Four Important Questions to Ask

If you are traveling to Aruba in the near future, there are undoubtedly some pressing questions you need answered. Before you board the plane, take these questions and their corresponding answers into consideration. The first is can your cell phone be used on the island? In most cases, the answer to this important question is yes. Across the island there is generally a strong cell phone reception. However, keep in mind that before your travel, you may need to contact your cell phone carrier to enable your phone for international use. Using your cell phone out of the country can become very expensive, so talk to your carrier about that aspect as well.

How easy is it to get around Aruba? While this depends on where you want to get to, coastal travel is very straightforward. The taxi service is dependable and the drivers tend to be courteous and maintain clean vehicles. A bus operates in the popular hotel areas to and from the California Lighthouse and Oranjestad. Costs are all realistic and the service is prompt. The inner island is a tropical forest, part of which is Arikok, Aruba’s vast national park, but much of which is highly un-traversable. As long as you have a guide with you when you travel the mountain roads, you will safely enjoy yourself.

What is the crime rate in Aruba? While several other Caribbean islands have a difficult time monitoring their crime, it is minimal in Aruba. The reason is partly due to the efforts of the government to provide safe travel to tourists. However, you should still maintain an air of caution, especially when traveling at night or alone. As is the norm wherever you go, never leave valuables unattended or your hotel room unlocked. No out-of-the-ordinary precautions need to be taken to be safe as you travel around Aruba.

What are the customs processes on Aruba? Getting in and out of Aruba is generally a simple process. The exceptions are seen on the few busiest travel days of the year. The Aruba Airport was recently expanded, now equipped with resources to keep delays as minimal as possible. There is a form you are required to fill out upon your arrival to the island before you can officially enter the country. You will be asked to hold on to a portion of the form to display on your return flight. After these necessary procedures, you will be admitted to the country to enjoy the most of your planned time there.