NORTHEAST COAST. This quaint, yellow chapel is on the site of the first one on Aruba. Established more than 250 years ago by the Indians and the Spanish, Alto Vista is often called the Pilgrim's Church. As the name suggests, the chapel is set on a cliff looking out across the sea. A small, winding road leads to the chapel ­ the white crosses along the way mark the Stations of the Cross.

GREATER ORANJESTAD. [Temporarily closed - relocating and scheduled to reopen in 2008.] This tiny museum offers a fascinating glimpse at the life of Aruba's original inhabitants. Displays include farm tools, Indian artifacts, pottery, and art ­ as well as a few skeletons!

NORTHEAST COAST. According to a Caribbean legend early adventurers in search of treasures knew of an island called "red gold" or Oro Ruba. In the mid-19th century, Aruba experienced a gold rush and small mines were built throughout the countryside. The abandoned mine at Bushiribana is still visible. Other nearby ruins are said to belong to a pirate's castle dating back to 1499.

NORTHWEST COAST. This lighthouse is not named for the rolling sand dunes in which it is situated, but rather for its proximity to the wreck of the "California" ­ a ship infamous for receiving and ignoring the SOS signals sent by the Titanic. Built in 1910, this stone structure is no longer open to the public but is still worth a visit for the interesting scenery. A nearby restaurant offers light snacks during the day and fine dining in the evenings.

NORTHWEST COAST. A piece of Aruba's Dutch heritage, this windmill was built in Holland in 1804. In 1960, it was shipped to Aruba, piece-by-piece and reconstructed. Tours not available but definitely worth seeing.