City: Aruba
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Aruba is the quintessential Caribbean island, all sun and sea and stretches of powdery white sand. Time will slow to a pleasant crawl as you linger over a tropical cocktail or flutter serenely underwater, where only the parrotfish are in a hurry. The pastel façades of Oranjestad landmarks and shops lend an inviting and playful vibe to the capital city. Enjoy the shade of an Eagle Beach divi tree while the crashing waves of turquoise water create a soothing soundtrack just for you.
Restaurants in Aruba
1. Aruba Glass Ceramics
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Visit our studio and see us work with glass and ceramics! You might have already seen our blue glass drops coming in at the airport. Take a workshop glass bead making at the torch and experience melting glass. or drop in for a studio visit! Monday 10am-1pm and Thursday 10am-1pm
Reviewed By docrxpert - Media, United States
My wife and I just returned from a bead making class with Marian. This is a very interesting 3hr hands on class on make glass beads using a torch. If you’re looking for something different to do you must try this class. It really looks easier than it is using glass rods to make round beads. Marian is an incredibly patient teacher and really makes this class fun. The beads cool down and you can make many items to take home with you. Give them an email and reserve your spot. Classes are Monday and Thursday from 10am-1pm.
2. Kay's Fine Jewelry
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5.0 based on 1,619 reviews
In 1989, the family began a journey that would take them from India to the Caribbean and into the hearts of many wonderful people. Kay’s Fine Jewelry was born as a family endeavor and, today, with locations throughout the 5 Caribbean islands, it remains a family owned and operated business with deep values in customer service and customer loyalty. Customers Are Extended Family: At Kay’s Fine, they adhere to the belief that truly meaningful customer service is as precious as any stone. They understand that people come to them seeking more than a piece of jewelry. They come to celebrate moments, commemorate milestones, remember loved ones, and build their own family legacies to pass down. In essence, they come to this family store looking to celebrate their own. Founder’s son Tesh Chugani expresses that “Each item purchased at KFJ, irrespective of dollar value, is celebrated and is a story. A Story about when, why, and who you were with”
Reviewed By 364joes
Many years ago before our first trip to Aruba, reading many Tripadvisor reviews of things to do and see, we happened upon reviews about Kay’s Fine Jewelry. Since our hotel for that week was very close to Kay’s we had plenty of time to drop in and browse their huge selection of beautiful jewelry. This was six trips ago and when we first met Max. The Kay’s Fine Jewelry experience back then and the way Max dealt with us was perfect. No pressure, very helpful, and always fun. We were even offered, champagne, a cold beer, soda, or water during our visit. Since that trip along with another five trips to Aruba, we have always stopped in to shop Kay’s. Max has been our ‘go to guy’ ever since and he is always ready to help. Our most recent trip, during the second week of January, Max had great suggestions for a blue and white diamond bracelet to match a blue diamond ring we bought during a different Aruba trip. He also takes in our previous purchases and has them cleaned and buffed so they are gleaming, and has them inspected to make sure that all of the diamonds are perfectly mounted and in top condition. One time we needed something resized and Max easily took care of that. Joe at Kay’s has also been another great help to us when Max is busy. Max and Joe have always given us terrific ‘family’ prices. Every item purchased from them came with appraisals that are well over the purchase price. An added bonus for return visitors like us, is Kay’s trade up policy. We were able to trade up to bigger and better diamonds where they take back your original item and simply applied the original purchase price toward the new piece. This is another great benefit to shopping Kay’s. We’re looking forward to our next trip to Aruba and another chance to visit Kay’s Fine Jewelry and again ‘go to the Max’!
3. Gemani Jewelers Aruba
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5.0 based on 997 reviews
Reviewed By rickengle_traveler - Washington DC, United States
I have been shopping with my wife at Gemani Jewelers for more than 15 years. We love the experience, the excellent service and the extra touch like offering a drink while we are shopping. Due to the sad state dealing with COVID-19, we have not been able to visit our beloved Aruba. Our anniversary was coming up and I had the idea to reach out to Gemani and see if I could do some remote shopping. I worked with the sales staff through email, shared my wife's tastes and past purchases at Gemani and the team sent me pictures of potential items. I settled on a beautify blue diamond necklace designed by Varsha. I bought it remotely, it was shipped to the US, all in time for a magical surprise for my wife. If you are ever in Oranjestad, and want to visit the best jewelry store, stop and by and enjoy the friendly staff and beautiful creations.
