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Sept 22nd in Aruba

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September 23rd 2019
Sunday was a full day, of course. After walking beach and going to church and finally getting online, we met Francis, her husband Nelson, and her friend Gerardo, at Mangel Halto. Gerardo was our nervous guide, worried that we wouldn't get down to the end before the sun set, but in fact it took only about 45 mins, even tho there was absolutely NO current, for the first time in our experience. It w ... 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