Are things expensive in Aruba?


Are things expensive in Aruba? Since Aruba is an island, the cost of food is more expensive than the mainland USA at restaurants and grocery stores. Restaurant prices in Aruba can really add up. Consider breakfast prices at $10 – $20 per person, lunch meals $15 – $25 per person and dinner $15-$30 per person, on average.


How many days in Aruba is enough?

You will want to spend at least 4-7 days in Aruba. I found seven days, including travel time, to be the right amount of time to explore Aruba. If you are visiting by cruise, you will not have enough time to explore the whole island.


Is it cheaper to shop in Aruba?

Aruba is often called the shopping paradise of the Caribbean and for good reason! Aruba is a virtual nirvana for shoppers, with a greater selection of international brand name products than anywhere else in the Caribbean or South America, and prices that are 10% - 35% lower than in the United States!


What is the most expensive month to go to Aruba?

High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is January.


Do you tip waiters in Aruba?

You can always decide to leave a tip for your server in addition to the service charge to show your appreciation to that individual. If your bartender always has your drink waiting or the housekeeping does a great job keeping your room tidy and clean, you might want to give them a tip. Rates in Aruba taxis are fixed.


What is the main drink in Aruba?

The Aruba Ariba is the signature cocktail of the Caribbean island Aruba (also known as One happy island) first created on the island in 1963. The perfect Aruba Ariba has vodka, local Aruban rum, fruit juices, Crème de Banana, Grand Marnier, and garnished with a cherry and an orange.


What month is hurricane season in Aruba?

The hurricane season usually lasts from early June to late November. The most severe hurricane to make landfall in Aruba in the past 12 months was »Franklin«. It reached a wind speed of up to 83 km/h on August 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm local time near Angochi and was 148 kilometers in diameter at the time.


Is Aruba strict with drinking?

No. The authorities are not generally strict about enforcing the legal drinking age of 18. From what we have heard from the locals, you will not usually be “carded”. As long as you look old enough and are acting in a mature manner, no one will give you a second glance.