought <strong>to</strong> be the first Caribbean<br />
church. “It is a small, pretty chapel with<br />
a good view of the ocean on the rough<br />
north side of the isl<strong>and</strong>. It is accessible by<br />
dirt road.”—TripAdvisor Member, Bucks<br />
County, Pa<br />
Al<strong>to</strong> Vista Chapel, Northwestern <strong>Aruba</strong><br />
“Intermezzo Day Spa ... <strong>to</strong>tal relaxation.<br />
I had a massage <strong>and</strong> body scrub. <strong>The</strong><br />
experience was wonderful. <strong>The</strong> technician<br />
was pleasant, <strong>and</strong> the facility was beautiful<br />
<strong>and</strong> quiet.”—TripAdvisor Member, Bos<strong>to</strong>n,<br />
Mass.<br />
Intermezzo Day Spa, La Cabana All-Suite<br />
Beach Resort, J.E. Irausqu<strong>in</strong> Blvd. 250,<br />
Oranjestad, 297 587 4356<br />
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