Aruba: The Don'ts of Visiting Aruba

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  • čas přidán 25. 05. 2024
  • Aruba is an extremely popular tourist destination for travelers from the US. The weather is great, you have two definite different kinds of beaches, you will see more Giants and Patriots gear than even in Connecticut. Here we go through what NOT to do in Aruba. From the beaches in Aruba, visiting the capital of Aruba, of if you are just stopping off on a cruise ship layover in Aruba these tips will help you. Also, helpful tourist information if you are staying at an all-inclusive resort in Aruba.
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Komentáře • 335

  • @chloedelacruz9128
    @chloedelacruz9128 Před rokem +110

    As an aruban i think its very funny when tourist talk abt the heat here. Yes it is insanely warm but a lot of arubans tend to wear hoodies, sweatpants and not put on any sunblock whatsoever (thats how we know ur a tourist)( its VERY obvious). And the prices here are bery high so i would suggest going to any of the chinese stores which are everywhere. You can literally find them anywhere. They are way more cheaper than anywhere near hotels. For example palm beach or renaissance. Another reminder is that most places either are closed or close early on sundays. Another thing abt aruba is that there is barely any racism here. Were very diverse and mixed so dont expect a lot of racism. But ofc not everyone is like that

    • @chloedelacruz9128
      @chloedelacruz9128 Před rokem +6

      Reminder abt shopping. The stores in hotels or "malls" are way more expensive bcuz thats where the most tourists are, so its way better to go to a local chinese store and cheaped

    • @MyKeeP81
      @MyKeeP81 Před rokem +4

      why would anyone wear a hoodie or sweatpants in anything over 75 degrees lol

    • @somethingabout_travel
      @somethingabout_travel Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks for the advice

    • @carachristine3
      @carachristine3 Před 5 měsíci +3

      @dmaart7 That's so interesting! We love Aruba's people and weather so much.. compared to home, it's a perfectly hot paradise.. and light clothing only haha! 😊

    • @evanneacquaviva8753
      @evanneacquaviva8753 Před 4 měsíci +8

      Have you never traveled anywhere? Were you never a tourist somewhere? I don’t understand locals to their homes pointing out or mocking tourists. So weird.

  • @joshct9426
    @joshct9426 Před 11 měsíci +26

    Im currently in Aruba.
    2 huge Do's is wear strong sunblock and Take advantage of happy hour bars/restaurants! Doing both things are key here.

  • @StanTheGuitarKid
    @StanTheGuitarKid Před 11 měsíci +22

    I love it when people promote my Country, but im also sad. Cause as someone who lives here, the island seems more catered to those who visit for one or two weeks, than those who live here. It's bittersweet. Love your video's

    • @ChevyTheCat
      @ChevyTheCat Před 10 měsíci +1

      I'm sure. I've been going to Aruba all my life, and I live all the way in NYC. I'm starting to realize how sometimes obnoxious tourists can be.

    • @ChevyTheCat
      @ChevyTheCat Před 8 měsíci

      @@DeeztNutztkk537 they stay on route one and that's it

  • @stephenr115
    @stephenr115 Před rokem +36

    I always say never miss a sunrise or a sunset in tropical places. Getting up and watching the first sunlight to the last twilight is a great day in my book.

    • @woltersworld
      @woltersworld  Před rokem +2

      Sounds like a good plan!

    • @stephenr115
      @stephenr115 Před rokem +1

      @@woltersworld absolutely and there is really only 2 times on vacation to stop constant questions what time is it? The response: daytime or nighttime nothing else matters! Ha!

  • @kimberlymullins8028
    @kimberlymullins8028 Před 4 měsíci +14

    Ive been to Aruba 7 times. We stay for 2 weeks and your opinions were spot on !! 🇦🇼

  • @robburke8867
    @robburke8867 Před rokem +47

    Aruba is a beautiful island. It’s one of those places that you’ll wanna revisit!

    • @zknight4481
      @zknight4481 Před 9 měsíci

      Seconding! I type this as my family and I are back in Aruba again for the second year. I’m not big on revisiting the same place twice, especially not a small island, but man, this one just seems to gets better every time and the people here are incredible. It feels like a utopia

  • @babsr8479
    @babsr8479 Před rokem +17

    Sunblock is an absolute must in Aruba I got pretty bad burns when I went there years ago. I stayed at an all inclusive, so I saved on food and ate red snapper everyday.

