Off the Beaten Path (2015) : 10x7

Aruba is a small island in the southern Caribbean, just off the coast of Venezuela. Braňo arrived here twenty years ago with twenty dollars in his pocket and a lot of determination. He started as a kitesurfing instructor and now also works in off road sports. A former motocross racer, he has built a life on the island and now shares his experience with a younger generation. While the capital Oranjestad is the island’s centre, everyday life unfolds beyond it. We visit a farm that grows fresh produce despite the dry climate, where freshwater is scarce and comes from desalination. We taste local seafood, including ceviche and fried fish, and learn about aloe vera, one of Aruba’s few export products. Our journey ends with a beach barbecue among friends.