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Aruba Cruise Port Guide 2025!

The Port Lowdown
The Port Lowdown
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👁️ 41K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 10:16
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CaribbeanVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we dock at the capital of orestad where the docks are capable of five ships at once

this very nice terminal is air conditioned and not too big just enough for some casual shopping

the roads are in excellent condition for the most part especially on the more developed Northwest end

this makes Eagle beach one of the most popular on the island

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Rent a car to explore the island on your own time
✓Book car rentals as early as possible due to high demand
✓Have cash in hand for taxis as credit cards are usually not accepted
✓Check the office location of car rentals and use shuttles if not at the airport
✓Use a sidekick navigator for driving as cars may not have GPS

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowds at beaches — Beach areas are large and can absorb crowds; visit less popular beaches for a quieter experience
Driving in roundabouts — Roundabouts have curbs in lanes; use inner lane and go around, it takes getting used to

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the port basics for Aruba?
QHow to explore beaches and coastal towns in Aruba?
QWhat are the driving conditions and tips for renting a car in Aruba?

Topics Covered

Port Destination3 Happy BaconExcursions3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Oranjestad3 Happy Bacon
Top: Car rental to explore beaches (128.88 USD for a full day)
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Aruba is an awesome Caribbean cruise destination! Part of the ABC Islands (along with Curaçao and Bonaire), this is a popular cruising itinerary! Let us guide you through all the port basics, important tips, and our experience with car rental. We dock at Oranjestad and explore Eagle Beach, Arashi Beach, Mangel Halto, Savaneta Beach, Baby Beach, Rodger’s Beach, and finally Saint Nicholas town! Let’s get the lowdown and get you started with the fabulous cruise ship port! 0:00 Intro 0:56 Port 3:35 Car Rental Details 5:35 Beaches and Towns Finding value and getting some tips from our videos?  Support us: Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLdrgdmwIf5Z1qhRf5HIq-g?sub_confirmation=1 and share with your shipmates.  ***************** Disclaimer: This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we’ll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for helping us bring more port information and independent excursion to you.  ***************** ⚓Helpful links  Car Rental https://discovercars.tp.st/thLTYDL6 Arubus (local bus network) https://arubus.com/ ***************** 🎹Theme music by Rafael Deo  🫶Connect with us  Web: http://www.portlowdown.com  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557696962794 #cruiseport #theportlowdown  #cruiseportguide #caribbeancruiseport #aruba #Oranjestad