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spotdr · 04-11-2009, 10:12 AM

Hi All,

I'm coming to Aruba for the first time tomorrow. Visiting on our 25th anniversary and staying at the Occidental. I would like to have a memorable vacation. I have read so much about what there is to do and it all sounds so wonderful. I'm only staying for 4 nights and would like to know what is the best way to experience the island. I am interested in snorkeling to the undersea wreck and maybe seeing some of the natural beauty of the island. I also read about some of the night life in Oranjestad. Can anyone guide me so I don't fall into some of the tourist type traps. Also would like to take a sunset cruise. Which one is the best?

*Arubalisa* · 04-11-2009, 10:47 AM

http://www.jolly-pirates.com/ Jolly Pirates goes to the wreck of the Antilla. Because you are not going to be on the island very long I would take the shorter afternoon snorkel which would give you the morning to enjoy the beach.

I would do the same as well with an island tour. In 4 hours you can see the highlights of the island.
Aruba's Finest Land Tour with Kini Kini http://www.kinikini.com/kk/servlet/Tours is sufficient for a first time visitor without having to spend eight hours riding around. Again, this gives you half a day at your resort to enjoy it's amenities.

Instead of a sunset cruise, could I suggest a sunset dinner on the beach for your anniversary?
http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/sunset%20dinner.html

Enjoy!

Sunny Beaches · 04-11-2009, 12:22 PM

Arubalisa, Three Gold Stars for your answer!!! I totally agree!!!

*Arubalisa* · 04-11-2009, 01:01 PM

Thanks Sunny!

With such a short time on the island, I really cannot stress enough the importance of saving plenty of time for relaxing on, imo, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

In addition, the romance of a sunset dinner on the beach. An option, which I do not believe is available with the Occidental's AIP.

04-11-2009, 10:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
spotdr Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 1	First Time Hi All, I'm coming to Aruba for the first time tomorrow. Visiting on our 25th anniversary and staying at the Occidental. I would like to have a memorable vacation. I have read so much about what there is to do and it all sounds so wonderful. I'm only staying for 4 nights and would like to know what is the best way to experience the island. I am interested in snorkeling to the undersea wreck and maybe seeing some of the natural beauty of the island. I also read about some of the night life in Oranjestad. Can anyone guide me so I don't fall into some of the tourist type traps. Also would like to take a sunset cruise. Which one is the best? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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04-11-2009, 10:47 AM	#2 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,111 Images: 167	http://www.jolly-pirates.com/ Jolly Pirates goes to the wreck of the Antilla. Because you are not going to be on the island very long I would take the shorter afternoon snorkel which would give you the morning to enjoy the beach. I would do the same as well with an island tour. In 4 hours you can see the highlights of the island. Aruba's Finest Land Tour with Kini Kini http://www.kinikini.com/kk/servlet/Tours is sufficient for a first time visitor without having to spend eight hours riding around. Again, this gives you half a day at your resort to enjoy it's amenities. Instead of a sunset cruise, could I suggest a sunset dinner on the beach for your anniversary? http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/sunset%20dinner.html Enjoy! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Cat Resource Directory ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba Last edited by Arubalisa; 04-11-2009 at 12:58 PM.

04-11-2009, 12:22 PM	#3 (permalink)
Sunny Beaches Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 500	Arubalisa, Three Gold Stars for your answer!!! I totally agree!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

04-11-2009, 01:01 PM	#4 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,111 Images: 167	Thanks Sunny! With such a short time on the island, I really cannot stress enough the importance of saving plenty of time for relaxing on, imo, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. In addition, the romance of a sunset dinner on the beach. An option, which I do not believe is available with the Occidental's AIP. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Cat Resource Directory ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba