As I lay beneath the star-filled sky this evening, I reflect on my East Coast hiking adventure, three years ago today, on December 17, 2017, when I embarked on what has become an “awakening” of sorts. I continue to look for clues to my “infatuation” with Aruba along with the source(s) igniting that “Heavenly” experience … Continue reading “Aruba’s Spirited East Coast – Part Two”
Photo by Aruba Walking Tours
Downtown Aruba Vibes: Oranjestad
Let’s take a break from those long, hard days lounging on the white sandy beaches of Aruba and have ourselves a change of scenery! Yes, it’s time to put that frozen cocktail down, we’re heading downtown to our island’s capital, Oranjestad! Add these to your “downtown to-do list”: Stroll down Main Street You will find … Continue reading “Downtown Aruba Vibes: Oranjestad”
Local and Unique Holiday Gift Shopping in Aruba
‘Tis the sea-sun for spending time with loved ones and spreading cheer by singing loud for all to hear! Although we know the holidays are really meant for enjoying each other’s company and celebrating all the good that surrounds us… buying a wee little present here or there for a friend or family member definitely … Continue reading “Local and Unique Holiday Gift Shopping in Aruba”
Exploring Aruba’s Wild Beaches
Soft, white-sand beaches, clear turquoise water, palm trees swaying in the warm breeze, relaxing with a frozen cocktail in hand, a beach bar playing “Don’t Worry Bout a Thing” in the background… nope, not today! We’ve decided to shake things up a little and take you on a virtual trip to the wild side of … Continue reading “Exploring Aruba’s Wild Beaches”
Photo by Randy Bullerwell
Aruba’s Spirited East Coast
I was first introduced to Aruba in 2008 when, after just two days here, I realized this is a place I want to be – I felt this sense of ‘being in a very good place’ that profoundly affected me. This is when we started looking for our home on the island. Through a lot … Continue reading “Aruba’s Spirited East Coast”
Photo by Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts
Ewald Biemans: Aruba’s Green Guru
A while ago, on a tour of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts, the song ‘The Circle of Life’ randomly popped into my head. Like many unsolicited earworms, the song stayed with me until I managed to figure out why Elton John was haunting my brain. Walking across the gorgeous grounds, while Bucuti’s environmental compliance officer … Continue reading “Ewald Biemans: Aruba’s Green Guru”