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gretch · 08-03-2009, 03:27 PM

We have some friends joining us for the second part of our trip this year (it's their first visit) and they have a "beer question."

They would like to check a 30 pack of beer along with their checked luggage. Does anyone know if this is possible? I read somewhere you could only check 14 beers but I don’t know what’s accurate and what’s not. They are flying AA if that matters.

Yes, I have suggested that they try Balashi and also suggested that they just save a little extra and just buy it in Aruba.

Thanks everyone!

Sunny Beaches · 08-03-2009, 04:02 PM

I don't know on beer, but tell them to go for the 30 pack, it will be 14 by the time they get it back LOL, especially if it's cold!!

*Arubalisa* · 08-03-2009, 04:04 PM

http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/aruba%20customs%20duty.html

http://www.aruba.com/forum/f33/customs-37169/#post132697

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Originally Posted by qlaval

Aruba Import regulations:

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Originally Posted by qlaval

Free import by non-residents older than 15 years (residents may import half the duty free quantities).
If more is imported the whole quantity is dutiable:
1. 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars;
2. 1 litre of distilled beverages or 2.25 litres of wine or 3 litres beer;
3. gift articles up to a value of AWG 100.-.

TomFrederick · 08-03-2009, 04:20 PM

As above states may cost them more in taxes/fines for being over the limit.
Tell them to go to a market like Ling and Sons. They have a fine selection of beer and wine and prices are good.

gretch · 08-03-2009, 04:25 PM

My math isn't the greatest but I think 3 liters of beer equals 8 12 oz cans.
I don't think they will be doing that! Thank you, AGAIN!

Chadd · 08-03-2009, 04:42 PM

if the beer is inside the luggage you will likely be paying for a heavy bag. If it is checked on its own, you will be paying for the additional "bag". Either way, it is cheaper to buy a case of Balashi or something else once you arrive in Aruba. And that's before paying any import duties.

Chadd · 08-03-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by gretch

My math isn't the greatest but I think 3 liters of beer equals 8 12 oz cans.
I don't think they will be doing that! Thank you, AGAIN!

According to the google calculator:
360 US fluid ounces = 10.6464706 liters

*Arubalisa* · 08-03-2009, 05:03 PM

Sampling of Ling and Sons beer products and pricing

gretch · 08-03-2009, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Chadd

According to the google calculator:
360 US fluid ounces = 10.6464706 liters

Ah, definitely won't be bringing a case of 30 then!

thank you everyone! I will suggest to them to just buy it there. Plus, with these guys a 30 pack would only last a day anyhow!

Tom and Karen · 08-03-2009, 05:12 PM

I think that you are correct. This would be per person.

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Originally Posted by gretch

My math isn't the greatest but I think 3 liters of beer equals 8 12 oz cans.
I don't think they will be doing that! Thank you, AGAIN!

08-03-2009, 03:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
gretch Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Eagle Beach Posts: 257 Images: 22	Beer Question We have some friends joining us for the second part of our trip this year (it's their first visit) and they have a "beer question." They would like to check a 30 pack of beer along with their checked luggage. Does anyone know if this is possible? I read somewhere you could only check 14 beers but I don’t know what’s accurate and what’s not. They are flying AA if that matters. Yes, I have suggested that they try Balashi and also suggested that they just save a little extra and just buy it in Aruba. Thanks everyone! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ -gretch

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08-03-2009, 04:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
Sunny Beaches Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 500	I don't know on beer, but tell them to go for the 30 pack, it will be 14 by the time they get it back LOL, especially if it's cold!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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TomFrederick Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Aruba, cruises, Posts: 298	As above states may cost them more in taxes/fines for being over the limit. Tell them to go to a market like Ling and Sons. They have a fine selection of beer and wine and prices are good. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

08-03-2009, 04:25 PM	#5 (permalink)
gretch Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Eagle Beach Posts: 257 Images: 22	My math isn't the greatest but I think 3 liters of beer equals 8 12 oz cans. I don't think they will be doing that! Thank you, AGAIN! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ -gretch

08-03-2009, 04:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
Chadd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arikok Antilla Natural pool Posts: 1,157	if the beer is inside the luggage you will likely be paying for a heavy bag. If it is checked on its own, you will be paying for the additional "bag". Either way, it is cheaper to buy a case of Balashi or something else once you arrive in Aruba. And that's before paying any import duties. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

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