Vacation Homes in Aruba Archives

July 18, 2023July 18, 2023

Plan an Aruba Golf Getaway

Are you looking for a bucket list golf getaway that offers the perfect blend of scenic beauty and challenging courses? Then look no further than the Caribbean Island of Aruba, offering two incredible golf courses for beginner and avid golfers alike! Immerse yourself in Aruba’s golf courses, where the captivating natural environment sets the stage for your game, surrounded by stunning ocean views, verdant fairways, and native wildlife. Choose Blue Aruba Rentals to host your getaway and stay in our luxury vacation rentals near the beach!

Tierra del Sol Resort & Golf

Tierra del Sol Resort & Golf offers an 18-hole course designed by famous golf architect Robert Trent Jones. The course is located on the Northwest point of the island overlooking the Caribbean Sea, capturing the elements of wind, sea, and earth. Each hole perfectly harmonizes with the surrounding environment, enhancing your sense of place with every swing. Get around the course with ease, with the GPS golf carts offering a virtual view of the field.

Sharpen your golf skills on the practice range, or sign up for golf instr uction with a local expert. There is also a fully-equipped golf shop, beverage cart service, and restaurant on-site. Book your tee time at Tierra del Sol!

Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort

The Links at Divi Aruba is a nine-hole golf course designed by Litten and Viola. Play amongst landscaped lagoons, stunning ocean views, and local wildlife at this Aruba golf course! Choose to play nine or eighteen holes, including six holes over water. In addition to the course, you can expect amenities like a pro shop, bunker practice area, driving range, chipping area, and a clubhouse. Or sign up for golf lessons and elevate your golf game at The Links!

Join one of their weekly tournaments and enjoy some competitive fun during your golf getaway. Book your tee time at The Links at Divi Aruba!

Aruba Vacation Rentals for Your Golf Getaway

After playing a round on our beautiful Aruba golf courses, return to your property with Blue Aruba Rentals. Continue being active on vacation with amenities at Blue, Azure Beach, and Oceania Residences. Work up a sweat at our fitness center or challenge one another to a game on our tennis, racquet, and beach tennis courts. We also offer Harbour House Properties downtown for visitors who want to be close to restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Book your golf getaway in Aruba today!

June 6, 2023June 6, 2023

Downtown Aruba: Dining, Shopping, & Nightlife

Photo of four people enjoying drinks in downtown Aruba

Summer is in full swing, and if you are looking for a destination full of beach days, exceptional dining, and exciting nightlife, look no further than Aruba! With its vibrant atmosphere and dynamic offerings, downtown Aruba is the perfect place to host your travels. Stay close to the action with Blue Aruba Rentals in our Harbour House properties overlooking the Oranjestad Marina downtown.

Whether you want to indulge in our diverse culinary scene or dance the night away at a nightclub, downtown Aruba is an ideal destination for young and adventurous travelers!

Things to Do in Downtown Aruba for Young Travelers

Downtown Aruba, also known as Oranjestad, is a lively place to enjoy shopping, dining, and nightlife. Find the best Harbour House property for your group and access downtown attractions steps from your Aruba vacation rental!

Stop at Lunch Restaurants in Downtown Aruba

Start your afternoon with a delicious lunch! Aruban cuisine showcases a fusion of Caribbean, Dutch, Latin America, and international flavors, resulting in a unique gastronomic experience. Here are a few of our favorite lunch eateries:

Indulge in Delectable Dinners Downtown

Enjoy dinner from the convenience of Harbour House at the on-site restaurant’s Lima Bistro or Evers Restaurant! Head downtown to find even more exceptional dinner restaurants, such as:

Shopping Experiences in Aruba

Aruba is the shopping hub of the Caribbean, offering an impressive selection of international brand-name products at a fraction of the price! Start your shopping spree at Renaissance Mall, a renowned luxury shopping destination with designer stores like Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Gucci.

If you want to support locally-owned businesses during your getaway, we recommend shopping at Aruba Made. This new shopping destination offers a blend of food halls, art, and local elements. This is the perfect destination to find a unique souvenir while enjoying local food and drinks!

Party After Sunset with Aruba Nightlife

The fun continues in Aruba well after the sun sets, offering an abundance of bars, nightclubs, and casinos downtown. Whether you want to sip on martinis in a luxury lounge or try your luck at the casino, there is something for everyone!

Stay at Our Downtown Aruba Vacation Rentals

Young travelers will love everything downtown Aruba offers, from exceptional dining to fun nightlife activities. Blue Aruba Rentals Harbour House is the ideal place to host your getaway and elevate your downtown experience. We offer over 50 condos within Harbour House, ranging from studio to four-bedroom rentals.

Take advantage of amenities like the fitness center, concierge services, infinity pool overlooking Oranjestad Marina, oceanfront hot tub, 24-hour security, and high-speed internet. Start planning your Aruba getaway today, and please reach out to us at info@bluearuba.com for more information!

March 15, 2023March 29, 2023

Looking Beneath the Ripples: Aruba Snorkeling Guide

View of a person enjoying Aruba snorkeling with a sea turtle

With crystal-clear water and abundant sea life, Aruba snorkeling is sure to be one of your favorite excursions during your time on the island. Bring your snorkeling gear and discover our underwater world on your own time or sign up for a guided tour and let local experts take you to the best snorkeling spots. From shipwrecks to tropical fish and coral reefs, there is no limit to what you can see in our underwater paradise.

Choose Blue Aruba Rentals to host your Caribbean getaway and access the island’s most beautiful beaches near your rental property!

Where to Go Snorkeling On Your Own in Aruba

Grab your snorkeling gear and visit our Aruba beaches to discover an underwater world of reefs, wrecks, and tropical fish.

Malmok Beach: The shallow and clear waters here are the perfect places to begin your snorkeling adventure. Common fish found here include sergeant majors and butterfly fish!
Boca Catalina: Although most popularly accessed by boat tours, you can also snorkel here on your own. Catalina Cove is located nearby and is one of the best spots to witness sea turtles while snorkeling.
Mangel Halto: This snorkeling beach is recommended for snorkelers with experience since the water can get a bit rough here. Snorkel in the reef to see octopi, morays, stingrays, yellowtail snappers, and barracuda.
Arashi Beach: This beach is ideal for beginners due to its shallow water and sandy bottoms. Here you will find a reef abundant with coral and tropical fish.
Tres Trapi: Known as one of the most unique snorkeling spots in the Caribbean, Tres Trapi is an excellent spot to witness sea stars!

Aruba Snorkeling Tours

Some of the best snorkeling spots in Aruba, like the Antilla Shipwreck, are best accessed by a local tour guide. Sign up for an Aruba snorkeling tour with one of these outfitters:

De Palm Tours

De Palm Tours has been providing exceptional snorkeling tours for over 60 years! Access three snorkel spots on a spacious catamaran, including Antilla Shipwreck, Boca Catalina, and Arashi Reef. The Antilla is the largest shipwreck dive in the Caribbean and is home to abundant coral, tropical fish, tube sponges, and anemones.

Jolly Pirates

If you want a family-friendly adventure, join the Afternoon Snorkeling Tour with Jolly Pirates. Step aboard the pirate schooner and let the crew take you to Catalina Bay and Antilla Shipwreck. Look for reef formations, starfish, sea turtles, tropical fish, coral, and sponges.

Octopus Aruba

Octopus Aruba takes small groups to the best snorkeling on the island with the Catamaran Afternoon Lunch & Snorkeling experience. They also offer power snorkeling using underwater scooters, which allow you to experience the thrill of diving with the simplicity of snorkeling. All you have to do is push the button of your battery-operated scooter and let it propel you through the reef.

Aruba Vacation Rentals on Eagle Beach

After discovering the magic of Aruba snorkeling, return to your property with Blue Aruba Rentals. Enjoy all of our amenities, like beaches, pools, spas, restaurants, and fitness rooms. Discover the properties in our oceanfront condos: Harbour House, Oceania, Blue, and Azure Beach Residences. Book your getaway to our Caribbean paradise today!

February 15, 2023March 10, 2023

Explore the Island: Aruba Horseback Riding Tours

Photo of people horseback riding in Aruba at the beach

There are many ways to explore the magic of Aruba, from fast-pasted ATV adventures to relaxing horseback riding excursions. Horseback riding in Aruba is one of our favorite ways to explore the island. Several ranches offer trips to natural wonders like National Park Arikok, Sand Dunes, and Natural Pools. And the best part? You don’t need any prior experience; our horses are well-trained for beginners who want to see the island from a new perspective.

Blue Aruba Rentals offers the ideal base camp for your travels, with our condos located near beautiful Eagle Beach. Read on to learn more about horseback riding options on the island and embark on an adventure of a lifetime!

The Gold Mine Ranch Aruba

The Gold Mine Ranch offers regular and private rides for all ages and experience levels.

Regular Morning Ride: This is a 1.5-hour ride that will take you to beautiful Budui Beach and Gold Mill Ruins, where your expert guide will share knowledge about local history.
Cool Paradise Tour: Witness a combination of man-made and natural wonders like Shark Bay, Baby Natural Bridge, and Gold Mill Ruins. Also available as a private tour.
Wairururi Beach and Natural Pool Adventure: Explore Arikok National Park on horseback through the desert and continue the day on a Jeep to a natural pool and caves.

Rancho La Ponderosa

Discover Wariruri Beach with a smaller group with additional instruction for riders. Explore the unspoiled beauty of the North Coast with a two-hour morning or afternoon excursion. Or sign up for one of their private tours for an exclusive experience.

Rancho Loco

Experience horseback riding in Aruba at Rancho Loco in Santa Cruz. They offer public and private Natural Pool Tours that take you to Moro Beach and the Natural Pool. Once you reach the pool, you will stop to enjoy a refreshing swim. They also offer a sunset tour to Arikok Park, where you can witness a picturesque panoramic sunset from the hilltop.

Rancho Notorious

Rancho Notorious offers several tour options designed for small groups that take you places other tour operators do not provide. Their countryside tour is excellent for kids, with exciting animal sightings like donkeys and parakeets. They also offer trips where you can visit the famous Alto Vista Chapel, Urirama Cove, and the California Lighthouse.

Aruba Vacation Rentals near Eagle Beach

After horseback riding in Aruba, return to your luxury vacation condo with Blue Aruba Rentals. We offer three condo complexes, including Blue Residences, Azure Beach Residences, and Oceania Residences, in addition to Harbour House. Take advantage of amenities like pools, fitness rooms, spas, beach tennis, and award-winning restaurants. Plan your vacation to our beautiful Caribbean island today!