Why is everything in Aruba so expensive?

Shipping costs, along with import duties and residual costs such as labor, result in prices somewhat higher than what you might find back home. So next time you're in Aruba and the cost of food strikes you, remember that the higher prices are a fundamental part of helping you have a worry-free and enjoyable holiday.



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The iconic Divi Divi trees and scenic views of Aruba contribute to its unique and breathtaking landscape. Aruba offers a safe and welcoming environment, with friendly people, beautiful beaches, and a wide range of activities for travelers of all ages.

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Aruba has a fine unique crushed coral and shell composition. Its powdery and best white sand beaches keep it cool and comfortable, even during hours of intense heat from the sun. Because of this, taking long barefoot strolls along the shoreline is perfectly fine anytime.

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Almost all of the food must be shipped in to Aruba so you're paying for transportation costs for the food to get to the island. Aruba is a desert island (looks similar to Arizona) so very little can be grown on the island (same with livestock.)

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Aruba, mostly known for its rum and romantic settings, is also an excellent choice for party goers.

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In Aruba it's not mandatory to tip, but it's your choice if you do so. However, some restaurants and bars add service charge to your bill. Usually, this adds up to about 10 to 15 percent on food and beverages. If you really like the service, you can still tip, of course!

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It is generally cheaper to fly to Aruba than to Curacao. Aruba tends to have more direct flights from airports around the world, which cuts down on both flight time and cost. Additionally, Aruba has more low-cost carriers flying into its airport than Curacao.

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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.

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Generally, bottled water in Aruba can be slightly more expensive than in other countries due to the island's remote location and import costs. However, the price of bottled water is still affordable for most visitors.

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High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is January.

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They've developed lifelong friendships with residents and there's a reason for that. Whether it's your tenth or very first visit you are bound to feel welcomed, comfortable and at ease thanks to the people of Aruba.

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Overall, Aruba is expensive. Being an island in the Caribbean it's easy to spend a ton of cash on expensive resorts, flashy dinners, and high-cost cocktails.

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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. There are also fewer tropical disturbances or natural disasters and has food and drinking water standards similar to the United States.

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The Aruba Ariba is the signature cocktail of the Caribbean island Aruba (also known as One happy island) first created on the island in 1963. The perfect Aruba Ariba has vodka, local Aruban rum, fruit juices, Crème de Banana, Grand Marnier, and garnished with a cherry and an orange.

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