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In additon to Lambros Comitas' work [The Complete
Caribbeana, 1900-1975: A Bibliographic Guide to the Scholarly
Literature. (Millwood, NY:
KTO Press, Research Institute for the Study of Man) 4 vols,
2193 pages, 1977.], the most important ongoing source
for bibliography of books and articles concerning Aruba is the
annual Handbook of Latin
American Studies (http://lcweb2.loc.gov/hlas/)
produced by over 160 contributing editors under the editorship
of the Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress. Additional
coverage of journal articles can be found through a subscription
to the Hispanic American
Periodical Index (http://hapi.gseis.ucla.edu/). Both
the Handbook and HAPI are available in selected libraries in
book form. One of the major aggregators for links to a
wide variety of subjects relating to Aruba is the University
of Texas' LANIC (http://lanic.utexas.edu/la/cb/other/aruba/).
ARUBA (http://www.interknowledge.com/aruba/index.htm)
Aruba is a Caribbean island that forms part of the Kingdom of The Netherlands. This profile of Aruba highlights the history, culture, people, and terrain of the island, as well as travel tips and descriptions of places of interest. Contact information for securing accommodations is available. InterKnowledge Corporation provides the information as part of its Geographia Travel Services resource and notes that the site is the official Web site of the Aruba Tourism Authority.
ARUBA (NETHERLANDS) (http://www.worldstatesmen.org/Aruba.html)
As part of World Statesmen, Ben M. Cahoon presents information about the heads of state and rulers of Aruba since the late 1600s. Aruba is a territory of The Netherlands. Cahoon includes images of the flag, links to a map of the island, lyrics of the local anthem, and a sound file of the local anthem. A timeline of commanders, administrators, prime ministers, governors, and other leaders of Aruba is available.
ARUBA: CONSULAR INFORMATION SHEET (http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1153.html)
The Bureau of Consular Affairs of the U.S. Department of State presents a November 3, 2000 consular information sheet for Aruba, part of the Kingdom of The Netherlands. The bureau includes information about entry requirements, safety, crime, criminal penalties, medical facilities, traffic safety, the location of the U.S. consulate, and more.
ARUBA: COUNTRY PROFILE (http://www.worldinformation.com/World/Camerica/Aruba/profile.asp?country=297)
World of Information presents a profile of Aruba, which is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. This profile provides information on such topics as the island's history, political structure, population, main languages, media, economy, and more. World of Information includes current foreign exchange rates for the Aruban florin.
CIA - THE WORLD FACTBOOK 2000 - ARUBA (https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/
aa.html)
Profiles Aruba, part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands), with information describing geography, population, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues.
ENCYCLOPAEDIA BRITANNICA ONLINE: ARUBA
Access limited to selected IP addresses/network. Full
Britannica articles are available to subscribers and free trial subscribers.
This free page provides the first paragraphs of the article. http://www.britannica.com/eb/article?eu=127891&tocid=0&query=aruba
Full
service available to researchers within the Library of Congress. Available in many libraries in book, CD-ROM, or
Online format.
KAMER VAN KOOPHANDEL -- LOCAL REFERENCES AND WEBSITES (http://www.arubachamber.com/tourism.htm)
This page of the Aruba Chamber of Commerce site provides links to Tourism and other Aruba Websites.
TRAVEL INFORMATION REPORT: ARUBA (http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/travelreport/report%5Fe.asp?country=Aruba)
Features a travel information report for Canadians traveling to Aruba, provided by the Canada Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. Discusses the general conditions in Aruba, tips for travelers, health conditions in the country, and entry requirements.
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