Boca Catalina Is Tiny. Her Reputation Isn’t.
This little pocket of white sand is tucked into the rugged Malmok coastline. Over time, this little inlet has become one of Aruba’s most popular snorkeling spots. Long before our sailing days, Boca Catalina was a favorite place to escape. A book, a towel, a few letters to write home and nowhere to be. Shade…
A Tree for Rachael
There is something beautiful about watching something grow in a place you love. Flowers are beautiful. A tree is more permanent. A tree keeps giving back: shade, shelter, a place for wildlife to flourish. For Cousin Rachael, I chose the Dabaruida, whose delicate white flowers attract butterflies with their sweet nectar. There is something tender…
Aruba’s Children Are Rebuilding Our Reefs
Growing up on an island means the ocean is never very far away. Thanks to Nichole Danser, for some of Aruba’s children, it’s becoming their classroom too. I met my first Coral Academy expert before I even got on the ferry. His name was Rygel. He was 13 and charming. Standing on the pier, he…
Aruba Experiences for Repeat Visitors: More Than Just Beach Days
If you’ve been to Aruba before, you already know the routine—beach days, sunset dinners, and easy island living. But on a return visit, most travelers start looking for something more local, more social, and a little more memorable. Here’s how to experience a different side of Aruba. Discover San Nicolas For a change of pace,…
Discover Aruba with Alanna
Meet Alanna, the enthusiastic travel lover behind the popular website and TikTok channel, ArubaVacationTips.org. Working remotely as a travel agent, Alanna fell head over heels for Aruba and visits as often as she can. Dedicated to sharing the island’s beauty and her insider tips, she helps thousands of friends and followers plan their perfect Aruba…