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Old 02-20-2010, 11:52 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Traveling with two 4 year olds...
I would like to take them snorkeling. Jolly Pirate or Depalm tours? Also - any great child-fun restaurants anyone would recommend?
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Old 02-20-2010, 01:02 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Imo Jolly Pirates is family friendly.

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Old 02-20-2010, 04:53 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Sweet....our two were 4 and 5 when we first went (1997).

Try Casa Tua and Hard Rock.
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Kids like the Bucanneer, it has large fish tanks. Also, you might want to look at Depalm island and their water park.
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We took our 5 year old and 2 year old to Depalm island. They have a waterpark for young children. It is pricey but they had a blast. You can snorkel there as well. The food and drinks are included but IMO not that good. But the fun they had at the waterpark was worth it for us.
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Old 02-21-2010, 09:41 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Thank you - very helpful! This will be their 3rd time to Aruba but the first trip that they will actually remember. Can't wait to see their faces!
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Old 02-23-2010, 11:35 AM   #7 (permalink)
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Talking Jolly Pirate?
Someone mentioned that their was oil in the water during their snorkeling experience? Did anyone experience that? I am really torn between Depalm water park or just booking a snorkeling trip. Depalm water park is pricey - wow...
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My kids love Jolly Pirates - look forward to it every year - They are 16, 7 & 5 and have enjoyed it for 3 yrs now!
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Old 02-23-2010, 01:55 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Someone mentioned that their was oil in the water during their snorkeling experience? Did anyone experience that? I am really torn between Depalm water park or just booking a snorkeling trip. Depalm water park is pricey - wow...
I would imagine oil leaks from the wreck of the Antilla from time to time, but in about 10 years of following various Aruba forums, I have only seen it mentioned once. We did not have any issues when we were there with JP's.
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Old 02-23-2010, 02:05 PM   #10 (permalink)
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Hi everyone!
Hvnt heard for a while now about oil by the antilla.
Yes, lisa is correct it does happen on occassion when the wind shifts and the wreck settles a bit more....more...
this is not a "jolly" thing, but an "antilla" thing.
Thanks Lisa and all for the jolly - nods! much appreciated!
You will hv a great time on whichever you choose- Everyone here does a great job with the kids and everyone has their favorites.
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