Aruba Tourist Traps

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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

This is not a 'trap' but I...

by Bunununu

This is not a 'trap' but I just had to show you this Aruban sunset. You can get some great sunset pictures at the LaTrattoria restaurant by the lighthouse. For this reason, it may be the best happy hour on the island.

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bridge collapsed

by MaryAnnRoundy

The large natural bridge collapsed in Sept 2005.

Flea Markets~ You've seen 1, you've seen ALL!

by Scott&Ruth

Fun for a one time experience, but please don't waste your time. You saw everything you need to see at about the first 5 tables! Enjoy that and then move along!

submarine

by iam1wthee

You really do not see that much fish. All you get is a big old ship and a few sponges. It is not worth the $70 go to the beach and snorkel or scuba

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If you come in the rainy...

by mocca

If you come in the rainy season, well you will get wet, it isn't always just sunshine on the island. And when it rains it will rain, so be prepared.

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Most of the shopping areas are...

by svillegirl

Most of the shopping areas are tourist traps, but you can usually get some good deals.This is the inside of the Sonesta.

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the small mini mall outside...

by jondam

the small mini mall outside the cruise ship. very expensive.

You will be continually...

by KwikGritz99

You will be continually bothered by people on the streets, especially near the high-rise hotels, trying to get you to visit their time-share properties.

The service charge is to much...

by maryke123

The service charge is to much and that makes the prices higher.

Shopping for anything in Aruba...

by sam3my

Shopping for anything in Aruba is my big thing. The only reason to buy anything in Aruba instead of home is to have the reminder of the fun you had. But there are no bargins

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Q:  i need some help to choose a hotel in aruba.it should be a romantic place ,close to the sea. thanks M 

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A: Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is the only Aruba hotel with honeymoon suites, I would say thats romantic. Other places would be: Bucuti Beach Resort - for... 

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