Family Evenings in Aruba

Though known for its exuberant night life, Aruba -rental car or recreational vehicle will want to visit one
especially the capital city of Oranjestad - also offersof Aruba's hidden treasures, the E. De Veer Drive-In
plenty of family-friendly entertainment in the eveningTheater. Located adjacent to the Balashi Brewery
hours. Within the capital city, families will findbetween Oranjestad and San Nicolas, the E. De Veer
numerous options for evening entertainment, includingDrive-In Theater screens many of the latest
everything from live shows and movie theaters toHollywood films, but the exotic setting and endless
arcades and action-packed activity centers. As thefield of stars are often the bigger attractions. While
city is also known as a safe, friendly destination,the E. De Veer Drive-In Theater features low
families can also just stroll through the scenic streetsentrance fees for all films, special rates for families
and admire everything from unique shops and cozyare offered on Sundays and Wednesdays, allowing
eateries to elegant architecture and historic sights.the whole family to enjoy both the scenery and a
Families hoping to relax at their resorts may evenmovie for $6.
find special weekly events designed for both parentsMany of Aruba's top resorts stage theme nights with
and children, while the top family-friendly resorts alsofamily-friendly entertainment and refreshments. In
offer discounted travel packages that include uniquenearly all cases, resorts serve locally inspired meals
upgrades for young travelers.alongside live entertainment that offers a taste of
As Aruba is known for its mild year-round weather,Aruban culture or long-standing Caribbean traditions
there are always plenty of ways for families tosuch as Carnival. Such live entertainment can also be
enjoy the evening hours. Oranjestad is home tofound throughout the theaters of Oranjestad, where
numerous family entertainment destinations thatexciting musical and dance productions can be
remain open into the evening hours throughout theexperienced throughout the year.
year - including a popular go-kart track, a miniatureThroughout the year, several of Aruba's top resorts
golf course and batting cages. Families can also visit aalso offer special promotions for families with small
variety of arcades, including several convenientlychildren. For instance, the "Escape!" Family Package
located within the city's top resorts. The relaxedoffered by the Aruba Marriott Resort and Stellaris
atmosphere of the city also allows families to simplyCasino includes special room rates for families, as well
wander the picturesque streets, exploring shops,as a number of fun and convenient perks. Each
family-friendly eateries and historic attractions.morning, both parents and kids are treated to a
The Renaissance Cinema located in the Renaissancecomplimentary breakfast, while milk and cookies are
Marketplace is another great choice for families inprovided with each nightly turndown service. Over
search of an entertaining evening. Showing all thethe course of their stay, families can also take
latest blockbusters in English with incredibly affordableadvantage of pizza and movie nights presented by
ticket prices, the Renaissance Cinema in downtownthe resort.
Oranjestad has become a favorite escape of localFrom daytime activities such as snorkeling, swimming
and visiting families alike. Families with older childrenand hiking to evening entertainment like movies,
looking for late night activities can also takearcades and special resort events, every day is an
advantage of the theater's popular midnight moviesaction-packed adventure for visiting families.
each Friday and Saturday.Additionally, as many of Aruba's top resorts
Though the Renaissance Cinema offers everythingparticipate in the island's family-friendly tourism goals,
traveling families look for in a movie theater -parents and children will regularly find both exciting
including a convenient location near most of theevents and remarkable values to complete their
island's top resorts - those exploring the island with aCaribbean getaways.