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Aruba May 2019

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May 30th 2019
Last night we went to Zee Rover's for fresh Red Snapper, plaintains, french fries, and Balashi. Megan, the super snorkeler, does NOT like red snapper!!! We had a chance to catch up with Michel and Linda, who retired in December from working there. Unfortunately she says the fishing industry is hurting, and many of the men have had to stop fishing - too much competition with Venezuela. And ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Aruba

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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