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Travel Requirements for Going to Aruba & Back to the US

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PLEASE READ ALL DETAILS ON OUR BELOW GOOGLE DOC LINK: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GB0047VoJFAdYzipqp0mjxxuBQkPwSNqUrIO9pORj_o/edit?usp=sharing Traveling to Aruba: There are several strict COVID-19 testing requirements for traveling to Aruba WITHIN 3 DAYS OF ARRIVAL, including a mandatory insurance purchase of $15, and online registration for an embarkation program. Details on above Google doc. Traveling back to the US: The CDC requires all US citizens, vaccinated or not, to present a negative COVID-19 test result conducted no more than 3 days before their flight's departure from Aruba. See Google doc above for more details, including testing locations in Aruba. You will go through U.S. Customs before you leave the Aruba airport; arrive to the airport 4 HOURS before your departure.

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How do I get from the airport to my hotel/resort?

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The airport has a fast, efficient taxi system right outside the terminal door. Just tell the “Taxi Captain” where you’re staying and the cab pulls up. They’re government-set rates, so no hassles. The ride to our resort/area is about 20 minutes.

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Is there a way to text/communicate while in Aruba?

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Download and use the free WhatsApp app to communicate internationally by text while on WiFi in Aruba: https://www.whatsapp.com WhatsApp uses your phone's Internet connection to send messages so you can avoid text fees.

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About Aruba

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Aruba is a very safe country, owned by The Netherlands, and most people speak English and many prices are in U.S. dollars. You can ride the city bus to the downtown area (a pickup area is just outside the Barcelo resort) where cruise ships dock and do some serious shopping. Credit cards (Visa and MasterCard) are accepted almost everywhere, except for the $3 city bus fare (Florin is the currency of Aruba). Hotels and resorts should be able to exchange dollars for Florins. There are also lots of local souvenir shops in our area of Palm Beach/Noord. Please note that you will go through U.S. Customs before leaving Aruba; arrive to the airport 4 hours before your flight back home.

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Info for Barcelo Resort Guests

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The below only applies to Barcelo Aruba resort guests: - Tips are not expected, but you’ll get a little extra love from the bartenders (tips can be in American dollars). - When you arrive at the resort, you'll have a private check-in (not in the main lobby). Ask the concierge to direct you to First Club check-in. - Specialty dining restaurants have dress code requirements at dinner: Men must wear closed-toe shoes, long pants/khakis, and a collared shirt. Women cannot wear thong flip-flops or bathing suit coverups. - Bring a Yeti or tumbler so you don't have to go to the bar as often. The bar will fill up just about any vessel you want to use. - Beach towels are provided, so you don't need to bring your own. - Safes are available in each room. - If you want to do an excursion, wait and book through the resort once you arrive. Or, book through a trusted source, like Trip Advisor.

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How do I book a seat on the Thursday party bus?

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Instead of a traditional rehearsal dinner, we're inviting everyone to join us for the #1 tour in Aruba: Kukoo Kunuku Happy Hour Party Bus! We'll be on a colorful, open-air party bus that will take us into the city for a unique Caribbean island experience at three great local bars with drink specials, snacks, and a complimentary shot at each stop. If you'd like to join, it's $50/person and the steps to book are below. STEPS: 1. The link to purchase tickets is: https://www.kukookunuku.com/#tours 2. Choose "Happy Kukoo Hour" option (5-8 pm) 3. The date of the tour is THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2021. 4. Put "MER & KEVIN WEDDING" in the Remarks section when you book online. 5. Say you’re staying at Barcelo resort (that’s where it’ll pick all of us up at about 4 pm). 6. That's it! They will pick us up from Barcelo resort and drop us off there afterward.