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    Tips for families

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Aruba remains one of the safest and most reliably storm-free Caribbean destinations out there. With the creation of one water park on DePalm Island and the pending completion of another close to Oranjestad, Aruba is even more kid-friendly tha... Continue reading »

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    Tips for gay and lesbian travelers

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Arubans seem genuinely confounded when asked about homophobia on the island. People here pride themselves on Aruba's diversity, and most are gentle and remarkably nonjudgmental, certainly of tourists, but also of their gay and lesbian neighbo... Continue reading »

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    Tips for senior travelers

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Aruba's a great place for wise and seasoned travelers. In fact, a hefty portion of the island's guests, especially during the high season, are people over 50. If you're looking for a quiet environment with a more mature clientele, think about... Continue reading »

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    Tips for travelers with disabilities

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Traveling with a disability is seldom a piece of cake, and like most places, Aruba could do more to welcome vacationers with disabilities. Queen Beatrix International Airport was renovated in 2000, yet facilities compliant with the Americans... Continue reading »

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    Staying connected

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Telephones While making local calls from your hotel can be outrageously expensive, and even receiving incoming calls is costly to you, long-distance calls are flat-out ridiculous. If you have to make a call, purchase a phone card from a co... Continue reading »