www.thearuban.com http://www.thearuban.com Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Traveling from the US to Aruba http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/12/traveling-from-the-us-to-aruba/ http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/12/traveling-from-the-us-to-aruba/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thearuban.com/&p=10 When traveling from the US to Aruba, there are a few things every traveler must know. Whether traveling by air or sea, all US citizens, including children, must have a valid passport or passport card to travel to and from Aruba.

While in Aruba, the visitor may be required to show proof of return ticket as well as proof of lodging accommodations and proof of financial support while in the country.

Citizens from the United States are permitted to stay up to 30 days. Those wishing to stay up to 180 days may get permission through the office of immigration. All citizens whether living or visiting Aruba are encourage to sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. The program is a free service given through the US government. Through the program, US citizens receive routine information such as travel threats or travel alerts for that particular country. The information comes from the local US embassy or consulate.

In case of a medical emergency, travelers should consult with their insurance company to verify the services offered while overseas. All travelers are asked to ensure their own safety by staying in well-lit tourist areas making sound judgments. Most of all enjoy your trip.

]]> http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/12/traveling-from-the-us-to-aruba/feed/ 0 The Sports Teams in the Country of Aruba http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/09/the-sports-teams-in-the-country-of-aruba/ http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/09/the-sports-teams-in-the-country-of-aruba/#comments Sun, 09 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thearuban.com/&p=9 Aruba is a small island nation found in the Caribbean sea, and is located just north of Venezuela. The country ionly has a population of a little more than 100,000, but this does not prevent them from participating in international sporting events. In fact, the country of Aruba has several sport teams that compete at the international level.

The Aruba soccer (football) team is an international competitor, and although they don’t have as many players to choose from, due to their small size, they do play against other nations.

On top of this, the island nation also has a baseball team that plays against other countries in the Caribbean sea and in South America. With baseball being such a popular sport in the area, it is not unheard of for an individual to be drafted into the major leagues. The country also plays softball on the woman’s side, although this doesn’t drub up as much interest as baseball. It is one of the few girls sports available on the country that does compete on an international level, outside of individual sports such as taekwondo. If you are looking for a team girls sport, softball is essentially the only option available.

]]> http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/09/the-sports-teams-in-the-country-of-aruba/feed/ 0 What is the Cost of Living in Aruban? http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/07/what-is-the-cost-of-living-in-aruban/ http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/07/what-is-the-cost-of-living-in-aruban/#comments Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thearuban.com/&p=8 Aruba is an island in the southern Caribbean Sea known for its sunny weather and gorgeous beaches. For many people, it seems like the ideal place to live. The cost of living in Aruba is important to take into consideration for anyone planning to move there. The average monthly rent for a one bedroom apartment in a prime location near the beaches, restaurants, and shops is approximately 800 per month. For families who prefer a larger living space, three bedroom apartments can be found for approximately 2,500 a month. Utilities such as electricity, water, and gas can be in the range of 345 to 625 depending on the size and location of the house or apartment. At this time, gasoline in Aruba costs 5.08 per gallon. This is higher than the cost of gas in other countries such as the United States, but the island is so small (69 square miles) that residents do not have to use much gas to get around. The cost of groceries can be surprising, as they cost about 30 more than they do in the U.S. In return for the slightly higher cost of groceries and utilities, people who live in Aruba get to enjoy warm weather year round and some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Aruba is wonderful island to move to permanently, retire, or buy a vacation home.

]]> http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/07/what-is-the-cost-of-living-in-aruban/feed/ 0 The Natalee Holloway Case in Aruba http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/06/the-natalee-holloway-case-in-aruba/ http://www.thearuban.com/2011/10/06/the-natalee-holloway-case-in-aruba/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thearuban.com/&p=7 Many high school students often go to other countries to celebrate their graduation. In the case of Natalee Holloway, she went to Aruba with her high school classmates to bid farewell to the four grueling years that they spent in high school and to have fun. Little did they know that it would be the last trip that Natalee Holloway would ever have to make.

On May 30, 2005, Natalee Holloway disappeared while in Aruba. It has been reported that Natalee was last seen with her classmates in Carlos’ and Charlie’s, a bar and grill located in Aruba.This/tag helps explain it more. It has also been reported by several witnesses that she was seen leaving the bar and grill with the company of Johan Van Der Sloot and two brothers, Satish and Deepak Kalpoe. After she was seen leaving with these men, she was never seen again. Her parents flew to Aruba as soon as they heard the news. There were various searches conducted in the island, but there were no clues that can lead to Natalee.

Up to this day, the case of Natalee Holloway is not yet closed. However, it has been revealed that there is a video of Johan Van Der Sloot confessing about his involvement to Natalee Holloway’s disappearance.

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