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How to enjoy
Aruba like a local

during the
holiday season

Aruba has always been a happy island, and it will always be! This holiday season is no exception, so let us tell you how to enjoy Aruba like a local. Firstly, if our island is going to be your holiday destination, take note of what you will need before you arrive from the USA:

  • Visitor insurance (ED-card)
  • Valid passport
  • Yellow fever vaccine
  • A negative PCR test, taken a maximum of 72 hours before the trip

A holiday in Aruba

you won’t forget

Holidays are just around the corner, and we’re here to help you plan your trip to Aruba. Here are a few things you can do to enjoy Aruba like a local:

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TRAVEL

BY CRUISE:

Cruises are a great way to sail the seas while enjoying good food, beverages, and music. Some cruises even allow you to practice scuba diving and snorkeling in the ocean if you want to. There’s a wide range of prices, but no matter which cruise you choose, you’ll have a great time.

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WAIT FOR SINTERKLAAS

IN ORANJESTAD PORT

This is a perfect plan for families with kids. Sinterklaas arrives every December 5 at Oranjestad port with his helpers, the “Pieten,” bringing gifts to the little ones. They also take part in events for children around the island.

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ENJOY THE DANDE

FESTIVAL:

This event takes place on December 28. This festival features over fifty singers and traditional musical groups, with the traditional song “Dande” always on the program. Dande Festival is a great way to welcome the new year early.

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VISIT ARIKOK

NATIONAL PARK:

Here you can explore deserted beaches surrounded by rocky landscapes and plains. It is located in the south of the island, and if you want to enjoy Aruba like a local, you should definitely visit this place!

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VISIT OUR ART GALLERY

IN WESTSTRAAT:

Harbour House will open a new art gallery soon, and you won’t want to miss it! Visitors and residents will be able to see seven local artists’ works at Weststraat. The grand opening of this space is planned for December, so watch out for more details.

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TRY A NEW RESTAURANT

EVERY WEEK:

Aruba is home to tasty food worth trying, and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from. So, if you are a food lover, visiting a new restaurant every week is the perfect plan for you. At Harbor House, we have many culinary options, and we are opening a new restaurant in December. We will let you know more details very soon so you won’t miss it!

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ENJOY HARBOUR HOUSE

AMENITIES:

If you want a more relaxed plan, Harbour House is the perfect spot for you. Enjoy the comforts of a luxurious apartment by the sea: gym, high-speed internet, international cuisine, 24-hour security, and much more.

travel by cruise icon
TRAVEL

BY CRUISE:

Cruises are a great way to sail the seas while enjoying good food, beverages, and music. Some cruises even allow you to practice scuba diving and snorkeling in the ocean if you want to. There’s a wide range of prices, but no matter which cruise you choose, you’ll have a great time.

ICON FOR ORANGESTAD PORT
WAIT FOR SINTERKLAAS

IN ORANJESTAD PORT

This is a perfect plan for families with kids. Sinterklaas arrives every December 5 at Oranjestad port with his helpers, the “Pieten,” bringing gifts to the little ones. They also take part in events for children around the island.

ICON FOR DANDE FESTIVAL
ENJOY THE DANDE

FESTIVAL:

This event takes place on December 28. This festival features over fifty singers and traditional musical groups, with the traditional song “Dande” always on the program. Dande Festival is a great way to welcome the new year early.

ICON NATIONAL PARK
VISIT ARIKOK

NATIONAL PARK:

Here you can explore deserted beaches surrounded by rocky landscapes and plains. It is located in the south of the island, and if you want to enjoy Aruba like a local, you should definitely visit this place!

ICON ART GALLERY
VISIT OUR ART GALLERY

IN WESTSTRAAT:

Harbour House will open a new art gallery soon, and you won’t want to miss it! Visitors and residents will be able to see seven local artists’ works at Weststraat. The grand opening of this space is planned for December, so watch out for more details.

ICON NEW RESTAURANT
TRY A NEW RESTAURANT

EVERY WEEK:

Aruba is home to tasty food worth trying, and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from. So, if you are a food lover, visiting a new restaurant every week is the perfect plan for you. At Harbor House, we have many culinary options, and we are opening a new restaurant in December. We will let you know more details very soon so you won’t miss it!

ICON AMENITIES
ENJOY HARBOUR HOUSE

AMENITIES:

If you want a more relaxed plan, Harbour House is the perfect spot for you. Enjoy the comforts of a luxurious apartment by the sea: gym, high-speed internet, international cuisine, 24-hour security, and much more.

EAT LIKE A LOCAL IN ARUBA:

TOP 3 TRADITIONAL DISHES

To enjoy Aruba like a local, you should eat like one! Here are our top 3 traditional dishes that you cannot miss. You can prepare or eat them in any good restaurant serving traditional food, like Harbour House Restaurant & Bar:
JOHNNY CAKES DISHES

JOHNNY CAKES:

This is a delicious breakfast treat that you’ll love! They are small cakes filled with cream cheese and you only need water, salt, flour, baking powder, butter, cream cheese, and sugar to prepare them.

JOHNNY CAKES DISHES

JOHNNY CAKES:

This is a delicious breakfast treat that you’ll love! They are small cakes filled with cream cheese and you only need water, salt, flour, baking powder, butter, cream cheese, and sugar to prepare them.

PASTECHI DISHES

PASTECHI:

They are sweet pieces of bread filled with various meats: beef, fish or shrimp. The pastechi is ideal for special occasions.

PASTECHI:

They are sweet pieces of bread filled with various meats: beef, fish or shrimp. The pastechi is ideal for special occasions.

PASTECHI DISHES
KESHI YENA DISHES

KESHI YENA:

This is inspired by Dutch cuisine. It is a round ball of cheese with a hole in the center filled with spiced chicken or meat, raisins, olive oil, cashews, and capers.

KESHI YENA DISHES

KESHI YENA:

This is inspired by Dutch cuisine. It is a round ball of cheese with a hole in the center filled with spiced chicken or meat, raisins, olive oil, cashews, and capers.

EAT LIKE A LOCAL IN ARUBA:

TOP 3 TRADITIONAL DISHES

To enjoy Aruba like a local, you should eat like one! Here are our top 3 traditional dishes that you cannot miss. You can prepare or eat them in any good restaurant serving traditional food, like Harbour House Restaurant & Bar:
JOHNNY CAKES DISHES

JOHNNY CAKES:

This is a delicious breakfast treat that you’ll love! They are small cakes filled with cream cheese and you only need water, salt, flour, baking powder, butter, cream cheese, and sugar to prepare them.

PASTECHI DISHES

PASTECHI:

They are sweet pieces of bread filled with various meats: beef, fish or shrimp. The pastechi is ideal for special occasions.

KESHI YENA DISHES

KESHI YENA:

This is inspired by Dutch cuisine. It is a round ball of cheese with a hole in the center filled with spiced chicken or meat, raisins, olive oil, cashews, and capers.

FUN ACTIVITIES ON ARUBA:

THE BUCKET LIST

After completing each activity on this list, tick it off:

  • ATV Tours
  • Snorkeling with marine scooters
  • Horse riding
  • Visit the natural pool
  • Night tour of bars
  • Jet ski rental
  • Submarine expedition

In Aruba, you will find many things to make you feel at home during the holidays and at any time of the year. Don’t forget to plan in advance, buy your air ticket and reserve your short-term rental apartment at Harbour House Aruba to experience unforgettable moments here. You will quickly fall in love with our island! If that happens, you can always come back, so if you want to invest in a property here, contact us, and we will advise you. Act quick and take advantage of the low-interest rates and invest in a property close to the ocean. Investing in real estate is all about location!

FUN ACTIVITIES ON ARUBA:

THE BUCKET LIST

After completing each activity on this list, tick it off:

  • ATV Tours
  • Snorkeling with marine scooters
  • Horse riding
  • Visit the natural pool
  • Night tour of bars
  • Jet ski rental
  • Submarine expedition

In Aruba, you will find many things to make you feel at home during the holidays and at any time of the year. Don’t forget to plan in advance, buy your air ticket and reserve your short-term rental apartment at Harbour House Aruba to experience unforgettable moments here. You will quickly fall in love with our island! If that happens, you can always come back, so if you want to invest in a property here, contact us, and we will advise you. Act quick and take advantage of the low-interest rates and invest in a property close to the ocean. Investing in real estate is all about location!