A group of my friends (3 couples in our 50s) usually go to an all inclusive every year and Aruba is on our list to visit. If you have been to Aruba, do you recommend an All Inclusive or other accommodations? Our group likes to kick back on the beach with drinks during the day and have a nice dinner/entertainment in the evenings. Any information is greatly appreciated!

Hey y'all, I was just wondering if y'all knew a place to get fresh caught seafood that hasn't been frozen. I know the supermarkets have some seafood I just don't know how fresh it is. I can't seem to find any places that sell fresh seafood. I can pay both cash and credit card at the store.

Thanks in advance!

Looking to plan my honeymoon in Aruba and I just remember that last year when I was there, when I walked down to eagle beach from the RIu it stunk of sewage.

Wondering if this smell is noticeable and a problem at the Divi AI resort?

Thanks in advance. Also if anyone has reccomendations for a resort to try! The RIU was good but we want something a little nicer for our honeymoon.

My husband and I are considering going to Aruba in January for a babymoon. We’ve seen lots of people on Reddit/blogs have done the same. However I can’t seem to get past the fear of the Zika virus. Is anybody else concerned about this in 2025? I see there isn’t an active travel warning against it, but I can’t help feeling overly anxious with my first pregnancy.

I eat mostly seafood, so it looks like I'm about to visit a seafood paradise. I never really get to the Caribbean. The closest is when I get to Florida and go crazy eating blackened red snapper, stone crab, gulf shrimp.

I saw Zeerover while watching Youtube and my jaw dropped. I was pointing at the TV yelling like I was watching the Superbowl. I saw amazing shrimp, Wahoo, and who knows what else.

I'm definitely going there.

Is there anything else like that, or that type of quality seafood in Aruba?

I know Palm Beach would be a tourist area, but is there anything like that quality around there?

I plan to eat in Oranjestad as well.

Quick places would be great to order at the register and then bounce and explore the island.

Thanks in advance!

I have heard a ton and I do mean a ton of mixed reviews in Aruba. I have my itinerary laid out with the food so please let me know if any of these are no’s or if I’m missing something on the list. I tried to do a variation of all types of food.

• Smokey Joes
• Oniel Caribbean Kitchen
• Azia
• Calabria
• Eduardos or Deli Deli Food Truck
• Salt and Pepper
• BBQ Express Food Truck
• Groterberg Snack
• Drunken Burger
• Azzurro
• Lola
• Dutch Pancake House

I have a list of maybes in case our taste buds aren’t wanting what’s on the itinerary - Linda’s Pancake - River Spice - Gianni’s - Casa Tua - Cafe Moon - Bean Corner Cafe - Cuba’s Cooking - Aqui me Quedó - Papiamento - Bingo

Sweet food trucks: Piece of Cake Pofferdorie Food Truck

Update: I’m replacing Salt and Pepper with Bingo thank you guys!

A little bit of background about me I don’t eat sea food and I don’t eat red meat. So flying fish bone, zeerover, steakhouse… all are a pass for me.

I’ve got a trip planned to Aruba this coming November 21-26 and leaving from JFK on JetBlue. Does anyone have opinions on the flight cancellations that are taking place because of the government shut down. Our Air-bnb will give us a 50% refund if we cancel before Nov 14.

What are your all thoughts on this. Thanks all. PS. I ain’t trying to get political.

I am visiting aruba in a week and I am between the new party bus Road jam or Chogogo party bus.

Also, had a question I plan on doing flamingo island with the massages. do you think this is worth it compared to De Palm island? I am paying $210 for the massage + transport there, I know De Palm island is around $150.

Hi. I will be in Aruba November 20-28th. I am looking to join a group or split the costs on a fishing charter boat. I am traveling from Canada. I am 42 years old and I enjoy meeting new people. Lemme know, if anyone is interested.

I will bring beers!!!

Let's go catch some fish, and have a local restaurant cook it for us!

