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saz · 04-08-2008, 04:32 PM

Hi - My boyfriend and I are deaf. We were wondering if the tours across the island (jeep tours, island sightseeing tours, etc) are worth it for someone who cannot hear. The tours all have speakers that explain what is being seen, etc, correct?

Do you think its worth for a deaf couple to go on these tours at all? How much do you think it was beneficial to understand the tour guide or would you have gotten the same exposure as going on your own?

Thanks sooooo much for your opinions in advance. Nothing will be taken offensively!

*Arubalisa* · 04-08-2008, 06:17 PM

I would suggest renting a 4 x 4 and touring on your own for at least a day. See the island at your own pace, stop where you like and when you like. Maybe squeeze in some snorkeling as well.

confused1 · 04-08-2008, 06:26 PM

Wonder if Depalm or any of the others have someone that does sign

*Arubalisa* · 04-08-2008, 08:46 PM

If you like contact this taxi driver bullytaxi79@hotmail.com.
Through his vast contacts, he may know possible taxi drivers who sign. Private tours are $40 an hour for a maximum of 5 people per taxi.

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saz Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 9	Tours on the island Hi - My boyfriend and I are deaf. We were wondering if the tours across the island (jeep tours, island sightseeing tours, etc) are worth it for someone who cannot hear. The tours all have speakers that explain what is being seen, etc, correct? Do you think its worth for a deaf couple to go on these tours at all? How much do you think it was beneficial to understand the tour guide or would you have gotten the same exposure as going on your own? Thanks sooooo much for your opinions in advance. Nothing will be taken offensively! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Staying at the Renaissance Resort, in a few weeks! ARuuuuuBa!

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Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,108 Images: 167	I would suggest renting a 4 x 4 and touring on your own for at least a day. See the island at your own pace, stop where you like and when you like. Maybe squeeze in some snorkeling as well. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Cat Resource Directory ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

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confused1 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 87	Wonder if Depalm or any of the others have someone that does sign Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

04-08-2008, 08:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,108 Images: 167	If you like contact this taxi driver bullytaxi79@hotmail.com. Through his vast contacts, he may know possible taxi drivers who sign. Private tours are $40 an hour for a maximum of 5 people per taxi. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Cat Resource Directory ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba