We were delighted to hear that Aruba's endemic burrowing owls (called “shocos” by locals) were voted in as an official National Symbol by parliament on September 23rd, 2014. That means the birds and their habitats will now be protected by law.
Island Facts
By law, wild donkeys, goats, and iguanas have the right of way on Aruba’s roads. Around 80 different nationalities make up Aruba’s diverse population of about 120,000...
“One Happy Island” is delighted to welcome over one million visitors per year, many of them repeat guests, but considering that this little rock encompasses only 70 square miles, that kind of human traffic can take a toll on the environment.
Aruba has four species of endangered sea turtles returning to its beaches each year to nest between March and October: the leatherback, the loggerhead, the green, and the hawksbill. And they all need human help.
As the most tourism-reliant country in the Caribbean, Aruba wants to keep their visitors happy. But it appears the success of a tourism product is intrinsically tied to the contentment of the local people who provide it.
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Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts
Aruba’s most romantic adults-only boutique-style resort is nestled on Eagle Beach, far from the crowds and highrise...
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Mi Dushi
Mi Dushi has been sailing on Aruba for 30 years and has recently renewed its vessel. The new Mi Dushi is a favorite and...
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Renaissance Mall
Luxury style meets Caribbean elegance at Aruba’s renowned Renaissance Mall Aruba, located in downtown, Oranjestad. With...
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Legends Pub
Legends Pub is a diamond in the rough when it comes to authentic American food. Two of the owners are from Wisconsin,...
blog Fabulous Family-Friendly Aruba
No worries about keeping your offspring happy on One Happy Island! There’s so much to do for all ages that you might...
article Tasty Tales
The Caribbean spiny lobster is one of those foods that makes me wonder, “who ever thought of eating that?” Who was the...
blog Help Keep Aruba Eco-Happy!
“One Happy Island” is delighted to welcome over one million visitors per year, many of them repeat guests, but...
blog There’s Room at the Top-Climb The California Lighthouse!
Aruba’s iconic landmark that's been alerting ships for over a century about reef dangers on the northeast coast has...