Golf

The Links at Divi Aruba. This 9-hole course was designed by Karl Litten and Lorie Viola. The par-36 flat layout stretches to 2952 yards and features paspalum grass (best for seaside courses) and takes you past beautiful lagoons. It's a testy little course with water abounding, making accuracy more important than distance. Amenities include a golf school with professional instruction, a swing-analysis station, a driving range, and a two-story golf clubhouse with a pro shop. Two restaurants are available: Windows on Aruba for fine dining and Mulligan's for a casual and quick lunch. Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort, J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 93, Oranjestad, n/a Aruba. 297/581–4653; www.divilinks.com.

Tierra del Sol. Stretching out to 6,811 yards, this stunning course is situated on the northwest coast near the California Lighthouse and is Aruba’s only 18-hole course. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Tierra del Sol combines Aruba's native beauty—cacti and rock formations, stunning views—with good greens and beautiful landscaping. Wind can also be a factor here on the rolling terrain, as are the abundant bunkers and water hazards. Greens fees include a golf cart equipped with GPS and a communications system that allows you to order drinks for your return to the clubhouse. The fully stocked golf shop is one of the Caribbean's most elegant, with an extremely attentive staff. Caya di Solo 10, Malmokweg, n/a Aruba. 297/586–7800; www.tierradelsol.com.