does anyone know if you can skateboard on the streets of Aruba . My son lives for skateboarding, but I dont want to have any problems while we are there. Thanks

I don't think you want him skate boarding on the street with the way they drive.

the roads in aruba are quite bumpy..there are not so many good roads to skateboard.
there is a place where skateboarders skate, it's near the main bus stop in Oranjestad. some mini ramps,should be fun. nothing like what they have in the states though.
oh , and the cops can be difficult about it so be on the lookout ..hehe

cathy,

I'm sure he can find someplace to do it but...there are far better things for a young person to do there that. Besides he has an opportunity to do some great things which he cannnot do at home.

How about giving the lil' grinder a break and try some NEW things for a change?

Check a Wal Mart or what ever for a mask & snorkle set.(Like $15 maybe) The fish, coral, eels & turtles are amazing!!! Stick him on a banana tow ride or similar -I guarantee you'll hear no whining about that! Swimming pools slides there are PLENTY of things he will enjoy!

He won't want to be in a hot parking lot grinding rails.

I'm sure you will ALL enjoy Aruba! Have Fun!


Suds

I have never seen any kids skateboarding in Aruba on the streets.

There is a new recreational park in Jaburibari (about 5 minutes from the hotels). They have places for the kids to skateboard. It is a wonderful new facility. The hotel concierge should be able to give directions.
Have fun!

Traffic is jammed downtown; may be dangerous, so be careful. Tourist won't pay much attention to him; may be dangerous, so be careful. Local are busy working everywhere; may be dangerous, so be careful.

uhm.. I used to skateboard as well.. I don't recommend him coming with his skateboard.. cops CAN be annoying sometimes & you have to know where to skate.. I used to do it illegally.. plus not every road here is smooth enough to skate like in the US..