Aruba in $360s-$400s RT

Aruba might be best known for its beaches (and their rosy pink inhabitants), but here's a fun fact for you: Nearly 20% of the island is part of Arikok National Park!

People don't usually imagine a desert when they picture the Caribbean, but step into Arikok, and you'll realize that this island is actually quite the cacti-covered escape. It's crisscrossed with hiking trails that crest over cliffsides, loop around turquoise bays, and guide you through caves covered in 1,000-year-old paintings. 

Keep a sharp eye on the ground, though — flamingoes aren't the only adorable feathered friends you'll meet here :-)