Thread: Trip to AUA

I personally dislike Aruba--it's scrubby and arid, but there are good beaches if you like windsurfing. I do not care for their government (Natalie Holloway) I stopped going there several yrs prior to her disappearance just because of disinterest. I can think of so manyother island options in the Carib. Altho I have retired pals who go there 3-6 times a year, I don't get it.

I have heard its a little scrubby, but at the same time I heard its not as "crowded" as places like STX, STT, and UVF. That and the prices of the resorts on those Islands for May was insane even with the interline discount and such (over 4k+ for 5 days). Thanks for the suggestions I will keep these in mind for our trip.

Ive been to MEX and CUN before and they are nice, but I think the time frame of when we are going is the reason we stayed away from Mexico in General. The last time I went they still had the red button green button deal in customs down there. Woe be unto you if you pressed the button and it turned red lol.

How many people? Take a look at AI's on LuxuryLink under property type tab--we love Hacienda Tres Rios Nature Reserve in Riviera Maya.Their price is about $400 day for 2--premium everything. I aslo check sister site Family Getaway for pkgs (up to 4 people) and just use a pkg for 2. Massages, transfers, etc in many deals. We also liked Villa del Palmar north of hotel zone. The only ones I stay from are the mega resorts and Secrets (very small discounts)
I think Aruba is very expensive for non AI. There are always plenty of flights in May (watch Mom's Day, of course) Our local friends have trouble getting back from AUA now and then. (Comair retirees)
Keep us posted!

The Red light Green Light customs screening is gone. Didn't even check my carry on and shoes. Yes Mexico has is problems (borders)but they protect there resorts $$$ especially Puerto Aventura, R. Maya, Playa D.C. , Tulum. FYI, even with your senority, if oversold, Skyteam Partner AeroMexico takes great care of us. Flight every other hour to MEX.

We still have a nonstop once a week from CVG!
So many DL gateways for CUN.
I didn't see the red/green the last few trips. We typically go in May to Hacienda Tres Rios (for our anniversary--5/5/5 Cinco de Mayo por Us! haha) I highly recommend it for the food alone. Chef Oskar sometimes takes his vacation--we missed his personality last trip. They pamper you all day long at the pool, all teh activities are included--snorkeling in their cenotes,kayaks, bikes, etc. Night life is not a priority, but you can get wiped out with pool activities, food and drinks pretty fast! Great suites, too.