We've been going to Aruba for over 10 years and have always felt extremely safe- no matter the time of day or night. Have always stayed in the Palm Beach area, and this year will be staying a night or two in Savaneta before our timeshare week. I'm nervous about staying in this part of the island since I don't know much about that area. Let's hope the recent incidents are not an indication of a true rise in crime on the island. The safety of the island has been one of the main reasons we go to Aruba year after year - as well as the non-stop sunshine, turquoise sea, gorgeous beaches, etc