If you are a frequent visitor to the Caribbean, you may have made an oh-so-very-brief stopover at Aruba. Our recommendation, though, is that you spend more time on this beautiful island and really soak up the sun… literally. Aruba is unique compared to the other islands in the Caribbean region on two accounts. For one thing, this 21 mile long island is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and is subjected to its laws; whereas the other places here are independent island nations with autonomous governments. Secondly, Aruba has an incredible dry and arid climate, which basically translates to a year round of sunny weather. The white sand beaches here are absolutely magnificent but the best places to visit are Baby Beach and Eagle Beach – that is, if you can find a spot during the peak seasons.

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