Currency
The official currency of Aruba is the Aruban Florin, although the US Dollar is widely accepted
Entry_Requirements
Travelers to Aruba need to show proof of their identity. Residents of the US or Canada can submit a valid passport, an official birth certifcate with photo, or a valid Alien Registration card. Other nationalities must have a valid passport and a visa if required.
Language
The official language is Dutch, but English is widely spoken. Papiamento, a mixture of Spanish, Dutch and Portugese, is Aruba's local language.
Events
These events have a tendency to change venue and date rapidly. We strongly suggest calling or writing the Tourist Board to get exact information.
* New Year's Day, January 1
* G.F.Betico Croes Day, January 25
* Carnival, the Monday before Ash Wednesday
* National Anthem and Flag Day, March 18
* Good Friday
* Easter Monday
* Queen's Day, April 30
* Labor Day, May 1
* Ascension Day, May 9
* Annual Jazz and Latin Music Festival, early June
* Aruba Culinary Exhibition, September 28-30
* Christmas, December 25
* Boxing Day, December 26
* Bonbini Festival, every Tuesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Aruba Historical Museum
Population
Approximately 81,000 people live in Aruba.
Sailing
Our Caribbean Sailing Resources page includes lists of upcoming regattas, boat charter information and links to other sailing related sites.
Telecommunications
To call Aruba from the United States, first dial the international access code 011, followed by the country code 297 and then the 6-digit local number.
Weather
Aruba is sunny, breezy and dry, with only about 17 inches of annual rainfall. The average temperature is 82 degrees. Please visit our Caribbean Weather Page for the latest forecasts and weather news.