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Aruba...

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October 7th 2008
“Aruba, Jamaica, ooh I wanna take her to Bermuda, Bahamas, come on pretty mama…” We decided to get off the ship in a group today; Crystal, Gemma, Lisa, Fabrice, Jennie, Fernanda and myself. After some haggling we got on a mini bus which was going to take us around the island and show us some sights. I took some photos as we drove through the town, and we headed to the rock formation which ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Aruba » Santa Cruz

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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