Holiday in Aruba
Island in aruba — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
aruba
Type
Island
Best time to travel
Year-round! Aruba is outside the hurricane belt. Constant 28-32°C, 300 sunny days, trade winds.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Flight from Amsterdam (KLM direct, 9.5h) to Aruba (AUA). From Germany via Amsterdam, about 12-14 hours total.
About Aruba
Aruba, the "happiest island in the Caribbean", is located just 25 km north of Venezuela and offers year-round sunshine, white dream beaches, and a relaxed, safe atmosphere. The island is dry and desert-like — a contrast to most Caribbean islands — with Divi-Divi trees shaped by the wind and a lunar landscape in Arikok National Park. Eagle Beach is regularly voted one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and Palm Beach is the resort center with the famous high-rise strip. The capital, Oranjestad, enchants with colorful Dutch-style colonial houses. Aruba lies outside the hurricane belt — the motto "One Happy Island" on the license plates is no exaggeration. The island offers a surprisingly diverse gastronomy, excellent nightlife, and water sports in every form.
Top 5 highlights in Aruba
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Eagle Beach
Regularly voted among the top 3 beaches in the world — wide white sand with iconic Fofoti trees.
Arikok National Park
Desert landscape with caves (Indian Cave Art), natural pools, and the Natural Pool — Aruba's wild side.
Natural Pool (Conchi)
Natural rock pool in the national park — accessible only by 4x4 or on foot, an unforgettable bathing experience.
Oranjestad
Colorful Dutch colonial houses, Renaissance Mall, and the lively harbor — compact and photogenic.
California Lighthouse
Lighthouse at the northern tip with panoramic views over the entire island — especially at sunset.
Hotels in Aruba
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Reise-SIM für Aruba
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Aruba
Recommended travel time
Year-round! Aruba is outside the hurricane belt. Constant 28-32°C, 300 sunny days, trade winds.
Summer
29-33°C, little rain
Winter
27-30°C, dry and windy
How much does a holiday in Aruba cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-80 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200-500 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Rent a UTV/4x4: For Arikok National Park and the Natural Pool, you need an off-road vehicle — UTV tours are popular.
Trade winds: Aruba is windy — perfect for kitesurfing and windsurfing, but pack a light jacket for the evening.
Take advantage of Happy Hour: Almost every restaurant offers Happy Hour — usually 5-7 PM with 50% off cocktails.
Flamingo Beach: Tame flamingos live on the beach at Renaissance Island — access via Renaissance Hotel Day Pass.
Food & drink in Aruba
These specialties you must try!
