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Aruban Equestrian Organization honors four riders
0 As part of the 40th anniversary of the Aruban Equestrian Organization (OCA), the Board of Directors recognized four exceptional riders: Tom Pietersz, Lucho Claro, Rancho Monte Azul, and Melanie Wever. Tom Pietersz, OCA’s first president, has...

The cadushi: A symbol of strength in Aruba’s nature
0 Aruba’s landscape is filled with plants that not only contribute to the island’s beauty but also play an important role in maintaining a healthy environment. Some enrich the soil, attract pollinators, and support a balanced ecosystem. One of the...

Royal Aruba Aloe now has twenty stores across the island!
0 Royal Aruba Aloe is proud to announce that it now has twenty stores across Aruba. The company recently celebrated the opening of its twentieth location on Thursday, October 9th, at the Holiday Inn Resort. In the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the...

Best-Selling Cessna Citation Latitude Reach Continues to Grow With First Order in Argentina
With a stand-up flat floor cabin and ample space for nine passengers, the aircraft can fly nonstop between destinations such as Buenos Aires, Argentina to Quito, Ecuador; Cordoba, Argentina to Medellin, Colombia; São Paulo, Brazil to Oranjestad,...

This Caribbean island was just crowned the safest in the world
With travel advisories in the Caribbean constantly shifting, many travelers are wondering where they can enjoy a worry-free vacation. According to World Population Review’s 2025 rankings, the title of the safest country in the Caribbean goes to...
Envoyage Names Two New Senior Business Development Managers
Jonathan Cerreta, Maeghen Tripp. Photo: Envoyage The Host agency Envoyage, a division of The Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG), has expanded its sales team with the appointment of two new senior business development managers: Jonathan Cerreta and...

Grant Thornton promotes Ashiq Nanhekhan to Director in Caribbean business
Ashiq Nanhekhan, a member of Grant Thornton based in Aruba, has been promoted to Director in the firm’s Advisory practice. In his expanded role, Nanhekhan will lead initiatives in cybersecurity, IT audit, data analytics, and artificial...

California Lighthouse Maintenance Aruba: Temporary Closure for Major Restoration
The California Lighthouse maintenance Aruba project has officially begun this October. The island’s most famous landmark, located at Hudishibana, will remain closed to the public until late 2025. This temporary closure marks the start of a...

Monumentfund Aruba informs that; The California Lighthouse is temporarily closed for maintenance work
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You can fly from the U.S. to the Caribbean for just $5 right now
With chilly weather creeping in across much of the U.S., sun-seekers now have the perfect excuse to trade their coats for swimsuits. Dominican airline Arajet just announced an unbelievable limited-time deal. They’re offering flights from the U.S....

This Trendy Caribbean Island Is Setting All Time Tourism Records In 2025
Not Aruba, with its paradisaical beaches and colorful towns, nor Jamaica, with their vibrant carnival and lush jungles: the Caribbean island setting all-time tourism records in 2025 is a fast-rising, trend-setting Dominican Republic. Between...

The travel industry’s big shift: Why responsible tourism is the new normal
After years of reports about the importance of protecting local communities and the planet when traveling, it seems responsible travel may finally be emerging from its ‘niche’ status and becoming the baseline for globetrotters. A significant 96%...

Heavy rain exposes recurring problems in Aruba
1 Over the weekend, Aruba experienced heavy rain, a welcome relief after several dry and hot weeks. However, the rainfall also highlighted the poor condition of many roads on the island. Damaged infrastructure prevents water from flowing properly,...

Samanta Romero to represent Aruba at the Mini World Pageant
4 On Sunday, Samanta Romero, Pre-Teen World Aruba 2025, flew to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, to represent Aruba at the 2025 Mini World Organization pageant. Samanta shared with 24ora.com that she woke up early, full of excitement and hope,...

Aruba chosen to host U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying games
0 Aruba has been selected as one of the host countries for Round 1 of the 2026 CONCACAF Women’s U-17 Qualifiers, marking an exciting moment for sports on the island and for fans of women’s soccer. This tournament is the first step for CONCACAF...

Aruba Tourism Authority Honors Loyal Visitors at Bucuti & Tara Boutique Beach Resort!
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These are the Caribbean’s most amazing hotels, according to our experts
The good news is that all 30 island states and territories scattered across this balmy region have superb hotels aplenty. It doesn’t matter whether you’re seeking beach bliss, family fun, rainforest adventures or sublime slumber in a four-poster...

Boardwalk Boutique becomes first hotel in the ABC islands to receive two “Michelin Keys”
0 Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba, managed by Belgian twin sisters Kimberly and Stephanie Rooijakkers, has earned two Michelin Keys — the hotel equivalent of the prestigious Michelin Stars awarded to restaurants. This achievement makes Boardwalk...

Dutch Caribbean fifteen years: how the islands changed since 2010
Fifteen years after the Netherlands Antilles dissolved, this report compares the six Dutch Caribbean islands. It examines population, work, education, economics, tourism and migration. Readers gain clear, data-driven insight for 2010–2025. On 10...

Aruba to me: Gerry Tyburski
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