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Aruba - Your new office in paradise!

On One happy island, we’re in the business of happiness, so we’re offering an Aruba “Workation” from paradise. What are the benefits of working remotely from Aruba? Our One Happy Workation stays are up to 30 days for UK nationals with great deals at some of Aruba’s finest hotels, hotels with kitchens, villas, condos & more. Program amenities will include special rates, complimentary WiFi, breakfast, all-inclusive food & beverage options and more. And when you “Workation” in Aruba, you’ll live “like a local,” with discounts and access to special local experiences. This page will give you information on One Happy Workation package deals, frequently asked questions, immigration requirements, local itineraries and tips and more. Set off on a rejuvenating adventure – log on in Aruba and work happy

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Hotel room accommodations

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Hotels with kitchens

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Villas, condos & more

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Itineraries to “live like a local” while you’re in Aruba

Local Family Fun

Headshot of blogger Jane Vermaas in Aruba

Jane Vermaas

​Revel in family time as you venture out and discover that Aruba has something captivating for every generation.

The Philip's Animal Garden in Aruba is for young and old.

Interact with animals at Philip's garden

Morning

​Climb boulders at Casibari rocks

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Family having a visit at the donkey sanctuary in Aruba

​Pet & feed donkeys at their sanctuary

Mid-day

Explore artistic murals in San Nicolas

Afternoon
San Nicolas now boosts a brand new Museum of Industry (opened September 2016) and a soon to open Community Museum in the newly restored Nicolaas Store in Aruba.

Observe Aruba's history in San Nicolas

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Become a True Culture Buff

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Vicky Arens

Whenever I travel I want to be immersed in the local culture, follow my journey and discover what makes Aruba unique.

Shot of Royal Plaza Mall located in Oranjestad

Revel in our colonial architecture

Morning

Discover our Archaeological Museum

Morning

​Stroll to Cosecha and find local art

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Have a local lunch

Mid-day

A Romantic Day Off

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Glendeline Maduro

Fall deeper in love as you uncover Aruba's treasures alongside your better half.

California Lighthouse was named after steamship
California, which wrecked nearby on September 23, 1981 in Aruba.

​Rent a bike and go to the lighthouse

Morning

Enjoy a healthy lunch at Garden Fresh

Mid-day
Terrafuse art gallery

Create your glass jewellery at Terrafuse

Afternoon

Dine & unwind at Passions on the Beach

Evening

Eat & Drink Like a Local

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As we say in Papiamento, "Barika jen, curason contento," a full belly makes for a happy heart.

Entrance of restaurant at night.

​Savor some Dutch pancakes

Morning

Eat lunch with the locals at Zeerovers

Mid-day
Energy boosting shakes ready to be  enjoyed by happy customers

Grab a smoothie at Mauchi

Afternoon
People standing in front of Saco di Felipe store in Aruba.

Enjoy the local favourite Saco di Felipe

Evening

Weekends are for Exploration

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Ulrich Hermans

​Get your adrenaline pumping as you immerse yourself in thrill-seeking activities.

​Hike or bike in the National Park

Morning
Aerial shot of Dos Playa.

Watch the waves crash at Dos Playa

Mid-day

Visit the Quadirikiri cave

Afternoon

Ride the waves at Armando's kite shack

Afternoon
Charlie's Bar & Restaurant was founded on September 18, 1941. Over the years old and new items where carefully collected and now adorn the walls and ceilings of the restaurant

Grab a cold one at Charlie's bar

Evening

How the Locals Unwind

Jennifer Richardson

Get ready to unplug, unwind, and recharge as you relish in Aruba's soothing waters and calming atmosphere.

Food presentation at Eduardo's Beach Shack located at Playa Linda Beach Resort.

Savor an Açai bowl at Eduardo's shack

Morning

​Stretch to your heart's desire at yoga

Morning

​Grab a healthy bite at Garden Fresh

Mid-day
2021 Images of eforea spa at Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort.

Trigger your senses at Eforea Spa

Afternoon
Two People kayaking.

​Kayak as the sun sets at Arashi beach

Evening

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Local tips & guides

Guide to the art & culture of San Nicolas

Guide to the art & culture of San Nicolas

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A typical Aruban dish called

Authentic Aruba Recipes

Authentic Aruba Recipes

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Learn Papiamento with a local!

Learn some Papiamento phrases right from an Aruba local. They’ll come in handy on your Workation in Aruba!

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Learn how to say “Take It Easy” with Omaira.

Learn how to say “Take It Easy” with Omaira.

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Learn how to say “Hug” with Bruce.

Learn how to say “Hug” with Bruce.

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Learn how to say “Cold Beer” with Frank.

Learn how to say “Cold Beer” with Frank.

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Learn how to say “I Love You” with Lilian.

Learn how to say “I Love You” with Lilian.

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Learn how to say “Good Morning” with Queeny.

Learn how to say “Good Morning” with Queeny.

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Liability release

The role that the Aruba Tourism Authority (the “A.T.A.”) plays in the ‘One Happy Workation’ program (the “Program”) is strictly that of an intermediary between visitors and the hotels/resorts that are involved with the Program. All products under the Program are put together and offered by participating hotels/resorts and not the A.T.A. and/or Aruba. The A.T.A. website contains links to websites of participating hotels/resorts but these links are provided merely for your convenience. On these linked third-party websites i.e. information on, amongst others, the different products offered by the hotels/resorts as part of the Program can be found. By clicking a link I accept that neither the A.T.A. nor Aruba assumes responsibility and/or liability for information, communication, and/or products, whether or not related with the Program, available on such websites. Additionally I accept that in the unlikely event of a dispute exclusively Aruban law shall apply and that in such event only the Aruban Courts shall have jurisdiction.

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