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Cosmo · 01-12-2011, 09:40 PM

Hoping someone can shed a little clarity on this for me. After researching past post I wasn't able to get a clear answer. We are staying in a private residance for a few weeks, and wondering if it is possible to buy an all incluve day pass to one of the AI's. I see they offer some to cruise passengers but what about non cruisers .

*Andrea J.* · 01-12-2011, 09:59 PM

which all inclusive?
divi/tamarijn?

i know there is an all inclusive pkg at the DEPALM ISLAND that lots of cruisers participate.
is that what you are referring to OR is it something like a day pass for food/beverage/beach/pool at a place like DIVI, TAM, RIU etc???

*Arubalisa* · 01-12-2011, 10:00 PM

You are not required to be a cruise passenger.
You need to be willing be pay the entrance fee

In most, if not all cases, it is less expensive to go to one of the beach and rent chaise lounges and umbrellas.

From a previous post

Resort Day Passes
www.arubabycruise.com/aboutaruba.html
"Make your cruise visit to Aruba the most enjoyable and memorable Caribbean Cruise experience you’ve ever had. Take advantage of Resort Day Pass offers for families and couples that visit our shores.

These Resort Day Passes will allow you to experience the best that Aruba has to offer and a little more...

Below is a listing of resorts offering cruise visitors exclusive cruise passenger packages or visit any of our information booths at the Aruba Ports Authority Cruise Terminal.

Amsterdam Manor Resort
Full day package: US$ 6.00 (9 am – 6 pm), Half Day package US$: 4.00 (3:00 pm – 6 pm)
*Offer includes 1 (one) towel and 1(one) lounge chair per person

Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Aruba
US $69 per adult, US $29 per child up to 12 years
Offer valid between 10:00 AM and 5:00PM and includes:
Lounge Chairs, Beach Towel (deposit required), Unlimited Food, Non-Alcoholic and Alcoholic House Brands, Food and Beverage can be consumed in any Restaurant or Bar which is open for service.
*Purchase at the front-desk of the hotel (1 (one) beach lounge and towel per person)

Occidental Grand Aruba Resort
US $77.00 per adult, Offer valid between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Pool facilities, Open Bar, All you can Eat, Lounge Chairs, Umbrella,
*Purchase at hotel guest service desk

Radisson Aruba Resort
Adults: $75, Kids 4-12 year: $37.50, Kids 0-3: Free
*Pass includes towels and all inclusive F&B

The Aruban Resort
US$15.00 for adult, US $10.00 for children
Pool facilities-chairs, towels, Beach facilities-chairs, towels
*A $25.00 US dollar deposit for towels per person is required"

Eagle Beach Resorts
Amsterdam Manor Resort $6 pp- chaise & towel

Palm Beach Resorts
Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Aruba $69 pp all inclusive
Occidental Grand Aruba Resort $77 pp all inclusive
Radisson Aruba Resort $75 pp all inclusive
The Aruban Resort $15- beach, pool & towel

It is not listed above, but I have heard conflicting reports as to whether or not the Renaissance is still offering passes. Personally, just to be on the safe side, I would verify these offers-- even more so during high season- December 18 - Easter week-- before scheduling your day around these offers.

~Amy~® · 01-12-2011, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arubalisa

Amsterdam Manor Resort
Full day package: US$ 6.00 (9 am – 6 pm), Half Day package US$: 4.00 (3:00 pm – 6 pm)
*Offer includes 1 (one) towel and 1(one) lounge chair per person

Eagle Beach Resorts
Amsterdam Manor Resort $6 pp- chaise & towel

I know that Amsterdam Manor is now $10/day per person (no half days) which includes a towel and use of a lounge chair. However, they only allow a certain amount of passes per day so that their guests at the hotel will not encounter a busy beach during their stay. It's best to call ahead.

*Arubalisa* · 01-12-2011, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Amy~®

It's best to call ahead.

Absolutely!

There are a ton of cruise passengers who want to take advantage of these very generous prices at the Amsterdam Manor and others as well.

Cosmo · 01-13-2011, 08:55 AM

Thank you for the feedback, I am looking for something like the RIU where my wife and I can go for the day; eat, drink and have fun with no worries or chores and spoil ourselves for the day.

MARK68 · 01-13-2011, 09:04 AM

Cosmo, I have done the passes for my wife and family visiting at the Occidental and the Rui. In my opinion the Rui is the best. You pay a little extra but you have a full day and night. The day pass for adult is 100.00 and 1/2 price for children. You can go to the resort for 9am and I believe the pass is good until 10pm or midnight. Included is towels, breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, beach, pool, sports bar with snacks and all the bars on the resort. They also offer passes for just kunch or dinner not sure of the price.

