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Saturday in delightful Aruba

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October 7th 2017
Yesterday we experienced torrential rains and lightening, from about 5:30 am. After it quieted down, we went to the bird sanctuary and saw yellow warblers - wonder if they are the same ones we see in Cleveland in May? And coots and moorhens and a sea eagle and other wading birds we can't remember their names. Then joined the butterfly place for tour - always fun, and always informative as I can't ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Aruba » Noord

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Discovered and claimed for Spain in 1499, Aruba was acquired by the Dutch in 1636. The island's economy has been dominated by three main industries. A 19th century gold rush was followed by prosperity brought on by the opening in 1924 of an oil refin... ... read more