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*Andrea J.* · 01-28-2011, 09:28 AM

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WHERE TO STAY hotels and timeshares

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ACTIVITIES/ Sports

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Nightlife

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Originally Posted by Janke0216

We were lucky enough to go to Aruba last year, on a cruise so just did the day visit and trip. Also we went in March and the weather was beautiful, not so sure about what the weather will be like in July any comments gladly welcomed. Tips where to visit etc; trip will consist of Dad, mum, Son (25) and girlfriend, (these two are always looking for something to do) we me and Dad put me in the shade with a good book.

So any mixed comments on activities would be welcomed and where we should be looking to stay as the flight is already booked.

J

*Arubalisa* · 01-28-2011, 11:30 PM

Welcome to the forum

http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/first%20time.html

July weather
Average high temperature 89 F.
Average low temperature 80 F.
Average temperature 83 F.
Average water temperature 82 F.
Average wind speed 19 mph
Average maximum wind speed 36 mph
Average rainfall 1.20 inch (20.3 inches annual)

LYOUNG47 · 01-30-2011, 03:09 PM

Our first time was in December at the Tam! Absolutely LOVED it. Take a ziplock and load up on bagels to feed the fish when you go snorkeling at baby beach or anyother place. I have great underwater pictures/videos using kodak playsport camera. Agree with renting 4 Wheel-it was GREAT on the "far side" of the island. go exploring-you can't get lost! We'll be back next year!!

tarynitup10 · 01-31-2011, 10:34 AM

Sorry I haven't been able to get on the website lately, but thank you for all the tips!! I' getting so excited, 1 week away!! I just hope the snow storm we are going to get in Chicago is cleared by then. Has anyone tried the Aruba Aloe or sunscreen. Are they worth the money or is it just like stuff we can buy in the states?

Divi chic · 01-31-2011, 11:25 AM

Welcome to the forum. It will only take one trip to Aruba to fall in love with the island. We will be returning in April for our 11th visit.
Hope you have a great time!

cstewart · 01-31-2011, 12:08 PM

Stayed at the Divi All Inclusive in December. You will love it. Have attached a few pictures of the beach for you.

Edronenburg · 01-31-2011, 12:38 PM

As they say, "Better late than never;" Welcome to the Forum.

Ed

tarynitup10 · 01-31-2011, 03:51 PM

great pictures. thanks for sharing!

marmi · 02-04-2011, 09:28 AM

Hello all, another couple here... same age group as you guys & also staying at the Divi so be sure to come back & let us know how ye got on. We have to wait untill May

counting down the days!

*Andrea J.* · 02-04-2011, 09:30 AM

welcome marmi!!!
may is not so far out.........unless you have 4' of snow on the ground and walk with fear of falling and breaking a hip........may seems a long time off then.

01-28-2011, 11:30 PM	#22 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,684 Images: 174	Welcome to the forum http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/first%20time.html July weather Average high temperature 89 F. Average low temperature 80 F. Average temperature 83 F. Average water temperature 82 F. Average wind speed 19 mph Average maximum wind speed 36 mph Average rainfall 1.20 inch (20.3 inches annual) 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

01-30-2011, 03:09 PM	#23 (permalink)
LYOUNG47 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 9	Our first time was in December at the Tam! Absolutely LOVED it. Take a ziplock and load up on bagels to feed the fish when you go snorkeling at baby beach or anyother place. I have great underwater pictures/videos using kodak playsport camera. Agree with renting 4 Wheel-it was GREAT on the "far side" of the island. go exploring-you can't get lost! We'll be back next year!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-31-2011, 10:34 AM	#24 (permalink)
tarynitup10 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 11	Sorry I haven't been able to get on the website lately, but thank you for all the tips!! I' getting so excited, 1 week away!! I just hope the snow storm we are going to get in Chicago is cleared by then. Has anyone tried the Aruba Aloe or sunscreen. Are they worth the money or is it just like stuff we can buy in the states? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-31-2011, 11:25 AM	#25 (permalink)
Divi chic Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 50	Welcome to the forum. It will only take one trip to Aruba to fall in love with the island. We will be returning in April for our 11th visit. Hope you have a great time! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-31-2011, 12:08 PM	#26 (permalink)
cstewart Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 5	Stayed at the Divi All Inclusive in December. You will love it. Have attached a few pictures of the beach for you. Attached Thumbnails Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-31-2011, 12:38 PM	#27 (permalink)
Edronenburg Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Mariott Age: 79 Posts: 570	As they say, "Better late than never;" Welcome to the Forum. Ed Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-31-2011, 03:51 PM	#28 (permalink)
tarynitup10 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 11	great pictures. thanks for sharing! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

02-04-2011, 09:28 AM	#29 (permalink)
marmi Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1	Another first timer! Hello all, another couple here... same age group as you guys & also staying at the Divi so be sure to come back & let us know how ye got on. We have to wait untill May counting down the days! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

02-04-2011, 09:30 AM	#30 (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: 13,255 Images: 80	welcome marmi!!! may is not so far out.........unless you have 4' of snow on the ground and walk with fear of falling and breaking a hip........may seems a long time off then. 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.