As part of our Panama Canal Transit Cruise we visited the island of Aruba. Aruba is located in the Caribbean Sea about 20 miles north of the coast of Venezuela. We knew that Aruba was known for beautiful beaches but had in our mind that it was a tropical island. Expecting palm trees, we were really surprised to discovered that it was actually a desert island. Except for the ocean in the distance we felt like we were back in Arizona. We did find the beautiful beaches and they were every bit as beautiful as we expected.
To tour the island we took the Kukoo Kunuku Bus (otherwise know as the Party Bus). During the evening this bus is used by tourists for bar hopping.
On the northern top of the island is the stunning California Lighthouse
Lots of Cactus. Interesting fact is Aruba has no fresh water. All water is made by desalination of sea water. No surprise there’s not a lot of grass on the island.
Yes the beaches were fantastic.
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