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pratoman · 12-19-2009, 09:20 PM

Spuddy
If you like St Kitts, i think you will LOVE Aruba
I do Aruba every summer. Last February i went to St Kitts for a week, and while i had a relaxing time and thought it was nice, it didnt come close to Aruba. Although i will say, it reminded me of Aruba the first time i went, 30 years ago, but its totally different today. And the Aruban beaches kill the St Kitts beaches

One thing, i know there are a lot of fans of All Inclusive. For me, it doesnt make sense to do AI in Aruba, becasue there are so many great restaurants on the island.

Cosmo · 12-20-2009, 11:18 AM

We stayed at the RIU last year and loved it. It has great location and fantastic food for an AI

Sunny Beaches · 12-20-2009, 12:09 PM

You will truly Love Aruba with the beaches & snorkeling, about AI in Aruba, even soda & ice tea cost $, so if you drink $5.00 beers your ahead of the game, and you can always eat off site here & there.

Tim nel · 12-20-2009, 08:25 PM

Just got back from Aruba, we stayed for two weeks, I could have stayed another two weeks. We have been to the island approx 30 times. We liked it so much, we bought a condo on the best island in the Caribbean.

Shnyda · 12-21-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim nel

Just got back from Aruba, we stayed for two weeks, I could have stayed another two weeks. We have been to the island approx 30 times. We liked it so much, we bought a condo on the best island in the Caribbean.

After bouncing all over the Caribbean and other vacation spots for the last 12 years, we have settled on Aruba as our spot for all future beach vacations!

JackieV · 12-21-2009, 11:23 PM

You cannot beat Aruba - the people are fabulous, the food is delisious and the weather is perfect. I have been going for 12 years and stay three weeks at a time. You will never regret it...

elephant_guy · 12-22-2009, 02:42 AM

Spuddy

I think you will love Aruba. We are from the UK and really enjoy it every time we go. Its a small island so don't expect massive 'attractions' (as our U.S. cousins would call them) or blockbuster shows - you won't find them. The people on the island are very welcoming and it really has a laid back dutch feel to the place. Take advantage of the watersports, go snorkeling and do some of the trips mentioned in the earlier posts, they will keep you busy. There are great restaurants and cocktail bars too. The only way you will be disappointed is if you are expecting it to be like somewhere like Orlando - It simply isn't. Enjoy the sun, the beaches and the wonderfully friendly local people.

Also it is possible to book flights only with First Choice. If you go to their website click on "flights" rather than holidays and you can book between April and October. If you can wait last minute I have seen flights ocassionally down to as little as £300 (14 Nights) for a month or so ahead.

I'm sure you will have a great time, don't worry !!

12-19-2009, 09:20 PM	#11 (permalink)
pratoman Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 62	Spuddy If you like St Kitts, i think you will LOVE Aruba I do Aruba every summer. Last February i went to St Kitts for a week, and while i had a relaxing time and thought it was nice, it didnt come close to Aruba. Although i will say, it reminded me of Aruba the first time i went, 30 years ago, but its totally different today. And the Aruban beaches kill the St Kitts beaches One thing, i know there are a lot of fans of All Inclusive. For me, it doesnt make sense to do AI in Aruba, becasue there are so many great restaurants on the island. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

12-20-2009, 11:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
Cosmo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Boca Catilina Posts: 388	We stayed at the RIU last year and loved it. It has great location and fantastic food for an AI Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

12-20-2009, 12:09 PM	#13 (permalink)
Sunny Beaches Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 500	You will truly Love Aruba with the beaches & snorkeling, about AI in Aruba, even soda & ice tea cost $, so if you drink $5.00 beers your ahead of the game, and you can always eat off site here & there. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

12-20-2009, 08:25 PM	#14 (permalink)
Tim nel Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 98	Just got back from Aruba, we stayed for two weeks, I could have stayed another two weeks. We have been to the island approx 30 times. We liked it so much, we bought a condo on the best island in the Caribbean. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

12-21-2009, 11:23 PM	#16 (permalink)
JackieV Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: I love the entire Island. Posts: 1	You cannot beat Aruba - the people are fabulous, the food is delisious and the weather is perfect. I have been going for 12 years and stay three weeks at a time. You will never regret it... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

12-22-2009, 02:42 AM	#17 (permalink)
elephant_guy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 26	Spuddy I think you will love Aruba. We are from the UK and really enjoy it every time we go. Its a small island so don't expect massive 'attractions' (as our U.S. cousins would call them) or blockbuster shows - you won't find them. The people on the island are very welcoming and it really has a laid back dutch feel to the place. Take advantage of the watersports, go snorkeling and do some of the trips mentioned in the earlier posts, they will keep you busy. There are great restaurants and cocktail bars too. The only way you will be disappointed is if you are expecting it to be like somewhere like Orlando - It simply isn't. Enjoy the sun, the beaches and the wonderfully friendly local people. Also it is possible to book flights only with First Choice. If you go to their website click on "flights" rather than holidays and you can book between April and October. If you can wait last minute I have seen flights ocassionally down to as little as £300 (14 Nights) for a month or so ahead. I'm sure you will have a great time, don't worry !! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook