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Cruise to Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao in April... what to do there?
Posted on 3/8/25 at 10:29 am
Posted on 3/8/25 at 10:29 am
Going on cruise to ABC Islands and after looking at all of the excursions on Royal Caribbean website, I'm not sure which ones to do. Any ideas of what I should see and do?
Will be in Aruba & Curacao 12 hours each (9:30-9:30) and Bonaire 6 (7:30am-1:30pm)
Not big on snorkeling/scuba diving, and I know the beaches are a must do.
Will be in Aruba & Curacao 12 hours each (9:30-9:30) and Bonaire 6 (7:30am-1:30pm)
Not big on snorkeling/scuba diving, and I know the beaches are a must do.
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Posted on 3/8/25 at 10:48 am to 18handicap
Have only been to Bonaire. Mostly a dive/kite surfing island. What is being offered there.
You will be in the Netherlands, so smoking some weed or visiting the brothel are always options. Six hours isn’t long.
You will be in the Netherlands, so smoking some weed or visiting the brothel are always options. Six hours isn’t long.
Posted on 3/8/25 at 11:16 am to 18handicap
Aruba: Eagle Beach is a must, super chill vibes. For something different, check out the Arikok National Park, the landscape is unreal.
Curacao: Willemstad is super colorful and cool to walk around. Hit up Mambo Beach for some action, or Jan Thiel if you want something more laid-back.
Bonaire: With only 6 hours, maybe just chill in Kralendijk, grab some food, and soak in the atmosphere. Or head to Te Amo Beach, it's close to the airport and pretty sweet.
Curacao: Willemstad is super colorful and cool to walk around. Hit up Mambo Beach for some action, or Jan Thiel if you want something more laid-back.
Bonaire: With only 6 hours, maybe just chill in Kralendijk, grab some food, and soak in the atmosphere. Or head to Te Amo Beach, it's close to the airport and pretty sweet.
Posted on 3/8/25 at 2:04 pm to 18handicap
Bonaire: National Park, Donkey Sanctuary, kayak Tour in Mangroves. Karlendijk is small but has a market when the cruise ships come in. Weed is not legal. Best thing in Bonaire is diving/snorkeling. It has some of the best shore diving in the world.
Posted on 3/8/25 at 8:48 pm to Shaun176
An ABC cruise is one of my favorite itineraries.
Aruba: Beach. It. Up. The beaches there are the best of the three. Check out Resorts for a Day. You can get an all-inclusive day pass at the Riu. Shore Exursioneer has one for the Barcelo.
Curacao: Shop. It. Up. I love the shopping there. It’s so good. Whether you’re browsing the shops by the Renaissance or head over the harbor to the old town, there’s great finds everywhere. Check out the floating market and the Sand Floor Synagogue.
Bonaire: Book an excursion. Bonaire is the least picturesque of the three, but it’s known as a diver’s paradise. But if you don’t like snorkeling/scuba, just find something you think is cool. I did this Twizy Electric Car Tour and it was a blast. Two person cars and the guide takes you all over the island.
Aruba: Beach. It. Up. The beaches there are the best of the three. Check out Resorts for a Day. You can get an all-inclusive day pass at the Riu. Shore Exursioneer has one for the Barcelo.
Curacao: Shop. It. Up. I love the shopping there. It’s so good. Whether you’re browsing the shops by the Renaissance or head over the harbor to the old town, there’s great finds everywhere. Check out the floating market and the Sand Floor Synagogue.
Bonaire: Book an excursion. Bonaire is the least picturesque of the three, but it’s known as a diver’s paradise. But if you don’t like snorkeling/scuba, just find something you think is cool. I did this Twizy Electric Car Tour and it was a blast. Two person cars and the guide takes you all over the island.
This post was edited on 3/8/25 at 8:58 pm
Posted on 3/8/25 at 9:43 pm to 18handicap
Thanks so far for the suggestions! I'm researching everything y'all have said from those places using the RC excursions, Viator, and independent. I would love to avoid the RC ones as they tend to be more expensive, but guarantee to be back on the ship in time. Honestly, Bonaire is my only worry about getting back in time because of the shorter stay.
Posted on 3/8/25 at 10:24 pm to 18handicap
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Bonaire is my only worry about getting back in time because of the shorter stay.
If you don't snorkel or scuba -- just stay on the boat and get drunk.
Honestly though, the diving in Bonaire is worth giving it a try at least once.
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