Oranjestad, Aruba Island - Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda - Comparison and Distance between
Distance: 902 km / 560 miles
Oranjestad, Aruba Island
You are looking at Oranjestad in Aruba Island. The city has a population of 26355 residents. It is located on -67.03 degrees longitude, and 12.50 latitude.
Oranjestad , General info:
9/10
Located on the picturesque southern coast, Oranjestad is the historic Dutch capital of Aruba, where the traditional, tall, multicolored houses combine carved wooden doors and typical Dutch tiles with open-air patios. The charm of the city complements the beauty of this popular Caribbean island where the Dutch and indigenous cultures have merged to give Aruba its unique atmosphere.
Oranjestad , Cheap stuff:
10/10
It is very popular tourist destination so it is hard to find anything cheap.
Oranjestad , Different stuff:
9/10
Outdoor markets displaying tropical fruits, and local arts and crafts, and see Dutch-colonial buildings.
Oranjestad , Don't miss:
9/10
The water off Aruba is teeming with marine life. You can see it all up close by taking a submarine 150 feet below the sea. You'll pass scuba divers, coral reefs and shipwrecks on your journey.
Oranjestad , Food:
10/10
American, Argentinean, Aruban, Brazilian, Caribbean, Chinese, Cuban, Dutch, French, German, Indonesian, International, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Seafood, Steakhouses, Vegetarian...You can find anything you wish.
Oranjestad , Hotels:
10/10
Aruba offers you a very large and varied choice of hotels, both low-rise and high-rise, apartments and guesthouses.
Oranjestad , Safety:
7/10
Aruba is generally a very safe place at any time of day or night. The running water in Aruba is absolutely safe to drink; the island's desalination plant is the second largest in the world.
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Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda
You are looking at Saint John's in Antigua and Barbuda. The city has a population of 23501 residents. It is located on -60.13 degrees longitude, and 17.12 latitude.
Saint John's , General info:
9/10
St John's is the capital city of the nation of Antigua and Barbuda, a country located in the West Indies in the Caribbean Sea. St John's is the commercial centre of the nation and the chief port of the island of Antigua.
Saint John's , Cheap stuff:
9/10
There are many different stores, some are for local people, some sell expensive items which are for the tourists from cruise ships.
Saint John's , Different stuff:
8/10
The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda is housed in the colonial Court House, constructed in 1747 on the site of the first city market, and is the oldest building still in use in the city. The museum displays both Arawak and colonial artifacts recovered on archaeological digs on the islands. It also features a life-sized replica of an Arawak house, models of sugar plantations, along with a history of the island, and Viv Richards' cricket bat.
Saint John's , Don't miss:
9/10
On Friday and Saturday mornings, there is a farmers' market on the southern edge of the city, with folk crafts, colorful tropical fruits, and a buzzing crowd.
Saint John's , Food:
9/10
The national dish is fungie and pepper pot. Fungie is a dish very similar to the Italian Polenta being made mainly of cornmeal. Other local dishes include ducana, seasoned rice, saltfish and lobster. Local confectionaries include sugarcake, fudge, raspberry and tamarind stew, and peanut brittle. The various restaurants around the city sell both local and international food.
Saint John's , Hotels:
9/10
You can find all, from exclusive to budget hotels. You can also rent a villa.
Saint John's , Safety:
10/10
Antigua & Barbuda are relatively crime free, but always take normal precautions.Don't leave valuables unattended in rental cars or on the beach.
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