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In this land of windswept white beaches, hidden grottoes and abandoned gold mines, it's easy to spend exorbitant amounts of money on transportation, but there are ways to cut down on the cost of seeing the island. The majority of tourists flock to Oranjsted, the island's main town. Around Oranjsted it's possible to save money traveling by local bus, but Aruba's main bus line does not service the rugged north and south of the island. If you want to get off the beaten path and away from the crowds, you will need to arrange your own transport.
Tips & Warnings
1) Head to Arikok National Wildlife Park to enjoy the island's white sand beaches, a network of caves and grottoes, desert wildlife and the remnants of gold mining. It is in this park where you can feast your eyes on twisted divi-divi trees and wild cacti.
2) Find a hotel or cottage in the rugged north of the island to truly get away from it all.
3) If you want to avoid the tourist scene, bypass Oranjsted and head straight for the north or south of the island.
4) Renting a motorcyle or scooter is a great way enjoy Aruba's scenic vistas and beautiful weather.
1) Head to Arikok National Wildlife Park to enjoy the island's white sand beaches, a network of caves and grottoes, desert wildlife and the remnants of gold mining. It is in this park where you can feast your eyes on twisted divi-divi trees and wild cacti.
2) Find a hotel or cottage in the rugged north of the island to truly get away from it all.
3) If you want to avoid the tourist scene, bypass Oranjsted and head straight for the north or south of the island.
4) Renting a motorcyle or scooter is a great way enjoy Aruba's scenic vistas and beautiful weather.
Some minivan drivers in Oranjsted have taken to selling yellow two-way tickets like Arubus, but these drivers are independent operators and the return tickets are usually not honored.
Some minivan drivers in Oranjsted have taken to selling yellow two-way tickets like Arubus, but these drivers are independent operators and the return tickets are usually not honored.
Article Written By Heather Carreiro
Heather Carreiro is a certified English teacher who has been writing since 2008. The editor of Matador Abroad, her work has appeared online at BootsnAll, Matador Network, GoNOMAD, Journey Beyond Travel and Expat Women. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in linguistics and Middle Eastern studies from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and is pursuing a Master of Arts in English at Bridgewater State University.
