{"id":679,"date":"2019-03-30T12:42:48","date_gmt":"2019-03-30T12:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/popoversandpassports.com\/?p=679"},"modified":"2021-12-27T16:49:39","modified_gmt":"2021-12-27T22:49:39","slug":"12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/","title":{"rendered":"12 AMAZING THINGS TO DO IN ARUBA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1290 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0937.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Best Things to Do in Aruba\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0937.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0937.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0937.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0937.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0937.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">If you\u2019re in the mood for a beach destination combined with a little adventure&#8230;.. look no further than Aruba! For beach lovers, you\u2019ll fall in love with the pristine white sand on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aruba.com\/us\/explore\/eagle-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Eagle Beach<\/a> that stretches for miles. Adventure seekers can explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aruba.com\/us\/explore\/arikok-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arikok National Park<\/a> on an ATV, or on horseback. Foodies can enjoy a variety of international restaurants or traditional Aruban food. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">For a Caribbean island, you\u2019ll appreciate the<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>Dutch influence that is especially reflected in the colorful architecture around the island. Aruba has everything you could desire in a beach getaway mixed with culture and adventure. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Enjoy my favorite picks of these must-see sights on the <a href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/\">beautiful island of Aruba<\/a> that you can accomplish in a three-day popover trip!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#1_Bike_Along_the_Water\" >1. Bike Along the Water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#2_Have_an_Acai_Bowl_at_a_Colorful_Little_Beach_Shack\" >2. Have an A\u00e7ai Bowl at a Colorful Little Beach Shack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#3_Explore_Arikok_National_Park_on_Horseback\" >3. Explore Arikok National Park on Horseback<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#4_Order_the_Catch_of_the_Day_at_Zeerovers\" >4. Order the Catch of the Day at Zeerovers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#5_Lather_Up_in_Aruba_Aloe\" >5. Lather Up in Aruba Aloe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#6_Have_a_Coconut_at_the_California_Lighthouse\" >6. Have a Coconut at the California Lighthouse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#7_Visit_a_Donkey_Sanctuary\" >7. Visit a Donkey Sanctuary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#8_Visit_the_Aruba_Ostrich_Farm\" >8. Visit the Aruba Ostrich Farm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#9_Try_Dutch_Pancakes\" >9. Try Dutch Pancakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#10_Relax_at_Beautiful_Eagle_Beach\" >10.\u00a0Relax at Beautiful Eagle Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#11_Have_Dinner_with_your_Legs_in_the_Water\" >11. Have Dinner with your Legs in the Water!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#12_Admire_the_Dutch_Colonial_Architecture\" >12. Admire the Dutch Colonial Architecture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/#When_to_Visit_and_Air_Travel_Tips\" >When to Visit and Air Travel Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Bike_Along_the_Water\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span class=\"s2\" style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">1. Bike Along the Water<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_683\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-683\" style=\"width: 1536px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-683 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3742.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Riding Bicycle On Beach\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3742.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3742.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3742.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3742.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-683\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Love the Bike Rentals in Aruba<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Aruba is very bike friendly. There\u2019s nothing like going for a bike ride alongside the beach with a cool breeze on your back.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Or, if you\u2019re looking for more adventure you can hop on one of the tours that offer mountain biking through the desert. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Many hotels have complimentary bikes,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>but you can always rent one, as we did, from one of the self-service street-side bike rental stations that are found along the stretch of Eagle Beach.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Have_an_Acai_Bowl_at_a_Colorful_Little_Beach_Shack\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">2. Have an A\u00e7ai Bowl at a Colorful Little Beach Shack<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_687\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-687\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-687 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3804.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Eduardos Beach Shack Aruba\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3804.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3804.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3804.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3804.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-687\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eduardo&#8217;s Beach Shack Acai Bowls!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The quirky island vibe draws visitors to <a href=\"http:\/\/eduardosbeachshack.restaurantwebexperts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Eduardo\u2019s Beach Shack<\/a>, but once you try their smoothies you will be already making plans to come back.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>The shack is located behind the Playa Linda Resort off of Palm Beach. If you start at Eagle Beach, it is a pleasant bike ride from Eagle Beach along the bike path to Eduardo&#8217;s-just long enough to make it worth the trip.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/eduardosbeachshack.restaurantwebexperts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Eduardo&#8217;s Beach Shack<\/a> serves up fresh smoothies, juices and a\u00e7a\u00ed bowls. The decor around the shack makes it the perfect tropical oasis to relax and enjoy your smoothie.