Aruba sits south of the hurricane belt with constant trade winds, divi-divi trees bent permanently east, and Eagle Beach consistently rated among the Caribbean's best.
High season with Carnival running January through Lent, peaking with the Grand Parade in Oranjestad the Sunday before Ash Wednesday.
Aruba's reliable trade winds keep temperatures pleasant despite peak sun, and Soul Beach Music Festival fills resorts over Memorial Day weekend.
Below the hurricane belt so storms are rare, and rates drop significantly. Diving at Antilla wreck remains excellent.
Aruba Caribbean Festival in mid-November and trade winds steady as high season approaches, with rates not yet at December peaks.