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*Andrea J.* · 05-19-2009, 10:45 PM

We all have certain things that we MUST do in aruba.
For me it is vegetate in the sun and listen to books on my ipod.

I will make a list/poll.
Folks can choose 2.
and....feel free to post your own thoughts too.

Andrea

*Arubalisa* · 05-19-2009, 11:01 PM

I'm in the lounging, do nothing mode while in Aruba as well. With the addition of a child though, now we try to get in a couple of activities each trip. Right now the only definite is the south coast lunch snorkel tour on Tranquilo.

Chadd · 05-19-2009, 11:08 PM

I tend to keep myself busy for the most part. I spend a little time on the beach relaxing but much more of it is spent diving, downtown or visiting some of my favorite places off the beaten path.

Mr. Ratt · 05-20-2009, 11:03 AM

As well as the list, or should I say aside from the list, the only must-do is horseback riding. It's the one thing that I really look forward to, I don't know if it's because of the horses, the people at La Ponderosa, or what it is.
I only know it's the only "off the resort" event that my Lady and I plan.
Other than that, 1/2 hour in the morning and 1/2 hour under the stars meditating by the ocean. Aruba's my recharge...

cindyo · 05-20-2009, 12:50 PM

My biggest decision of each day is where I am going to park myself at the beach, and then by the pool. All restaurants are chosen b4 we even leave U.S.

danadog56 · 05-21-2009, 09:13 PM

that isn't too hard....if you just combine doing nothing I am on vacation with lounging on the beach for endless hours.....with a balashi of course !!!!!!!

SanNic44 · 05-22-2009, 07:37 AM

Catch up with old friends, make a few new ones.

44

Snidely · 05-22-2009, 08:50 AM

Our only 'must do' is our daily early morning walk on the beach. We start every day with a walk from Tamarijn to Amsterdam manor and back usually hitting the beach 7:00-7:30 AM. We find it an excellent way to begin our days in paradise.

arubamark · 05-22-2009, 04:27 PM

Drink as many Balashi's as I can b4 my flight home.

Bill · 05-22-2009, 06:04 PM

Have the curly fries with a Chi Chi at Lacabana. Then the Casinos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

View Poll Results: What do you HAVE to do in Aruba?
nothing I am on vacation	29	54.72%
island tours by cab or tour bus	2	3.77%
jeep tours aka see how dirty you can get	2	3.77%
shop downtown, palm beach or little local places	17	32.08%
go to the beach for endless hours in sun and shade and water	32	60.38%
hang out by the pool, in the pool with occasional dips in ocean	24	45.28%
casinos	21	39.62%
restaurants	29	54.72%
timeshare tours	2	3.77%
scuba, snorkeling, watersports	18	33.96%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 53. You may not vote on this poll

05-19-2009, 10:45 PM	#1 (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	In Aruba What do YOU have to do? We all have certain things that we MUST do in aruba. For me it is vegetate in the sun and listen to books on my ipod. I will make a list/poll. Folks can choose 2. and....feel free to post your own thoughts too. Andrea 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.

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05-19-2009, 11:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,683 Images: 174	I'm in the lounging, do nothing mode while in Aruba as well. With the addition of a child though, now we try to get in a couple of activities each trip. Right now the only definite is the south coast lunch snorkel tour on Tranquilo. 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

05-19-2009, 11:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
Chadd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arikok Antilla Natural pool Posts: 1,226	I tend to keep myself busy for the most part. I spend a little time on the beach relaxing but much more of it is spent diving, downtown or visiting some of my favorite places off the beaten path. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

05-20-2009, 11:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
Mr. Ratt Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Druif Beach, Rooftop of the Coconuts Bar (what a view!), Santa Ana church and graveyard in Noord, Lourdes/San Nicholas, Alto Vista Peace Labyrinth, Rancho La Ponderosa, Rat Land Posts: 402 Images: 19	As well as the list, or should I say aside from the list, the only must-do is horseback riding. It's the one thing that I really look forward to, I don't know if it's because of the horses, the people at La Ponderosa, or what it is. I only know it's the only "off the resort" event that my Lady and I plan. Other than that, 1/2 hour in the morning and 1/2 hour under the stars meditating by the ocean. Aruba's my recharge... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Mr. Ratt www.heyoka-healing.com It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... Back to Paradise in

05-20-2009, 12:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,690 Images: 138	My biggest decision of each day is where I am going to park myself at the beach, and then by the pool. All restaurants are chosen b4 we even leave U.S. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in

05-21-2009, 09:13 PM	#6 (permalink)
danadog56 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: everywhere and anywhere Posts: 1,650 Images: 13	that isn't too hard....if you just combine doing nothing I am on vacation with lounging on the beach for endless hours.....with a balashi of course !!!!!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ 5 1/2 months and counting..........but getting closer everyday !!!

05-22-2009, 07:37 AM	#7 (permalink)
SanNic44 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Savaneta Posts: 1,039	Catch up with old friends, make a few new ones. 44 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba's Novelist in Residence (sometimes) http://www.bentpage.wordpress.com/

05-22-2009, 08:50 AM	#8 (permalink)
Snidely Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bunker Bar Posts: 223 Images: 13	Our only 'must do' is our daily early morning walk on the beach. We start every day with a walk from Tamarijn to Amsterdam manor and back usually hitting the beach 7:00-7:30 AM. We find it an excellent way to begin our days in paradise. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Joe & Mimi LIFE IS GOOD

05-22-2009, 04:27 PM	#9 (permalink)
arubamark Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Rennaissance Island & Bully's Taxi Posts: 1,294 Images: 47	Drink as many Balashi's as I can b4 my flight home. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

05-22-2009, 06:04 PM	#10 (permalink)
Bill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Any beach, party, bar or Casino!!!!!! Posts: 1,030 Images: 3	Have the curly fries with a Chi Chi at Lacabana. Then the Casinos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ BW