Blogging to Aruba

For Aruba Do Not Forget To Pack A Hat

A hat for protection from the sun. Nothing worse than sunburned tops of ears.

Upcoming Aruba Marathons

Sporting events feature running races for the fit and active lifestyle

"Looking for a perfect beach escape that offers more than just the sun, sea and beach? Trying to stay healthy and fit while on vacation? Then Aruba is the answer. With a wide array of outdoor and adventure activities, from thrilling extreme sports to water sports and running competitions, Aruba is an island that offers it all.

Before marathons became popular worldwide, Aruba had been a leader in hosting running competitions. Year after year, Aruba invites locals and visitors to participate in a variety of running competitions that not only bring the best out of the contestants, but also encourage them to stay healthy and participate in island-wide events which offer a special connection with the friendly Aruba locals.

Foreign Travel with A Minor Child Not Your Own

Link: Traveling with a minor who is not our child

Pink Glove Dance Saves Lives

Flying to Aruba With Christmas Presents

After dh's and my recent discussion, I thought it a good time to rewrite this post from the end of 2007 when our family spent it's first Christmas in Aruba. Each year when we travel, we pack our gifts, along with wrapping paper, scissors, gift tags and the much need scotch tape in order to wrap our gifts upon arrival at our destination. It is a pain in the neck, but the United States government in the form of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) likes it that way. It is a small price to pay to get our presents to Aruba. Just remember to pack the scissors in the suitcase and not the carry on.

Traveling By Air At Christmas

Flying to New Jersey to visit family over Thanksgiving we were once again reminded of the strict TSA rules regarding what you can and cannot carry aboard a flight. Dd had received a beautiful Waterford snowglobe from her grandparents as an early gift.

Packing the night before coming home, dh and I looked at one another and said, "there is no way that would survive in checked luggage." So naturally it was placed in a paper shopping bag along with, I might add, some very nice Italian cookies. Who was thinking a snow globe is a liquid?

How To Fly With a Toddler

Link: How To Fly With a Toddler

Oasis of the Seas Arrives in Fort Lauderdale

For those who know me, for the past 26 years cruising has also been one of my passions. I prefer the smaller more intimate ships 40,000 to 65,000 GT. This video of the world's largest cruise ship you can see the excitement is just contagious.

Our Day on Tranquilo in Aruba

Tranquilo Famous South Side Lunch Cruise 
This ranks among our top four things to do. Last year we had an enjoyable time on Jolly Pirates and this year it was time to show the kids in our group what “real” sailing was like and some different snorkeling that Aruba had to offer. We had sailed with Captain Anthony in 2006 and hoped that our friends and their children would enjoy it as much as us. At the end I asked for a show of hands from our group of seven and indeed everyone loved it!

Our day started when we greeted Captain Anthony and his mate Gregory on the beach next to the De Palm Pier. Here is where he takes care of the paperwork and then we are off in his dingy to the awaiting sailboat. Once aboard the Captain gives some instructions and Gregory reviews what beverages he has available to serve from the bar. The day we sailed, it seemed the rum punch and Balashi’s were the most popular adult beverages.

Looking Forward to Another Arrival in Aruba

I truly feel blessed to be able to experience another Christmas in Aruba. Link: Arrival in Aruba