A Local’s Guide to the San Nicolas Food Truck Festival in Aruba
Don’t miss the San Nicolas Food Truck Festival. It was one of the happiest evenings we’ve enjoyed in Aruba in a long time. The San Nicolas Promenade came alive with twinkle lights, live music, an energetic MC, and the irresistible aromas of fresh local food. Centered around Kulture Plaza and the iconic yellow Nicolaas Store,…
These Maracas Aren’t Going to Shake Themselves…
For 30 years, Kukoo Kunuku has been convincing perfectly normal people to dance with strangers, collect souvenir cups they’ll probably never use again, and give 110%… for absolutely no reason at all. 🪇🍹💃 Somewhere between the first maraca shake and the last dance move, strangers become friends. Birthdays become legendary, and somehow your name ends…
Sarah-Quita: World champion. Humble ambassador. Inspiring role model.
Who gets a beach named after them? Sarah-Quita Offringa does. World champion. Humble ambassador. Inspiring role model. Not only does Sarah-Quita have a beach named in her honor at Fisherman’s Huts, she’s also celebrated with one of San Nicolas’ most recognizable murals, a fitting tribute to a woman who represents Aruba with extraordinary talent, humility,…
A Walk Down Crijnssenstraat in San Nicolas, Aruba
Because some of Aruba’s best stories begin with a simple walk! One of my favorite stops on our San Nicolas walking tour is The Fading Prikichi, one of the most thoughtful pieces of street art in Aruba. Painted by Curaçaoan artist Garrick Marchena, the mural is a beautiful reminder that creativity flows freely across the…
Sunrise City Stories: Discovering the Magic Between the Murals in San Nicolas
Looking for the most authentic cultural experiences in Aruba? Sometimes the best stories aren’t just painted on the walls—they’re found in the rhythm of the streets. By the time our brightly painted Kukoo Kunuku bus rolls into San Nicolas, you’re already vibrating with that signature island energy. We’ve shared laughs, enjoyed a sweet surprise of…
Discover the San Nicolas Pop-Up Market in Aruba
If your Aruba vacation includes the last Saturday of the month (except December), you’re in luck. From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Plaza Lolita comes alive with the San Nicolas Pop-Up Market, one of Aruba’s most colorful community celebrations. More than 60 local artists, craftspeople, bakers, farmers, cooks, and small business owners fill the Plaza…