Aruba is a small island nation located in the southern Caribbean Sea. It is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and its capital is Oranjestad. The official languages are Dutch and Papiamento, but English and Spanish are also widely spoken. The island has a tropical climate, with warm temperatures year-round, and is known for its beautiful beaches, turquoise waters, and coral reefs.

Tourism is the main industry on the island, with many hotels, restaurants, and tourist activities available. The local culture is a mix of many influences, including Dutch, African, and South American. The island has a rich history, with evidence of indigenous settlements dating back over 4,000 years. In recent years, Aruba has become a popular destination for adventure sports such as kiteboarding and windsurfing.

It is located about 1,000 kilometers west of the main part of the Lesser Antilles and 29 kilometers north of the coast of Venezuela. 

When you dock in Aruba, you will walk through a Dufry area to exit the cruise terminal. There are lots of little shops you can stop at to buy local trinkets. I would buy these on your way back to the ship though, so you don’t have to carry them around all day. 

Once you leave the Dufry shops, there will be taxi drivers hanging out to take you anywhere you want to go.

All of the roads in Aruba are modern and safe so if you want to rent a car, this is also an option for you. 

There is also a city trolley that goes most places. The trolley is free, and you can hop on and hop off at your leisure. The trolley runs every 15 minutes from 5:45am until 6pm. Buses also run until 11:30pm.