Overlooking Lloyd G. Smith Boulevard

Aruba

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September 12th 2012
November 2009 We arrived in the capital city of Aruba, Oranjestad for the second time via cruise ship. On this trip it was the first stop on our Panama Canal cruise aboard the Island Princess, one of many Princess Cruise ships. Like our last visit to Aruba we did not venture away from Lloyd G. Smith Boulevard, an easy walk from the cruise ship. We were only in port until 2:30 so just visiti ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Aruba » Oranjestad

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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