Aruba Travel Guide - Local Services

Aruba travelers should be aware of one important fact: If you are planning a visit to a nearby island or to Venezuela, don't plan to visit by boat. Unlike many Caribbean islands, Aruba does not have any ferry boat connections to Bonaire or Curacao, despite the... (more)

Aruba travelers should be aware of one important fact: If you are planning a visit to a nearby island or to Venezuela, don't plan to visit by boat. Unlike many Caribbean islands, Aruba does not have any ferry boat connections to Bonaire or Curacao, despite the trio's political association. Nearby Venezuela is also unreachable by island ferry. Travelers will be able to reach these three locations by smaller commuter airlines and island-hopper jets only. Some travelers may be able to charter a boat to reach these countries, but these popular day-trip destinations are mainly reachable through air travel. The one ferry service available travels from Aruba to a tourist attraction, De Palm Island. De Palm Island is a popular spot just 5 miles from Aruba's shores and is the place for pristine snorkeling around Aruba. (close)

A large variety of airlines connect Aruba's Reina Beatrix Airport to the rest of the world with scheduled and chartered flights. There are around thirty car rental offices located just outside the terminal building. You can get to every hotel or location on Aruba from the... (more)

A large variety of airlines connect Aruba's Reina Beatrix Airport to the rest of the world with scheduled and chartered flights. There are around thirty car rental offices located just outside the terminal building. You can get to every hotel or location on Aruba from the airport using one of the many taxi's waiting in front of the terminal building. (close)

Budget Car Rental Kolibristraat 1A P.O. Box 358 Oranjestad, ARUBA Tel: (297) 5828600

Kong Hing Supermarket (L.G. Smith Blvd. 152, Bushiri, 297/8-25545). Massive, modern, American suburban-style supermarket with wide aisles. It is clean and orderly. The store stocks all the comforts of home - from fresh cuts of meat to prepackaged salads to Lean Cuisine dinners, including Dutch cheeses,... (more)

Kong Hing Supermarket (L.G. Smith Blvd. 152, Bushiri, 297/8-25545). Massive, modern, American suburban-style supermarket with wide aisles. It is clean and orderly. The store stocks all the comforts of home - from fresh cuts of meat to prepackaged salads to Lean Cuisine dinners, including Dutch cheeses, South American fruits and vegetables, liquor, fresh-baked breads, etc. The liquor section offers everything from exotic liquors to beer. There's also a pharmacy with name-brand items like Goody hair supplies, Bausch & Lomb eye-care products and over-the-counter pharmacy items. The market, which is open Monday to Saturday 8am-8pm and Sunday 9am-1pm accepts MasterCard, Visa, and Discover for purchases of $10 or more. There's an ATM on the premises. (close)

A family-owned and operated Ling & Sons Supermarket (Italiestraat 26, Oranjestad, 297/832370) is one of the island's top grocers. In addition to a wide variety of American and European foods foods, there's a Dutch bakery, a deli, a butcher shop, and a well-stocked liquor store. If you plan ahead, the... (more)

A family-owned and operated Ling & Sons Supermarket (Italiestraat 26, Oranjestad, 297/832370) is one of the island's top grocers. In addition to a wide variety of American and European foods foods, there's a Dutch bakery, a deli, a butcher shop, and a well-stocked liquor store. If you plan ahead, the store can have a package of essential foodstuffs delivered to your hotel room in time for your arrival. The market is open Monday to Saturday 8am-8pm and Sunday 9am-1pm. Before December holidays, the store sometimes open an hour later on weekdays. (close)

Tropic Car Rental Ayo 5A AYO ARUBA. Tel: (297) 585 0405 Cel: (297) 993 0788

Many resorts in Aruba provide wedding packages. Wedding planners, churches, florists, and photographers are available.