This site uses cookies. Some are essential while others improve your browsing experience and allow us to advertise. For more info visit the privacy policy page.

Allow inessential cookies for:

Your preferences have been updated.

Thanks Thanks:  9
Likes Likes:  3
Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 13

Thread: Another forum newbie

  1. 01-31-2022, 03:16 PM #1
    BernieA
    BernieA is offline
    Junior Member
    Join Date
    Jan 2022
    Posts
    3
    Post Thanks / Like

    Another forum newbie

    Hi there,

    So looking forward to my trip in May. Been to Aruba one time before, about 15 years ago with husband and loved it!! This time going with husband and several girlfriends to celebrate a few of our birthdays. Staying at the Hyatt, looks like a gorgeous place. Thinking of maybe renting a car 1-2 days that we're there to do some exploring. Is driving around the island fairly easy?

    Thanks,
    Bernadette

    0 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  2. 01-31-2022, 03:25 PM #2
    Pegmeister
    Pegmeister is offline
    Senior Member Pegmeister's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2009
    Location
    Any beach!!
    Posts
    8,828
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcome to the forum. The Hyatt is a beautiful property and I’m sure you will enjoy it. Many people rent cars when on the island. Guess it depends on how much exploring you plan to do. As I understand it, driving is easy in Aruba. We have yet to rent a car in 15+ trips. Days for us are spent on the beach and we enjoy walking to area restaurants. Taxis are plentiful and fares are reasonable so it’s easy to get one.
    ​
    1 1
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  3. 01-31-2022, 03:32 PM #3
    Colette M
    Colette M is offline
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Jun 2020
    Posts
    1,401
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcome to the forum. I agree with a Peg. Have been to Aruba 25 times and we never rent a car. Cabs are inexpensive to to get to restaurants and we prefer not driving when drinking at dinner. You can always rent a car for a day or 2 if you to plan to explore the island.
    1 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  4. 01-31-2022, 04:14 PM #4
    robin
    robin is offline
    Senior Member robin's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2016
    Location
    Eagle Beach, Oceania, north side
    Posts
    6,464
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcome! We are currently in Aruba and it is wonderful.


    Aruba Winter 22-23

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/kukYGyBgAErFnagh9
    1 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  5. 01-31-2022, 04:42 PM #5
    WaltVB
    WaltVB is offline
    Super Moderator WaltVB's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2011
    Location
    Surf Club
    Posts
    7,488
    Post Thanks / Like
    BernieA welcome to the forum! We rent a car every year and have been all over the island. Biggest thing to remember is NO right turn on red and be careful going to the other side if you don't rent a jeep.




    I want to grow my own food, but I     can't find any bacon seeds...
    1 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  6. 01-31-2022, 04:58 PM #6
    Aruba4ever
    Aruba4ever is offline
    Senior Member Aruba4ever's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Posts
    6,550
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcome! We stayed at the Hyatt our 1st few trips and its wonderful! We also rented our 1st 2 trips and have not rented in our last 30+ trips. Lots of great info available here so if you have a question I am sure one or many will have an answer for you. Happy planning for your trip.
    Trip 38 booked for Feb! Cant wait.







    1 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  7. 01-31-2022, 05:18 PM #7
    Andrea J.
    Andrea J. is offline
    Aruba since 1979
    Moderator     Andrea J.'s Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2007
    Posts
    43,122
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcome to the Aruba.com community forum!
    We too rent a car during every visit.
    As Walt says..........no right on red and when you get lost (and you might) just aim in the direction that the wind is blowing in. (look at the trees)

    Cab prices are reasonable (go to Getting Around Aruba category for the price chart)

    There have been a few changes since your last visit well, more than a few!
    ​THINK.. is it Thoughtful? Helpful? Inspirational? Necessary? Kind? sidtm
    1 1
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  8. 02-01-2022, 07:25 AM #8
    crimms
    crimms is offline
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Nov 2010
    Posts
    1,249
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcone, welcome.
    Sean and Susan
    1 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  9. 02-01-2022, 08:11 AM #9
    WaltVB
    WaltVB is offline
    Super Moderator WaltVB's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2011
    Location
    Surf Club
    Posts
    7,488
    Post Thanks / Like
    Also load maps.me on your phone for maps of the island. It works off-line.




    I want to grow my own food, but I     can't find any bacon seeds...
    1 1
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  10. 02-01-2022, 09:15 AM #10
    cpjones
    cpjones is offline
    Senior Member cpjones's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2007
    Location
    Eagle Beach, Glitz Casino, Manchebo Beach Resort
    Posts
    7,097
    Post Thanks / Like
    Welcome to the forum. The Hyatt is a first class choice for your stay! Enjoy!
    A wise man never knows all......only fools know everything!
    1 0
     
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Tags for this Thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules