FAQs
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When should I RSVP?
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RSVP's are welcome as soon as possible. While it is early, we are looking for final 'yes' and 'no' by July 15th, 2026 for both Aruba and our Midwest reception.
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When should I arrive?
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The bride and groom will be flying to Aruba on Monday, November 23rd and flying out on Monday, November 30th. The ceremony and reception will be Friday, November 27th starting at 4:30pm with a welcome event on Thursday night, November 26th. We will have events/excursions planned throughout the week and all are welcome to participate. Please see the schedule tab for a breakdown of wedding events including dates, start times, locations, and booking links to join once available. We hope you take the weekend to not only celebrate with us, but also to plan excursions and enjoy all that the island has to offer!
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Do you have room blocks or primary lodging?
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We will not have room blocks or a designated spot for lodging. Guests are welcome to find lodging that best suits their needs throughout the week. There are abundant airbnbs that can offer affordable lodging when split among groups. The bride and groom and family will be renting an airbnb east of Palm beach (Borocana neighborhood in Noord). Please look for accommodation close to Palm beach for easy transport to wedding festivities.
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Children and plus ones?
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In order to keep our wedding as intimate as possible, only the guest formally invited on your wedding invitation will be accounted for in reservations. If you received a plus one they will appear when you RSVP once formal invitations are sent out. While we love your little ones, this wedding is an adults only occasion with the exception of immediate family. Certain excursions and restaurants that may be included in the schedule are 21+ which encourages an opportunity for a couple's getaway!
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What are the transportation options in Aruba?
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Aruba offers rental cars, buses, taxis, and E-scooters/bikes. There are no uber's or lyfts on the island - they primarily use taxis. Bus lines run to many of the popular beaches. Many excursions offer transportation to and from sites. Additional information on transportation, rental companies, bus schedules, etc. can be found under the travel tab of the website.
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Is there a dress code?
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Dress to impress...but more importantly, to be comfortable! Our ceremony and reception will be outdoors and will involve walking and standing. Please wear comfortable shoes for the ceremony and dress for BREEZY weather. Aruba receives ~3 inches of rain throughout the month of November so brief afternoon rain showers are possible.
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What essentials should I pack?
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It is recommended to bring snorkeling gear, water shoes, beach floaties, reef safe sunscreen ($$$ on the island), light rain gear (Sept-Dec is Aruba's rainy season), comfortable shoes for rocky terrain, water shoes for excursions, sim card for cellular or an international plan, aloe, bug repellant for dusk, reusable water bottle, Dramamine or Bonine medication or a Scopolamine patch for sea sickness as our ceremony will be on a catamaran.
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What do I need to know about Aruba?
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Important details to know before arriving to Aruba: 1. **US travelers need a valid passport and a completed ED card for entry** Completed ED cards are required to check luggage in the U.S. 2. Average flights to Aruba from MSP/DEN can vary between $600-$800. 3. Aruba is considered one of the safest Caribbean islands which is why we chose this destination to enjoy all the island has to offer (and is located outside the hurricane belt). 4. Spoken languages include English, Spanish, Dutch, and Papiamento. Bon Bini means "welcome" in Papiamento. 5. Aruba consists of six official districts, and the capital is called Oranjestad, translated to “Orange Town.” 6. Aruba's only international airport is Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), located near the capital. 7. There is no need to buy bottled water in Aruba. The island has its own water distillery making their water safe to drink! 8. It takes ~45 minutes to drive from the top of the island to the bottom. 9. Alcohol prices are 2-4x higher than in the U.S. It is recommended to buy at duty free before you leave the airport. 10. Aruba is a constituent island country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. 11. Currency: Aruban florin (AWG). Aruba accepts all major credit cards, traveler's checks, American dollars in most places. 12. Cell phone providers like Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, or Sprint will have international plans available in Aruba. If you want to avoid carrier service charges, consider renting a cell phone or purchase a SIM card from Setar or Digicel, located at the airport. In order to call the United States from Aruba, first, dial 001 followed by the area code and finally the phone number. 13. Aruparking offers a rechargeable card to pay for parking in and around the capital, Oranjestad.
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Please text Emma (320) 333-2838 or Brett (218) 590-8353