Jason’s guidebook for Bon Bini Getaway Apartments
Laundry
Ponton Laundry
Caya Ernesto PetroniaLaundry close to your apartment.
City/town information
Oranjestad is the capital of Aruba. Near the marina, the 18th-century Fort Zoutman and the Willem III Tower, formerly a lighthouse, house the Historical Museum, which chronicles the island’s past. The Archaeological Museum displays indigenous artifacts dating back as far as 2500 B.C. Along the waterfront, L.G. Smith Boulevard is dotted with boutiques and shopping malls.
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Oranjestad
Oranjestad is the capital of Aruba. Near the marina, the 18th-century Fort Zoutman and the Willem III Tower, formerly a lighthouse, house the Historical Museum, which chronicles the island’s past. The Archaeological Museum displays indigenous artifacts dating back as far as 2500 B.C. Along the waterfront, L.G. Smith Boulevard is dotted with boutiques and shopping malls.
Snorkeling
Tres Trapi (meaning “three steps”) is a tiny sandy cove nestled in the rocky northwestern shore of Aruba. The 10-meters long beach is accessible by three rustic steps carved into the rock, after which the site have been named. Tres Trapi has white sand, grey cliff and pristine placid waters, making it one of the favorite and most photogenic snorkeling spots of the island.
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Tres Trapi
105 L. G. Smith BoulevardTres Trapi (meaning “three steps”) is a tiny sandy cove nestled in the rocky northwestern shore of Aruba. The 10-meters long beach is accessible by three rustic steps carved into the rock, after which the site have been named. Tres Trapi has white sand, grey cliff and pristine placid waters, making it one of the favorite and most photogenic snorkeling spots of the island.
De Palm Island is just off the coast of Aruba, it has loads of activities on offer, from banana boat rides, zip lining, swimming sea trek, private beach cabanas. Also great for snorkeling.
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Palm Island
De Palm Island is just off the coast of Aruba, it has loads of activities on offer, from banana boat rides, zip lining, swimming sea trek, private beach cabanas. Also great for snorkeling.
Boca Catalina in Aruba is a small, secluded bay in the Malmok Beach area. The white sandy beach is accessible by steps from a spacious parking area . Boca Catalina is popular with snorkelers and those who are looking for a more private and calm beach experience.
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Boca Catalina Beach
Boca Catalina in Aruba is a small, secluded bay in the Malmok Beach area. The white sandy beach is accessible by steps from a spacious parking area . Boca Catalina is popular with snorkelers and those who are looking for a more private and calm beach experience.
Mangel Halto, with its healthy coral reef and its unrivaled underwater visibility, is widely considered to be the best snorkeling spot in Aruba.
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Mangel Halto
Mangel Halto, with its healthy coral reef and its unrivaled underwater visibility, is widely considered to be the best snorkeling spot in Aruba.
Beaches
One of the most famous stretches of sands on the island, Eagle Beach has everything you could want from a beach: typical Caribbean good looks, plenty of shaded areas, lots of practical amenities and several enticing beach bars.
Eagle Beach is also home to two of the most photographed and renowned fofoti trees in Aruba, with its trademark silhouette pointing in the direction of the Caribbean.
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Eagle Beach
One of the most famous stretches of sands on the island, Eagle Beach has everything you could want from a beach: typical Caribbean good looks, plenty of shaded areas, lots of practical amenities and several enticing beach bars.
Eagle Beach is also home to two of the most photographed and renowned fofoti trees in Aruba, with its trademark silhouette pointing in the direction of the Caribbean.
Baby Beach, officially known as Klein Lagoen, is a shallow, sheltered man-altered lagoon located near Mangle Cora in Seroe Colorado, on the south-east end of the island of Aruba. It is frequented by locals and tourists. It is named Baby Beach as the water is so calm it is safe for very small children
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Baby Beach
Baby Beach, officially known as Klein Lagoen, is a shallow, sheltered man-altered lagoon located near Mangle Cora in Seroe Colorado, on the south-east end of the island of Aruba. It is frequented by locals and tourists. It is named Baby Beach as the water is so calm it is safe for very small children
Palm Beach is known for its calm waters and long sandy strip lined with bars and restaurants.
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Palm Beach
Palm BeachPalm Beach is known for its calm waters and long sandy strip lined with bars and restaurants.
Arashi is a settlement and beach on the northwestern tip of Aruba, in Noord district. It is close to Malmok, Kudarebe and the California Lighthouse. The beach is popular for swimming and snorkeling.
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Arashi Beach
Arashi is a settlement and beach on the northwestern tip of Aruba, in Noord district. It is close to Malmok, Kudarebe and the California Lighthouse. The beach is popular for swimming and snorkeling.
Sightseeing
The Natural Pool, also known as "conchi" or "Cura di Tortuga", is a natural pool of water located in a very remote area in east Aruba. It is formed by rock and volcanic stone circles. The rugged terrain surrounding the pool makes it accessible only by four-wheel drive, all-terrain vehicles, horseback, or on foot.