    • @woltersworld
      @woltersworld  Před rokem +2

      Yum!! The red snapper, not the red burned tourists

    • @chefvld
      @chefvld Před 3 měsíci

      Cool! Which one?? Tia Vic in Ga

    • @babsr8479
      @babsr8479 Před 3 měsíci

      @@chefvld I don't remember

  • @mesupt
    @mesupt Před rokem +51

    Aruba truly has something for everyone. I would do my morning hikes while my wife slept in. Then we would spend our afternoons relaxing on the beach. Definitely a safe island and locals were super friendly. I love Aruba!

    • @andis60
      @andis60 Před měsícem

      I was wondering how safe it was. Good to know!

  • @lprofitarealtor
    @lprofitarealtor Před 4 dny

    That’s why we’re going to an all inclusive resort! I’m going in August 2024! I’m excited 😆

  • @marylingardner6587
    @marylingardner6587 Před rokem +7

    I absolutely love Aruba! I went shopping by myself, I'm a female, and felt very safe. I bought a gorgeous emerald there, it is 2 carets, at about half the price in the US. I did get a very bad sunburn from snorkeling for about 4 hrs. I got sick from it. So for sure watch how much you get exposed to!

  • @Busybeeee
    @Busybeeee Před rokem +37

    I was in Aruba for the whole month of February and I loved it! I did not eat in restaurants however, I only bought groceries and I can tell you that I spent five times more than I would normally back home in Canada. Even the grocery stores are very expensive. That is the only down part aboutAruba ,expensive food. The beaches were absolutely stunning, the weather is beautiful, people are kind, the drinking water was excellent, I never got sick, there was no dishonest people trying to scam you or no harassing people on the beaches trying to sell your stuff. That was also really great all in all no matter how expensive it was it was worth it . Great video Walter. 😊

    • @Busybeeee
      @Busybeeee Před 4 měsíci

      @@whitneym4822 wrong. I didn’t set foot in tourist stores Ike Superfood or Lings. i rented a really cheap apartment in Bubali, no ac, no hot water. I shopped at Save more foods and the do it Centre. That is where the local shop I also occasionally bought from the reduced section of Chengs ( they will often put near to expiry date items at 50% off ) I kept all my receipts and compared prices. The cheapest bread I can get in Ottawa is $1CAD at the Superstore which is a 500g crusty bread. The cheapest bread I could find on the Island was 600g white sliced bread at $2.25 CAD. That is more than double in price. I couldn’t afford the fruits and vegetables. A 500g jar of peanut butter cost $5 CAD at the Do it Centre vs 1KG jar of No Name PB for 3.99 CAD in Ottawa ,at shoppers drug mart or Suoerstore . Rice is also double the price: 500 g white rice is $1.99 at the Do It centre vs 1kg white rice for $1.75 at the Dollarama. I can go on…

    • @katherines5397
      @katherines5397 Před 3 měsíci +2

      @@whitneym4822 Hi!! I’m visiting Aruba later this month and was wondering which grocery stores you recommend that aren’t super expensive, I’ll be staying in Noord!

    • @erikarudash
      @erikarudash Před 3 měsíci

      We are here now for 2 weeks, also staying in noord, and the food is soooooo expensive, everywhere in this area! It's mad, would like to also know where to shop

    • @Busybeeee
      @Busybeeee Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@erikarudash I just got back from Aruba, although most grocery stores have similar prices, Save on foods is generally much cheaper. The Do it Centre also has cheap stuff. The only cheap stuff at Superfoods is their white sliced bread 625g at 3.53 Florins . The price of everything went up so much since last year!

    • @Busybeeee
      @Busybeeee Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@katherines5397 see my answer below: Save on foods and the Do it Centre are a bit cheaper. They are a little bit further down Bubali, 5 min drive from Superfoods.

  • @blinger44
    @blinger44 Před rokem +6

    going to Aruba tomorrow.. we went last year as well. such as beautiful, relaxing place.

  • @1125mikem
    @1125mikem Před rokem +31

    Thank you! Great video! Aruba is a fantastic island and truly has the best consistent year-round climate no hurricanes and beautiful beaches and friendly people.. one point I will emphasize that you made .. the tap water in Aruba is literally like the best in the world they invested in a desalinization factory since they are surrounded by saltwater and it's unlike a lot of Caribbean islands in that way.. No bottled water needed the tap water is crystal clear and fantastic!

