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waltham · 02-20-2008, 10:53 PM

Greetings ~
We've been to Aruba many times. Sadly I have a severe allergy to shellfish. I'm very cautious while dining out (and always carry an epi pen/benadryl). However, on our honeymoon I had a scare. When I told the waiter that I had this allergy, he was confused and thought I wanted shrimp/shellfish with my meal. Can others who have food allergies suggest restaurants they feel comfortable with? How do you communicate with the servers about your allergy? Has anyone used the hospital facilities incase of an allergy emergency. Fingers crossed nothing will happen, I just want to be prepared.
Thanks!

ARUBA on 3/4/2008!!!

EdnaSmith · 02-20-2008, 11:03 PM

We have used the hospital on the island several times and are very plesed with them. If you order meat, chicken, etc., you should not have a problem ordering your meals.

ArubaSalsa · 02-20-2008, 11:28 PM

Well always be safe. It's good that you carry your epi pen/benadryl with you. Here's a tip. When making the reservation for the restaurant just mention it and when you get there mention it again. If you notice that the person doesn't understand you that well ask for someone who does speak fluent English. Otherwise tell them the word allergy in papiamento: Alergia (A-lir-gi-a)
If you have an emergency just call 911 or the hospital 587-4300.

Be clear and safe.

Enjoy Aruba!

02-20-2008, 10:53 PM	#1 (permalink)
waltham Junior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 21	Food Allergies Greetings ~ We've been to Aruba many times. Sadly I have a severe allergy to shellfish. I'm very cautious while dining out (and always carry an epi pen/benadryl). However, on our honeymoon I had a scare. When I told the waiter that I had this allergy, he was confused and thought I wanted shrimp/shellfish with my meal. Can others who have food allergies suggest restaurants they feel comfortable with? How do you communicate with the servers about your allergy? Has anyone used the hospital facilities incase of an allergy emergency. Fingers crossed nothing will happen, I just want to be prepared. Thanks! ARUBA on 3/4/2008!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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02-20-2008, 11:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
EdnaSmith Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: CasaDelMar Posts: 129	We have used the hospital on the island several times and are very plesed with them. If you order meat, chicken, etc., you should not have a problem ordering your meals. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

02-20-2008, 11:28 PM	#3 (permalink)
ArubaSalsa Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mambo Jambo, Moomba beach Posts: 121 Images: 19	Well always be safe. It's good that you carry your epi pen/benadryl with you. Here's a tip. When making the reservation for the restaurant just mention it and when you get there mention it again. If you notice that the person doesn't understand you that well ask for someone who does speak fluent English. Otherwise tell them the word allergy in papiamento: Alergia (A-lir-gi-a) If you have an emergency just call 911 or the hospital 587-4300. Be clear and safe. Enjoy Aruba! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Salsa Greetings, Reggie www.arubasalsa.com