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pooky2008 · 03-24-2008, 06:35 PM

Hi all,

My boyfriend and I are going to Aruba in July for the first time (YAH!!!) and as I was gathering all the info from Aruba.com, I noticed something that says travel insurance is required when getting into Aruba? does anyone know anything about that? do they really ask for proof of travel insurance at the airport? what kind of insurance shall we get? any input is really appreciated. Thanks.

danadog56 · 03-24-2008, 06:49 PM

I am not sure where u found that info, but I have never purchased any kind of insurance to go to Aruba and we have been going for quit a few years. The only thing I can think of is that maybe when u purchase ur trip, from AAA's or Apple vacations for example, u purchase insurance in the event u have to cancel prior to going in which case u would get ur money back.

cindyo · 03-24-2008, 06:55 PM

Absolutely not !

Eagle Beach Boy · 03-24-2008, 07:33 PM

Are you asking about Trip cancellation insurance or Health/medical insurance?

Trip cancellation insurance is your choice.

Health/Medical insurance is my personal recommendation. You just never know!

phillyboater · 03-24-2008, 08:49 PM

No Aruba Government requirement for any type of insurance from a tourist. All personal preference.

lou and nay · 03-24-2008, 09:11 PM

As mentioned above, your health insurance may or may not be covered in Aruba. Check with your health insurance provider to see how their system works. Many providers tell you that you have to pay cash/credit at the time of service received, then you can be reimbursed with receipts. But, nothing is "required."

love god · 03-24-2008, 09:51 PM

No Way!!!!!!!!

Iluvrum · 03-25-2008, 07:45 AM

I take out travel insurance simply because our parents are elderly and anything can happen to cause us to delay our trip. I paid $73 PP for my 7-night trip to Aruba. On the way home, our flight was delayed which caused us to miss our connection and we had to spend the night in Atlanta. Hotel, taxi, meals cost us about $250. I submitted all the info and am now waiting to see if I get re-imbursed. This is the first time I've ever needed to use the insurance. I got AIG Travel Guard.

tds-ken · 03-25-2008, 10:18 AM

I would not do it unless, but you know your situation better than anyone. If you feel there might be a chance to have a problem, then take it otherwise I would not.

pooky2008 · 03-25-2008, 12:14 PM

Thank you all for your responses. they're all very helpful. I can't wait to be there!

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danadog56 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: everywhere and anywhere Posts: 1,650 Images: 13	I am not sure where u found that info, but I have never purchased any kind of insurance to go to Aruba and we have been going for quit a few years. The only thing I can think of is that maybe when u purchase ur trip, from AAA's or Apple vacations for example, u purchase insurance in the event u have to cancel prior to going in which case u would get ur money back. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ 5 1/2 months and counting..........but getting closer everyday !!!

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Eagle Beach Boy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Eagle Beach Posts: 480	Are you asking about Trip cancellation insurance or Health/medical insurance? Trip cancellation insurance is your choice. Health/Medical insurance is my personal recommendation. You just never know! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ "El Muchacho De Eagle Beach" *Eagle Beach Boy* *Ontario, Canada*

03-24-2008, 08:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
phillyboater Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 86	No Aruba Government requirement for any type of insurance from a tourist. All personal preference. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-24-2008, 09:11 PM	#6 (permalink)
lou and nay Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Age: 30 Posts: 66	As mentioned above, your health insurance may or may not be covered in Aruba. Check with your health insurance provider to see how their system works. Many providers tell you that you have to pay cash/credit at the time of service received, then you can be reimbursed with receipts. But, nothing is "required." Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba History: Lou: Visited on a cruise in 2005 Lou&Nay: Will visit on our honeymoon 9/2008

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love god Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 93	No Way!!!!!!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-25-2008, 07:45 AM	#8 (permalink)
Iluvrum Junior Member Join Date: May 2007 Age: 52 Posts: 18	I take out travel insurance simply because our parents are elderly and anything can happen to cause us to delay our trip. I paid $73 PP for my 7-night trip to Aruba. On the way home, our flight was delayed which caused us to miss our connection and we had to spend the night in Atlanta. Hotel, taxi, meals cost us about $250. I submitted all the info and am now waiting to see if I get re-imbursed. This is the first time I've ever needed to use the insurance. I got AIG Travel Guard. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ the sun and the sand, and a drink in my hand...

03-25-2008, 10:18 AM	#9 (permalink)
tds-ken Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 292	I would not do it unless, but you know your situation better than anyone. If you feel there might be a chance to have a problem, then take it otherwise I would not. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-25-2008, 12:14 PM	#10 (permalink)
pooky2008 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 3	Thank you all for your responses. they're all very helpful. I can't wait to be there! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook