In this video review of Aruba, creator Chews to Explore lays out their take on planning your next Aruba vacation!

Aruba Travel Guide: Everything to Know Before You Go

The Chews (Chews to Explore) return from their second Aruba trip to share a comprehensive know-before-you-go guide to the "One Happy Island." Covering entry requirements (US passport + ED card), why Aruba's dry desert climate and location outside the hurricane belt make it a year-round destination, currency and payment tips (USD widely accepted, but credit card conversion can't be declined), and language (locals speak Papiamento, Dutch, Spanish, and English). The guide breaks down getting around (rental car vs. taxis vs. Arubus public transit) and profiles the island's distinct regions — lively Palm Beach, quieter Eagle Beach, culturally rich Oranjestad, artsy San Nicolas, and the rugged, windswept Arikok National Park. Rounds out with beach highlights (shipwreck snorkeling, flamingo beaches), local food recommendations (papaya hot sauce, Dutch pancakes, food trucks with peanut sauce), safety notes (tap water is safe to drink), and travel insurance advice.