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A divi-divi tree taken root in the coral off Aruba  
   

A divi-divi tree taken root in the coral off Aruba

Aloe Aruba!!

October 10th 2012
I recently heard a saying: 'Every day on board is like a new adventure wrapped up in a dream.' I told a Canadian passenger as we both watched the coast of the tiny island of Aruba near. 'That is so true', he said. 'Is that Mark Twain or perhaps Huxley? ' 'No', I replied. ‘It is by that well known British philosopher, Dennis T ... read more
Central America Caribbean » Aruba » Oranjestad

Aruban; Dutch Flag 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
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