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In Aruba and finally on line

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September 22nd 2019
Hi there, friends and family, We had an uneventful drive to the airport in Pgh, arriving at the parking lot before the 4 am shuttle. Uneventrul going, but upon unpacking the car, Jean asked "where's my 31 bag I always carry on the plane?" It's no doubt just inside the family room/garage door. Panic as we tried to remember all that was in there, and did ... 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