Oranjestad, Aruba Port Q&A

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is Aruba a good island to do on your own or would you recommend an excursion?

Asked on November 21, 2023 by mrscruise

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We went off on our own. The taxi driver said the beach bar at Eagle Beach would call for a cab when we're ready to leave, and to specify we had been swimming so we get a cab with protected seating. It was a different rate of fare, and the cab dropped us off a block away from the pier, no issues but that is what unlicensed cab drivers do.

Answered by richjensen on November 21, 2023

We've been there a number of times and never had an excursion. If you're a walker, there's a nice park a few blocks from the ship, as well as a ton of shopping everywhere. It's fun to wander on smaller streets, where you can find cafes with signs in Dutch.

Answered by DeedeeJane on November 21, 2023

you can do both, but if you want some budget savings then go on your own on the island besides is a very small island

Answered by Razor78 on November 22, 2023

We loved Aruba. We did an all-inclusive at RIU. I can not remember which one. we had a great time, and they had great food.

Answered by tarabelle2778 on November 21, 2023

An excursion is great to learn more about the culture there. We went on a walking tour. It wasn’t very long, but it was very informative. It is beautiful there. It is my favorite destination and I have been on a lot of cruises.

Answered by lawdoc on November 26, 2023

My daughter and her boyfriend rented a car (negotiate for the price) and drove around the island. It is only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide.

Answered by 19luv2cruz58 on November 26, 2023

We rode the public transportation (bus) to and from Eagle Beach. Short walk from the pier to get to the bus station, very minimal cost.

Answered by jcb91777 on November 26, 2023

We stayed at an all inclusive last year and did an excursion that brought us around the island. We were able to see so much! It was through ABC Tours - Ultimate Island Safari

Answered by AshleyKH23 on November 26, 2023

Horseback riding was a good way to see the island. we rode on the beach too.

Answered by Ally57 on November 26, 2023

We went to an all inclusive place - DePalm Island. It was fabulous!!

Answered by khuber68 on November 25, 2023

Yes, it’s a very safe island

Answered by sonolady14 on November 26, 2023

Beautiful beaches and great shopping

Answered by Ruby13 on November 24, 2023

Yes, it is a very safe island

Answered by sonolady14 on November 22, 2023

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