For many, dreams of a holiday in Aruba began after listening to the first line of The Beach Boys’ infectious 1988 summertime anthem, “Kokomo.” Today, everyone from adrenaline-seeking families to lovestruck couples sings Aruba’s praises thanks to its dramatic caves, knockout ivory beaches and reliably warm weather outside the hurricane belt. Dubbed “One Happy Island,” the beloved Caribbean destination is ludicrously scenic, sprinkled with pops of color from soaring green cacti to turquoise blue water and majestic divi-divi trees casting angled shadows. Read MORE
