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DD-in-AZ · 04-20-2011, 12:39 PM

I have been to several Caribbean islands. Never Aruba. SOme of them have terribly crazy drivers, some of them are fine. Was wondering how it is driving around Aruba when you don't really know where you are going? Is it worht renting a car for a day to drive around and check things out?

Thanks!

cindyo · 04-20-2011, 01:08 PM

We've rented cars for a few days at a time. Driving is easy. All roads lead back into town essentially. If you get lost, look for Oranestad signs. The only issues we have found is in their rotary's, which if you drive carefully aren't an issue. They aren't crazy drivers in my opinion. Others may disagree...

gaby · 04-20-2011, 01:13 PM

i've driven on some other islands and it always freaked me out. aruba is a dream to drive in especially compared to other islands. you won't mind it at all.....

*Andrea J.* · 04-20-2011, 01:47 PM

speed is a huge issue on aruba.
many drivers do not obey the speed limits.
alcohol and driving are also a huge issue.

taking the same precautions as you would at home is the norm.
road signs are easily understood.

compared to many caribbean islands aruba is a cakewalk.
http://www.aruba.com/sigma/road_signs_in_aruba.pdf
click the above link to see road signs for aruba

Bill · 04-20-2011, 06:28 PM

Just dawned on me, for the many years we have been going to Aruba I have never driven. I guess its just being smart

Dont drink and drive

Windy · 04-20-2011, 06:32 PM

We've never had a problem with driving, and always rent a car -- mostly to go exploring the wilder side of the island and to get to all the fantastic restaurants. Road signs are not always respected, so be on the defensive!

DANNYO · 04-20-2011, 07:10 PM

Easy to drive,not to expensive to rent a car,We rent just for the convenience to have it to get from a to z.

jdoll · 04-21-2011, 07:56 AM

Driving in Aruba is simple ....... just watch out for the tourists

shanealf · 04-27-2011, 09:05 AM

Driving is easy in Aruba and it is the best way to explore the island and effectively utilize your vacation period.

stinky2 · 05-13-2011, 08:54 AM

The drivers we encountered drove crazy fast, and a bit reckless. We adapted and just drove more defensively ourselves. My husband started to really enjoy it after awhile.

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cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,692 Images: 138	We've rented cars for a few days at a time. Driving is easy. All roads lead back into town essentially. If you get lost, look for Oranestad signs. The only issues we have found is in their rotary's, which if you drive carefully aren't an issue. They aren't crazy drivers in my opinion. Others may disagree... 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

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gaby Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 486	i've driven on some other islands and it always freaked me out. aruba is a dream to drive in especially compared to other islands. you won't mind it at all..... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

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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	speed is a huge issue on aruba. many drivers do not obey the speed limits. alcohol and driving are also a huge issue. taking the same precautions as you would at home is the norm. road signs are easily understood. compared to many caribbean islands aruba is a cakewalk. http://www.aruba.com/sigma/road_signs_in_aruba.pdf click the above link to see road signs for aruba 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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Bill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Any beach, party, bar or Casino!!!!!! Posts: 1,030 Images: 3	Just dawned on me, for the many years we have been going to Aruba I have never driven. I guess its just being smart Dont drink and drive Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ BW

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Windy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Eagle Beach, exploring the "Outback", Madi's tour to the Natural Pool , dinner at Papiamento's Posts: 613 Images: 50	We've never had a problem with driving, and always rent a car -- mostly to go exploring the wilder side of the island and to get to all the fantastic restaurants. Road signs are not always respected, so be on the defensive! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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DANNYO Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Marriott Surf Club Posts: 1,580 Images: 1	Easy to drive,not to expensive to rent a car,We rent just for the convenience to have it to get from a to z. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

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jdoll Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 214	Driving in Aruba is simple ....... just watch out for the tourists Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Bon bini bèk na paradiso Next Aruba trip in

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shanealf Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 6	How is driving in Aruba? Driving is easy in Aruba and it is the best way to explore the island and effectively utilize your vacation period. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

05-13-2011, 08:54 AM	#10 (permalink)
stinky2 Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Eagle Beach, Baby Beach and Lings. Posts: 83	The drivers we encountered drove crazy fast, and a bit reckless. We adapted and just drove more defensively ourselves. My husband started to really enjoy it after awhile. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook