My search for the perfect Caribbean vacation came to a screeching halt when I discovered my love for Aruba. With natives as friendly as my own, a location outside the hurricane belt and the perfect trade winds to cool you, Aruba is truly paradise. Because Aruba is outside the hurricane belt, travel is possible year round with no more of a weather worry than short daily showers, which have become a welcome retreat from the heat. Yes, Aruban weather is hot, but because of those trade winds, it’s completely bearable. An array of Caribbean cruises stop by the Aruban docks, so there is a very economical way to travel. Also, hotel discounts aren’t out of the ordinary, as there are many inland hotels that offer full kitchens for reasonable prices. Staying inland and making use of the kitchen will allow you to rent a car, which is also reasonably priced, for quick trips to the beach. Cheap airfare is available to and from Aruba through JetBlue, so even the plane tickets won’t break the bank. Aruba is perfect for cheap Caribbean travel by simply knowing where the bargains lie.