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Today, 04:07 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Checking for Liquor at Airport Aruba Customs in Aruba General

It's been hit or miss every time we've passed through. Have we ever determined just what the duty is if you bring in over the allotted amount of...

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Yesterday, 06:14 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread New Aruba Countdown.......Begins July 23, 2022 in Aruba General

You guys, it's been over two months since this thread was active. So I'm bumping it and not only that, but we have an official countdown. Only 86...

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Yesterday, 06:09 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Renaissance Resort in Hotels

Our first stay in Aruba was at the Ren Marina on Marriott points in July of 2006. We bought a week at Surf Club that trip.

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Yesterday, 06:03 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Ouch! Big Fare Increase in Air Travel, Airlines & Airfares

Edgar, congrats on the big 60 and retirement. We'll be in Aruba the first two weeks in May. If you are there we'll have to get together, I'll buy you...

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Yesterday, 12:18 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Dirty sewer water photos in Aruba General

Yuck, wouldn't want to walk through that.

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01-25-2023, 04:44 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Ouch! Big Fare Increase in Air Travel, Airlines & Airfares

Yeah, we do first class, but we usually only fly once or twice a year and almost always have to connect. I spend enough time in coach for work, to...

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01-25-2023, 12:26 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Animation of Embassy Suites Tunnel in Hotels

Is that just to cross the street to the beach? We considered staying at the Embassy Suites this trip, but the prices in both US dollars and Hilton...

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01-25-2023, 08:22 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread global Entry Interview New Location in Aruba General

Sean and Susan, you're over thinking and over stressing about this. It is a very easy process and once tied to your passport you are all set. If you...

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01-25-2023, 08:12 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread The PROBLEM with Aruba..... in Aruba General

So finding a problem with Aruba is tough. However, it is beginning to get a bit expensive especially for a family four or more. But the beautiful...

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01-24-2023, 07:26 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread global Entry Interview New Location in Aruba General

The GE interview process at the Aruban airport is after you clear US customs. We had our GE applications "conditionally approved" prior to the trip...

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01-24-2023, 07:15 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Ouch! Big Fare Increase in Air Travel, Airlines & Airfares

Bit the bullet and paid ~$3600 for two first class tickets on Delta, they aren't getting any cheaper. What the heck, we deserve it!

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01-24-2023, 04:44 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Ouch! Big Fare Increase in Air Travel, Airlines & Airfares

Looking at $1300 each for Delta in April. Guess I'll suck it up, but I ain't happy about it.

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01-23-2023, 08:39 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread Trip Report 1/26-2/11 in My Aruba Story

Yes! A trip report! Safe travels, can't wait to read about your stay.

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01-22-2023, 08:37 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread New Members ...Please introduce yourselves! in Aruba General

Welcome! You shouldn't be skeptical of the Holiday Inn. I'm Diamond and we stay there frequently. When you check in at the priority lane for...

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01-22-2023, 08:13 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread What do you want from your Aruba vacation? in Aruba General

Guess I should mention the "Sea of Valium" too. It's definitely a big part of our trips.

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01-21-2023, 12:08 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread When in Aruba ..."What you must not miss" in Aruba General

Flip Flop Beach Bar at Surf Club.

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01-21-2023, 09:51 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread Please Stay On Topic in Aruba General

I get it! Yes!

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01-21-2023, 09:40 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread Breakfast Palm Beach in Culinary & Culture

We also enjoy the buffet at Moomba. They also have an omelet station and bottomless mimosas.

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01-21-2023, 09:38 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread Bloody Mary's anyone? in Culinary & Culture

I'm more into Bloody Maria's. I remember getting a pickle in a bloody Mary in Charlotte airport, maybe NASCAR Cafe. I thought it was great.

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01-20-2023, 12:08 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread global Entry Interview New Location in Aruba General

Once your GE card is issued it is tied to your passport. You do not need the card when you leave Aruba.

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01-20-2023, 08:30 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread Breakfast Palm Beach in Culinary & Culture

Salt and Pepper has a good breakfast, but I personally like Chicken and Lobster for breakfast (and dinner). It's just past S&P in front of Playa...

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01-20-2023, 08:25 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread global Entry Interview New Location in Aruba General

Awesome!

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01-19-2023, 06:19 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Getting Global Entry interview at Aruba Airport info in Aruba General

That's it! Print it out and have it with you at the interview.

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01-19-2023, 06:16 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Sunset dinner cruise? in Aruba General

Welcome to the posting side! Caribbean Dinner Sail in Aruba 2023 (viator.com) I have not been on this cruise, a friend mentioned it to me.

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01-18-2023, 10:08 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread global Entry Interview New Location in Aruba General

I hope it's still in place in another decade. :D

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01-18-2023, 12:16 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread global Entry Interview New Location in Aruba General

That will make it so much easier to do now. And you don't have to wait until you're leaving.

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01-18-2023, 08:39 AM

WaltVB replied to a thread Closed Casinos in Aruba General

I've never heard of the Cool Casino. Where was it located?

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01-16-2023, 12:50 PM

WaltVB replied to a thread Rest In Peace in Off Topic

Such a beautiful lady, RIP.

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