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Day 3 — Snorkelling and Eagle Beach
Morning: snorkelling at Boca Catalina (sea turtles, free, shore entry) and Arashi Beach. Rent gear or join a snorkel tour. Afternoon: Eagle Beach — wider and quieter than Palm Beach, famous fofoti trees, world-ranked white sand.
Five days is enough to see both coasts properly, which is much easier with a rental car than with taxis.
Day 4 — Oranjestad, San Nicolas, and Local Lunch
Rent a car. Morning: Oranjestad — duty-free shopping, the Renaissance flamingo beach (book ahead), Fort Zoutman. Drive to San Nicolas for the street art murals (60+ international works). Lunch at Zeerovers — fried fish and beers at picnic tables for $10–15. Best meal in Aruba.
Day 5 — Relax, Parasail, Farewell Dinner
Last morning on Palm Beach. Optional: parasailing ($70–90) or paddleboarding. Afternoon: pack and leave for a farewell dinner at Flying Fishbone — tables literally over the sea at sunset, the most romantic restaurant on the island.
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Aruba is one of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations, known for its white sand beaches, constant sunshine and world-class water sports. Whether you are looking for adventure tours, luxury resorts or authentic local dining, Aruba delivers an unforgettable experience. The island sits outside the hurricane belt, ensuring reliable weather year-round. Most visitors find that 5-7 days is the ideal length for an Aruba vacation, allowing time to explore the beaches, book a catamaran tour, visit the Natural Pool and sample the diverse restaurant scene across Palm Beach, Eagle Beach and Oranjestad.
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