Caribbean E-newsletter Receive updates of new hotels, travel specials and last minute deals.
Location Overview / Where is Aruba located?: The island – 20 miles long by six wide, or 32km by 10km and is 15 miles (24 km) north of Venezuela. The island is part of the Dutch Caribbean and is one of the "ABC" islands - Aruba, Bonaire Curacao. Because Aruba is located so far south, it lies outside of the the primary hurricane belt.
Aruba Map
Regional Caribbean Maps:
1.) Entire Caribbean
Map (330k)
2.) Eastern
Caribbean Map (36k): Includes maps of Puerto Rico through all the islands down to
Trinidad and Tobago.
3.) Mid Caribbean Map
(30k): Includes map of Hati, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Bonaire and
Curacao.
4.) Mid
Caribbean Map 2 (37k): Includes map of Cuba, Jamaica, The Cayman Islands, Haiti and the
bottom portion of the Bahamas.
5.) Central
America Map (33k): Includes map of Mexico (Cozumel, Cancun), Belize and Honduras (The
Bay Islands - Islas de la Bahia).
6.) Northern
Caribbean Map (35k): Includes map of The Bahamas, The Turks and Caicos, Cuba and
Florida.
Bringing Your Own Boat or Plane If you plan to arrive in the Caribbean in your own boat or plane, contact the embassy, consulate, or tourist office of each country you plan to visit to learn what is required for entry and exit. Besides title of ownership, most ports of entry will require proof of insurance coverage for the country you are entering. Some countries require a temporary import permit for your boat or plane.
Authorities in the Caribbean are familiar with U.S. regulations for documentation of air and sea craft. ... more
Bring light ponchos for rain gear. Bring light ponchos for rain gear. These can be purchased from most camping stores. Many stadiums also carry a light poncho to sell to fans of local football teams. These work great as well. They are small and light and easy to carry anywhere you go as a rain cloud can come in no time and dump a monsoon on your head.
Disclaimer: Although we've tried to make the information on this web
site as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss,
injury or inconvenience sustained by any person resulting from
information published on this site. We encourage you to verify any
critical information with the relevant authorities before you travel.
This includes information on visa requirements, health and safety,
customs, accommodations and transportation.
Resources »
