Soprano's piano Bar

Make sure that you go to Soprano's Piano Bar and when you do, tell them your on your honey moon and they will sell you a huge drink cheaper than usual!

My sister going to Aruba?

Our posts here and the photo's provided may lead to my sister going to Aruba in the winter. She told me she was looking for a place that was safe, had beutiful beaches, good food, and the weather was always great. I told her without hesitation that she just described Aruba to a tee. I also told her thanks for the idea for a post.

When you are thinking about a perfect vacation, think ARUBA!

ALREADY BOOKED FOR '09

Well my wife and I will be back in Aruba staying at the Marriott Stelaris Resort and Casino once again. We can't wait. We decided to try something a little different in September and go to Cabo. I know we will like it but at the same time I am sure it won't be Aruba.

So next March week 12 we will be there on the happy island. Hope you can join us!!

All inclusive = Bad Idea

When you sit down and do the math and also think of everything you are missing out on it's a classic no brainer. Consider this, the Occidental Grand in the high rise section is a beautiful resort BUT if you use RCI to get you room they make you pay additional $175 or so per person per day.

The first problem with this is I don't spend that much on food and drinks everyday. On the days I might spend this much on food and drink, I don't do it all at the hotel. Which brings me to:

The second problem is Aruba is a safe country that has a ton of great restaurants to eat at. Why would you overpay to be forced to eat at the resort everyday?

All I am saying is shop around and look closely at the numbers. If all inclusive still makes sense, go for it. BUT if not take advantage of the great bars and restaurants and do not go all inclusive.

If you want tips on the hotels, post a comment and ill post on it.

Take the Jolly Pirates Boat in Aruba!

When you visit Aruba make sure to take 2 hours out of your day to go on the Jolly Pirates Boat. They launch right off the beach in front of Moomba Beach, which is a nice bar in between the Marriott Surf Club and the Holiday Inn. They have an open bar during the trip and they keep 'em coming! It is a beautiful ship with an outstanding crew that truly is there to please. After you sail up the island a bit they anchor off and there is a rope swing where you can swing off into the water which is always fun. This is a great evening event that does not get to crazy so it is perfect for most ages. Click here to check out Jolly Pirates.