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Activemirror: The First Aruban Band to Perform at NXNE30 Music Festival

Aruba's music scene is making history as Activemirror becomes the first Aruban band to perform at North by Northeast (NXNE), the renowned music and arts festival in Toronto, Canada. Set to take the stage at this year’s edition of NXNE, the band will be representing...

Activemirror. Announces Debut Album “Though The Night Is Not Over”

ARUBA, Jan. 14, 2025 – Activemirror. is thrilled to announce the release of its debut album, "Though The Night Is Not Over," which will be available on major streaming platforms starting Friday, Jan. 17, 2025. Recorded in late 2024, the album features the...

Small Island Developing States (SIDS): Challenges and Resilience

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) represent a unique group of nations characterized by their geographic isolation, small size, and economic vulnerability. While Aruba is not officially classified as a SIDS member due to its status as a constituent country of the...
Exploring Aruba on Foot: Top Hiking Trails for Nature Lovers

Exploring Aruba on Foot: Top Hiking Trails for Nature Lovers

Pics by Casiola Aruba  When most people think of Aruba, they picture sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and bustling resorts. But beyond the coastline lies another side of the island—one filled with rugged landscapes, towering cacti, dramatic cliffs, and hidden natural...

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Virginia Dementricia: Aruba’s Forgotten Heroine Remembered

Virginia Dementricia: Aruba’s Forgotten Heroine Remembered

In the shadows of Aruba’s colonial past, the story of Virginia Dementricia Gaai emerges as a powerful symbol of resistance, courage, and dignity. Born into slavery in 1842, Virginia’s defiance against injustice challenged the oppressive structures of her time and left...

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De Olde Molen: A Dutch Gem in Aruba

De Olde Molen: A Dutch Gem in Aruba

Nestled in the picturesque Palm Beach area of Aruba, **De Olde Molen**, often known as the Old Dutch Windmill, stands as a captivating symbol of cultural heritage and historical continuity. This iconic windmill, with its rich history spanning over two centuries and...

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Keshi Yena: A Culinary Heritage of Aruba’s History

Keshi Yena: A Culinary Heritage of Aruba’s History

Keshi Yena, often celebrated as Aruba’s national dish, is much more than a tasty casserole — it is a testament to the island’s complex history and rich cultural resilience. This iconic dish, rooted in Aruba’s colonial past, tells a story of ingenuity, survival, and...

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Discover Baby Beach: Aruba’s Most Serene Caribbean Escape

Discover Baby Beach: Aruba’s Most Serene Caribbean Escape

Tucked away on the sun-kissed southern tip of Aruba, Baby Beach is the kind of destination you dream about—then never want to leave. Just outside the colorful town of San Nicolas, this half-moon-shaped lagoon blends postcard-perfect views with a calm, shallow...

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Kibrahacha

Kibrahacha

"Kibrahacha" refers to a distinctive and colorful tree known scientifically as Tabebuia heterophylla. This tree is indigenous to the island of Aruba in the Caribbean. It is celebrated for its vibrant yellow blossoms and is often considered the national tree of Aruba....

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 Striking a Balance in Aruba’s Tourism Development

 Striking a Balance in Aruba’s Tourism Development

Aruba, often hailed as a Caribbean paradise, is facing a conundrum at the heart of its prosperity: how to strike the perfect balance between catering to the burgeoning tourist industry and preserving the island's environment and local culture. The jewel of the...

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Culture And History

Culture And History

The Hidden Scars of Aruba: Lago Oil’s Pitch Dump in Grapefield For decades, Aruba has been a paradise known for its pristine beaches and turquoise waters. However, beneath its natural beauty lies an environmental scar left by one of the island’s most significant...

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The California Lighthouse in Aruba, a striking cylindrical structure, stands proudly on the northwest tip of the island, serving as both a maritime guide and a sought-after tourist attraction. Built between 1914 and 1916, this iconic lighthouse was named after the...