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Inside Background
Architecture 
Throughout the ages, homes have tended not only to be forms of shelter but also...
Last edited: December 27, 2006
Culture 
The mother-tongue of Aruba is Papiamento. It is a language, not a dialect, and...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Health & Safety 
International road signs are used in Aruba. Foreign & international...
Last edited: July 01, 2008
Neighborhoods 
Oranjestad   Oranjestad, located on the southern coast, is the old Dutch...
Last edited: April 28, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Fodor's Pocket Aruba, 3rd Editon (Pocket Guides) -- by Karen W. Bressler...
Last edited: March 23, 2008
Tourist Board Info 
Trip Advisor Aruba Forum Offical Aruba.com Bulletin Board Aruba-TravelGuide... -
Last edited: February 07, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Aruba is a constantly windy island that is on the southern fringes of the...
Last edited: August 24, 2008
An overview of Aruba 
Aruba is a popular Caribbean island only 18 miles off the Venezuela coast.  It...
Last edited: June 18, 2008
Fishing with local fishermen 
Do you like fishing and want to try something adventurous?  If you're a fervent...
Last edited: June 30, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
  Airlines and Cruise Ships Aruba’s state-of-the-art airport facility is the...
Last edited: May 22, 2006
Getting Around 
By Motorcycle & Moped -- Because Aruba's roads are good and the terrain is...
Last edited: April 26, 2006
Public Transportation 
Arubus - Constantly traveling from one end of the "One Happy Island" almost 24...
Last edited: September 07, 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Rental Cars Finding a rental car in Aruba is pretty easy. When you leave the...
Last edited: November 03, 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Off the Beaten Path 
Exploring Aruba  The ideal Caribbean vacation used to mean hours of tanning on...
Last edited: May 09, 2008
Shopping 
The stores of Aruba are stocked with well-priced imported merchandise.  Aruba...
Last edited: January 01, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Sailing Cruises & Watersports The incredibly blue waters of the Caribbean...
Last edited: November 30, 2006
Lots of water and Fun 
Fun things to do while visiting Aruba: Go on a semi-submarine and see a sunken...
Last edited: January 27, 2008
Scuba Diving 
Wrecks and More Wrecks Scuba diving in Aruba is mostly about wrecks.  In fact...
Last edited: September 17, 2008
Watch Shopping in Aruba 
Watch shopping in Aruba Here is a brief overview for watch shopping on the...
Last edited: January 05, 2007
Aruba Golf Club 
Aruba Golf Club is a different experience! You can smell the history when...
Last edited: June 21, 2008
Natural Pool 
It's The Journey Really! The only way to experience this is to adventure out...
Last edited: May 19, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Aruba offers everything from casual fast food to upscale dining. Most...
Last edited: January 03, 2008
Breakfast 
The brunch at the Hyatt, at Ruinas del Mar, is quite good. The Astoria also...
Last edited: February 03, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Cheap Eats in Aruba – In addition to the many fast food places on the island...
Last edited: November 21, 2007
Dining with a View 
Dining With A View – Flying Fishbone: By far the most romantic restaurant in...
Last edited: April 10, 2008
A Taste of Local Cuisine 
A Taste of Local Cuisine- Gasparito Restaurant & Art Gallery : Located in...
Last edited: July 12, 2006
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Inside For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency The official currency of Aruba is the Aruban florin , which is divided...
Last edited: August 20, 2008
Crossing the Border 
New Requirements for Travelers Between the United States and the Western...
Last edited: April 26, 2006
Emergencies 
Medical Services Hospital: Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital , L.G. Smith Blvd...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Important Phrases 
Simple Words and Phrases Bon dia: Good Morning Bon tardi: Good Afternoon Bon...
Last edited: December 19, 2007
Telephones 
Telephone Service If you are calling Aruba from abroad, the area code and...
Last edited: July 04, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tips A service charge of 15% is usually included in your restaurant bill. This...
Last edited: March 12, 2008
Customs 
Customs Regulations: Duty Free Persons 18 years of age or older are allowed to...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Taxes 
TAXES IN ARUBA   Aruba Tourists : There is a 6% government room tax on all...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
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