  • @sandranynj7118
    @sandranynj7118 Před rokem +17

    Your videos are so helpful, simple, honest. Aruba is now my next visit on my list. Thanks again! 🏖

  • @ejslemp5342
    @ejslemp5342 Před rokem +16

    From what I’ve read Curaçao feels more like the Netherlands and has more Dutch/European tourists while Aruba is more filled with American Tourists. Both great baseball islands who produced some of the best players in the MLB today

  • @robingreenwood7627
    @robingreenwood7627 Před rokem +6

    Palm Beach is my favorite spot on the whole Island
    And the best dive experience of my life!

  • @aurawilming6047
    @aurawilming6047 Před 4 měsíci +3

    For the people about to go to Aruba, restaurants are indeed expensive, but, there are plenty of local eateries that might not look like much but will fill you up with a whole lot of food for a lot less. Most of them are Asian influence adjusted to local tastes- which means you're going to get both white rice and thick fries unless you tell them you only want one or the other. Glenn's Place (which I will guarantee you will not find without google maps or a taxi driver) will sell you a grouper fillet dish for ten dollars.

  • @monisvore
    @monisvore Před rokem +7

    So happy I came across your channel, it is very helpful for traveling plans.

  • @michellejohn2918
    @michellejohn2918 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great video. Thank you!

  • @libbyd1001
    @libbyd1001 Před rokem +6

    My wife and I went to Aruba for our honeymoon 30 years ago. Had an amazing time. We keep saying we will return but keep adding other new places to our list to visit first.

  • @karenjordan5731
    @karenjordan5731 Před rokem +1

    That was great, thank you ❤ love your channel

  • @dr.braxygilkeycruises1460

    Thank you so much for this brilliant video!!! I'm so glad I found this channel. I've never been to Aruba, but wanted to go next year, so this is a perfect video for me. 🤗🥰

  • @theknow7557
    @theknow7557 Před 8 měsíci +1

    You’re spot on with all the don’ts!

  • @lusitaniae
    @lusitaniae Před rokem

    stunning sunsets, so true !

  • @southernoregoncatmom6519

    What great scenery.

  • @RegilioJadi
    @RegilioJadi Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for your advice.

  • @mystiknox-outler375
    @mystiknox-outler375 Před 10 měsíci

    Great information. Thank you 👍🏽

  • @vincentgrupposo3076
    @vincentgrupposo3076 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Absolutely our favorite island , beautiful, wonderful people can’t wait to get back

  • @jenniferjohnson4640
    @jenniferjohnson4640 Před 5 dny

    Appreciated your video and information!!

  • @judyjackson450
    @judyjackson450 Před rokem +5

    We love Aruba and loved your video. Besides the beautiful beaches, it is fun to visit the donkey sanctuary and the National Park. It is a safe, clean, and friendly place to visit.

  • @srwagner324
    @srwagner324 Před 2 měsíci

    Great information🎉thank you❤

  • @marniekopytek7353
    @marniekopytek7353 Před rokem +1

    Great video very helpful information! We recently visited on a cruise stop loved it so much we want to plan a weeklong vacation next year 😊

  • @funnygal4u2
    @funnygal4u2 Před rokem +12

    We are going for our 5th time in 3 weeks. We love it there. Between the weather, the people, and that you can drink the water and leave the resort to explore the island or just to hang out outside the resort is a major plus.

    • @Marie_Adams
      @Marie_Adams Před 2 měsíci

      5th time in 3 weeks? How is that even possible? Do you have a job?

    • @funnygal4u2
      @funnygal4u2 Před 2 měsíci

      @@Marie_Adams 5th yr

  • @charlesmandell2742
    @charlesmandell2742 Před měsícem

    Thanks that was a GREAT video! Thanks for the good info.

  • @carmennichols5886
    @carmennichols5886 Před rokem +12

    I LOVED Aruba ❤ it was soooo beautiful & sooo easy to navigate. Renting a car worked great for my party of 3. In the end, we saved money vs price of 6 days of "excursions." The WHOLE island is an adventure!
    DON'T MISS A THING! Rent a car 😊

  • @andeeharry
    @andeeharry Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing, not heard of this place before

  • @RoxanneRoxanne760
    @RoxanneRoxanne760 Před 8 měsíci

    Best video ever thank you !

  • @kahina2017
    @kahina2017 Před rokem

    Thank you so much!! We will be in Aruba by next week!!!

  • @frederickmcgraw6220
    @frederickmcgraw6220 Před 2 měsíci

    Very informative THANKS

  • @TattooedGQ
    @TattooedGQ Před rokem +1

    I watch a lot of your videos, and man let me tell you, you're spot on with this one. I was just there for the 1st time last month, and this all rang true.

  • @robburke8867
    @robburke8867 Před rokem +2

    Great points! Well done!

  • @ericdudley4169
    @ericdudley4169 Před rokem +8

    You’re so on point with these helpful videos! Aruba is such fun, beautiful, and very safe! Not to mention the drier heat and regular breeze! Thanks again!

  • @annemarietlagoc1987
    @annemarietlagoc1987 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Excellent video! Very informative :)

  • @jo5707
    @jo5707 Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you so much for this very informative video of Aruba. I am travelling there in February from the UK and many of my queries were addressed in your video. I am really looking forward to it now.

  • @jonathankinnear8431
    @jonathankinnear8431 Před rokem +9

    I was just there a week ago. Loved the pastechi.😋 And yes you are right, they don't harass you in Aruba for stuff like in some places.

  • @firemanstephen
    @firemanstephen Před rokem +4

    Love Love Love ARUBA!!! We will be making our 4th trip there soon in the past 2 1/2 years!! Everything you say in the video is spot on!! Great videos and maybe i'll catch you there someday. We plan to make Aruba our home away from home someday!

  • @KevinandLizGrogan
    @KevinandLizGrogan Před rokem +10

    One more; don’t think pastechi is only filled with cheese. You can also get beef, chicken, fish and more! Pastechi is awesome and makes for quick, cheap eats. Thanks for the great video Mark!

    • @queenandi5834
      @queenandi5834 Před 4 měsíci +1

      And the pastechi isn’t actually from Dutch origin. It’s from Venezuela.

  • @cameronsimonton2515
    @cameronsimonton2515 Před rokem +4

    Great info; well presented. 👍

  • @travelwithwill1
    @travelwithwill1 Před rokem +2

    Great advice, cheers

  • @tcherworld7130
    @tcherworld7130 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I just arrived back to NY from Aruba! I loved it there and everyone was so friendly! Flying Fishbone was an amazing restaurant!

  • @margaretmaljevac3592
    @margaretmaljevac3592 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Spent the month of June 2023 recently it was amazing, 2nd trip to Aruba. Beaches and restaurants are beautiful. Island is super safe to wonder around, locals are very friendly.

  • @barbj9785
    @barbj9785 Před rokem +6

    First time I went to Aruba, I wasnt aware of how hot it can get. You can dehydrate very quickly. I ended up with a heatstroke. Next time I went we went at a different time of the year and stayed in doors but did the beaches about 7 pm.

  • @edwardnava2353
    @edwardnava2353 Před rokem +3

    One Happy Island🌴

  • @albear972
    @albear972 Před rokem +3

    We were there in December 2019 it was very nice, and yes, stay hydrated it was sweltering hot and humid.

  • @pennywhitaker7092
    @pennywhitaker7092 Před rokem +3

    Love Aruba Mark!!! I checked the cruise ship schedules before went. We rented a buggy and went everywhere on the island loads of fun! Plan on going back soon, up next month is Madrid, Valenica and Paris for daughters UIC med school graduation trip, shared all of your videos with her! Love the channel!

    • @woltersworld
      @woltersworld  Před rokem +1

      Awesome. Hope the videos can help. Tell her congrats on graduation!!

    • @pennywhitaker7092
      @pennywhitaker7092 Před rokem

      @@woltersworld Thank you will do !

  • @Luv2tickt
    @Luv2tickt Před rokem +15

    I'll give another DON'T...if you have your scuba license, do not skip out on the Antilla shipwreck! The story behind it is that when the Austrian decided to invade the Netherlands, there happened to be the Antilla parked off Aruba. When word of what happened reached the Dutch Marines, they took care of business. The crew was "held" as POW's...like where are they really going to go. But the captain was also a trained chef. After the war, he stayed and opened his own restaurant.
    Next don't...this is where while diving, I ended up in a bloom of jellyfish. So my last DON'T...don't get caught in a bloom of jellyfish!

  • @fluttergrrl
    @fluttergrrl Před rokem +7

    Thanks for this video. It’s very helpful. I went to Curaçao last month, and was thinking of going to Aruba as a comparison later this year. I loved the Dutch architecture. UV protection is a must. I got a bad sunburn when I was in Curaçao and I am black! 😮

    • @Gotsave
      @Gotsave Před rokem +2

      Hahahah... always look for the shades when you're on one of these islands. Just follow the path of the locals. They stay in the shadows

  • @arontravel1307
    @arontravel1307 Před rokem +1

    I am
    From Aruba, I just started vlogging recently! Great content and very informational
    And on point👏🏽

  • @latonyabrown5915
    @latonyabrown5915 Před rokem

    Thanks 4 sharing i will be their nexts month. Just was wondering about covid tests going n coming just puzzle about that that thanks.

  • @Hungry_Hufflepuff_
    @Hungry_Hufflepuff_ Před rokem +2

    Omg I just left on the 11th! So jealous, i want to be back right now, I was at my first all inclusive also! It was divi tamarijn Aruba and it was incredible

  • @AtlanteanAN69
    @AtlanteanAN69 Před rokem +8

    We absolutely loved the day we had in Aruba whilst on a cruise. I didn't think it was too crowded or expensive. We went to Eagle Beach which was completely unlike any we're used to in the U.K. or Europe and beer at a beach bar wasn't too expensive, given the location; $6 (£5) for a bottle of Chill or Balashi was reasonable. Loved it in Aruba but our next port of call in Curacao was even more amazing.

    • @daniella8400
      @daniella8400 Před 8 měsíci

      It’s very expensive if you go outside of cruise

    • @6360carolyn
      @6360carolyn Před 8 měsíci +1

      I prefer Curaçao my self.

  • @tomaruba
    @tomaruba Před 4 měsíci +1

    So cool that you visited my island of Aruba. I have traveled to quite a few countries now but none have that Thing that Arubahas. Its awlays the place where I would rather be.

    • @tomaruba
      @tomaruba Před 4 měsíci

      and We love it when tourists enjoy our Island and are happy.

  • @charlie6629
    @charlie6629 Před rokem +2

    Quite a few have never notice the real sunset. Just after the Sun touches the water as it gets to about have way, don't blink. It pops in to a brilliant green ball lager than the sun for a split second. It's beautiful

  • @jonathankinnear8431
    @jonathankinnear8431 Před rokem +6

    Alex and I definitely want to go back to Aruba. My new favorite beach in the world is Baby beach. No wake, great for people who are not strong swimmers. Also, yes the sun is extremely strong there. Definitely apply that super high SPF sunscreen otherwise you'll be zapped. Also watch out for those donkeys, if you chose to feed them, do it with a flat hand. Another thing to be aware of, if you plan on renting a car you should know that most rental car companies do not want you to drive regular cars such as a little Kia offroad and if you do so and damage the vehicle that's on you. ATV's and UTV's however are tolerated on most roads in Aruba except for the highway and is a great way to visit the National Park in the north. Amazing scenery.

  • @sunsetrescue7112
    @sunsetrescue7112 Před rokem +20

    I grew up in Texas and I will tell you this.. The heat in Aruba 🇦🇼 isn’t a joke. We went there on a cruise and I had to seek shade and the cooler temperatures in stores a few times because I became overheated.. Even with me drinking a lot of water leading up to our arrival and while doing our exploring ✌🏼

    • @XWRV.
      @XWRV. Před rokem +2

      I live here lol

    • @Toulippy
      @Toulippy Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@XWRV. lucky guy, what part?

    • @XWRV.
      @XWRV. Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Toulippy the capital

  • @onikaconstantine8861
    @onikaconstantine8861 Před měsícem

    Love from Trinidad 🇹🇹❤

  • @thetripod7
    @thetripod7 Před rokem +6

    I love Aruba, you mentioned going on the natural Bridge but that collapsed in 2005

    • @jturie
      @jturie Před rokem +3

      the smaller one is still there...and it is developing cracks. You're not supposed to walk out onto it, unlike what is shown at 9:14

  • @Clint_Octane
    @Clint_Octane Před 10 měsíci +17

    I've been to Aruba a dozen times and this is a very good list for a first time visitor of the island to watch. I'd add don't worry about exchanging currency since the dollar is accepted just about anywhere on the island. Don't overpack, bring as little clothing as possible, primarily comprised of shorts, t shirts, tank tops, etc. Just about anywhere you go for lunch or dinner is going to permit casual attire. Don't stay at an all inclusive resort unless you plan on eating/drinking a lot and don't plan on leaving your resort often. If you stay at one, it sort of forces you to eat all of your meals at the resort so that you can get your money's worth. By doing so, you'll miss out on many of the amazing restaurants that offer superior cuisine that are probably within walking distance of your hotel. And that's all I got (for now).

    • @ponniefitzpatrick7354
      @ponniefitzpatrick7354 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Please recommend some place to stay ( not all inclusive)

    • @Clint_Octane
      @Clint_Octane Před 9 měsíci

      @@ponniefitzpatrick7354 MVC Eagle Beach. I stay there every summer. I just got back 5 days ago.

    • @ponniefitzpatrick7354
      @ponniefitzpatrick7354 Před 9 měsíci

      @@Clint_Octane thanks. How far walking is food and breakfast? My group has people of all ages 14-77 so I want to be sure food is easily accessible

    • @Clint_Octane
      @Clint_Octane Před 9 měsíci

      @@ponniefitzpatrick7354 The Alhambra plaza is a 10 minute walk away, lots of options there. You also have La Cabana and Amsterdam Manor, which are a 3 minute walk away. MVC serves a continental breakfast every morning, but not lunch and dinner.

    • @Clint_Octane
      @Clint_Octane Před 9 měsíci

      @@ponniefitzpatrick7354 Also, Superfood is a 10 minute walk away from MVC.

  • @leetucker6016
    @leetucker6016 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Spent my honeymoon in Aruba in 2003, stunning place ❤

  • @therealog989
    @therealog989 Před rokem

    Great video. I would agree with 99%. I would recommend staying away from Cuba’s Cooking especially on Monday. We love the first experience and had a great time. The following year was horrible. Everything was totally ridiculous from the wait time, food orders getting mixed up and dealing with their rude manager that wanted to argue more than provide a solution. The place looks inviting but stay away. We are going back to Aruba in a few days but not patronizing Cuba’s Cooking again. 😮

  • @explorearuba
    @explorearuba Před 4 měsíci

    Great Video! You captured Aruba in less than 15mins

  • @n1kkri
    @n1kkri Před 4 měsíci

    I have been going to Aruba since the late 80's once or twice a year except for Covid. Back then I did the restaurant thing. Now when I go I usually go to one or two of my favorite restaurants and do a lot of the pub food at the Timeshare or resort. I have never done a "all inclusive" but this coming Aug. I plan to try it with a bunch of relatives that have never
    been to Aruba before. Lets just say they like to have a good time at the pool bar as well as like to eat.
    I have never been disappointed with any of my trips there. One place that's interesting is Baby Beach in San Nicolas. You walk out into the water that never seems to get deep until
    your way out. On a good day you can see the Mountains of Venezuela. There is a place to get some pub food right there.
    Take one of the Island tours and if you see something you want to visit again rent a car for a couple days. The Natural Pool is something to see and go in. Its located
    on the other side of the Island that reminds me of what it would be like to be on the Moon.

  • @RichardHowells1234
    @RichardHowells1234 Před rokem

    Thanks for the info entertainment bud 😉 Watch that
    Sun 🌞 is getting BRIGHTER coz of where we are in the galaxy ✨️ yeh

  • @apocketfullofsunshine6060
    @apocketfullofsunshine6060 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you fir your information! I’m planning to go in February. How are mosquitos?

  • @boatlover1875
    @boatlover1875 Před rokem +14

    I've been going there for 20 years and mostly agree. I don't find the food prices to be that extreme though we have found excellent favorite restaurants off the beaten path that we return to year after year. They are often in neighborhoods a little inland. We do stay in a low rise at Eagle Beach with a kitchen and cook several of our own meals and usually make our own lunch daily. I don't bother renting a car at the airport, I've found it to often be a hassle, expensive, and it can be time consuming. The concierge/bell person at your hotel will likely know local agencies and you'll get a better price. We just take a taxi to the hotel and beat the crowd to check in. Last time there, the agency we were referred to dropped the car at the hotel. We dropped off at their nearby office at the end of our trip and they drove us to the airport, included with the car rental cost.

    • @stevenmccray4167
      @stevenmccray4167 Před rokem +1

      What rental agency did you use?

    • @MHzappy
      @MHzappy Před 10 měsíci +1

      Yes it is more expensive than netherlands

    • @helencheung7120
      @helencheung7120 Před 2 měsíci

      Can you give us some recommendations for restaurants

    • @boatlover1875
      @boatlover1875 Před 2 měsíci

      We like Pinchos near downtown, Papiemento inland from Palm Beach and Madam Janettes inland from Eagle Beach.@@helencheung7120

  • @janetteesteras7183
    @janetteesteras7183 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks for all the heads up ..this is so helpful..I have a question...are there life jackets for rental ? 🤔..

  • @well-blazeredman6187
    @well-blazeredman6187 Před 10 měsíci

    A low-risk destination in Hurricane Season. I enjoyed my week there. I was 'all inclusive' so it didn't feel expensive.

  • @quinalana
    @quinalana Před rokem

    Same feelings about towers ( see Sir Isaac Brock battle of 1812 Queenston Heights) . Natural reactions !

  • @funnygal4u2
    @funnygal4u2 Před 5 měsíci

    We have been going to Aruba every year since 2019. We stay at the same all-inclusive, as a matter a fact we stay at Barcelo that is shown at the 8:24 mark in the video. Even though we know that there are great restaurants to go to, it is just way too expensive to eat 2 meals a day for 8-10 days. We will eat out maybe a few times we are there,cause we do have our outside favorite spots, but the rest of the time we eat in the hotel and the food is perfectly fine. We would rather save the money for excursions, or for renting a car and going to Baby Beach, or Eagle Beach. With that said, it is a wonderful island, great weather, great people… we have made friends with others who stay at the same resort as us, as well as becoming friends with some of the locals. Looking forward to our 6th trip there this coming June🤗

  • @sunsetrescue7112
    @sunsetrescue7112 Před rokem

    Love Ya Man ❤😊

  • @andeeharry
    @andeeharry Před rokem +1

    Another beautiful 'Sunshine State'. It reminds me of Super Mario Sunshine, the place is just gorgeous. Sunsets/sunrises are beautiful and yeah those resturants are expensive, hope they are worth every penny

  • @AntonioFly
    @AntonioFly Před rokem +1

    They now have an estate winery and distillery located in Alto Vista!!

  • @gcchair7634
    @gcchair7634 Před rokem

    My phone is name Aruba Bound. I used to have a time share In Aruba. Love it there.

  • @davidb9149
    @davidb9149 Před rokem +1

    We have been going for 10-12 years. Relatively speaking, we find the grocery prices higher than restaurant prices. We have no issue eating dinner out every night, but we dread paying the prices at the grocery store for the breakfast and lunch foods and snacks that we buy.

  • @flyinjay18
    @flyinjay18 Před 4 měsíci

    love aruba i’ve been there a lot how we save money on food. We typically go to lings and sons OR the new Superfood they have great options. We get some lunch meat for some sandwiches and we pick up some steaks maybe some other meats and store them in the fridge. We stay in a larger room so we have a freezer so having that and having the ability to freeze meats to cook later on is a game changer so we do not feel forced to eat out every night.

  • @christopherbarone3987
    @christopherbarone3987 Před rokem +2

    One thing you missed about the price is……most prices are in AUD not US dollars so it might seem high but don’t freak out. Prices are compared to NYC prices. Super foods is expensive on most items as well for food shopping. Aruba is very safe but just be aware crime does happen but you won’t no about it. If you rent a car be mindful there is barley any lights. They use round abouts which are great but first timers could get confusing.
    Def visit baby beach and mangel halto. Sundays most beaches are more packed due to locals being off that day.

  • @gregorycerven3484
    @gregorycerven3484 Před rokem +4

    One don't i think you missed - don't forget to do the pre-arrival visa paperwork to get your green check mark. I don't remember what it was called exactly, but we dId it online a week before our fight and printed it out. You have to have it to check in for your flight leaving the US, and you need it to clear customs enetring Aruba. One of the couples who were supposed to be traveling with us didn't do it (travel agent said they didn't need it - wrong) and were trying to do it on their phones at the airport and ended up missing their flight and one day at the all-inclusive resort.

    • @tcherworld7130
      @tcherworld7130 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Wow that’s terrible! It’s called Aruba ED card. I had no idea about this card and quickly filled it out on my phone!

  • @mikesmigielski7273
    @mikesmigielski7273 Před rokem +9

    Great video! I've only been to one Caribbean island and it was Aruba. Loved it. Everyone speaks English and no worries about the water. I think what was missed was transportation. You have to agree upon a price before going anywhere or else the drivers will take you for a "ride" (pun intended). The evening rates were higher than the day time rates and I don't think think that cabs operated on Sunday. I also did use the bus system to go from Oranjestad to the high rises. The schedule is not reliable but they do have random vans coming up that supplemented the bus service. I did not understand this at first until I asked someone. They follow the bus routes and you pay the van driver the same fee as the bus fare. I didn't think there was a safety issue because there were a few people already in the van. (This was 5 years ago and things may have changed but that was my experience). Also, all of the beaches are public, hotels are not allowed to reserve a section of the beach for their guests. There was one exception as I was staying at the Marriott in downtown Oranjestad and they did have a "private island" where you had to take one of the Marriott boats to get there.

    • @jgraehling01
      @jgraehling01 Před rokem +1

      All taxi rates are set by the government

    • @jgraehling01
      @jgraehling01 Před rokem +3

      All taxi rates are set by the government $3 more on Sundays,,and these are the rates but very old,,they need gas money,so tip well !!

  • @jcorbo7518
    @jcorbo7518 Před rokem

    Thanks Mark, nice video! Any chance of a Sint Maarten video?

  • @john.a.gonsalves3731
    @john.a.gonsalves3731 Před 22 dny

    Love my ABC islands, was born in Curacao when my parents were in Curacao when they built the desalination plant, tourists feel cool because of the breeze, but dont be fooled the rays/heat will burn you, stay in the shade, lotion up if you have too, hats and lots of water is a must, just walking out and swimming will be enough to catch a tan. Eat locally and enjoy our Happy Islands, be respectful and enjoy.....

  • @CHOCOLATEBBW425
    @CHOCOLATEBBW425 Před 3 měsíci

    I got to aruba twice a year to the point that i have my own personal taxi driver, airbnb and my favorite bar where i know everyone is Five O'clock somewhere in the Renaissance Marketplace

  • @PaolaSaavedraM
    @PaolaSaavedraM Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for this great video... which are the west coast side beaches? We´re going to an AirBNB so would like to know if it would be near to these. Thank you! =)

  • @stevenboekhoudt2441
    @stevenboekhoudt2441 Před rokem

    Awesome video. Good tips. As a local i approve hahaha

  • @dawinalexander9433
    @dawinalexander9433 Před 11 měsíci

    I would love to live there

  • @abigailvrolijk1976
    @abigailvrolijk1976 Před rokem +22

    The palapas are free. They are on public beach areas. Hotels do not own them and nobody can charge for them for you to use. It is first come first serve. The hotels put their chairs underneath them. But if you see one with their chairs and nobody... you can use the palapa but the chair. The 'border' is from the walkway infront of the hotels up to the water. That whole area is public property. There are a few markers. They blue towery looking things made of concrete. Enjoy ⛱️

    • @michaelrief4424
      @michaelrief4424 Před 9 měsíci +3

      The first time I went to Aruba in 1981 I exchanged a lot of my US for Netherland currency. When I tried to use it in Aruba they didn’t want it-they wanted US dollars. If you do rent a car don’t fill up the tank because gas is expensive and you’ll never use even a quarter tank on that small island. The car rental workers love it when a car comes back with a lot of gas in it because they drain it and use it themselves. Also don’t pass up the chance to visit the north side of the island and watch the huge waves coming in and crashing into the coral cliffs but watch your step up there!!!!!
      I Scuba dive and the diving there is amazing. So if you’re into the ocean do it in the morning and then go do some other things because the high noon sun will literally bake you midday.

    • @PasqualeSacchettaCFIG
      @PasqualeSacchettaCFIG Před 8 měsíci +1

      Marriott charges $10 to reserve one and I can prove it.

    • @kathypetersen1
      @kathypetersen1 Před 8 měsíci +2

      Not every palapa is free

    • @Arubapower13
      @Arubapower13 Před 5 měsíci

      Hotels put the Palapas there..not our government..so they are nor free for anyone to use

  • @alicegaravalia5559
    @alicegaravalia5559 Před rokem +2

    I’d like to add a tip- locate a good taxi driver! If you don’t want to drive but you want to see the whole island, you can hire a taxi driver to take you on a day trip. They will show you the best sights, and it’s very reasonable. It was the highlight of our trip!

  • @jeruki
    @jeruki Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you this is very useful! :D I'm going next month and I have a question about tips (money in general), do you have to carry a lot of cash to pay for stuff and for tips or you can just add the tip in the amount they charge to your credit card and to pay for stuff?

  • @jvc43523
    @jvc43523 Před rokem

    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @dr.baotran8448
    @dr.baotran8448 Před rokem +2

    Hi Mark, what is the link you use to book all-inclusive resorts in Aruba?

  • @Tramptraveller
    @Tramptraveller Před rokem

    ❤❤❤❤❤