10 days in Aruba & Curacao Itinerary

Get a sense of the local culture at National Archaeological Museum Aruba and Aruba Etnia Nativa. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Malmok Beach and Little Switzerland. There's lots more to do: look for gifts at Time Square Aruba, contemplate the long history of Jane Sea, browse the exhibits of Terrafuse Arubaglassceramics, and browse the different shops at Touch of Gold.

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Newark, USA to Oranjestad is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Newark to Oranjestad. Traveling from Newark in September, expect nights in Oranjestad to be much warmer, around 82°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 92°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Curacao.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Wed): stop by Little Switzerland and then stop by Renaissance Mall & Rif Fort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: wander the streets of Otrobanda, take in the views from Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge, get engrossed in the history at Kura Hulanda Museum, then stop by Island Treasures Gifts and Souvenirs Curacao, and finally take a stroll through Punda.

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Do a combination of flight and bus from Oranjestad to Curacao in 4.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 92°F, and evening lows to 81°F. You will have some time to spend on the 29th (Fri) before leaving for home.