4. Clinical Massage Aruba & Spa
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5.0 based on 354 reviews
Clinical Massage Aruba & Spahas: A Clinic who involve different concepts of treatment for chronic and acute PAIN? Unique in Aruba, we are treating Back Pain, Neck Pain, muscle strain, shoulder condition...Sports massage, sports massage ... As a Spa we are excelling in Facial, Waxing, Manicure Pedicure and Hair with our Hair design Farah. My team has been well selectioned Best regards Florian
Reviewed By J2244PWrebeccas
My husband and I went to the location at Casa Del Mar and the lovely ladies that helped us there gave us such great massages, one of the best I’ve ever had in my life!!! Thank you, girls! I want to say one of their names was Jessica but I’m having a hard time remembering!
5. Etnia Nativa Aruba
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
Thematic discoveries. We offer visitor a warm and exclusive native welkom. Cultural history of an island destinations. Free up some stress in an unique native experience setting and home of the artist designer! Etnia Nativa houses a consulting department and a native Art Gallery, Museum. An interesting Gardens of succulent collection and tropical plants. Thematic lectures concerning Aruba beyond beaches and Casinos", interactive conferences giving insight and reasons to love and protect islands eco systems like our own. Creole palate: At sunset we created a native culinaire experience that will make your Aruba trip an unforgettable one. Outdoor Thematic experience on request, regarding the scientific and cultural essence of the island and our native inspiration. Contacts us today and make do something difference this time on your trip!
6. Jane Sea
7. National Archaeological Museum Aruba
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4.5 based on 205 reviews
Small museum traces the history and development of the island of Aruba through a collection of interesting artifacts featuring a skeleton thousands of years old.
Reviewed By JFMARTIN1 - Utah, United States
Mrs H and I spend about an hour here (it’s free) and I must say that it was a great hour spent. No political correctness, no victims decried about. Just matter of fact information about the different eras of Aruba’s history. Artifacts abounded everywhere, which is what a museum should be all about. Well worth it if you want an adult version of the local history.
8. Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store
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4.5 based on 1,366 reviews
Aruba Aloe, founded in 1890, is one of the few Aloe companies in the world that grows, harvests, and processes its own Aloe on site. This Aloe, considered to be the finest Aloe in the world, is the base of an ever growing collection of premium skin, hair, and sun care products. Pay a visit to the Aruba Aloe Museum, Factory, and Store in Hato for your own free tour, which highlights the history of Aloe cultivation on Aruba and unveils the entire manufacturing process, from the hand cutting of the aloe leaves to the packaging of the final products.
Reviewed By PartyTheNightAway - New Jersey, United States
Great trip! We arrived at approximately 10 am and made our way inside of the museum. We were warmly greeted at the front desk, and were surprised to find out that there was no entry fee to access the museum. The Aloe museum provides a free tour, and the tour guide took us to a small room inside of the museum to watch a brief educational video about the history of Aloe on the island of Aruba. There were also several plaques in the same room that contained information about Aloe and the significance it had on the island. The tour guide then took us to an area outside of the museum, where he showed us how the Aloe products were made in the factory, along with their various uses. Outside of the museum were several acres of Aloe, and I was surprised to find out that every time an Aloe leaf is cut off of a plant, the plant has the ability to regenerate itself, and grows back its leaves in a span of about 10 months. The tour guide then took us upstairs, where we got a glimpse of the factory, and saw how the various Aloe products were made. At the conclusion of the tour, there was a gift shop where various Aloe products were available for purchase. Tip: I recommend spending an hour here if you truly want to see everything.
9. Palmera Rum Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By 160michelep - Springfield, United States
This is the most incredible place. First place that I go when I get to Aruba and back again another night or two for tasting. Marsha and her husband are amazingly kind and have so much knowledge. They will let you taste the best rum on the island which has every flavor under the sun. They will package your product and have it ready for you.
10. Cosecha
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
Cosecha is a store created with the purpose of giving local artists & artisans a place to display and sell their products. Cosecha, translated into the word “harvesting”, reflects the diversification of the Aruban craft heritage and the artistic supply of artisans, with personal inspirations and craftsmanship exposed in their products. All of the artists & artisans have a SEYO (a Seal of Authentication), this is a proof that the pieces in Cosecha are guaranteed to have been made on our island Aruba. A commission of experts’ awards the certification based on UNESCO criteria. The Cosecha’s stores has been recognized by the Aruba Quality Seal program developed by the Aruba Tourism Authority and also the Health and Hapiness code. We took all the necessary precautions to make your future visit a safe one. Stay pending for our webshop...We will be shipping Internationally very soon!
Reviewed By Lola33023302 - Houston, United States
Great store to find Aruba articles and souvenirs created by local artist. Both store locations (downtown Oranjestad and Sain Nicolas) carries a great variety of art creations: earrings, magnets, paintings, sculptures, jewelry, etc.
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