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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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Hooibergite is a distinctive variety of quartz dioritethat's found on Aruba. It's named for Hooiberg ['Haystack'], a volcanic formation almost in the center of Aruba. Hooiberg is made up of this distinctive rock.
No, Aruba is not bigger than the United States of America.
Specifically, Aruba is a small desert island in the south Caribbean Sea. The United States is one of the three largest countries of the Americas. In fact, Aruba is about one-fiftieth (1/50) the size of Rhode Island, the smallest U.S. state.
How many miles of railroads does Aruba have?
Aruba doesn't have railroads for public use. There never was a major railroad system on Aruba. Tracks were laid privately for gold mining, oil refining and storage, and phosphate mining.
Is Aruba a real tropical island?
Yes, it is. Aruba is located between the tropic of cancer and the tropic of capricornio.
Where does Aruba get their drinking water?
Feel free to drink the water in Aruba. No need for bottled water on this Caribbean island. Aruba's tap water is pure and fresh. It is distilled on the island in the world's third largest salt water desalination plant. Please take the time to learn more about the beautiful island of Aruba.
Which European nation owns Aruba?
The Netherlands is Aruba's mother country.
Specifically, Aruba is an autonomous but constituent country within the European Kingdom of the Netherlands. The island's leaders include a governor appointed by the Dutch queen and an elected prime minister. They have control over governmental matters, except for such sensitive areas as defense and foreign affairs.
Where do you buy Aruba's locally caught fish?
You can buy fresh local fish everyday by the pier near renaissance market place, in the capital of Aruba (Oranjestad). You have there lots of fisherman that goes fishing everyday !!
What oil company was the first owner of the Aruba Refinery?
Lago Oil and Transport Company was the first oil refinery and storage facility on Aruba. Owned by Exxon, Lago opened in 1929. At the time, the Lago facility was the largest in the world. Exxon closed Lago in 1985.
How many athletes are from Aruba?
Sidney Ponson, Calvin Maduro, Eugene Kingsale, and Radhames Dykhoff are four former Major League Baseball players from Aruba.
On September 3, 1996, Eugene Kingsale [b. August 20, 1976] became the first ballpayer born in Aruba to play in a major league game. He debuted with the Baltimore Orioles on that day.
Calvin Maduro [b. September 5, 1974] debuted five days later on September 8, 1996. His first game was as a player with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Sidney Ponson [b. November 2, 1976] debuted on April 19, 1998. He played his first game with the Baltimore Orioles.
Ponson's cousin Radhames Dykhoff [b. September 27, 1974] debuted on June 7, 1998. His first game was as a player with the Baltimore Orioles.
Kingsale, Maduro, and Ponson were knighted in the Netherlands' Order of Orange-Nassa in 2004.
Does United Parcel Service ship from the mainland to Aruba?
Yes, United Parcel Service (UPS) ships to Aruba.
Specifically, UPS operates at Fast Delivery Services NV in Oranjestad, Aruba's
capital. Delivery is only until noon on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Saturday and Sunday are considered days of rest.
What products does Frasa offer on Aruba?
Food products is what Frasa International Trading distributes to clients on Aruba. The company was founded on December 5, 1980. Frasa's products include deli and bakery, domestic and international produce, and paper supplies [plastic cutlery, foam cups, etc.].
Their clients include hotels/resorts [Hyatt Regency Aruba Hotel & Casino, Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort], restaurants [Aqua Grill, Amazonia Churrascaria], and stores [Certified Supermarket, Ling & Sons Supermarket]. Their address is as follows:
Schotlandstraat 39
Oranjestad, Aruba.
Their phone number is [297] 582-2704. Their email address is sales@frasa.com. For more information, go to their website at http://www.frasa.com.
What is the name of the song with the lyrics 'Aruba Jamaica Oh I want to take ya'?
Kokomo by The Beach Boys.
What do you need to travel to Aruba?
To travel to Aruba, a valid passport and valid return ticket are required. Also a valid visa sticker is required for tourists from certain countries. If the tourist is arriving in Aruba from a designated yellow fever country, then a valid vaccination certificate is required. Sometimes proof of valid reservations at tourist accommodations and proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of the stay are required.
A tree or large shrub is what the divi divi [Caesalpinia coriaria] is on Aruba. It's native to the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, and northern South America. It can grow to a height of 30 feet [9 meters]. But it's usually much shorter. It's a natural compass on Aruba and Curacao, because it's bent at a 90 degree angle that points southwest. Another one of its common names, on Aruba, is 'watapana'.
No there isn't, the most similar store would be PriceSmart.
Which companies offer educational activities on Aruba?
Fundacion Autismo Aruba [Aruba Autism Foundation] is one of the many organizations that's offering educational activities on Aruba. The first International Autism Symposium in Aruba is scheduled for April 16 to 18, 2010 at the Westin Resort. Parents, interested persons, plus medical/education/behavioral specialists from around the world are all welcome to participate in the symposium.
The address for Fundacion Autismo Aruba is the following:
Irenestraat #21
Oranjestad, Aruba.
Their phone number is [297] 588-1179. Their email address is fundacion_autismoaruba@yahoo.com.
For more information, please visit the link provided below.
What is the abbreviation for Chamber of Commerce?
C. of C.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
What is the flight time from Iraq to Aruba?
There are no direct flights from Iraq to Aruba.
Beginning in April 2010 Iraqi Airways announced that flights to London, England would resume after a 20-year hiatus. The flight just from London to Aruba's capital at Oranjestad takes 12 to 17 hours. The range depends upon whether there are one or two stops.
What is the best golf course in Aruba?
Although Tierra Del Sol is one of the favorites, Most people are big fans of the brand new Golf resort: Divi Links Golf Resort, the view is incredible and not to mention the accomodations, but then again every one has their opinion: compare for yourself: http://www.tierradelsol.com/ http://www.divigolf.com/
Where is Baby Beach located in Aruba?
Baby Beach is in Seroe Colorado. That's the southeastern tip of Aruba. It was developed in the 1930s for employees of the nearby Lago Oil Refinery.
What is the cost of tickets from Atlanta Georgia to Aruba?
According to Plan a Trip on Delta Airlines' website, the cost of a one-way ticket with flexible dates from Atlanta, Georgia to Aruba in early August 2011 is $833.
Specifically, according to Aruba Tourism Authority's website, Delta Airlines flies directly to Aruba every day. Prices vary throughout the year because of special offers and lowered prices during peak season as well as low season. Peak season in Aruba is in January, February, and March.
How much is a US 1863 15 cent dollar worth?
More information is needed. A dollar is a dollar, 15 cents is 15 cents and they aren't the same. Are you referring to a piece of what is called fractional currency? If so, could you provide a more complete description? It has COLUMBIA on it and it is a fractional currency NOTE.
Water and outdoor sports on land are what people play on Aruba. The island's year round pleasant climate encourages outdoor activities. Kite surfing and wind surfing are popular water sports. Beach volleyball, golf, soccer, and tennis are popular sports on land.
When were Aruban women allowed to vote?
Women were given the right to vote in the Netherlands by law enacted on May 15, 1919. Women previously were given the right to run for public office in 1917.
Doina Neagoy, wife of the current Prime Minister, Michiel ['Mike'] Godfried Eman [b. September 1, 1961], gained Dutch citizenship in time to vote for the first time in Aruba in the September 25, 2009 election that led to her husband's selection as the Fifth Prime Minister of Aruba.
What is the sailing time from Miami Florida to Aruba?
According to World Shipping Register's Sea Distances Voyage Calculator, it takes about 4-1/2 days to sail from Miami, Florida to Oranjestad, Aruba's capital.
Specifically, the distance is 1,080 nautical miles. That distance is equivalent to
1,242.8 miles (2,000 kilometers). The speed is averaged at 10 knots per hour
(1.1508 miles/hour; 1.852 kilometers/hour).
