An unforgettable family vacation is an effortless endeavor in Aruba. The sheer number of options, combined with the island's safe, friendly environment and proven great weather, makes Aruba a natural choice for family vacations.
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Spontaneous smiles and laughter often accompany a family adventure in Aruba. Inquisitive kids are most often enchanted with the island's wildlife of lizards and prehistoric looking iguanas, the parakeets that streak through the sky with a bright, piercing call and the abundance of tropical fish found at snorkeling sites.
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Active adventures are plentiful and range from a heart racing ride on a speedboat, the sail on a wooden “pirate ship” or a dive on a real submarine. Teenagers seeking greater challenges may want to steer their own kayak, ride a horse through the Aruban countryside or catch their own dinner on a fishing trip. An easier route for an entertaining meal is to choose from among a diverse number of cuisine offerings, from the exotic to never-fail-to-please pizza.
During the Day
Experience sun, sea and sand
From the vantage point of the beach, families delight in prime views of the expanse of clear, turquoise waters stretching out and deepening to an azure blue at the horizon. The soothing sounds of the water's ebb and flow, the brilliance of an ever-present sun and the caress of a soft wind slowly lulls sunbathers as the kids create their sandcastles and relish the refreshing splash of the waves.
Water play is brought to even greater heights with waterparks presenting innovative ways to dash into cooling waters. Winding, colorful slides draw bathers as sprays of water rain down on smiling groups of adults and children as they revel in the easy joy of a day spent together.
Experience overland adventures
The slow rise of the trail reveals a landscape full of surprises with cacti-studded views opening up to reveal the stretch of rock-hewn coastline and the jump of salt spray with the incoming tide. Accompanying the scene are the reliable sounds of a horse's hoof beat, the hum of an ATV or even the steady rhythm of your own breath as your family group travels along bike and hiking trails lined with the silent sentry of ancient rock formations.
On other days, the satisfying splat of a paintball hitting its target, the thud of a ball making contact with the tennis racket or the crack of wood before a golf ball sails serenely into the distance help mark a vacation filled with memorable moments and challenges. A variety of sports captures the interests of the entire family.
Experience Aruba's animal farms/sanctuaries
Children relish their first encounter with a donkey, listening to the bray of a donkey's welcome or feeling the soft fuzz of its snout as it nuzzles at a proffered carrot. A menagerie of different animals and discoveries await intrepid, young explorers, whether it is a visit to the Donkey Sanctuary, the Ostrich Farm, Bird Sanctuary or Butterfly Farm.
During the evening
The spotlight follows the dancer's quick movements with the light momentarily flashing across the face of the young spectator, enthralled with the talented performer, shimmering in sequins and moving in perfect step to the vibrant Latin rhythms. The choices of live shows at the various theaters or even the latest film releases at the cinema highlight an evening family outing.
Aruba's mild evenings offer yet more opportunities for excitement, whether it is a round of eight holes on the miniature golf course or opting for the brilliant, flashing lights drawing young gamers to a game room, go-kart track or batting cages.
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One Cool Family Vacation Details
(Special Offers for Families with Kids 12 years & under)
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One Cool Family Vacation (Jun 1 – Sep 30)
Aruba's safe, friendly environment and proven great weather have made the island a natural choice for family vacations. The FREE "One Cool Family Vacation" promotion offers Bed & Breakfast free from the kids' menu in the hotel restaurant along with daily free kids activities and a complimentary family gift at participating resorts. Some restrictions apply. Ask for the One Cool Family Vacation package when reserving at your resort. |
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| FEATURES INCLUDE: |
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- Kids (12 years and under) get free accommodations when sharing the same room with one or two full paying adults.
- Kids (12 years and under) get free breakfast daily at the designated hotel restaurant, using children's menu.
- Complimentary Children's activities (can vary and are upon availability).
- Family Gift (varies by hotel), presented upon check-in.
- De Palm Tours: Kids (12 years and under) get free Palm Pleasure Happy Hour Snorkel Island Sightseeing Tours
- Renaissance Aruba Resort @ Casino: 1 free kids breakfast per paying adult
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| PARTICIPATING RESORTS: |
| Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort |
| Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino |
| Brickell Bay Beach Club |
| Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort |
| Divi Dutch Village |
| Divi Village Golf and Beach Resort |
| Holiday Inn Sunspree Aruba Beach Resort |
| MVC Eagle Beach |
| Radisson Aruba Resort & Casino |
| Tamarijn Aruba All-Inclusive |
| The Aruban Resort and Casino at Eagle Beach |
| Tierra del Sol Resort & Country Club |
| The Mill Resort & Suites |
| The Westin Aruba Resort, Aruba |
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