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Conchi
Natural PoolThe Natural Pool, also known as "conchi" or "Cura di Tortuga", is a natural pool of water located in a very remote area in east Aruba. It is formed by rock and volcanic stone circles. The rugged terrain surrounding the pool makes it accessible only by four-wheel drive, all-terrain vehicles, horseback, or on foot.
The California Lighthouse is a lighthouse located at Hudishibana near Arashi Beach on the northwest tip of Aruba. This lighthouse was named for the steamship California, which was wrecked nearby on September 23, 1891.
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California Lighthouse
2 HudishibanaThe California Lighthouse is a lighthouse located at Hudishibana near Arashi Beach on the northwest tip of Aruba. This lighthouse was named for the steamship California, which was wrecked nearby on September 23, 1891.
The California Lighthouse is a lighthouse located at Hudishibana near Arashi Beach on the northwest tip of Aruba. This lighthouse was named for the steamship California, which was wrecked nearby on September 23, 1891.
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Natural Bridge - Rock Garden
The California Lighthouse is a lighthouse located at Hudishibana near Arashi Beach on the northwest tip of Aruba. This lighthouse was named for the steamship California, which was wrecked nearby on September 23, 1891.
Alto Vista Chapel is a small Catholic chapel also known as "Pilgrims Church" that stands on the hills above the north shore of the sea and to the northeast of the town of Noord, on the island of Aruba, 27 km north of the coast of Venezuela.
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Alto Vista Chapel
Alto Vista Chapel is a small Catholic chapel also known as "Pilgrims Church" that stands on the hills above the north shore of the sea and to the northeast of the town of Noord, on the island of Aruba, 27 km north of the coast of Venezuela.
The Casibari Rock Formation is located on the island of Aruba, towards the center of the island north of the Hooiberg. The formation is a tourist attraction, similar to the Ayo Rock Formations. The rocks in the formation are composed of quartz diorite.
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Casibari Rock Formations
The Casibari Rock Formation is located on the island of Aruba, towards the center of the island north of the Hooiberg. The formation is a tourist attraction, similar to the Ayo Rock Formations. The rocks in the formation are composed of quartz diorite.
Hooiberg is a 165 m high volcanic formation on the island of Aruba. It is located almost in the center of the island and can be seen from virtually anywhere on the island. The Dutch word hooiberg, literally translates into haystack in English, as the landform is said to resemble a stack of hay.
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Hooiberg
Hooiberg is a 165 m high volcanic formation on the island of Aruba. It is located almost in the center of the island and can be seen from virtually anywhere on the island. The Dutch word hooiberg, literally translates into haystack in English, as the landform is said to resemble a stack of hay.
Remnants of a once-thriving 19th-century gold mill, accessible by foot with expansive sea views.
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Bushiribana Ruins
Remnants of a once-thriving 19th-century gold mill, accessible by foot with expansive sea views.
With a day-pas you can sail off to the private Renaissance Island by boat. The boat leaves from the lobby of the hotel every 15 minutes. Pamper yourself at Spa Cove, watch wild flamingos roam, play a game of beach tennis, or simply bask in the warm Aruban sun.
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Renaissance Island
With a day-pas you can sail off to the private Renaissance Island by boat. The boat leaves from the lobby of the hotel every 15 minutes. Pamper yourself at Spa Cove, watch wild flamingos roam, play a game of beach tennis, or simply bask in the warm Aruban sun.
Food scene
Subway Ponton
74 Caya Ernesto PetroniaSubway location close to your apartment.
Nikkei Sushi Restaurant & Bar Tanki Flip
55 Tanki FlipLocal favorite for sushi.
Close to your apartment.
Selling local snakes such as pastechi, johnny cake, empanadas and more.
Mi Boca Dushi Snacks
Close to your apartment.
Selling local snakes such as pastechi, johnny cake, empanadas and more.
Coffee spot. Close to your apartment (walking distance).
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Tradewinds Coffee Spot Ponton
3 KatunastraatCoffee spot. Close to your apartment (walking distance).
Snack
Tanki LeendertSmall Food Court with multiple popular Food Trucks close to your apartment.
Pizza Italia
67B Caya Ernesto PetroniaAmazing Pizza. Ideal for take away. Close to your apartment (walking distance).
Candela Food Trailer
Local Favorite.
The Village Mall Aruba is where you can experience food, drinks, shopping, and nightlife all in one place.
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The Village
348 A J.E. Irausquin BlvdThe Village Mall Aruba is where you can experience food, drinks, shopping, and nightlife all in one place.
Zeerovers
270 SavanetaLocal favorite for seafood
Beauty
Mossa Aruba
11 Santa HelenastraatGreat place to get a pedicure, manicure, facial and more.