Aruba vs Curaçao ( Archived) (41)

Sep 3, 2017 3:39 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Planned to go to Curaçao in the end of November, but it looks like big airplanes from Europe go to Aruba and there you have to change to some lesser craft, which makes the journey both longer and more cumbersome.

Is there any difference between Aruba and Curaçao that worth the struggle? Anyone experienced on the subject?
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Sep 3, 2017 3:58 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Bnaughty
BnaughtyBnaughtyMálaga, Andalusia Spain43 Threads 2 Polls 4,685 Posts
Tulefell: Planned to go to Curaçao in the end of November, but it looks like big airplanes from Europe go to Aruba and there you have to change to some lesser craft, which makes the journey both longer and more cumbersome.

Is there any difference between Aruba and Curaçao that worth the struggle? Anyone experienced on the subject?

I´m not experienced on these destinations. You could fly to Málaga though, probably cheaper too.
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Sep 3, 2017 4:04 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Bnaughty: I´m not experienced on these destinations. You could fly to Málaga though, probably cheaper too.


I've had a 2-weeks holiday on Costa de Almeria this summer, thanks. I'm not looking for cheap, I'm looking for exotic.

And by the way, the Spaniards don't like tourists.
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Sep 3, 2017 4:08 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Bnaughty
BnaughtyBnaughtyMálaga, Andalusia Spain43 Threads 2 Polls 4,685 Posts
Tulefell: I've had a 2-weeks holiday on Costa de Almeria this summer, thanks. I'm not looking for cheap, I'm looking for exotic.

And by the way, the Spaniards don't like tourists.

Exotic doesn´t have to be expensive, there are plenty of palm trees here and they´re free to look at. Did you have a bad experience here?
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Sep 3, 2017 4:16 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Bnaughty: Exotic doesn´t have to be expensive, there are plenty of palm trees here and they´re free to look at. Did you have a bad experience here?


No, my experience of Spain is rather positive. Though the palm trees there in a great need of water. But that's not the point. The point is in the difference in temperatures in November: Day / Night / Water

Malaga: 17 / 10 /18
Aruba : 29 / 27 / 28
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Sep 3, 2017 4:29 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Bnaughty
BnaughtyBnaughtyMálaga, Andalusia Spain43 Threads 2 Polls 4,685 Posts
Tulefell: No, my experience of Spain is rather positive. Though the palm trees there in a great need of water. But that's not the point. The point is in the difference in temperatures in November: Day / Night / Water

Malaga: 17 / 10 /18
Aruba : 29 / 27 / 28

What about Tenerife then?
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Sep 3, 2017 4:34 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Cachuchi
CachuchiCachuchiunknown, Navarre Spain12 Threads 943 Posts
Hi =)
Yes, I´ve visited both.
I would suggest Curazao instead of Aruba, although both are very similar: architectural design & amazing beaches, Aruba is more expensive and focuses in high tourism standard meanwhile Curazao is more familiar, authentic...

You´ll have a wonderful time there beer
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Sep 3, 2017 4:40 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Cachuchi: Hi =)
Yes, I´ve visited both.
I would suggest Curazao instead of Aruba, although both are very similar: architectural design & amazing beaches, Aruba is more expensive and focuses in high tourism standard meanwhile Curazao is more familiar, authentic...

You´ll have a wonderful time there


Wow! Thank you for the advise. From what I've seen, price doesn't differ especially much between the two islands. And if there's no any dramatic differences in, say, safety, then perhaps, I'd choose the closest one.
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Sep 3, 2017 5:02 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Cachuchi
CachuchiCachuchiunknown, Navarre Spain12 Threads 943 Posts
Tulefell: Wow! Thank you for the advise. From what I've seen, price doesn't differ especially much between the two islands. And if there's no any dramatic differences in, say, safety, then perhaps, I'd choose the closest one.


No, there is no such a big difference in prices, and also it depends what you are looking for....to walk and interact with people Curazao is perfect, but if you are more up to tourist services, pick Aruba (good duty free for watches and jewerly)....but I must tell you: all Caribbean Islands are pretty much the same, I did a Cruise years ago and by my last few days in there didn´t go out every time ship got land because it was better option to stay at the pool LOL! cool
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Sep 3, 2017 5:10 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Bogart_1960
Bogart_1960Bogart_1960Ask me !, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur France36 Threads 1 Polls 10,012 Posts
Tulefell: Planned to go to Curaçao in the end of November, but it looks like big airplanes from Europe go to Aruba and there you have to change to some lesser craft, which makes the journey both longer and more cumbersome.

Is there any difference between Aruba and Curaçao that worth the struggle? Anyone experienced on the subject?


know both islands. it depends what are you looking for (as it is for all destinations, btw Google is a great friend).

I prefer Curaçao .


best flying options: : from Europe: Amsterdam, or fly to Miami . +- 11 to 15 H.

enjoy wine
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Sep 3, 2017 5:14 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell: Planned to go to Curaçao in the end of November, but it looks like big airplanes from Europe go to Aruba and there you have to change to some lesser craft, which makes the journey both longer and more cumbersome.

