Cactus Flower: Thanks for your comment. Almost all the car rental agencies in Aruba have Jeeps to rent, so I don't think you will have a problem finding one. Have a great trip! Please consider posting your travelogue. I would like to read it!
My husband and I are gonna making a trip to Aruba. I wanna some tips on how to get a jeep so we to can get to see the country site on this beuatifull island. I was born there, but I do live in The Netherlands. For me it is a long time ago that I have visit my island (10 years ago)
Thanks for your journal. I found it very interesting and informative. My daughter, son-in-law and I plan to leave next Tuesday for Aruba. It is my 1st time to go out of the states for 35 years. I'm counting the days!
nancp74: The Marriott where we stayed has another property right next door that has a casino. It's called the Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino.
There are many great restaurants on the island. It's safe and easy to travel around, so it's not really necessary to go all inclusive. We specifically chose a place with a kitchenette, so we never considered going all inclusive. My husband and I enjoyed driving and seeing the different parts of the island. But, I suppose the decision of whether or not to go all inclusive depends on your style of vacationing. I realize some people really like simply staying at the hotel the whole week, reading books, hanging out at the beach, taking part in a hotel's planned activities or whatever. I'm sure someplace like the Divi Aruba All Inclusive is a fine place to stay.
planning on going to aruba in september - we will be going with another couple. we could use some suggestions on where to stay- should we go all inclusive???? we would like to be right on the beach-husbands enjoy the casino. any comments welcome. thanks nancp74
Christine W: Thank for your comment! It's interesting to me that you have been to Aruba 7 times, yet you continue to search out "tips and tricks." That's so great! Do you post travel tips somewhere? I bet you have some wonderful advice to share.
For me it is a long time ago that I have visit my island (10 years ago)
There are many great restaurants on the island. It's safe and easy to travel around, so it's not really necessary to go all inclusive. We specifically chose a place with a kitchenette, so we never considered going all inclusive. My husband and I enjoyed driving and seeing the different parts of the island. But, I suppose the decision of whether or not to go all inclusive depends on your style of vacationing. I realize some people really like simply staying at the hotel the whole week, reading books, hanging out at the beach, taking part in a hotel's planned activities or whatever. I'm sure someplace like the Divi Aruba All Inclusive is a fine place to stay.
oberlin60: Thanks for your comment! Aruba certainly is a beautiful country. I wish you the best of luck for getting to visit again.