Getting a taxi from the airport to your accommodation is easy! Outside the arrivals terminal, you will find a queue of officially certified and trustworthy taxi service providers who are ready to take you to your destination. More info below!
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Neither Uber nor Lyft exist on Aruba. The government regulates the taxis, but they are plentiful. You shouldn't have a problem getting a cab.
In Aruba, taxi rates are flat and are set by the government. For airport transportation to Oranjestad city centre, the taxi fare is set at $21 (€18.92). Passengers are allowed one piece of luggage and one personal item each.
There are always taxis ready and waiting outside of the airport at the taxi stand. Please view more information on taxi fares and regulations. If you are interested in renting a car, please view a list of car rentals here. Please note the majority of car rentals offer free drop of and pick up service.
The local drivers at Aruba airport will charge a flat-rate fare for the journey from Aruba airport to Eagle Beach. The cost to any low-rise area is $22 (€20), and any high-rise area is $25 (€22). Eagle Beach is classed as a low-rise area, so the taxi fare from Aruba Airport to Eagle Beach will be $22 (€20).
Is it necessary to rent a car? It depends. If you want to explore the island, go ahead and get one for a day or two or three; many of the local agencies have 3-day specials. If you don't plan to leave your resort except to dine, gamble, and shop, it's cheaper to take cabs or the reliable buses.
PAYING FOR PURCHASES. U.S. currency, major credit cards, and traveler's checks are widely accepted on Aruba. It is a good idea to contact your credit card provider prior to departure and advise them of your travel plans. Otherwise, overseas charges may be questioned or denied.
The water in Aruba is safe to drink, so your water supply is right there in your hotel room. Can you drink the water in Aruba? Yes, you can. Since there is no source of freshwater on the island, seawater is distilled in a saltwater desalination plant.
One of Aruba's transportation options appealing to cruise ship passengers is the downtown streetcar/trolley. The trolleys offer free transportation to and from the main street downtown area in a loop with the cruise ship terminal.
Nice sandy beach with calm waters but very crowded! This is the most visited beach in Aruba where the most important hotels are located. It has calm waters and sunsets are great as they are also on Eagle beach. It is the most expensive area of Aruba since here you will find the top restaurants and hotels.
Do US cell phones work in Aruba? US cellphones will work in Aruba. However please keep in mind that if you retain your own US SIM card you may incur considerable roaming fees from your US cellphone company, you should call to see if they offer coverage in Aruba and what it would cost.