ORANJESTAD – The Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard intercepted a suspicious vessel believed to be transporting drugs toward Aruba after a short pursuit on Thursday evening. Two Venezuelan men were detained

ORANJESTAD – CUA has decided to postpone its planned internal member poll on the proposed HOFA framework while awaiting greater clarity on negotiations between Aruba and the Netherlands. The decision

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has been named the safest Caribbean island to visit in the 2025 Caribbean Island Safety Index, which compares 10 popular destinations across the region. Aruba received an impressive

ORANJESTAD – The Oranjestad Investment Group (OIG), representing businesses and investors in downtown Oranjestad, is calling on the government to provide clearer direction, stronger coordination and c

ORANJESTAD – Credit extended to Aruba’s private sector has increased considerably, according to the latest figures from the Centrale Bank van Aruba (CBA). Total private-sector credit reached approxima

ORANJESTAD – Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred shortly after 1 a.m. Friday on Hubadastraat, where three men allegedly robbed a man of his wallet and vehicle. According to prelimi

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Ombudsman Jurima Bryson is launching the “Ombudsman in the neighborhood” campaign to bring the office’s services closer to the community and give residents the opportunity to file c

ORANJESTAD – The management and coordination of mental health and addiction care in Aruba will be structurally incorporated into the Department of Public Health (DVG). As part of the change, the chair

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's Tax Department has announced that taxpayers can now authorize a trusted person, accountant or tax adviser through the BOi portal to assist with their upcoming online income tax re

ORANJESTAD – A newborn baby was rushed to hospital on Wednesday evening after being born at a home in Frere Fredericus Street and showing signs that immediate medical attention was needed. According t

ORANJESTAD – People who married during 2024 will be required to file their 2025 income tax return jointly as a married couple. To avoid problems during the filing process, the Tax Department is urging

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has officially launched a new program that will allow people with severe addiction problems who are under, or will be placed under, a court order to receive specialized residential

ORANJESTAD – A total of 109 Aruban students departed wednesday on a KLM flight to the Netherlands, where they will begin the next chapter of their academic careers. They are part of 198 students who r

ORANJESTAD – Aruba continues to strengthen its position as one of the Caribbean's fastest-growing tourism destinations. According to an analysis published by Travel and Tour World, the island recorded

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Airport Authority (AAA) says Aruba significantly expanded its air service network during 2025, with more flights, greater seat capacity and improved connectivity to North America, L

ORANJESTAD – San Nicolas will host the first "Forum on the Future of San Nicolas" from August 11 to 13, bringing together the government, private sector, investors, civil society and residents to pres

ORANJESTAD – TUI fly will expand its flight schedule between the Netherlands and the Dutch Caribbean from April 2027. Aruba will see its weekly flights increase from two to three, operating on Mondays

ORANJESTAD – According to the Official Gazette of Aruba, the Government of Aruba has officially introduced new limits on several additional charges linked to consumer loans. The regulation took effect

MIAMI/ORANJESTAD – Royal Caribbean has revised the itinerary for the Grandeur of the Seas cruise departing on January 23, 2027, removing Bonaire from the schedule and replacing it with Santa Marta, Co

ORANJESTAD – Captain Glen Andrew, an Aruban born in 1976, recently shared a special milestone with his parents during American Airlines Flight AA2217 on August 3. For the first time, Gifton Andrew and

PALM BEACH – RIU Hotels & Resorts has reopened the iconic RIU Palace Aruba following a complete renovation of its facilities. With this refurbishment, the Spanish hotel chain reinforces its commitment

ORANJESTAD – The WestJet cabin crew strike, which caused flight cancellations and delays over the weekend, also affected Aruba for one day. However, the labour dispute has now ended after the airline

ORANJESTAD – Commercial banks in Aruba increased their excess liquidity by nearly 250 million florins during the first quarter of 2026. According to figures released by the Central Bank of Aruba (CBA)

ORANJESTAD – While many beaches across Florida and the Caribbean are experiencing heavy sargassum seaweed this summer, Aruba continues to stand out as one of the best destinations for cleaner beaches.

ORANJESTAD – Low-cost airline Wingo carried more than 1.8 million passengers during the first half of 2026, a 12% increase compared with the same period last year. The growth was driven by the launch

ORANJESTAD – Queen Beatrix International Airport continues to improve passenger processing by expanding the use of modern technology and strengthening cooperation among the agencies operating at the a

EAGLE BEACH – University of Aruba students Kieran Kelly and Stephen Richards have received a AWG 20,000 Bright Future Research Grant, funded by Iberostar Aruba, to launch the island's first coastal cu

ORANJESTAD – Marine Captain Glenn Werleman officially assumed command of ARUMIL (Aruban Militia) on August 1, following his transfer from his role as Adjutant to the Governor of Curaçao, His Excellenc

NOORD – Aruba's T2 Sourdough Boutique earned two top honors at the Caribbean Baking Awards in Sint Maarten, winning Best Bakery Shop of the Year and Best Bread or Dough-Based Product. According to the

