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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| aruba vaction | 12/3/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Hey there I've been going crazy trying to find a place to go on vacation. But then I saw aruba. And ... A: From what you describe to me, the best choice will be the Holiday Inn. It does have a younger crowd, ... | ||
| Aruba with 2 Toddlers | 11/24/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Adding to questions - We have been To Aruba before and know the scene in terms of eating, But heard ... A: http://www.arubabeaches.net/update-morgans-island-water-park-aruba-new-admission-fees/ Hi Mark..go ... | ||
| Jeep Rentals | 11/17/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I am bringing a group of 16 to 24 people. We are arriving by ship and when I was there before we ... A: .Most rental companies prefer not to pre-book a large amount of vehicles at one time. This is due to ... | ||
| Aruba with Toddlers | 11/11/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Going to Aruba during Holiday season with 2 Toddlers, Please recommend restauarants that are kid ... A: there are over 200 establishments in Aruba to dine. First, it would help if you tell me where you ... | ||
| prescriptions/pharmacies | 11/9/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: do pharmacies have a doctor on staff to write prescriptions, similar to the Mexican system? I have ... A: .Pharmacies, or, "Boticas" as they are called in Aruba do not have doctors on the premises. Only a ... | ||
| Christmas vacation | 11/1/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Andy, I havent travled in a long while, I am starting a business and things atr tight. I was ... A: Christmas time is in their high season, and also very busy for them. I would check travel packages ... | ||
| living in Aruba | 10/31/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Is it possible to purchase a home in Aruba and live there full time? I read your response regarding ... A: Yes..it is quite possible. You do not need citizenship status to purchase a home there, however, you ... | ||
| Working @ Aruba | 10/22/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I'm from india, Recently i got an opportunity from a company to work for them in aruba. what ... A: You can bring your spouse, but the company in Aruba must supply you with the immigration, work ... | ||
| bus service from airport | 10/20/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I have read on the airport web site that public bus service is available right outside the airport. ... A: ..the bus stop is not really "at" the airport. You would have to walk across the parking lot to the ... | ||
| surfing | 10/19/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Me and a couple of friends are currently living in San Diego and have been looking at Aruba to go to ... A: The only surfing I know about is what I see on TV ! I had a previous question like this, and I gave ... | ||
| cell phone | 10/2/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Looking to rent cell phone in Aruba. I see a few companies advertising. Can you recommemd one or ... A: .http://www.arubatourism.com/fastphones/ Go to this link for more info. Many people comment on how ... | ||
| Airfare | 9/10/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Hey Andy, Looking to travel to Aruba from Oct 1-9. Any recommendations on where to find low cost ... A: From Denver, you may have to take Continental to either Houston or Newark to get there. United from ... | ||
| Solo travel to Aruba | 9/3/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I just found this site. First of all, how nice of you to answer these questions! I have the ... A: First, let me start to say I go to Aruba every year by myself. The reasons I chose Aruba follow. ... | ||
| Aruba | 8/10/2009 | Diane Fazio |
| Q: When is the best and most economical time to travel to Aruba. I see that the prices fluctuate ... A: There really is no economical time to travel to Aruba.Because Aruba has Great weather 365 days a yr. ... | ||
| SETTING UP A SMALL BUSINESS | 7/26/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I was born in Aruba 1951. Left to go to England (I have British citizenship) where I stayed until ... A: Phyllis..from what I understand, you have residency, but not citizen status. If that is the case, ... | ||
| Retire In Aruba | 7/24/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: My wife and I took our first trip to Aruba in May and fell in love. We would like to buy a place ... A: The big difference here is you state you want to spend half your time there, rather than living ... | ||
| Pet friendly | 6/30/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Can you please give accurate information on any pet- friendly hotels with in-room high speed ... A: .. Amsterdam Manor..a really nice place, is pet friendly, but has internet access only in the main ... | ||
| Medical School and Living conditions | 6/19/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: my daughter has been accepted in the Medical School. How safe and pleasant is the Island... Elmer A: Safety wise, it is safer in Aruba than in most major cities here in the U.S. As always, common sense ... | ||
| Aruba | 6/16/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I am going to Aruba from 9/27-10/3. Is there anything that I need to know about this time of year. ... A: .yes, passport and round trip transportation is reqiured. When you land, you will go to Aruban ... | ||
| Aruba | 6/15/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I am going to Aruba from 9/27-10/3. Is there anything that I need to know about this time of year. ... A: Aruba at the time you are going is fairly quiet. I go the last 2 weeks of August , and I chose these ... | ||
| live in aruba | 6/12/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: my english is very poor but I will try it... We have an exporting company of leather and skins ... A: ! I would say to first go there, and contact a real estate agent to look at the property you may ... | ||
| move | 5/19/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: i wrote before, if i want to invest in the island what do you recommend? how can I make it possible ... A: .you can always try to open up a business there, but you must have an Aruban partner. Aruba is very ... | ||
| driving | 5/18/2009 | Diane Fazio |
| Q: if i have a learners permit and i am 17 can i drive alone in aruba? A: Here is the answer to your question. Had to check to verify. Driving in Aruba occurs on the ... | ||
| move | 5/18/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: i don't speak English very well. we are a Venezuelan family which want to invest and live in Aruba. ... A: Land can not be bought in Aruba. It is leased from the government for 30 year terms. Starting major ... | ||
| move | 5/18/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: i don't speak English very well. we are a Venezuelan family which want to invest and live in Aruba. ... A: Juan..first you must go there, contact a real estate agent. Shop around for a home. Once purchased, ... | ||
| move | 5/16/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: i don't speak English very well. we are a Venezuelan family which want to invest and live in Aruba. ... A: There are many things you must do to be a resident on the Island. For starters, you must own a ... | ||
| Diamonds | 5/5/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Where is the best place in Aruba to buy a diamond ring? Thank you. ANSWER: Hi Cindy! Most jewelers ... A: ..It's Gemani Jewelers on L.G Smith Blvd.90-92. It is one of the many jewelers on the island. Also ... | ||
| Honeymoon october 18-25 | 5/4/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Hey! From chicago here. Me and my fiance are torn between two resorts for our honeymoon. Either Riu ... A: .no pool in aruba is shaded, and any shade is determined by the time of day (position of the sun). ... | ||
| Honeymoon october 18-25 | 5/4/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Hey! From chicago here. Me and my fiance are torn between two resorts for our honeymoon. Either Riu ... A: ! Easy question. No mistake, take the Riu. A bit higher in price, but Occidental has unfavorable ... | ||
| Diamonds | 5/3/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Where is the best place in Aruba to buy a diamond ring? Thank you. A: Most jewelers have good prices, and vary store to store, but..you must bargain with them to get a ... | ||
| Cheap Airfare | 5/1/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: how do I go about getting a cheap airfare roundtrip to Aruba from May 20 - 24? A: .for me to do any research, it would help to know where you are! You will not find "cheap", but ... | ||
| price!!!! | 4/29/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: whats the cost of the average beer/bottle wine in the clubs bars and restraunts there in ££££ if ... A: ! I seen prices range from $4.00 to $8.00 depending where you go. ( Sorry, I don't have the ... | ||
| Traveling to Aruba | 4/23/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I am planning on taking my 15 year old granddaughter to Aruba, her parents are not able to go. She ... A: .In case Aruban/US authorities request it, you will need written permission from BOTH parents that ... | ||
| looking for room | 4/17/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I'm looking to exchange our 2 weeks next year,37-38 for use of anyone with same weeks this year. we ... A: Are you aware, that on the club website, there is an area for members to exchange, rent, sell their ... | ||
| First Timer | 3/31/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Making reservation to stay at the Mill Resort and Suites. My first time to the island. Need to know ... A: The Mill is a laid back, quiet resort. Not much to do in the general area, but a 2 minute ride will ... | ||
| Viagra | 3/15/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: Can viagra be purchased over the counter in Aruba or is a prescription necessary? A: Any prescription you may need must be filled out by an Aruban Doctor. Viagra is not available OTC, ... | ||
| "Let's Go Latin!" show | 3/4/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: While I had been visiting Aruba, I heard about the show "Let's Go Latin!" in Aruba. However, I never ... A: .sorry I can not give you info on this show, as I have never seen it. However, I do stay at the ... | ||
| Questions about Aruba | 2/27/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I was wondering if there is any places where I can pick up pain medication? A: If you are refering to prescription medication, there are plent of drugstores ( known as "Boticas") ... | ||
| Aruba vacation - Westin Resort | 2/24/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: I can't find any bad reviews about this resort. I am flying out Saturday to Aruba and staying a ... A: I have never heard any bad reviews regarding the Westin myself. Locally, around/near the hotel, ... | ||
| I want to live in Aruba | 2/23/2009 | Andy Mendyk |
| Q: How I said, I want to live in Aruba, so I need to look for a job in there. I am T.S.U. in Tourism, ... A: .A lot of people want to live in Aruba, but it is not as easy as many think. You must look for a ... | ||
Andy Mendyk
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Been to this Island 25 times, can answer questions on weather, airline service, hotels, beaches, time-share industry, Casinos, local customs, and everything a first time traveler needs to know.
Experience
Recieved The Certificate of Distinction from The Aruba Tourism Authority on 8/29/98
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