I know there are many discussions re. transportation to and from locations on the island. My partner and I are staying at the Riu and I am intersted in knowing how far away we are from the relevant places/events such as the "bonbini festival" and major bar/club/restaurant areas (i.e. Señor Frogs, Carlos and Charlie's, Euphoria, etc). We def. want to take advantage of the nightlife on the island and I want to figure out if taking a cab or public transporation would be best? Thanks for any and all responses!

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All of the places you've mentioned are located downtown which is about a 15 minute bus or taxi ride from the Riu. Taxi would cost about $10 one way and bus (safe and easy but stops running around 11:30pm-midnight) will cost $2.30 round trip.

~Amy~®

19th Trip to Aruba: April 2009

what kind of nightlife--besides casinos are at the high rise?

Hyatt and Radisson have outdoor lobby bars which usually offer some type of music. Drinks though are VERY expensive.
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The Holiday Inn has a Carnival night to which I believe you are able to purchase tickets. The Marriott I know used to, do not know if they still do.
At the nearby Paseo Harencia mall there is the fountain watershow as well as a movie theater.
There is MoomBa and Bugaloe for drinking and

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