The island is relatively small, but there is a lot to see and some great places to explore, so I suggest not rushing it. If you have the time and the money, you can easily spend two weeks in Aruba not being bored!
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Aruba does work for a quick getaway like this, giving you just enough time to explore the island and enjoy the beaches. Kara said that one more day would have been perfect, and I agree. Five days seems to be the perfect amount of time to spend in Aruba, but a lot of people visit for a week or longer.
Aruba is definitely worth considering for your next vacation destination! You'll fall in love with its gorgeous white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and warm, sunny weather.
Hawaii offers a wider variety of things to do, but Aruba almost guarantees sunshine. Hawaii's lush greenery lends itself to waterfall chasing, but Aruba's desert terrain might be more fun for ATV adventures.
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.
Cheapest time to visit ArubaYou'll find the best hotel prices between mid-April and mid-December, which is considered Aruba's low season. Though Aruba's weather is beautiful year-round, many travelers visit in the winter to escape the cooler temperatures back home.
White Sand BeachesDazzling white sands, sun-kissed rocky bays, natural pools carved by Caribbean waves, and seemingly never-ending stretches of jade and turquoise ocean are undoubtedly the main highlights Aruba is known for.
Aruba's beautiful weather and mostly flat terrain, makes walking and hiking a pleasure for everyone. If you're looking to experience Aruba's monuments up close, a walking tour is the best way to do it.
“One of the biggest reasons not to take a two-week vacation is returning with a ton of stress because there is too much on your plate,” she says. “Even if you vacation for one full week and the two adjoining weekends, it can be manageable, but two full weeks is just too much and the stress begins to accumulate.
All visitors incur a passenger facility charge (departure tax). For US bound passengers departure tax is US $36.75 and for international bound passengers the PFC is US $33.50 for international flights. If in Aruba on transit for less than 24 hours, these charges are waived.
Barbados—due to its bigger size and location—offers more beaches and variety, as well as better surfing and scuba diving. Aruba can't be beat for endless beach walks, some diverse beaches with rock formations, and wind- and kite-surfing.