Aruba Travel Safety Guide
What are the emergency numbers in Aruba?
Aruba emergency numbers: 911 (Police), 911 (Ambulance), 911 (Fire Department).
Is Aruba safe for travelers?
Aruba is easier than many Caribbean islands, but petty theft and theft from vehicles, hotel rooms, and rental units still happen.
Aruba is used as a drug transit route. Drug-related crime can happen, and you should never carry packages for anyone or leave bags unattended.
What health risks should travelers know about in Aruba?
Sun and dehydration are bigger day-to-day risks than crime for many visitors. Plan around heat and beach exposure.
What laws should tourists know about in Aruba?
Carry ID or a passport copy. Drug penalties are severe even though the island can feel relaxed and easygoing.
How is transportation in Aruba?
Resort areas are straightforward, but road safety and drink-driving rules still matter. Do not assume beach-town vibes mean casual enforcement.
What should travelers know about money in Aruba?
Aruba uses the Aruban florin (AWG), but US dollars are widely accepted. Cards work widely in tourist areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the emergency number in Aruba?
In Aruba, you can reach police at 911, ambulance at 911. These numbers work from any phone, including mobile phones without a local SIM card.
Is Aruba safe for tourists?
Aruba is easier than many Caribbean islands, but petty theft and theft from vehicles, hotel rooms, and rental units still happen.
What currency is used in Aruba?
Aruba uses the Aruban florin (AWG), but US dollars are widely accepted. Cards work widely in tourist areas.
What health precautions should I take in Aruba?
Sun and dehydration are bigger day-to-day risks than crime for many visitors. Plan around heat and beach exposure.
What laws should tourists know about in Aruba?
Carry ID or a passport copy. Drug penalties are severe even though the island can feel relaxed and easygoing.
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