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">I ordered a large classic\u00a0a\u00e7a\u00ed\u00a0 bowl and it was the perfect size for two people to share. We also tried their celery juice made with ginger, it was good but I prefer celery juice by itself without the added ginger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><em>Popover Tip:<\/em><\/strong> If you want your a\u00e7a\u00ed bowl to come inside a fresh pineapple bowl you need to contact the shop to order one in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Explore_Arikok_National_Park_on_Horseback\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">3. Explore Arikok National Park on Horseback<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_691\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-691\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-691 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3698.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Explore Arikok National Park\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3698.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3698.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3698.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3698.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-691\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Riding Along the Beach With Rancho La Pondero<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Aruba has a desert climate with a gorgeous landscape. One of the best ways to experience the beauty of the island is on horseback. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">We went riding with <a href=\"http:\/\/rancholaponderosaaruba.com\/riding-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rancho La Ponderosa<\/a>, and we loved working with their company from start to finish! Your horse is matched to you based on your skill level. They cater to riders with all different backgrounds, and offer a beginner instructions overview to new riders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">You\u2019ll ride through the desert and eventually reach the Wariruri Cove Beach (the miniature \u201cNatural Bridge\u201d, and a historic gold mill. The whole ride takes around two hours, and is $80 per person.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Order_the_Catch_of_the_Day_at_Zeerovers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong>4. Order the Catch of the Day at Zeerovers<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_693\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-693\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-693 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3605.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Relaxing with Cold Beers at Zeerovers \" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3605.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3605.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3605.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3605.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-693\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Relaxing with Cold Beers at Zeerovers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">\u00a0Ask any local where to find fresh fish and they\u2019ll point you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g1158886-d2170599-Reviews-Zeerovers-Savaneta_Aruba.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zeerovers<\/a>. Zeerover means Sea Pirate, and it\u2019s the place to go for an ice cold bucket of beers and fresh fried seafood at reasonable prices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g1158886-d2170599-Reviews-Zeerovers-Savaneta_Aruba.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zeerovers<\/a> is a very no-frill laid back seafood shack at the southern end of the island in the heart of a fishing village. The fish of the day and shrimp are ordered by weight at the window. If you aren&#8217;t sure how much to order the staff is always friendly and will be glad to help you figure out how much for your group size.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">You can also order local side dishes to go with your fried fish and shrimp including \u201cpan bait\u201d (Aruban pancakes), \u201cfunchi\u201d (hearty cornmeal cake or fritters), and \u201cbanana hasa\u201d (fried plantains).<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #ffe8bd; padding: 1em; max-width: 728em; margin: 1em 0px; border: 1px solid #1e1e1e; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Popover Tip: Zeerovers is cash only, and be prepared for a line no matter what time of the day. If you run into a long line have someone from your party grab a table out back on the dock.\u00a0 We passed our time in line with cold beers from the bar-highly recommend. <\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Lather_Up_in_Aruba_Aloe\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong>5. Lather Up in Aruba Aloe<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1282\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1282\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1282 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0923.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Walking in The Aloe Fields in Aruba\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0923.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0923.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0923.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0923.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0923.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1282\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Aloe Plants Outside the Aruba Aloe Factory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Did you know that Aruba is the largest exporter of the aloe vera plant? The desert-like environment of Aruba actually enhances the aloe plant\u2019s natural healing qualities and produces the best aloe vera gel in the world! If you\u2019ve ever been sunburned you probably have used aloe to help heal your skin and ease the pain. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Be sure to visit the museum, factory, and store all in one to learn about Aruba\u2019s history with the aloe plant. The factory tour is absolutely free, and I highly recommend it if you really want to learn more about the history of the aloe plant. They run every 25 minutes, and no reservations are needed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">No need to spend your money on touristy t-shirts, or shot glasses that will sit in a drawer.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/arubaaloe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aruba Aloe<\/a> is the perfect souvenir to bring back that you and your skin will thank you for. <\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #ffe8bd; padding: 1em; max-width: 728em; margin: 1em 0px; border: 1px solid #1e1e1e; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Popover Tip: Aruba Aloe has stores around the island. If you\u2019re not checking bags on your flight home they also have stores through security at the airport. <\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Have_a_Coconut_at_the_California_Lighthouse\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span class=\"s2\">6. Have a Coconut at the California Lighthouse<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_695\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-695\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-695 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4465.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"California Lighthouse\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4465.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4465.