Aruba, Boarding
March 27 in Aruba ⋅ ☀️ 84 °FA $25 taxi fare from the airport, and I am dropped off at the entrance to the port. Somewhat of a surprise, the security personnel has my name on a printed list that makes me feel like a VIP.
A $25 taxi fare from the airport, and I am dropped off at the entrance to the port. Somewhat of a surprise, the security personnel has my name on a printed list that makes me feel like a VIP.
At the ship's security screening, after a few phone calls, I'm met by a rep from Guest Services. A first for me to miss the scheduled embarkation port, but I learned it's a common occurrence. A quickRead more
The "Oasis Class" is so far my favorite RCL class of ship. How can you not enjoy looking down at Central Park or Broadwalk from an inside balcony?
One of the nice things about cruising on the bigger ships is that there is no shortage of sports activities, about anytime of the day.
A late departure from Aruba, and it's an early morning arrival in colorful Curacao, which is only about 80 miles away.
While enjoying a cold Montana Blonde.
"Wedding Cake" home with a cool historical background
For $20, a guided bus tour gives a chance to see some of the island highlights. One stop is at the birthplace of Curacao liquor, which surprisingly is made from an orange base. Out of the threeRead more
A scenic stop where you can take a picture at a "I ❤️ Curacao" sign with a nice view in the background. Be careful of steep and dangerous cliff.