Cosmo · 01-13-2011, 02:32 PM

Mark
Thanks, I have stayed at the RUI and loved it. 100 for a day is a fair price all thing considered, it would be a splurdge worth taking
Thanks

*Andrea J.* · 01-13-2011, 03:00 PM

yes it would be a splurge but ya know.........
their pool and beach is amazing.
if you bought frozen pina coladas let's say 5 of them each at $7 =$35 and tip brings it to $42
x 2 people
= $84 just for frozen drinks over the course of a day
----------------------------------------------------------------

add in lunch at $10 pp plus tip = $25

add in dinner and wine at $60 pp plus tip $135

add up and there ya go! The Riu or a place similar could be a logical option!!
a splurge yup
a savings yup
the niceness (luxuries) of the riu "can be bought" ;-)

Cosmo · 01-13-2011, 03:07 PM

Couldn't agree more, its a great treat, thanks for breaking it down and making me feel even better about it

01-12-2011, 09:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
Cosmo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Boca Catilina Posts: 388	all inclusive day pass Hoping someone can shed a little clarity on this for me. After researching past post I wasn't able to get a clear answer. We are staying in a private residance for a few weeks, and wondering if it is possible to buy an all incluve day pass to one of the AI's. I see they offer some to cruise passengers but what about non cruisers . Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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01-12-2011, 09:59 PM	#2 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,251 Images: 80	which all inclusive? divi/tamarijn? i know there is an all inclusive pkg at the DEPALM ISLAND that lots of cruisers participate. is that what you are referring to OR is it something like a day pass for food/beverage/beach/pool at a place like DIVI, TAM, RIU etc??? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

01-12-2011, 10:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,683 Images: 174	You are not required to be a cruise passenger. You need to be willing be pay the entrance fee In most, if not all cases, it is less expensive to go to one of the beach and rent chaise lounges and umbrellas. From a previous post Resort Day Passes www.arubabycruise.com/aboutaruba.html "Make your cruise visit to Aruba the most enjoyable and memorable Caribbean Cruise experience you’ve ever had. Take advantage of Resort Day Pass offers for families and couples that visit our shores. These Resort Day Passes will allow you to experience the best that Aruba has to offer and a little more... Below is a listing of resorts offering cruise visitors exclusive cruise passenger packages or visit any of our information booths at the Aruba Ports Authority Cruise Terminal. Amsterdam Manor Resort Full day package: US$ 6.00 (9 am – 6 pm), Half Day package US$: 4.00 (3:00 pm – 6 pm) Offer includes 1 (one) towel and 1(one) lounge chair per person Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Aruba* US $69 per adult, US $29 per child up to 12 years Offer valid between 10:00 AM and 5:00PM and includes: Lounge Chairs, Beach Towel (deposit required), Unlimited Food, Non-Alcoholic and Alcoholic House Brands, Food and Beverage can be consumed in any Restaurant or Bar which is open for service. Purchase at the front-desk of the hotel (1 (one) beach lounge and towel per person) Occidental Grand Aruba Resort* US $77.00 per adult, Offer valid between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Pool facilities, Open Bar, All you can Eat, Lounge Chairs, Umbrella, Purchase at hotel guest service desk Radisson Aruba Resort* Adults: $75, Kids 4-12 year: $37.50, Kids 0-3: Free Pass includes towels and all inclusive F&B The Aruban Resort* US$15.00 for adult, US $10.00 for children Pool facilities-chairs, towels, Beach facilities-chairs, towels A $25.00 US dollar deposit for towels per person is required" Eagle Beach Resorts* Amsterdam Manor Resort $6 pp- chaise & towel Palm Beach Resorts Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Aruba $69 pp all inclusive Occidental Grand Aruba Resort $77 pp all inclusive Radisson Aruba Resort $75 pp all inclusive The Aruban Resort $15- beach, pool & towel It is not listed above, but I have heard conflicting reports as to whether or not the Renaissance is still offering passes. Personally, just to be on the safe side, I would verify these offers-- even more so during high season- December 18 - Easter week-- before scheduling your day around these offers. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba Last edited by Arubalisa; 01-12-2011 at 10:08 PM.

01-13-2011, 08:55 AM	#6 (permalink)
Cosmo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Boca Catilina Posts: 388	Thank you for the feedback, I am looking for something like the RIU where my wife and I can go for the day; eat, drink and have fun with no worries or chores and spoil ourselves for the day. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-13-2011, 09:04 AM	#7 (permalink)
MARK68 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: BUSTERS SPORTS BAR, CAFE CAPRI, MJ's, 080, Bugaloe, Amadeus Posts: 243	Cosmo, I have done the passes for my wife and family visiting at the Occidental and the Rui. In my opinion the Rui is the best. You pay a little extra but you have a full day and night. The day pass for adult is 100.00 and 1/2 price for children. You can go to the resort for 9am and I believe the pass is good until 10pm or midnight. Included is towels, breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, beach, pool, sports bar with snacks and all the bars on the resort. They also offer passes for just kunch or dinner not sure of the price. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-13-2011, 02:32 PM	#8 (permalink)
Cosmo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Boca Catilina Posts: 388	Mark Thanks, I have stayed at the RUI and loved it. 100 for a day is a fair price all thing considered, it would be a splurdge worth taking Thanks Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-13-2011, 03:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,251 Images: 80	yes it would be a splurge but ya know......... their pool and beach is amazing. if you bought frozen pina coladas let's say 5 of them each at $7 =$35 and tip brings it to $42 x 2 people = $84 just for frozen drinks over the course of a day ---------------------------------------------------------------- add in lunch at $10 pp plus tip = $25 add in dinner and wine at $60 pp plus tip $135 add up and there ya go! The Riu or a place similar could be a logical option!! a splurge yup a savings yup the niceness (luxuries) of the riu "can be bought" ;-) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer. Last edited by Andrea J.; 01-13-2011 at 03:02 PM.

01-13-2011, 03:07 PM	#10 (permalink)
Cosmo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Boca Catilina Posts: 388	Couldn't agree more, its a great treat, thanks for breaking it down and making me feel even better about it Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook