After many trips to Aruba I have found that majority of Arubans are friendly and hospitible. IMO they have earned the nickname "One Friendly Island". I dont actually remember have any really "Unpleasant Encounters". While you are in for a fairly long flight I think you will find it worth your effort.

Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, steering wheel in one hand, Martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming “Haaa Wooo” what a ride!!!"