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4465.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4465.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-695\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">California Lighthouse at the Northern Tip of the Island<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">For the best 360 degree view of Aruba head up to the California Lighthouse at the northwestern end of the island. The lighthouse has become one of Aruba\u2019s scenic landmarks and offers a stunning view of the western coastline beaches and coral shorelines. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The easiest way to reach the lighthouse is by car, but many tour companies will stop at the lighthouse on an ATV, or UTV tour. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Grab a fresh coconut from one of the vendors at the lighthouse if you need a little pick me up!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Visit_a_Donkey_Sanctuary\"><\/span><strong><span class=\"s2\">7. Visit a Donkey Sanctuary<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_698\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-698\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-698 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4269.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Donkey Sanctuary Aruba\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4269.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4269.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4269.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4269.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-698\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Feeding the Donkey&#8217;s at the Aruba Donkey Sanctuary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Want to know the secret of how to instantly make friends with a herd of donkeys? Bring a bag of carrots along! The <a href=\"http:\/\/main.arubandonkey.org\/portal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aruba Donkey Sanctuary<\/a> is completely free to visit, and a great place for any animal lover.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #ffe8bd; padding: 1em; max-width: 728em; margin: 1em 0px; border: 1px solid #1e1e1e; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Popover Tip: Be aware if you come with carrots the donkeys can get a tad aggressive. It\u2019s best to stay behind the fence if you want to feed them. <\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Visit_the_Aruba_Ostrich_Farm\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span class=\"s2\">8. Visit the Aruba Ostrich Farm<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_699\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-699\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-699 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4326.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Aruba Ostrich Farm \" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4326.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4326.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4326.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4326.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-699\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Snack Time for the Ostriches at the Aruba Ostrich Farm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Meeting one of the largest prehistoric-like birds isn\u2019t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Aruba, but it\u2019s worth a visit! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arubaostrichfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Aruba Ostrich Farm<\/a> has around 80 emus and ostriches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"> These animals were so interesting, and it\u2019s worth the guided tour to see the animals up close. You\u2019ll even have the opportunity to hand feed them and they\u2019re always hungry! <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Along the tour, you are also able to visit the incubator and the hatchery. You are invited to hold the ostrich egg- the largest egg in the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Try_Dutch_Pancakes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span class=\"s2\" style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">9. Try Dutch Pancakes<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_702\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-702\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-702 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3871.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Diana's Pancakes Place\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3871.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3871.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3871.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3871.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-702\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dutch Pancakes at Diana\u2019s Pancake Place<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The island of Aruba is a territory of the Netherlands. If you\u2019ve ever been to the Netherlands you know you can\u2019t leave without trying Dutch pancakes. Lucky for you Dutch-style pancakes have also made their way to Aruba. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The two most popular places on the island are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g147249-d6555005-Reviews-Diana_s_Pancakes_Place-Palm_Eagle_Beach_Aruba.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Diana\u2019s Pancake Place<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedutchpancakehouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Dutch Pancake House<\/a>. We ate at both, and we felt by far that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g147249-d6555005-Reviews-Diana_s_Pancakes_Place-Palm_Eagle_Beach_Aruba.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Diana\u2019s Pancake Place<\/a> had better service, quality, and ambiance. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The pancakes can be both sweet, or savory. If you visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g147249-d6555005-Reviews-Diana_s_Pancakes_Place-Palm_Eagle_Beach_Aruba.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Diana\u2019s Pancake Place,<\/a> I loved the honey, walnut, and brie pancake. Their coffee was also excellent!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Relax_at_Beautiful_Eagle_Beach\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">10.\u00a0<span class=\"s2\">Relax at Beautiful Eagle Beach<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_704\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-704\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-704 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3490.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Eagle Beach\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3490.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3490.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3490.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3490.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-704\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Highly Recommend Eagle Beach!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Eagle Beach is rated as one of the beach beaches in the world. My favorite part was how clean and spacious it was! It stretches for miles, and it never felt crowded at all.