Aruba has a private model train museum located in the home of Jaap De Vries. He’s been collecting model trains, among other things, most of his life and has a wonderful, eclectic display which is open by appointment. Here’s the video:
Incredible stuff, all tucked away in the man’s home at the edge of San Nicolaas, Aruba. When Mr. de Vries gives me notice, I’ll do an update with his contact information so that you can find him more easily. Bon dia and keep exploring.
Located at the south end of Aruba, Baby Beach hosts visitors and locals alike most every day of the year. Shaped like a horseshoe, a wall of rocks protects the beach from the Caribbean, and renders the water nearly flat calm. Take a look at my video visit:
I have another video, showing how to get to Baby Beach from the 1A. Just surf through my YouTube Channel: lenswork4. Enjoy your visit to Aruba!
Rodgers Beach is located at the southern end of Aruba, not far from its more famous cousin, Baby Beach. Although small, Rodgers Beach offers soft sand and warm water. Here’s video with all the details:
That’ll thaw your bones on a cold day in the northern latitudes. Imagine what it was like when Captain Rodgers himself arrived here, before the oil refinery, before anything but the cacti and iguanas. Incredible. Bon dia.
Rancho Josey Snack used to be called Little Josey Snack, and it was a LITTLE joint. In fact, it was about eight by eight feet square with a small awning over a few chairs. The new owner has expanded, but it’s still tiny. I like these kind of places to stop in for a cold drink and a chat. So, here’s a video showing how to get there and an introduction to one my local friends.
It doesn’t get more local than that. And remember, Rancho Josey is on the same road (just further along) as the Savaneta Water Tank, where I showed you that great view a few posts ago. Maybe you can check out them both on the same ride. By the way, don’t ask me why they call it “rancho.” I forgot to ask the owner when I saw him today. A good reason to go back!
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