Aruba Island, this Dutch owned territory in the Caribbean has some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the world. Aruba beaches are the perfect place for total relaxation with the continuous cool trade winds soft sand and crystal clear waters. Aruba is a great place for family vacations and the beaches and coastline are perfect place for many different water sports like - scuba diving, windsurfing, sailing, tubing, waters ports, jet ski, snorkeling and fishing. The island has two very different landscape terrains; the southwest coast has very calm warm waters, white sand, palm trees, divi trees and seasonal breezes. On this side of the island the beaches are perfect settings for romantic sunsets, sailing, dinner cruises, swimming and all beach activities. The northeast coast has a rocky cliff like landscape with very strong ocean currents and high waves. There are few beach areas for swimming or beach activities on this side of the island but there are breathtaking dramatic sites, natural views, places for hiking, four wheel tours and sightseeing. It is on this side of the island where the Natural Pool and Natural Bridge are located. Although the Natural Bridge has collapsed there are smaller ones forming along this coast in the same area. You will need a four wheel drive vehicle or SUV to travel into this area on your own. There are also horseback riding tours that you can go on to explore the northeast coast.

When traveling to this area of the island it is wise to bring some fruit, snacks and drinking water because there no snack shops around. What clothing to wear? You should wear sneakers, hiking shoes or similar footwear to protect your feet when walking on the rock surfaces and if you are wearing a swimsuit, bring a cover-up for sun protection. The sun's rays are very strong in Aruba and with the constant breeze you may not feel the burning of the sun so care should be taken for protecting your skin to avoid sunburn. Always use sunscreens or sun block when sunbathing, tanning or walking along the coast and beaches. Aruba's climate is perfect for sunbathers, water sports, water skiing, para sailing, diving, snorkeling, fishing, jet ski, tubing, windsurfing, relaxing, cruises, sunset sailing and sun tanning.

Some popular Aruba beaches are; Eagle beach - probably the largest beach on the island, Palm beach - high rise resort hotels and vacation timeshares area of the island with many family activities, Manchebo beach - very wide calm, near the low rise area, Baby beach - very calm shallow water good for children and beginner snorkeling, Bucuti beach, Arashi beach - near the California Lighthouse, Malmok Beach, Druif beach, Surfside Beach, Sonesta Island, Dos Playa - very rough waters and current, Rodgers beach - next to baby beach, Hadicurari beach - night fishing area where small boats leave and return to, and Mange Halto beach. There are many private and secluded beaches around the island. Topless sunbathing is allowed but be aware of your surrounding vacationers and consideration should be given to other families on the beach with children. Nude sunbathing is not legal or allowed, but there are many private secluded beach areas where you can sunbathe nude. When leaving the beach areas it is recommended to wear a cover shirt or cover up and sneakers or sandals.

Arashi Beach. calm waters, swimming is fine, white sand

Baby Beach. On the island's eastern tip,

Boca Catalina.  some stones and pebbles along this white-sand beach

Boca Grandi. Rough surf -good swimming skills are a must at this beach

Boca Prins. need four-wheel-drive vehicle

Boca Tabla.  east-side beach, - Bachelor's Beach

Dos Playa. need four-wheel-drive vehicle,

Druif. Fine white sand and calm waters

Eagle Beach. on the southwestern coast

Fisherman's Huts.  also called Hadikurari Beach

Grapefield Beach.  northeast of San Nicolas

Malmok Beach.  northwestern shore

Punta Brabo Beach.  front of the Manchebo Beach Resort

Manchebo Beach

Palm Beach - highrise hotel area

Rodger's Beach. Next to Baby Beach

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