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Saturday 21 September 2024

A guide for the perfect picture

Where to find the most Instagrammable places in Oranjestad

(Oranjestad)—Imagine, you’re cially those that are visiting Aruba sitting on a bench, waiting for you
taking a stroll in the city center, and through a cruise vacation. to take a picture with it. Ok, so it’s
you want to take the most picture- not a real bull, but “I took a pic-
perfect photo to show your friends Speaking of giant signs that read ture with a sitting bull” sounds like a
and family back home and online. “Aruba” (because there can nev- great conversation opener.
It seems like the perfect spot can er be too many), there is another
be hard to find, but Oranjestad is sign you can find along the Linear See if you can also spot the cow on especially at sunset. The dock is
full of great spots for a quick snap- Park, in front of Talk of the Town the roof! located behind the Renaissance
shot! Here are the most Instagram- Hotel. It may be a long walk from Market Place, and runs from the
mable places in Oranjestad. the harbor to get there, but while Wooden Swing on Plaza Daniel Renaissance Marina up to Renais-
you’re at it, check out these other Leo sance Beach and Wilhelmina Park.
spots along the way! While you’re in front of the Renais- This spot offers a gorgeous view of
sance Mall, check out the wooden the ocean and sunset, accompa-
swing on the other side of the mall nied by the soft waves crashing on
on Plaza Daniel Leo. Another favor- the shoreline. You may even spot
ite among visitors wanting a cute some iguanas! q
snapshot for Instagram. Just pass
through the Renaissance Mall and
find this gem in front of the back
entrance!

“I LOVE ARUBA” Since you’ve made it this far, one
Right on Paardenbaai Plaza, near question: How many blue horses
the harbor entrance, you will spot have you spotted already?
a giant sign that reads “I LOVE The sitting bull
ARUBA”. A great first stop for a Yes, you read that right; right in the Renaissance Dock
quick shot with the family, this spot heart of the city center, in front of Last but certainly not least, the
is among the few that has become the Crystal Casino in the Renais- Renaissance Dock is the perfect
a favorite among tourists, espe- sance Mall, there is a black bull spot to take a beautiful picture,

Feeling parched? Grab refreshment by the side of the road!

(Oranjestad)—Touring the island in the blistering heat can
leave one feeling rather thirsty and looking to cool off.
Luckily there are a few stands along the roads of Aruba
that can offer you just what you need: a nice, refreshing
beverage!

These “coconut stands” can be found at several loca-
tions on the island, where you can cool off with delicious
smoothies, drinks, snacks, and of course, fresh coconuts!
Perfect during family outings around the island, these
stands can be found in the following locations:
• Near the red Anchor in San Nicolas
• On the Linear Park in Oranjestad (in front of airport
runway)
• At the California Light House hill
• Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruin
• Bushiribana Beach (Near the Ling & Song Supermar-
ket)