penguinchick121 Posted March 17, 2016 #1 Share Posted March 17, 2016 I am thinking of a cruise that stops in Aruba from 1PM to 10PM. Are there any issues with being there after dark? Is the port area safe? Are there things to do around the port? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted March 17, 2016 #2 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Port area is very safe. Across the street and a short walk are lots of stores, restaurants and also casinos. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatteras51 Posted March 17, 2016 #3 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Port area is very safe.4 Across the street and a short walk are lots of stores, restaurants and also casinos. Keith We walk around downtown at night. As long as you stay in the well lit areas you'll be fine. Just use the same precautions that you would use at home. You can walk for several miles along the main road along the waterfront. They've completed a nice paved walking and biking path. However, there isn't a lot to do downtown at night. There are some good restaurants and a couple of casinos. All of the shops close at 6:00. If you want to shop, go before then, or take the bus or a taxi to Palm Beach. That is where the action is at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lidolounger Posted March 22, 2016 #4 Share Posted March 22, 2016 We will be in Aruba 8am-10pm. Want to be on a beach for sunset. Do Eagle and Palm Beach face West? Sorry, I am very directional challenged! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leavethekidswithmom Posted March 22, 2016 #5 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Aruba is safe, safer than any island we ever been to. Sure there's petty crimes and don't leave your purse or wallet unattended an American may steal it. IMHO Aruba is 100 times safer than my home or downtown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatteras51 Posted March 22, 2016 #6 Share Posted March 22, 2016 We will be in Aruba 8am-10pm. Want to be on a beach for sunset. Do Eagle and Palm Beach face West? Sorry, I am very directional challenged! You will see beautiful sunsets from Eagle and Palm Beaches, and also downtown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
She is from Boston Posted January 13, 2018 #7 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Any suggestions for night things to do in Aruba...our ship doesn't leave till 11:00 Thank you, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted January 14, 2018 #8 Share Posted January 14, 2018 We will be in Aruba 8am-10pm. Want to be on a beach for sunset. Do Eagle and Palm Beach face West? Sorry, I am very directional challenged! Both beaches face the same direction, West :). And they are perfect for sunset....if the weather cooperates. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdawg954 Posted January 21, 2018 #9 Share Posted January 21, 2018 Did the Kukoo Kunuku when I was in Aruba in May. Believe I was in port from 11 am to 11 pm. This tour started around 5 and ended around 10. Had a lot of fun. Champagne toast at sunset overlooking the beach. Drinks at every stop. Dinner was included . .. . A real party atmosphere. Nice way to see some of the island as the sun goes down into the night. No the drinks were not top shelf and the dinner was not gourmet but it was memorable fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbw Posted January 21, 2018 #10 Share Posted January 21, 2018 Any suggestions for night things to do in Aruba...our ship doesn't leave till 11:00Thank you, Treat yourself to a delicious dinner at Madame Janette"s cab from pier dock book reservation in advance1 best almond grouper ever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorchrislen Posted January 22, 2018 #11 Share Posted January 22, 2018 Did the Kukoo Kunuku when I was in Aruba in May. Believe I was in port from 11 am to 11 pm. This tour started around 5 and ended around 10. Was this thru the ship? can we bring our 17y.o. or is it only for adults? (I know he couldn't drink; just wondering if they have a price for minors). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdawg954 Posted January 22, 2018 #12 Share Posted January 22, 2018 Was this thru the ship? can we bring our 17y.o. or is it only for adults? (I know he couldn't drink; just wondering if they have a price for minors). The excursion was through the ship but essentially the ship served as a booking agent for them . . . . Which was cool because we had a ton of shipboard credit and was able to use it. This was on Celebrity. You can also book independently I believe, however we had a full trolley load from the ship and they had a second trolley from another ship and a third trolley for folks residing on the island. For the night time event it is a minimum age of 18, probably due to the bar visits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow bunny Posted January 26, 2018 #13 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Did the Kukoo Kunuku when I was in Aruba in May. Believe I was in port from 11 am to 11 pm. This tour started around 5 and ended around 10. Had a lot of fun. Champagne toast at sunset overlooking the beach. Drinks at every stop. Dinner was included . .. . A real party atmosphere. Nice way to see some of the island as the sun goes down into the night. No the drinks were not top shelf and the dinner was not gourmet but it was memorable fun. Was there any dancing?? Looking at this as we overnight in Aruba next month. snow bunny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted February 2, 2018 #14 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Did the Kukoo Kunuku when I was in Aruba in May. Believe I was in port from 11 am to 11 pm. This tour started around 5 and ended around 10. Had a lot of fun. Champagne toast at sunset overlooking the beach. Drinks at every stop. Dinner was included . .. . A real party atmosphere. Nice way to see some of the island as the sun goes down into the night. No the drinks were not top shelf and the dinner was not gourmet but it was memorable fun. The excursion was through the ship but essentially the ship served as a booking agent for them . . . . Which was cool because we had a ton of shipboard credit and was able to use it. This was on Celebrity. You can also book independently I believe, however we had a full trolley load from the ship and they had a second trolley from another ship and a third trolley for folks residing on the island. For the night time event it is a minimum age of 18, probably due to the bar visits. It sounds like fun. We are also in Aruba for an overnight so no worries about making it back to the ship on time. https://www.kukookunuku.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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