ORANJESTAD – Authorities have arrested six people in connection with the murder of 16-year-old Rayshon Kelly, who was fatally shot on July 22, 2026, in the parking area behind Stadion Nadi Croes/Crism

ORANJESTAD – The Fundacion Cas pa Comunidad Arubano (FCCA) has launched its new “Key in Your Hand” campaign, aimed at helping 20 families in Aruba purchase a fully completed home and the land beneath

ORANJESTAD – Aruba is strengthening its position as one of the fastest-growing international destinations among Argentine travelers. Interest in visiting the island tripled during the first six months

ORANJESTAD – A viral social media video showing a JetBlue passenger apparently drinking her own alcohol onboard has drawn attention because it is believed to have been filmed on a flight departing Aru

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has been recognized as one of the world's best destinations for people traveling alone with their dogs, according to travel writer Becca Blond. The article highlights the island as

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has been ranked among the Caribbean's fastest-growing cruise destinations, according to new data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). During the first quarter of 2026, the

ORANJESTAD – The Educar pa Transformar Foundation (FET) celebrated the graduation of 30 students who successfully completed training programs in Facial Care, Massage and Entrepreneurship, the latter i

ORANJESTAD – Aruba continues to strengthen its position as one of the Caribbean's strongest tourism destinations, recording double-digit growth in visitors from the United States while several regiona

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has earned another international distinction after Eagle Beach was ranked the 10th best beach in the world in a new Beach.com study, reinforcing the island's reputation as one of th

ORANJESTAD – The Aruban government has updated the regulation covering the official summons form used for Dog Ordinance violations. The changes, published in Aruba's Official Gazette, are technical on

ORANJESTAD – Rebecca Roos Productions will present the final works of its 2026 Documentary Bootcamp on Saturday, August 1, with the premiere of two short documentaries created by local participants. A

ORANJESTAD - The Centrale Bank van Aruba (CBA) decided during the Monetary Policy Committee meeting of May 8, 2026 to keep the reserve requirement rate for commercial banks at 12.5%, effective June 1,

ORANJESTAD – The Government of Aruba has officially halted the bidding process for the proposed ferry connection between Aruba and Curaçao after all bids exceeded the estimated budget by more than 20

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's Health Insurance Authority (AZV) has rejected allegations made during a recent press conference by Ricardo Croes and the SIKI Foundation, in which they claimed the national health

ORANJESTAD – Aruba is being promoted internationally as one of the Caribbean's safest and most inclusive destinations for LGBTQ+ travelers. In a promotional feature produced in partnership with the Ar

NOORD – Historian and author Dufi Kock will officially present and sign his two newest books on August 1 at Centro di Bario Noord, making it the first venue selected for the public launch of both publ

WILLEMSTAD – Proposed new passport regulations within the Kingdom of the Netherlands could introduce stricter procedures for issuing passports in Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten. This is reported by C

LA VELA DE CORO, Venezuela – Business and tourism leaders in Venezuela's Falcón state are optimistic about the planned reopening of air travel between Aruba and Venezuela on August 1, 2026. According

SAN NICOLAS – Downtown San Nicolas will host the third edition of the San Nicolas Food Truck Festival on Saturday, August 1, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Admission is free. After attracting more than

(ADVERTORIAL) ORANJESTAD – During Saturday night's Lotto 5 draw on July 25, the winning numbers were 05-11-13-32-35, with Joker 15 and Letter H. After the results were processed, it was confirmed that

ORANJESTAD – An 84-year-old woman has died following a traffic accident in Seroe Blanco, becoming Aruba's ninth road fatality of 2026. The crash occurred on Sunday at around 4:30 p.m. when a white For

SAVANETA – The Aruba Police Force (KPA) has strengthened its Traffic Department with new technology aimed at improving traffic enforcement and road safety. During a recent working visit, Police Commis

ORANJESTAD – The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) has released the results of its 2025 Cruise Tourism Survey alongside the island's tourism statistics for June 2026, highlighting continued growth in b

ORANJESTAD - The Financial Intelligence Unit Aruba (FIU-Aruba) is warning the Aruban community about so-called task-based work scams, a growing form of online fraud. In these scams, people are approac

ORANJESTAD – A fisherman was safely rescued Saturday evening after falling overboard near the Valero area, thanks to a swift response by the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard and the assistance of fellow fi

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's recent designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve has reinforced the island's long-term commitment to protecting and restoring its mangrove ecosystems, officials said in observance

ORANJESTAD – During a press conference, former politician Ricardo Croes questioned the way AZV handled the treatment of his son, who is battling cancer. According to Croes, delays, poor communication

ORANJESTAD – Aruba is expected to record the highest hotel occupancy rate in the Caribbean during July 2026. According to an analysis by Travel and Tour World (TTW), the island is projected to achieve

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Customs has clarified that people do not lose their eligibility for a household goods import exemption simply because they have not yet completed their registration with the Civil R

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has been ranked as the fifth most economically resilient country in the Caribbean, according to the newly released Resilience Index Caribbean (RICa), which measures how well Caribbe