Like any international destination, there are a few things that you should definitely know before you plan your vacation to Aruba. Having traveled there numerous times with our two small children, along with our extended family, we have discovered the essentials that you should know before you travel.
USEFULL INFORMATION
- The Aruban Florin is Aruba's official currency, and is divided into 100 cents. It is also possible to pay with U.S. dollars in Aruba.
- The official language is Dutch since Aruba is a Dutch colony. However, the locals speak, write and read Spanish, English, Dutch and Papiamento fluently.
- Electricity in Aruba is 110A.C. and cars drive on the right.
AIRPORT INFORMATION
- Aruba's airport is the Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). This popular destination is serviced by American Airlines, KLM, Continental, Delta, TWA, United Airlines, US Airways as well as several charter companies.
- Aruba is an international destination. When traveling with your kids, make sure you pack everything necessary for a smooth airport experience: passports, ID, snacks, games, headphones.
- Foreign & International drivers licenses accepted. Free parking throughout the island. Cars, jeeps, bicycles and scooters may be rented at the airport and major hotels. In Aruba, everyone drives on the right side of the road
WEATHER
- Average temperature in Aruba in the summer is 85°F and in the winter 81°F. The island has no hurricane season.
- The temperature difference between June and December or midnight and noon is rarely more than four degrees either side of 82F. A dependable cooling trade wind blows from the east, and fewer than 22 inches of rain fall anywhere on the island during a year.