Is there any difference between Aruba and Curaçao that worth the struggle? Anyone experienced on the subject?
Hi tulefell , honestly havnt even heard of the places you are talking about wave
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Sep 3, 2017 5:18 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
the Island of C.O,S..... where Chris lives. is suppose to be nice.....you can even meet him there....sitting on the beach.....in his greasy shirt and pants....gutting fish......also he,s a good guide......just don't mention about the Marbles......he gets a little touch,y about that.........good luck........TRU........banana banana wave wave giggle giggle giggle
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Sep 4, 2017 11:26 AM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Bnaughty: What about Tenerife then?


22 / 20 / 24
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Sep 4, 2017 11:35 AM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Cachuchi: No, there is no such a big difference in prices, and also it depends what you are looking for....to walk and interact with people Curazao is perfect, but if you are more up to tourist services, pick Aruba (good duty free for watches and jewerly)....but I must tell you: all Caribbean Islands are pretty much the same, I did a Cruise years ago and by my last few days in there didn´t go out every time ship got land because it was better option to stay at the pool LOL!



First and foremost I want sun and warmth: a few lazy days doing nothing, but swimming and sun-bathing. To get as much positive energy as possible in order to survive another winter. Don't want interact with people beyond strict necessity. Don't need duty free... One or another tour / visit to an historical place or spectacular scenery, one or another experience of local music and arts... and that would be enough for me.

And if they all the same, Aruba is closer :)
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Sep 4, 2017 11:47 AM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Bogart_1960: know both islands. it depends what are you looking for (as it is for all destinations, btw Google is a great friend).

I prefer Curaçao .


best flying options: : from Europe: Amsterdam, or fly to Miami . +- 11 to 15 H.

enjoy



Thanks, I'm still at home :)

4 hours difference in travel time matters for me. I don't want to arrive to destination tired to dead and spend a few days unable to enjoy my holiday. And then the journey home and at once to work. A holiday doesn't have to be a struggle.

And yes, I googled the subject before posting this thread and learned that different travel agencies praise the place (of course, they want to sell tickets), while information from people could be summarised: "Aruba is more like Miami, Curaçao is slightly different". I never been to Miami and have nothing to compare with. And then, I'd prefer biased, but passionate opinion from them, who been there.

Which I also got, thank you :)
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Sep 4, 2017 11:52 AM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Dedovix
DedovixDedovixBig Place, Central Serbia Serbia12 Threads 1 Polls 5,492 Posts
Tulefell: Planned to go to Curaçao in the end of November, but it looks like big airplanes from Europe go to Aruba and there you have to change to some lesser craft, which makes the journey both longer and more cumbersome.

Is there any difference between Aruba and Curaçao that worth the struggle? Anyone experienced on the subject?

but,but,but...its my birthdayblues
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Sep 4, 2017 11:58 AM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Bogart_1960
Bogart_1960Bogart_1960Ask me !, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur France36 Threads 1 Polls 10,012 Posts
Tulefell: Thanks, I'm still at home :)

4 hours difference in travel time matters for me. I don't want to arrive to destination tired to dead and spend a few days unable to enjoy my holiday. And then the journey home and at once to work. A holiday doesn't have to be a struggle.

And yes, I googled the subject before posting this thread and learned that different travel agencies praise the place (of course, they want to sell tickets), while information from people could be summarised: "Aruba is more like Miami, Curaçao is slightly different". I never been to Miami and have nothing to compare with. And then, I'd prefer biased, but passionate opinion from them, who been there.

Which I also got, thank you :)



"Aruba is more like Miami, Curaçao is slightly different"

means Aruba is a bit "plastic/fake", and Curaçao is just a bit real.

I do understand you regarding flying time.
wine
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Sep 4, 2017 12:05 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
ali110: Hi tulefell , honestly havnt even heard of the places you are talking about



Why! Are you telling me that you never read about West India and treasure islands as a teenager?

That cool marine vocabulary, all those sails and musts. Fierce battles on the sea, "winner takes it all" style.

Pirates covered with battle scars.

Colourful nature and and exotic names.

And ah so romantic those savoury nights when the hero stands under her balcony, his eyes reflecting star light, his chest full of cow-like sighs...
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Sep 4, 2017 12:09 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
Tulefell
TulefellTulefellGothenburg, Vastra Gotaland Sweden103 Threads 5 Polls 3,290 Posts
Dedovix: but,but,but...its my birthday


It's my birthday too. That's why I'd like to spend it away from cold darkness of Scandinavia.
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Sep 4, 2017 12:46 PM CST Aruba vs Curaçao
chris27292729
chris27292729chris27292729IOS island, South Aegean Greece93 Threads 15,811 Posts
Tulefell: Planned to go to Curaçao in the end of November, but it looks like big airplanes from Europe go to Aruba and there you have to change to some lesser craft, which makes the journey both longer and more cumbersome.

Is there any difference between Aruba and Curaçao that worth the struggle? Anyone experienced on the subject?



Yes there is a difference.
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IOS island


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