This island in the Dutch Caribbean lies just north of Venezuela. Aruba welcomes visitors year-round with warm turquoise waters and beautiful sandy beaches. The beaches are certainly the main draw and are considered by some to be the best in the Netherlands Antilles. While this can result in some packed sands, it also produces a laid-back party vibe where the sound of Caribbean music fills the air. There’s a nice culture to be found here and the island language is a blend of Portuguese, Dutch, Spanish and West African.