puggleperson

Aruba seems to look a little blah (except for the beaches of course) would it be worth it for us to take a land based tour or should we just stick to a beach?

What are some things that I shouldn't miss while on aruba if I do decide to take a tour? Thanks mucho!

I went 7 pages in and I didn't read anything mentioned about this beach. Can anyone tell me about this beach?

Is this the beach where the planes fly over your head? Any information would be great.

Thanks :D

So, is the pool on the private island or the main one? Thanks

Renaissance day pass is now $99 per person

 

 

FWIW, the resort is less than a quarter mile away. The private island itself may be 2 miles away, but you need a boat to get there. Transfer by boat is included with the price of the day pass. The boat will pick you up right inside the lobby of the Renaissance Marina Tower lobby where you would purchase the pass at the front desk. :D

Hi Arubalisa!

Can you clarify what FWIW means?

Is the renaissance hotel the only one that takes you to the private Island 2 miles away or does it belong to all the hotels. Is that island worth the trip?

Nevermind I saw your 411 link :)

Thanks for all your help

In the past it has included one beverage with lunch and use of all of the amenities on the private island. There is no pool on the private island and did not include use of other resort amenities off of the island.

 

If you require use of a swimming pool I would look at a day pass for the Riu or Occidental if they are indeed still offered or Reflextions Beach Bar and Restarant at Surfside Beach.

Wait, this hotel owns a private island and the day pass includes transport to and from?

I didn't know they had a private island, am I reading this right?

marriot renaissance day pass

 

Amsterdam Manor on Eagle Beach

 

Holiday Inn day pass?

 

Occidental Day Pass

 

Hotel day pass

 

A day at Eagle Beach or the Renaissance?

 

Beach w/ chairs, umbella and food

 

Need quiet and shade!

 

Renaissance Day pass 411

 

Occidental Aruba Day Pass

 

Best Beach Day / All Inclusive for the Day

 

Renaissance vs De Palm island for our first visit?

Gees thanks a bunch! I really wish cc had a forum search option.. I know they used to.. Hmmm :confused:

We found it very easily but sadly they were out of the nutmeg ice cream that day:(. Good luck!

oh no! how sad...What a bummer :(

bump.. Id like to know as wel :D

I don't want to see any captured sea animals and I'm not really into tours..

That being said... What beach is best to see sea turtles in their natural element. I'd really like to see them :D Thank you

Yes, they weigh every single person

so buddy your best bet is to start losing weight maybe?

 

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That my friend is really none of your business.. Maybe you should keep your advice to yourself.

bump :D

I loved it! I had one every night!!!! :D :D :D

http://www.**********/general_usvi/interisland_ferry/#St. John Passenger Ferry: Red Hook to Cruz Bay

 

Here is one of the sites that has the ferry schedule (thanks to Islander). You can keep checking before you leave. Also, try googling "St. Thomas Ferry Schedule" for other sites.

Hope this helps.

 

Shawna <><

Thanks!!! He He I'm Shawna Too :P

Hello Mary Ellen, you're welcome.

 

Do note that the Charlotte Amalie to St. John ferry isn't running right now, as of yesterday they weren't sure when it would be up again. So if you were considering using that ferry then check back closer to Thanksgiving to see what is up with it. The Red Hook one is running its regular schedule. Also the rates for both go up this week, Red Hook will be $6 ow for adults. And Charlotte Amalie $12 ow for adults.

 

--Islander

Any word if this is up and running now??? If not do you think it will be up and running by the time April run's around?? I would also like to thank you for all the great information you give on these boards!!:D

APLMAC dude is obviously a Taxi driver of some sort on the island. lol Thanks for the pictures of the taxi cars