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AhhAruba · 10-29-2011, 05:43 PM

I am taking a carry-on to Aruba in December so have limited space. I purchased a spring float and when I got it realized even after it collapses it is just too big for the small suitcase. Does anyone have any suggestions for one that packs well?

Thanks!

*Andrea J.* · 10-29-2011, 05:44 PM

there are blow up noodles that pack wonderfully.

check amazon or ebay for blow up pool noodles.

Bill · 10-29-2011, 06:55 PM

We will pack a new one going, nice and compact then give it away to a deserving person and ask them to pass on and so on. In other words, our raft gets a longer vacation than we do

Cosmo · 10-29-2011, 07:41 PM

Ive done the same and you definately get your money out of it in use, and will absolutely make someones day when you pass it on..I try to pick someone I see reading one of SanNic44's book.

AhhAruba · 10-29-2011, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill

We will pack a new one going, nice and compact then give it away to a deserving person and ask them to pass on and so on. In other words, our raft gets a longer vacation than we do

I have been the lucky beneficiary of a donated float while there. It is a great way to lighten up the old suitcase before you leave the island and make someone's day to boot.

cindyo · 10-30-2011, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by AhhAruba

I am taking a carry-on to Aruba in December so have limited space. I purchased a spring float and when I got it realized even after it collapses it is just too big for the small suitcase. Does anyone have any suggestions for one that packs well?

Thanks!

we carry the papason type of spring float that fits in our carry on. Its much smaller and when in use looks like you are sitting in a flying saucer.

phillyboater · 11-01-2011, 07:41 PM

Will be taking the papasan float this year and then pack in our our timeshare storage tote for future use.

AhhAruba · 11-03-2011, 12:07 AM

I just ordered the papasan chair. It looks like a great option. Thanks for the suggestion Cindyo!

Karen Lutzker · 11-03-2011, 11:59 AM

My husband and I recently returned from Aruba. While in the water we were speaking to a woman who had a very nice large float. I asked her how she transported the float to Aruba. Her reply was that she purchased the float from the Holiday Inn Sunspree gift shop for only $5.00. The pool boy had an air pump and put the air into the float free of charge.

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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: 13,258 Images: 80	there are blow up noodles that pack wonderfully. check amazon or ebay for blow up pool noodles. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook AhhAruba likes this. __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

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Bill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Any beach, party, bar or Casino!!!!!! Posts: 1,030 Images: 3	We will pack a new one going, nice and compact then give it away to a deserving person and ask them to pass on and so on. In other words, our raft gets a longer vacation than we do Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook AhhAruba likes this. __________________ BW

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Cosmo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Boca Catilina Posts: 388	Ive done the same and you definately get your money out of it in use, and will absolutely make someones day when you pass it on..I try to pick someone I see reading one of SanNic44's book. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook arubadebbi and AhhAruba like this.

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phillyboater Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 86	Will be taking the papasan float this year and then pack in our our timeshare storage tote for future use. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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AhhAruba Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 85	I just ordered the papasan chair. It looks like a great option. Thanks for the suggestion Cindyo! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook cindyo likes this. __________________

11-03-2011, 11:59 AM	#9 (permalink)
Karen Lutzker Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: The beaches and the sea Posts: 381 Images: 9	Floats My husband and I recently returned from Aruba. While in the water we were speaking to a woman who had a very nice large float. I asked her how she transported the float to Aruba. Her reply was that she purchased the float from the Holiday Inn Sunspree gift shop for only $5.00. The pool boy had an air pump and put the air into the float free of charge. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook