Aruba Central, Coastal + Food pictures

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Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

With its floury sands, swaying fronds and warm tropical waters, this beach is a picture of Caribbean perfection.

With its floury sands, swaying fronds and warm tropical waters, this beach is a picture of Caribbean perfection.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

With its floury sands, swaying fronds and warm tropical waters, this beach is a picture of Caribbean perfection.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

This small coastal town was once at the center of the island’s oil industry. Free from resorts and crowds, the town retains a refreshingly authentic atmosphere.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Go wildlife-watching, view American Indian cave art, stroll along deserted windswept beaches and hike among the arid, cacti-peppered hills of this protected preserve.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Learn about the culture and customs of the indigenous inhabitants of Aruba through a series of intriguing archaeological exhibits.

This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.

This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.

Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.

This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.