The Top 5 Things to Do in Aruba (Part 2)

There are so many islands in the Caribbean, why Aruba? With the best beaches and arid desert, this post will show you some of the best things to do and what you need to know before your trip to Aruba.

Whether you're looking to kick back and relax, off-road in the dunes, or stroll through town for shopping and dining, Aruba has a wide selection of activities for everyone.

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1. Play a game of beach tennis

Beach tennis originated in Italy in the early 1970s, but it took three decades for this unique sport to become popular around the world.

Aruba was particularly interested in this, and today the island is home to the largest beach tennis event in the world - the Aruba Open Beach Tennis Championships, held annually at Eagle Beach in November.

This week-long holiday welcomes hundreds of attendees and offers many compelling opportunities for spectators.

Of course, you can also try beach tennis at Eagle Resort Aruba, which offers court rentals and paddle tennis (both free for Eagle Resort guests), or at MooMba Beach Bar & Restaurant in Noord, on the north end of the island.

2. Discover the Sea

Whether it's diving among Caribbean reef squid and parrotfish or diving through rolling gardens of seagrass, there is so much to see below the surface in Aruba.

You'll find reefs and shipwrecks, including the largest shipwreck in the Caribbean: the Antilla.

This 120-meter long German freighter from WWII is divided into two parts and is a favorite among wreck divers.

Don't worry if you don't have an open water diving certification, there are several places to get one on the island.

You can also try Snuba, a combination of snorkeling and diving that does not require prior certification.

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3. Get involved with Wild Donkeys

Aruba's wild donkeys date back to the island's pre-Dutch period when the Spanish inhabited the land.

They were used primarily for transportation, although over time donkeys simply became part of the Aruba landscape.

Although nearly extinct in the 1990s, today the island's donkey population is around 200, thanks in part to the Donkey Sanctuary.

At this volunteer-run nonprofit, you can pet donkeys, feed them apples and carrots, and help clean them.

4. Have Your Own Private Getaway

While most of the island's accommodations consist of high-rise beachfront hotels, for true relaxation you'll want to book a stay at The Boardwalk Hotel.

Just steps from the sea, this recently renovated boutique property is home to dozens of colorful little houses.

Some have wicker hanging chairs, others have their own hand-painted murals and outdoor showers, and most have a hammock perfect for spending an afternoon poolside.

Two Aruba-born sisters manage the property; they can help create personalized island experiences, like dining with local chef Frank Kelly (Taki Aruba) on a secluded north shore beach.

5. Explore Art

At the southern tip of the island, San Nicolás is a center for local street art.

This new venture began in 2016, when the city's ArtisA gallery began to breathe new life into Aruba's once-thriving refinery with outdoor murals.

There are now dozens of brightly colored works at San Nicolás, from a gigantic iguana to a deck of cards that decorates the entire exterior of a bar and nightclub.

Most were created in conjunction with the island's Aruba Art Fair, which takes place every September.

ArtisA organizes a series of walking tours that highlight these works and the artists who created them, including Bordalo II (known for his "Garbage Animals") and Mexican Farid Ruedah.

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