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A guide for the perfect picture:

Where to find the most Instagrammable places in Aruba

(Oranjestad)—Imagine, you’re out
and about on the island and you
want to take the most picture-
perfect photo to show your friends
and family back home and online.
It seems like the perfect spot can
be hard to find, but Aruba is full of
great spots for a quick snapshot!
Here are the most Instagrammable
places in Aruba.

“I LOVE ARUBA”

you’re at it, check out these other water right by the roots of these
spots along the way! beautiful trees (please be care-
ful not to climb them, though!).
Wooden Swing on Plaza Daniel You will see beautiful skies, birds
Leo and other wildlife, and among the
While you’re in front of the Renais- greenery of the mangroves, your
Right on Paardenbaai Plaza, near sance Mall, check out the wooden picture is sure to pop!
the harbor entrance, you will spot swing on the other side of the mall
a giant sign that reads “I LOVE on Plaza Daniel Leo. Another favor- Renaissance Dock
ARUBA”. A great first stop for a ite among visitors wanting a cute Last but certainly not least, the
quick shot with the family, this spot snapshot for Instagram. Just pass Renaissance Dock is the perfect
is among the few that has become through the Renaissance Mall and spot to take a beautiful picture,
a favorite among tourists, espe- find this gem in front of the back especially at sunset. The dock is
cially those that are visiting Aruba entrance! located behind the Renaissance
through a cruise vacation. Since you’ve made it this far, one Market Place, and runs from the
Speaking of giant signs that read question: How many blue horses Renaissance Marina up to Renais-
“Aruba” (because there can nev- have you spotted already? sance Beach and Wilhelmina Park.
er be too many), there is another This spot offers a gorgeous view of
sign you can find along the Linear Mangel Halto the ocean and sunset, accompa-
Park, in front of Talk of the Town For a different take on beach nied by the soft waves crashing on
Hotel. It may be a long walk from photos, we definitely recommend the shoreline. You may even spot
the harbor to get there, but while Mangel Halto! You can get in the some iguanas!q

Dining in? Try making some local favorites!

How to make “funchi”

flour, water and butter mixture, this appetizer shredded cheese. Or, you can take it to anoth-
is traditionally eaten alongside a warm meal. er level of deliciousness.
However, locals also like to fry sticks of funchi for
a quick and filling snack. When your funchi is firm enough, cut it into strips
(size is up to you). Heat up some oil in a pan and
Ingredients (measured by heart) fry those babies up! After frying, you can top it
1. Polenta flour* with some cheese or enjoy it with your favorite
2. Water dipping sauce.
3. Butter
4. Salt to taste Note: We recommend the FUNCHI FRESKU po-
lenta flour brand that is sold in all supermarkets
Directions on the island. You can also use yellow corn flour
Bring water to a boil in a medium-sized sauce from the brand PAN.q
pan. Add in some salt and butter to taste in
the boiling water and let this dissolve and melt. Photo credit of fried funchi sticks: Jacqueline Felida
Then, gradually add the flour while stirring with on Pinterest.
a wooden spoon. The mixture will start to begin
to harden pretty fast, so be careful not to add
too much. At this phase of cooking, you want
(Oranjestad)—One of the most famous Aruban a goopy thick mixture, but thin enough so you
snacks or appetizers is “funchi hasa” (fried po- can continue to stir to get all the lumps out.
lenta sticks). A super easy meal that adults and After reaching a semi-firm, yet flexible texture,
children will both enjoy. Here’s how to make it! grab a baking pan or any large, deep plate,
and pour the mixture in. Be sure that this plate is
Before we start, get to know the basics wet or greased so that the mixture does not stick
So what is funchi hasa? Funchi, or Aruban po- to the bottom. Let this cool completely while it
lenta, is a popular side dish for local dishes, like firms up for the last time. Once it’s cooled you
soups, stews and fried fish. Made from a corn can enjoy it as is, topped with some butter or