Bon bini!
Welcome to our
One Happy Island
, Aruba... The word is ours but we like to think the meaning is universal.
Warm rays make your skin shimmer with delight while the soft northeast
trade wind caresses you in to cool comfort throughout the
One perfect day
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Upon disembarkation you will soon begin to notice the smiling faces everywhere.
While our official languages are Dutch and our native Papiamento, most
Arubans are fluent in English and Spanish…
Terminals & Facilities
In our continuous efforts to provide comfortable and practical accommodations for our cruise ship guests, three cruise terminals have been created where you will find a wide array of services and shops selling perfume, Dutch delicacies and Delft items to local and Caribbean handicrafts and souvenirs.
Once you have entered our air-conditioned terminals we encourage you to visit the friendly and hospitable staff at the information booths, where they are waiting to assist you with all the information you need to begin your adventure in Aruba where you will discover the unexpected…
Cruise Ship Schedule (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
About Our Island
Aruba is a highly regarded destination for cruise passengers both first timers and those who return year after year. Located in the Southern Caribbean, just off the coast of South America, Aruba is nineteen point six (19.6) miles in length and six (6) miles across its widest point and is well-known for being safely outside the hurricane belt.
Shopping:
At a very short distance from the Aruba Ports Authority terminal, cruise
passengers will have the unique opportunity to stroll unhurriedly through
numerous fashionable stores that are stocked with imported merchandise
and luxury items at excellent prices.
Port-of-call Center
Royal Plaza Shopping Center
Renaissance Mall upscale shopping, dining, casino
Renaissance Marketplace
Havenstraat
Mainstreet (Caya G. F. Betico Croes)
Beaches:
We recommend the following beaches for swimming:
Arashi Beach
Baby Beach (San Nicolas)
Eagle Beach
Palm Beach
Surfside (Nikky) Beach.
Historical Sites:
Over the past 100 years Aruba has become a cultural mosaic, incorporating
and embracing over 80 nationalities and cultures into its society. Visitors
are welcome to experience this remarkable cultural attribute at the island’s
galleries and museums where more insights into the unique Aruban identity
are offered. Please visit the Cultural Information Booth inside the Cruise
Terminal for additional information.
Within walking distance from the cruise terminal you will find the following
historical/cultural sites:
- Museo Archeologico (Archeological Museum) and Exposition Hall
- Fort Zoutman/Historical Museum
- Protestant Church (1950)
- Dr. Van den Doel Bible Museum
- Town Hall building
Transportation:
The island’s Main Bus Terminal is located across the street from the Cruise
terminal.
Taxi’s offering private tours are also available outside of the terminal.
Aruba Tour Operators Association (ATOA) busses are located on port premises.
Independent Tour Operator buses are located right outside the terminal.
Vehicles can be rented outside the terminal.
Telecommunication Services:
SETAR N.V. has a kiosk located at the Cruise Terminal where they provide
international call services, Wi-Fi cards, and Internet Services.
ATM Services:
An ATM machine is located within the terminal, across from the visitors information booth. The teller dispenses American Dollars and Florin/Guilder (local currency)...
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