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Aruba
The Caribbean island of Aruba is to the north of coastal Guyana and Venezuela. Aruba is known as one of the comfortable ABC islands, with Bonaire and Curacao. Questions typically refer to the island's native Arawak and colonial Dutch heritages; cactus strewn landscape; safe location outside the hurricane belt; stable politics within the Kingdom of the Netherlands; and tourist attractions of predictably sunny warm weather and sheltered beaches.
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Aruba's coins are called cents. Aruba's currency is the florin [AWG]. The florin is divided into 100 cents. There are coins of 5, 10, 25, and 50 cents. There also are 1 florin [100 cents] and 5 florin [500 cents] coins.
Are Aruba Bonaire and Curaçao dependencies of the Netherlands?
Yes, the islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao are dependencies of the Netherlands.
Specifically, a dependency lacks complete political independence. Its ultimate authority is that of another government in another country. Such describes the status of all three of the above-mentioned islands in the Caribbean Sea.
What is the distance in miles from Colorado Springs Colorado to Aruba?
The distance from Colorado Springs, Colorado to Oranjestad, Aruba's capital, is 2,801
miles.
Specifically, that distance is equivalent to 4,507 kilometers. It is 2,433 nautical miles. The flight direction from Colorado Springs to Oranjestad is east-southeast.
What is the time difference from Nevada to Aruba?
Nevada is anywhere from 2 to 4 hours behind Aruba. West Wendover [near Utah] and Jackpot [near Idaho] are the only two towns in Nevada in the Mountain Time Zone. The rest of Nevada is in the Pacific Time Zone.
Aruba doesn't observe daylight saving time [DST] when clocks are set one hour ahead spring to fall. During DST, West Wendover and Jackpot are only 2 hours behind Aruba. The rest of the year these two towns are 3 hours behind Aruba.
During DST the rest of the Nevada is only 3 hours behind Aruba. The rest of the year most of Nevada is 4 hours behind Aruba.
What part of Venezuela is Aruba close to?
Aruba is situated 27 km or 16.78 miles north of the peninsula of Paraguaná, Venezuela.
What is the distance from Orlando Florida to Aruba?
Orlando, Florida is 1,324 miles [2,130 kilometers; 1,150 nautical miles] from Aruba. It takes about 2 hours 45 minutes to fly from Orlando to Aruba. Aruba is southeast of Orlando. They aren't in the same time zone. Orlando is one hour behind Aruba.
Aruba is unique due to its stunning blend of natural beauty, diverse culture, and vibrant tourism. Located in the Caribbean, it boasts pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a dry climate that attracts visitors year-round. The island's rich history is reflected in its multicultural heritage, influenced by indigenous, African, Dutch, and Latin American cultures. Additionally, Aruba's commitment to sustainability and conservation sets it apart as a destination that prioritizes the preservation of its environment.
What are the main fundamentals of Aruba's Constitution?
Aruba's Constitution emphasizes equality, no penalty without a law (nulla poena sine lege), presumed innocence, and no death penalty.
Specifically, Aruba approved its Constitution on August 9, 1985. The right to personal liberty and security as well as the right of freedom of movement within Aruba are guaranteed. The Constitution also guarantees the right to legal assistance and aid.
What is the current population of Aruba?
100,000
The last census for Aruba was taken in 2010. According to the last census taken in 2010, the population of Aruba is 101,484 people but the population has either decreased or increased between now and 2013.
What are Aruba's eight regions?
Aruba's eight regions are as follows:
1. Noord/Tanki Leendert;
2. Oranjestad West;
3. Oranjestad East; and
4. Paradera in the north;
5. Santa Cruz in central Aruba;
6. Savaneta, San Nicolas North, and San Nicolas South in the south.
These eight regions are the Geographical Address Classification [Geografische Adressen Classificatie] set up by the Central Bureau of Statistics [Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek].
What is the Papiamento 'Aliansa na bandera di Aruba' in English?
Alliance under the flag of Aruba is an English equivalent of the Papiamento phrase 'Aliansa na bandera di Aruba'.
What is the distance from Charlotte North Carolina to Oranjestad Aruba?
The distance from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Oranjestad, Aruba, is 1,697 air miles. That equals 2,731 kilometers or 1,475 nautical miles.
What will be Aruba's sunrise and sunset times on April 30th 2010?
The sun will rise at 6:20 a.m. on Aruba on April 30. That day is Queen's Day [Koninginnedag]. Sunset will be at 6:54 p.m. The length of that day will be 12 hours 34 minutes 01 second.
What time is it in Aruba when it is 9 a.m. in California?
It's 1:00 p.m. in Aruba when it's 9:00 a.m. in California except when the United States of America is on daylight savings time. Then it's noon in Aruba.
California is four hours behind Aruba. California is in the Pacific Standard Time [PST] Zone. Aruba is in the Atlantic Standard Time [AST] Zone. Aruba doesn't observe daylight saving time [DST] when the clock is set ahead one hour from spring to autumn in the United States. During daylight saving time, California therefore is three hours behind Aruba. So during daylight saving time, when it's 9:00 a.m. in California, it's noon in Aruba.
How many birds are indigenous to Aruba?
Two (2) bird species are indigenous to Aruba.
Specifically, Aruba offers countless opportunities for birdwatching because of the large numbers of birds attracted to the island's bird sanctuaries and nature preserve. The latter in fact is home to the island's two indigenous bird species. One native Aruban bird is the beloved Aruban burrowing owl (Athenecunicularia arubensis) that Arubans call shoco. The other is the beloved Aruban parakeet (Aratinga pertinax arubensis) that Arubans call prikichi.
What is the distance between Aruba and Virginia?
The total distance from Aruba to Virginia is 1,812 miles as the crow flies. This is equivalent to 2,917 kilometers or 1,575 nautical miles.
Doina Neagoy is the wife of Aruba's current prime minister, Michiel ['Mike'] Godfried Eman [b. September 1, 1961]. She's an American of Romanian desent. Her sister Monica is a highly respected mathematician, stage actress, and theater producer.
Why does it rain so much in Aruba?
Aruba does not receive a lot of rain because the happy island is outside of the hurricane belt and is cooled by the trade winds.
Specifically, according to Aruba Plaza's website, Aruba's annual rainfall averages less than 20 inches (50 centimeters). Aruba's actual rainy season is in November and December. The rainfall averages 4.6 inches (11.6 centimeters) in November and 4 inches (10 centimeters) in December.
What is the distance from Jamaica to Aruba?
A distance of 591 miles [951 kilometers; 513 nautical miles] separates Jamaica's capital city at Kingston from Aruba's capital city at Oranjestad. It takes under 1.5 hours to fly from Kingston to Oranjestad. They aren't in the same time zone. Kingston is one hour behind Oranjestad.
How does Aruba practice colonization?
Aruba was colonized by three different countries. The colonial countries were as follows:
1. Aruba was a Spanish colony from 1499 to 1636.
2. The Netherlands gained control of Aruba in 1636.
3. Control briefly passed to the British from 1799 to 1802 and again from 1805 to 1816.
The Netherlands regained control of the island in 1816. On January 1, 1986, Aruba became an autonomous state within the Kingdon of the Netherlands.
