Aruba Bird, Food + Religious Pictures

• Caribbean
• World

This small coastal town was once at the center of the island’s oil industry. Free from resorts and crowds, the town retains a refreshingly authentic atmosphere.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

Feed, pet and learn more about these adorable creatures at this non-profit sanctuary devoted to their well-being.

Experience the serene and sacred ambiance at this Catholic shrine built into the rocks.

Experience the serene and sacred ambiance at this Catholic shrine built into the rocks.

Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.

Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.

Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.

Experience the serene and sacred ambiance at this Catholic shrine built into the rocks.

Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.

Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.

Experience the serene and sacred ambiance at this Catholic shrine built into the rocks.

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Experience the serene and sacred ambiance at this Catholic shrine built into the rocks.