March 18th is a day of jubilation on Aruba as the entire island gets decked out in Aruba Blue and celebrates Independence Day. We’ve recently told you the story of the Father of the Aruban Nation: Betico Croes, a national treasure. He valiantly jumped through political hoops to give the island of Aruba to her people, … Continue reading “Authentic Aruba: The Day of the Flag and Anthem”
Nine Lives Aruba Foundation Adoption Day
There’s a group on the island that’s mostly ignored. They spend most of their time sleeping in the shade, eat whatever they can find and stalk through the night like wraiths. They’re sneaky, silent and far too many of them are homeless. The wild cats of Aruba don’t cause very much trouble, unlike their crazy, … Continue reading “Nine Lives Aruba Foundation Adoption Day”
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Voluntourism: Helping Aruba’s Four-Legged Friends
Aruba is in the process of getting a portion of the population under control. This group is rowdy, unruly and occasionally loud. They fight, beg in the streets, have no problem with inappropriate displays of public affection and sometimes make the tourists feel quite uncomfortable. No, we’re not talking about the island’s teenagers! We’re talking … Continue reading “Voluntourism: Helping Aruba’s Four-Legged Friends”
White Cane Day on Aruba!
October 15th is internationally recognized as ‘White Cane Day’, a day that has become both an annual celebration of the achievements of people with visual impairments, and a day to recognize the white cane as a tool of independence for the blind. There are references to blind people using a shepherd’s staff to help them … Continue reading “White Cane Day on Aruba!”
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Keep Our Island Happy: Environmental Awareness from ARUBA – PT. I
Here in Aruba we love all of our globetrotting, friendly visitors. So much so, that a lot of times locals and tourists, who were once strangers, even turn into newfound friends after their trip to the One Happy Island! However, there’s something that is often overlooked when regarding our tropical little isla: ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS, and … Continue reading “Keep Our Island Happy: Environmental Awareness from ARUBA – PT. I”
Aruba Travelers Pack for a Purpose with Bucuti!
What if you could make a positive impact on another person’s life, with bare minimum effort, all the while staying on track with your travel plans? This is the essence of the Pack for a Purpose program. Prepping for travels can be hectic at times, but the pleasures of a vacation make it all worth … Continue reading “Aruba Travelers Pack for a Purpose with Bucuti!”