Savaneta Water Tank

At the eastern edge of the area in Aruba known as Savaneta, there is a large water tank high up on the hill. When visitors ask me to give them a tour around the island, we drive up there for a beautiful panoramic view. Here’s a photo of the tank in the distance, as seen from a helicopter over the more populated area of the borough.

Just follow the winding road up to the silver tank in the middle of the frame. This location is a little tricky to find. In a couple of months I’ll be making one of those Aruba driving videos of mine that will show exactly how to get there. One note of caution: park with your car facing to the east, into the wind because when you open the door, the wind can catch it and kink the hinges. Hold tight to your hats as well.

Published in: on October 10, 2011 at 11:38 am  Leave a Comment  
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Iguana Hatchery

Aruba is well known for its many iguanas. If you like to observe large numbers of these creatures in action, head over to the Seaport Marina, out by the ocean. You’ll find herds of them in various sizes like this one:

It seems he’s guarding his post there by the sea. He wasn’t alone, either. I counted at least another ten, and after a short walk toward the Renaissance timeshare building, there were probably another ten. If you have your kids along for a visit to Aruba it would be good material for a little science report. I once read that iguanas can become addicted to lettuce and end up killing themselves by not eating other matter with more nutritional value. Incredible. Bon dia.

Published in: on October 9, 2011 at 11:08 am  Leave a Comment  
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Flying over the C&D Canal

When flying to and from Delaware, eastern Maryland, and points beyond, I like to use the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal as a waypoint. It runs a line from east to west and is punctuated by a number of distinct bridges. Thus, it makes for an easily recognizable ground reference point so you know where you are when flying. Here’s a video looking down at the canal from 3,500 feet.

The canal was muddy from all the rain we’ve had in the area. Nearly two weeks straight of off and on showers. Finally the sun came out and we’ve been able to get some flying done. Don’t forget the checklist!

Published in: on October 8, 2011 at 9:52 am  Leave a Comment  
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Corner by the Sea

Before obtaining my shack in Aruba, I used to stay at the Aruba Beach Chalets, which have been shown on The Bent Page a few times. Well, here’s another view, this one from above.

It is the red tile roof building directly on the sea. Some friends will be staying there in a few months. We enjoy sitting on the deck, chatting over coffee in the morning, looking out at the sea from this little corner of the world in Savaneta, Aruba. When you’re in a place like this, it’s easy to forget about the rest of the world. As long as you have the basics, there isn’t much to worry about.

Published in: on October 7, 2011 at 10:32 am  Leave a Comment  
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