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Is the Bon Bini Festival Running in 2026? Here’s the Latest Update

Here’s an honest update, plus everything still worth doing at Fort Zoutman — and right now, it’s on a temporary pause. Here’s an honest update, plus everything still worth doing at Fort Zoutman around Oranjestad in the meantime. If you’ve been researching an Aruba trip and came across the Bon Bini Festival, you’re not alone. … Continue reading “Is the Bon Bini Festival Running in 2026? Here’s the Latest Update”

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What to Do in Aruba When it Rains: The Ultimate ‘Plan B’ Itinerary

Aruba is famous for its consistent sunshine and cooling trade winds, but even on “One Happy Island,” the weather can occasionally be unpredictable. First, take a deep breath. While brief showers are common, they usually pass in 10-15 minutes (we call this “Liquid Sunshine“). However, if you wake up to gray skies that look like … Continue reading “What to Do in Aruba When it Rains: The Ultimate ‘Plan B’ Itinerary”

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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”