subject: A Dynamic Material To Oranjestad, Aruba Getaways With Input On Housing Plus Shopping [print this page] Checking out the Horseback Riding Scene in Aruba
From its Spanish Roots, Aruba developed a fondness for horses that is still inculcated in their local culture today with many Arubans subconsciously developing a fondness for these four-legged creatures, becoming enthusiasts or professional riders. Sharing their love for these four-legged creatures, Luis and Ramon Herrera decided to make the Rancho la Ponderosa, dedicated to provide tourists and locals the experience of riding a horse through different Aruban terrain. With 30 years of experience under their belt, the Rancho la Ponderosa holds many riding tours on the beaches of Wairiruri Beach cove and the Gold Mill ruins. Another tour also takes visitors to the Ostrich Farm, the Bushiribana Ruins and the Natural Bridge, one of Arubas most preserved and historic attractions. The tour will cost $65 for kids and $100 for adults but for animal lovers, its a great way to indulge in their passion while getting to see the beautiful Aruban landscape.
Arubas Unforgettable Beaches
Speaking as a fact, Arubas waters are some of the most beautiful in the world. Because its found in the Caribbean, the island holds within its waters and sands the ideal combination of white sands, warm weather and breezy winds, enough to name it as one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Theres bound to be a beautiful beach to escape to anywhere you go on this island such as Palm Beach, Eagle Beach, Baby Beach, Malmok Beach, Druif Beach, Arashi Beach and Hadicurari Beach to name just a few. Palm Beach, similar to the Miamis South Beach, holds not only beautiful sands and sun but world-class high-rise hotels, restaurants and a nightlife scene that speaks for itself. But for those aiming to focus on relaxation, Baby Beach, a half-moon beach front where many residents hold privacy an important asset which is beneficial to guests and fellow locals. Whichever scene you choose, the islands natural beauty will surely be enough to satisfy.
A Tour at Arubas Museums
A visit to Aruba wont be complete without visiting Arubas museums to get to know the part of Aruba which only its past could unlock. Several museums are keen on Arubas history such as the Aruba Aloe Museum and Factory, Historical Museum, Numismatic Museum, Archaeological Museum, Museum of Antiquities all in Oranjestad to the Model Train Museum in San Nicolas. The first stop should be at the Aruba Aloe Museum which affects widely the economic as well as psychological standpoint of Arubas culture in terms of healing, tracing it from the discovery of the aloe plant down to the time when Aruba became the worlds largest exporter of Aloe. Fort Zuotman or the Historical Museum is the oldest building in Aruba and is worth a visit especially when trying to discover the Dutch influence in Arubas lifestyle. At another phase of foreign influence, Arubas Amerindian influence can be studied at the Archaeological museum, a great way to discover the beauty of the whole island as well.
Discovering Nature with Arikok National Park Aruba
Although Aruba won its popularity as being the island with world class beaches, there are still many wonders in its geographic state that gives more reason for even the scientific world to be awed. You see, Aruba was formed via different rock formations such as limestone, quartz and lava. The process produced some of the most fertile lands, which have grown many endemic species in its time. The Arikok National Park stands in the middle of these three stone formations, and is home to many plant and wildlife species from birds, snakes, trees to even the early developments of the Amerindians who settled in this island. Arikok National Park also explains that the rock formation also resulted into the different gold deposits which Aruba is so famous for. Arikok is a great place to unwind and take in Natures beauty whether for scientific purposes or not. So get lost in the natural beauty of Aruba in its National Park.
