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LOCAL Friday 27 december 2024

Best spots to view the sunset

(Oranjestad)—Today we celebrate crash on the northern side of the
Valentine ’s Day, and what can be island.
more romantic than surprising your
partner with a date watching the Manchebo & Eagle Beach
sunset. Aruba’s sunset leave many Speaking of the western shore-
speechless, and luckily, the best line, the best spots for viewing the
spots to view the sunset are entirely sunset on the beach has to be ei-
accessible and easy to find. Here ther Manchebo Beach or at Eagle
are some of the best places to view Beach, which stretch along the
the sunset on the island. entire western coast of the island
starting from behind Bucuti & Tara
California Light House Beach Resort up to the Amsterdam
Of course, being one of the high- Manor roundabout. The sunset on
est point easily accessible to locals these beaches is truly breathtak- Light House. A favorite for surfers and reach the top to enjoy this in-
and tourists, the California Light ing; the sky and ocean look so big and body boarders, the Arashi sky credible scenery.
House hill not only offers a tremen- and spacious, and paired with the stretches out for miles, lending a
dous view of the sunset, but also orange/pink hue of the sunset, the spectacular canvas for the sun to Casibari Rock Formation
a breath taking scenery of most white sandy beaches and the soft create a masterpiece of orange, If you’re a rock climber, you might
of the island. In the distance you sounds of waves crashing—it can pink and purple hue. enjoy watching the sunset on top
can spot all the hotels, the western only be described as an experi- of the Casibari Rock Formation. It’s
shoreline and the wild waves that ence!* Hooiberg Hill no Yosemite, but it does offer a fun
These last two options are for more little exercise to get to the top. But
Arashi Beach active couples. If you and your if you prefer not to get your hands
Another beach that has to be con- partner like to hike, the Hooiberg a little dirty, you can always use the
sidered as another great spot to Hill may be a great place for you stairs in the back.
view the sunset. Arashi Beach is the to get your daily workout in and
last beach you will find along the enjoy a beautiful view of the sun- Editor’s note: This spot may be my
western coast line, just before you set and the island as a little reward. personal favorite, if you couldn’t
drive up the hill to the California Climb on top the 587-step stairs already tell…q

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