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NYT Daily • September 2, 2025

Caribbean hot spot

Answer:

ARUBA

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Caribbean hot spot" points to Aruba because it’s a well-known island in the Caribbean famous for its warm climate and tourism. The term hot spot plays double duty—it literally refers to a sunny, tropical destination while also hinting at Aruba’s popularity as a vacation spot. No tricky wordplay here, just a straightforward geographic reference to a place often associated with beaches and relaxation.

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