Jam at Jimmy's in Aruba

The Renaissance is the place to be if you want to have the excitement of the city and a great casino, but also be able to escape from the excitement to find tranquility.

A short boat ride provided by the hotel out to their private island is the way to go! Just pack your bag with the bare essentials and escape to a small island off the coast. There is a restaurant on the island, so you don't need to worry about packing something to eat or drink. You just need your room key for charging. It's so simple.

There are two beaches to choose from. flamingo beach and iguana beach. Iguana beach is more family friendly, while flamingo beach allows for topless sunbathing. I usually opt for flamingo beach just to avoid any potential kids if possible.

Take my advice and rent snorkle gear for $5 and snorkle right off the rocks. There are hundreds of fish everywhere in every color. There's even a sunken ship that you can parade around and explore. I could have spent all day just in the water with the fish.

Upon your return from the island, be sure to stop by the pool bar for their happy hour. It's well worth it and a nice way to enjoy the evening before preparing for dinner plans.