Welcome to Aruba

Sparkling azure waters and pillowy soft white-sand beaches make Aruba the quintessential island paradise. Throw in exciting water sports, inland adventures and world-class nightlife and you have a beach vacation that's almost impossible to beat.

When relaxation is your goal, the beach and cool ocean breezes accommodate. Duty-free shopping makes for another way to enjoy your carefree days, as is enjoying one of a host of inviting restaurants that provide delectable worldly cuisine.

When water sports top your itinerary, Aruba offers everything from snorkeling to scuba diving to windsurfing. Marlin, tuna, shark and sailfish reside in the Caribbean waters around Aruba, and can be snared on a half- or full-day deep sea fishing excursion.

Land-based adventures can be just as exhilarating and include golfing, casino gambling, ATV tours, and non-stop nightly entertainment.

Many Aruban resorts also understand the importance of a family friendly, on-site pool. From meandering lazy rivers to swim-up bars, the island's resort pools are almost destinations all their own.