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Sink your toes in the powder-fine white-sand and enjoy the prettiest view of the aqua blue water on the horizon. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Eagle Beach is also a great spot to capture photos of the iconic Divi Divi trees that are native only to the \u201cABC\u201d islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao). The Divi Divi trees are unique because they always point in a southwest direction because of the trade winds that blow across the island. Locals like to say that the Divi Divi tree is Aruba\u2019s natural compass.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Have_Dinner_with_your_Legs_in_the_Water\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span class=\"s2\" style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">11. Have Dinner with your Legs in the Water!<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_705\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-705\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-705 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4083.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Flying Fishbone Aruba\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4083.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4083.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4083.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4083.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-705\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dining in the Water at the Flying Fishbone!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dinner at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingfishbone.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Flying Fishbone<\/a> was nothing short of unforgettable. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingfishbone.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Flying Fishbone<\/a> is a hidden gem on the island away from all the high-rise hotels toward the other side of the island. Don\u2019t miss this wonderful island experience, and be sure to book a table right on the edge of the beach shore where water will come up to your legs around your mid-calf!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingfishbone.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Flying Fishbone<\/a> offers shoe stands to keep your shoes dry, as well as warm water and towels to dry off after your unique \u201ctoes in the water\u201d beachside dinner in Aruba. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingfishbone.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Flying Fishbone<\/a> is perfect for couples as well as friends and family wanting to celebrate a special occasion. At night they turn on blue lights near the water so you can see the fish swim near you-be careful they can get friendly if you start feeding them!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_707\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-707\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-707 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4116.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Flying Fishbone Aruba \" width=\"1024\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4116.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4116.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4116.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_4116.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-707\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Loved these Martinis Served in Fishbowls!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The food and cocktails are excellent. They made one of the best pi\u00f1a coladas I\u2019ve ever had along with their martinis served inside a fishbowl! We ordered their fish of the day which was excellent! The highlight of dinner was a Baked Alaska for dessert that was flamed tableside!<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #ffe8bd; padding: 1em; max-width: 728em; margin: 1em 0px; border: 1px solid #1e1e1e; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Popover Tip: The Flying Fishbone is located in Savaneta (right near Zeerovers), and it can be a bit of a costly journey by taxi. Aruba is a great island to rent a car in order to avoid the high prices of taxis. <\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Admire_the_Dutch_Colonial_Architecture\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong><span class=\"s2\">12. Admire the Dutch Colonial Architecture<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_709\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-709\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-709 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3957.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"oranjestad aruba\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3957.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3957.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3957.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_3957.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-709\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Downtown Oranjestad in Aruba<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">I have a<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>weakness for colonial architecture, and the multicolored colonial buildings in <a href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/12-amazing-things-to-do-in-aruba\/\">Aruba<\/a> were no exception! Plaza Daniel Leo is the name of the colorful colonial buildings that are located in Aruba\u2019s capital Oranjestad. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Most of Aruba\u2019s government buildings are in Oranjestad and it is also a great place for shopping along the seaside where you\u2019ll find vendors selling Aruba art and local handicrafts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_and_Air_Travel_Tips\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><strong>When to Visit and Air Travel Tips<\/strong> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1281 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0924.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0924.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0924.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0924.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0924.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/img_0924.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">With Aruba\u2019s location, the island is lucky enough to stay at a consistent average temperature of 83 \u00b0F ( 29 \u00b0C ) all year long with a continuous island breeze. Aruba is located outside the hurricane belt, and any impacts they have are usually very mild. Peak season is typically around December-March.<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">US passport holders can rejoice because in Aruba you\u2019ll clear customs in advance which makes getting back home a breeze to the US if you have connecting flights. Pre-clearance does mean that you\u2019ll have to arrive to the airport in Aruba extra with additional time allowed because you\u2019ll have multiple levels of security to clear.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Let me know in the comments below if you are planning a trip to Aruba, or have been before! 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