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Is Aruba tap water clean?

Aruba's tap water is considered safe to drink and is of high quality, meeting the highest standards set by the World Health Organization. The water is sourced from seawater, which is treated and desalinated to remove impurities and ensure that it's safe for consumption.



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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.

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In general, Aruba beaches have exceptionally clear blue water and soft white sand, and they're great for swimming and relaxing under a palapa (thatched umbrella) with some drinks. It's definitely one of the best things to do in Aruba.

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While the mosquito population in Aruba is relatively low, it is still advisable to take precautions to protect yourself from mosquito bites.

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Drinking Laws -- The legal drinking age in Aruba is 18 for beer, wine, and spirits. While drinking alcoholic beverages is allowed on the beaches, be careful to remove all empty bottles as the Aruban authorities are stringent about their littering laws.

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Yes, as we mentioned above, it is legal to walk around with alcohol in Aruba. The island does not have any open container laws that prohibit having open containers of alcohol in public places such as beaches, parks, and streets.

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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.

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Mangel Halto Beach The calm, shallow waters here make it one of the best beaches in Aruba for swimmers, snorkelers, and kayaking enthusiasts.

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White Sand Beaches Dazzling 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.

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10 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Aruba Vacation
  • Don't plan your trip to Aruba around hurricane season. ...
  • Don't stay only on Eagle or Palm Beaches. ...
  • Don't just stick to bottled water in Aruba. ...
  • Don't think flamingos are native to Aruba. ...
  • Don't pack formal clothing for your Aruba getaway. ...
  • Don't ignore Aruba nightlife.


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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.

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Aruba has the mosquitoes Aedes Aegypti and Aedes Albopictus, which carries the zika,-chikungunya and dengue viruses.

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The most dangerous animals in Aruba include the venomous pit viper also known as the Aruba rattlesnake, as well as sharks.

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