Is It Worth Getting Off the Ship in Aruba? | Easy DIY Port Day
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Aruba is one of the those ports that people get really excited about.
This is a very accessessible port. Flat terrain, clear sidewalks, easy navigation.
This is not a maximize your time port. It's a pace yourself port.
You could very realistically have a great day in Aruba for about 40 to 50 bucks a person or even less.
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Is it worth getting off the ship in Oranjestad — or should you stay onboard? In this video, we do Aruba without an excursion and share an honest, low-stress DIY port day. We keep it simple, flexible, and budget-friendly to see if leaving the ship in Aruba is actually worth it. You’ll see: How easy it is to walk off the ship in Aruba One simple highlight stop (no reservations, no pressure) Where to find local food right along your walking route What Aruba really costs without an excursion Who this port day works best for — and who might skip it On Points & Ports with Pam, I help you decide: ✔️ What’s easy to do on your own ✔️ When spending money makes sense ✔️ When it’s better to stay close or skip the extras 👉 If this kind of honest, low-pressure planning helps you, subscribe to Points & Ports with Pam. Plan smarter ports. Spend less. Enjoy the day. 🎰 How we afford cruises like this If you’re curious how we get on cruises so often, that’s explained step-by-step on my other channel, Cruise Casino Secrets, where I break down how cruise casino offers actually work. Credit Card Links: Earn Bonus Points with the World of Hyatt Business Card https://www.referyourchasecard.com/205m/XFF9NA07ZX Earn 4 free nights with the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card. Earn 80,000 bonus points with IHG One Rewards Traveler credit card. Earn 140,000 bonus points with the IHG One Rewards Premier Business credit card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/210f/YPYUEHBPBR Earn 90,000 bonus points with the Ink Business Preferred® card or up to $1,000 bonus cash back with the Ink Business Premier℠ card, Ink Business Unlimited® card or Ink Business Cash® card. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21t/P13P3W4NVN Hey! I love my Capital One travel card and I think you will too! You get unlimited miles on every purchase with a card that fits your lifestyle. I can get a bonus if you apply through my referral link: https://i.capitalone.com/JxoTnjzRQ Our amazing travel agent: Kathy Mendez 📞 (919) 844-7034 | (305) 336-7349 📧 bobkellytours@bellsouth.net 🔎 HASHTAGS #ArubaCruise #ArubaPortDay #IsItWorthGettingOffTheShip #DIYPortDay #CruisePorts #CruisePlanning #CruiseOnABudget #NoExcursion #PointsAndPortsWithPam #CaribbeanCruise