But as it turns out, not all beaches are created equal, so when it came to crowning the best beach in the Caribbean, Tripadvisor reviewers looked to the Dutch island of Aruba and picked the idyllic Eagle Beach as the winner.
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Arashi BeachA nice quiet and relaxing beach with calm water, white sand, palapas & huts, a snack shack, and a large parking lot. The calm currents and plentiful underwater marine life make this beach a perfect spot for snorkeling and a favorite with locals.
White Sand BeachesDazzling white sands, sun-kissed rocky bays, natural pools carved by Caribbean waves, and seemingly never-ending stretches of jade and turquoise ocean are undoubtedly the main highlights Aruba is known for.
? Overall, Eagle Beach is where you go for a quieter, more secluded trip to Aruba. Palm Beach is closer to the action – it gets more visitors and boasts high-rise resorts, making it a more convenient location.
Some of the most popular clear water beaches include those in the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and the Maldives. These beaches are perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and other water activities due to their crystal-clear waters.
Barbados—due to its bigger size and location—offers more beaches and variety, as well as better surfing and scuba diving. Aruba can't be beat for endless beach walks, some diverse beaches with rock formations, and wind- and kite-surfing.
The Bahamas has more opportunities for island-hopping to touristy excursions and adventures. Of course, the Bahamas also has more beach options. But, Aruba is better for couples that want to relax, and not worry about the weather! Aruba also has incredible dinner options for an evening out.
Aruba is more than just beaches. You will want to spend at least 4-7 days in Aruba. I found seven days, including travel time, to be the right amount of time to explore Aruba. If you are visiting by cruise, you will not have enough time to explore the whole island.