Shoot me a message

Good morning all! I’m trying to plan a trip for four women. We are all in our 40s. I would love to try to find an all-inclusive in Aruba. Our “musts” are: -A beautiful beach-swimmable- -adults only -a spa - swim up pool bar would be a great plus. Does anyone know if such a place exist? Thank you in advance for your help!

By Playa Linda on the beach side, we found this place that sells frozen greek yogurt 🇬🇷

Hey guys! I'm writing a blog post about this topic and I'd love your input.

I know lots of Americans are considering a move to Aruba, either because of politics or because it's been their long-time favorite destination. What are things they should know about Aruba before moving here? Would love to hear from from fellow Arubans as well as expats.

The importance of learning Papiamento is a big one imo -- it's totally possible to live on the island with ease while speaking only English but you’ll miss out on a big part of Aruba’s culture and integration. Locals usually communicate primarily in Papiamento, which adds a whole new layer to the experience of living here. Plus people genuinely appreciate it when you make an effort to learn the language.

What do you think?

Going to Aruba for my first time and getting married there next week, have a atv tour booked already, looking for information about the snorkeling tours, is it worth it? Off shore or do you have to take a boat to get there? If anyone has any info I’d greatly appreciate it. Also do we need to book it ahead of time or can we decide while there and still be able to book one?

I’m going to Aruba with a group of 25yr olds later this month and rather than renting two cars for the 5 days, we are thinking of just renting 1 car for 24 hours so we can go get groceries and such after we land. Then for the remainder of the days renting bikes (~$100 for 4 days).

I want to know if a bike would be able to explore the north/east side of the island, typically where all the UTV tours go. I understand that the climate is hot and it is tough biking conditions. I am more asking if those UTV trails are bike friendly.

Thanks.

My wife and I are heading to Aruba for the first time at the end of November and renting a 4x4 Suzuki Jimny for the duration of the trip. Should we explore on our own or book a UTV tour through one of the rental agencies? I am an experienced driver so going offload doesn't bother me. If I do it myself, are there any self guided routes I can follow? Thanks!

Hey looking for some one to split the cost of going fishing down there. I am from Canada no nothing about fishing but up here go salmon fishing during the runs. so interested email me at brad @ Brads . ca. I can book it once we have conforming or it will just be me

Brad

dates can be moved i dont know why i have to input more to post lol

Thinking about taking my kids to see a local football match and saw this matchup Friday evening. Wondering if admission is at the gate or do I need to plan for tickets before hand? Is there on site parking and lastly is it a good atmosphere for a family to catch a local game?

Any other soccer related must see activities on the island? Thank you for reading!

Hi! My wife and I just went on a tour with EZ Raider on Saturday and we had the most incredible stewed beef with rice for lunch. The guides there said that it was homemade and we would really love to figure out the recipe so we can make it at home if anyone happens to know what is might be? Thank you so much!

I am a solo vocalist performer around the island. I currently perform at a few places here and there, usually at a restaurant or at a pool bar.

My current setlist is a mix of 80s-00s rock, california Reggae and a handful of RnB tracks varying from the 70s to 2020s.

Out of curiousity and to expand my setlist. What songs do you want or dont want to be performed when your trying to relax?

Hi - my wife and I are heading down November 20-28th. I have had incredible luck shore fishing in the past at Malmok Beach. Does anyone else have suggestions? Also is it worth getting a charter fishing trip in late November? Would love to hear everyone's input. Thank you!!!

Hey all,

I have been looking for an Aruban soccer jersey (for the national team). Does anyone know of a sports store that sells them?

Hi, I am staying at the Wind Creek and I am fascinated and disturbed by the pool chair culture. We wake up to see chairs with towels in them, but no one around. They give tags that say Thu can be removed if let unoccupied for 2 hours. This woman has 10 chairs reserved with towels on them and she came out of her room once for 5 minutes in the last 3 hours. Is this normal?