ARUBA

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Exploring the Island

Aruba is approximately 20 miles long by 6 miles across at its widest point. Needless to say if you get lost you’re never too far from home base and that’s half the fun! There are numerous regions to explore, natural wonders to experience and the opportunity to meet some of the friendliest people in the Caribbean. There are beaches everywhere and no matter what your preference, you will without doubt find your favorite!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shopping

 

The shops of Aruba are filled with wonderful products! You will find an incredible selection of jewelry, perfume, designer clothes, crystal, electronics and souvenirs. There is a myriad of unique collectables from local artisans all priced very reasonable. Many of the stores are open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, although some close for lunch from 12 noon to 2:00 pm. The mall stores are open from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, some of the stores are open on Sundays if there are cruise ships in port.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ELECTRICITY

North American voltage standard of 110 A.C. (60 cycles), the same as in the United States and Canada. The TV standard is NTSC so your home video camera will also play back on the hotel's TV sets or large screen projectors.

 

WATER

Aruba’s tap water is pure and refreshing, distilled in the world's second largest saltwater desalination plant. Leave your water bottles at home!

 

HEALTH CARE

Aruba boasts the Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital, a medical facility equipped with reputable medical staff, 280 beds and modern equipment. The hospital is located across from Punta Brabu Beach. It functions as a general hospital with established ties to the U.S., Colombian, Venezuelan, Puerto Rican, and Dutch hospitals for specialized treatment and care. Aruba is equipped to handle nearly every medical problem. In the event of a unique case where the island’s medical services are not equipped to provide a service, a quick airlift to facilities in neighboring Curacao is an option.

GET YOUR BEARINGS

Aruba is easy and convenient to get around. Aruban’s speak several languages, with English widely spoken throughout the island. The U.S. dollar is accepted everywhere. There are several English publications and loads of tourist literature to keep you informed and up to date on what the island has to offer.

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WEATHER

The weather here is almost always perfect! The average temperature is 82-85. The nights are perfect too. The nighttime temperature ranges from 76-80. The humidity level is high, but considering you are smack dab in the middle of the Caribbean, it’s very tolerable. Aruba’s prevailing trade winds will help to keep you cool during the day and provide a comfortable experience in the sun.

Currency

 

The official currency of Aruba is the Aruban florin, which is divided into 100 cents. Silver coins are in denominations of 5, 10, 25 and 50 cents, one florin, 2 1/2 florins and 5 florins. The square shaped 50-cent coin is probably Aruba's best-known coin. The florin fluctuates with the dollar on the world market. Current exchange rates are Af. 1.77 to the U.S. Dollar and Af. 1.34 to the Canadian Dollar. U.S. dollars are widely accepted in Aruba, and banks may exchange other foreign currency.  (exchange rate may vary)

Oranjestad the capital city of aruba

Located on Aruba's southern coast, Oranjestad is the historical Dutch capital city where the multicolored houses with carved wooded doors and traditional Dutch tiles and open galleries. All of Aruba's government buildings and main offices are located in the capital city, Oranjestad is also the place to shop or to browse in the marketplace for art and handicrafts.

There is no need to buy bottled water in Aruba, the island's tap water is pure and refreshing, distilled in the world's second largest saltwater desalination plant. Oil is refined on the island's southwest coast and a by-product of this process is abundant pure drinking water and electricity. The plant is called the WEB, and there are many requests to tour the plant that is located in Balashi (tel. (297) 582-4700).

Quick Facts

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Phone:   297-587-6601 (Aruba)

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