Crime and Safety in Aruba Compared with other Caribbean destinations, Aruba enjoys a very low violent crime rate and it's considered a very safe place.
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In Aruba, almost all beaches have no lifeguard so you need to seek advice before you swim. Swimming alone is not safe. Never swim alone. Make sure you always have enough energy to swim back to shore.
Don't go out without bug repellentAnother Aruba travel tip when visiting One Happy Island, it's essential to remember that the island is home to a variety of insects, including mosquitoes, bugs, and other creepy crawlies.
There is violent crime in association with drugs, but this rarely affects tourists. The main tourist areas are generally safe, but you should take sensible precautions: avoid remote areas at night. don't take valuables to the beach or leave any valuables in your vehicle.
Swimming enthusiasts will truly enjoy a day at Palm Beach, one of the best white-sand beaches in the Caribbean, where pristine, calm seas beckon for a leisurely dip along the northern coast.
Aruba is more than just beaches. 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.
Aruba is a country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. By Dutch law, you must always carry identification. You should have a copy of your passport with you at all times.
The best currency to take to Aruba is the local currency, the Aruban florin. US dollars are also highly exchangeable at local banks and currency exchange offices.
While flip flops are great for the beach, there are lots of places in Aruba where you'll be better served by a pair of sturdy water shoes or sandals. Examples include the Natural Pool, where you can't even enter barefoot or in flimsy footwear.
Baby Beach offers shallow, calm waters and is one of the most family-friendly beaches on the island, hence its name. Perfect for young swimmers, the waves here are virtually nonexistent, and the shallowness makes it easy for young children to stay safe and enjoy a swim.
Arashi Beach is known as one of the best snorkeling beaches in the Caribbean due to its calm, clear waters and an abundance of underwater life to explore.
Aruba has one of the best snorkeling spots in the world. This island has many snorkeling sites, with sea life including angelfish or snappers and especially turtles!
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.