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Looking for a hurricane-season escape? This Caribbean island has a remarkable record

Hurricanes sometimes pass by the island, but not close enough to cause impacts, as it sits mostly outside the hurricane belt.

By Raymond Sanchez
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THE TAKEWAY

  • Aruba has never been directly hit by a hurricane.
  • No hurricane threat makes Aruba an ideal year-round vacation location.
  • The last severe storm event that got close to Aruba was Tropical Storm Bret in 2023.

ARUBA – An island country and popular travel destination in the Caribbean has never been directly hit by a hurricane, making it an ideal vacation spot to visit year-round.

As we enter the peak of hurricane season amidst a plethora of tropical activity, the lone island of Aruba stands against the forces of nature, having never experienced a direct hit since records began in 1851.

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Still, hurricanes sometimes pass by the island, but not close enough to cause impacts, as it sits mostly outside the hurricane belt.

Because of this, Aruba is an ideal year-round destination to visit and enjoy with little concern about hurricane threats.

The last severe storm event that loomed somewhat close to the island was Tropical Storm Bret in 2023.

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Aruba Palm Beach, Aruba, on June 17, 2018.  (Daniel SLIM / AFP  / Getty Images)

The island is home to natural beauty such as Arikok National Park, where stunning caves, unusual lava-formed land formations and guided nature walks through dry river beds offer a great outdoor experience.

You also have the option to explore the beautiful beaches with crystal-clear water, where you have the opportunity to kayak, canoe, snorkel and scuba dive to visit vibrant coral reefs and shipwrecks.

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ORANJESTAD, ARUBA - NOVEMBER 03:  View of atmosphere during ARUBA IN STYLE 2011 at  on November 3, 2011 in Oranjestad, Aruba.   (Andrew H. Walker)

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ORANJESTAD, ARUBA - NOVEMBER 03:  A general view of atmosphere at the media snorkling trip during day 3 of Aruba In Style 2012 on November 3, 2012 in Oranjestad, Aruba.   (Joe Scarnici)

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AYDIN, TURKIYE - OCTOBER 19: A view of the flamingos at Buyuk Menderes Delta in Aydin, Turkiye located along the Aegean coast on October 19, 2025. Delta is home to a wide variety of bird species and rich wildlife. As one of Turkiye's most important wetlands, the delta - largely preserving its natural structure - serves as a vital shelter and feeding ground for both local and migratory birds throughout the year.  (Alper Tuydes/Anadolu)

Along with this, Aruba has two private islands where you can relax and observe the plethora of flamingos that are home to the islands.

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To visit Aruba, you must have a valid passport and pay a $20 sustainability fee for air travelers to help support projects aimed at improving the island's sustainability.