7 reasons to visit Aruba in 2024

Outside the hurricane belt, this unique destination is eager to offer unforgettable experiences. Now, without excuses, with the new Lima – Aruba route from Santiago for the best vacations.

Discover seven irresistible reasons to include Aruba on your next trip.

1. Award-winning beaches

White sand and turquoise waters that make you fall in love: these are the beaches of Aruba, famous throughout the world, and it is not difficult to understand why. In 2023, Eagle Beach was named the best beach in the Caribbean and the second best beach globally in Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice The Best of The Best awards. Other Aruban beaches also stood out in this ranking, such as Baby Beach and Arashi Beach, which occupied positions #19 and #23, respectively.

2. Multiple accommodation options

If you visit Aruba, you must book accommodation and in this, Aruba is a pioneer in diversity and convenience. From hotels, resorts and luxury villas, to apartments for the whole family, as well as some All-Inclusive proposals, they are part of the options that travelers will find at their disposal, for all budgets.

3. A tasty island for its gastronomy

With more than 100 nationalities living together in Aruba, gastronomic diversity is one of the great Aruban values ​​and visitors can see this in its more than 400 restaurants of all types and budgets. The offering ranges from seafood to fast food, healthy, vegan, fusion, among many others and, of course, the typical dishes of the island such as Keshi yena, Creole fish and Funchi, to name just a few.

4. Fun by air, sea and land

And after the beach, rest and good food, how about a little action? Aruba offers its visitors a wide range of activities and excursions by land, sea and even air. Diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, kitesurfing, parasailing, kayaking, fishing, submarine rides, horseback riding, jeep or ATV tours, cave exploration and even parachute jumping are part of the options for visitors.

5. A destination for the little ones

Aruba is also an ideal destination for the whole family, which includes the little ones, who even have their own beach: Baby Beach. On the Happy Island there will be no time for boredom and plenty of surprises, from the fun De Palm Island, water parks and marine life, to fun visits to animal and donkey farms and much more! In Aruba, everything is ready for the family.

6. Nightlife

The night breeze brings with it laughter, dances and Caribbean rhythms. From cozy beachfront bars to exciting nightclubs, the island offers an unrivaled nightlife experience. A great cultural example is the Aruba Carnival, which is celebrated every year dressing the streets with color, joy and many island dances. Plan your trip in advance so you don't miss this exciting experience that takes place in the months of January and February.

7. Air connectivity

Are you convinced that Aruba is the perfect destination for your next vacation? LATAM's new direct air route, connecting Aruba and Peru, reduces flight time to just over 4 hours. This connection not only shortens geographical distances, but also gives travelers the unique opportunity to explore the unmatched charms of Aruba with four weekly flights. In addition, you have additional airlines that connect Santiago with Oranjestad via Bogotá (Avianca) and Panama (Copa Airlines). The choice is in your hands.