Advantages: Largely Unspoiled
Disadvantages: Perceived a little to far to go.

...Aruba In rge Caribbean part of the Dutch Island chain. A terrific place which is still largely unspoilt. The island offers a variety of different entertainments and the Casinos are popular. Not visited by many UK people because they feel it is just to expensive. Believe me it isn't and I would compare the prices with those pais at home in the UK. Flights; I flew off season with KLM from Newcastle an the cost was £546 return. The temperature was 32 C and comfortable. Humidity is not a problem because the trade winds constantly blow a nice gentle breeze across the whole island. Nightlife, other than the beach resprts which are concentrated at the North of Aruba, is good and relaxed. The people are terrific and very friendly. The beaches, particularly Baby Beach are excellent with snorkelling at Baby Beach very good. Local food superb... Read review

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Advantages: Lovely beaches! Grat waves for surfers!
Disadvantages: Can't think of any.

...Bon vini Aruba (in their local language called "papiamento" means "welcome to Aruba") is what your passport will say if you come to this friendly island, or as they call it, and you'll also be able to read in that funny stamp with palms, "one happy island". Happy indeed. The island is a paradise for families or lovers. It is also a well-known resort from windsurfers, so the youth that enjoy this kind of water activities will find their place in here too. the nightlife is kind of poor, but it depends on the hotel where you're staying, some of them organize plays, games, bingos, dances, competition, and all the typical variety that beach resorts offers. if not a visit to the city will impress you in a nice way, full of lights, music everywhere, and all in a healthy and safe environment. All the main hotels are situated in the same... Read review

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Advantages: Friendly people, great food, fantastic beaches!
Disadvantages: Long flight time

...I had fancied going to Aruba since hearing about it on an episode of Friends (sad, I know, but there you go!) My husband and I finally decided to go in July 2003 for fortnight. We booked to stay at the Tamarijn Divi resort, all inclusive. So lets start from the beginning ......... We booked through Kuoni wh