The most common area people will tell you to avoid on Aruba is San Nicolas. Aruba's second-largest city is a popular nightlife destination, but it has some sketchy areas that double as a red light district.
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Eagle Beach, one of the best beaches in Aruba, is located on the northwestern edge of the island. As the widest stretch of sand in the country, there's ample room to enjoy this beach in peace. Discover the unique Fofoti trees that reside here.
Overall, there is very little crime in Aruba, and especially very little crime that will affect a tourist. As long as you take basic precautions, you should feel completely safe when you are there.
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.
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.
Cons: Dry, desert-like and not lush and tropical (which refers back to the Pros of being outside the hurricane belt and not getting a ton of rain!) Not a big island, so exploring (if that's what you like) probably won't take as long as it would in other larger locations.
? Overall, Eagle Beach is where you go for a quieter, more secluded trip to Aruba. Palm Beach is closer to the action – it gets more visitors and boasts high-rise resorts, making it a more convenient location. Which is better Eagle Beach or Palm Beach Aruba?
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.
The best way to get around Aruba is by bus. Although, many visitors stay close to their resorts and respective beaches along the northwest coast. Fixed-rate Aruban cabs are another hassle-free way of getting around.
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.
The best time to visit Aruba is from mid-January through May. Those months mark the heart of Aruba's dry season and the island's long stretch of comfortably warm, sunny days. The island lies in the far south of the Caribbean, below the hurricane belt, the region most affected by seasonal storms.
Crime and Safety in ArubaCompared with other Caribbean destinations, Aruba enjoys a very low violent crime rate and it's considered a very safe place. There are also fewer tropical disturbances or natural disasters and has food and drinking water standards similar to the United States.
Are there bugs in Aruba? Mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas are all prevalent in Aruba, especially in the smaller off-the-beaten-path towns. Always carry and apply sunscreen to avoid bug bites and diseases.
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.
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.
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.