I have been going to Aruba 2-3 times a year for 10 years. We have many friends there. We love the people of Aruba and service at the Wyndham and all over the island. The food is awesome and reasonable.
I have gone with my husband and with other girls without the husband and never encountered a problem with the people there. We walk around day and late night with no problems. I would suggest you beware of the drinks at some of the bars. As in the US and islands there is the problem with spiked drinks.

I have gone with friends and sent many friends to Aruba because I believe it is a safe island compared to any other place we have been. Heck I even tell strangers about Aruba.

Just a side note as we have been watching about the sad Holloway story. If that Dutch boy was with the girl and whatever beach they ended up, how did he get home???? It is has been much admitted that he was dropped off with the girl. I am not trying to be suspicious but I would assume by now a taxi driver would of come forward if that's how he got home. Did he call daddy?? CHECK THE CELL PHONE!! oKAY i WILL STOP PLAYING DETECTIVE. I just want closure for the family.