Planning a trip to Aruba - Any travel tips?

[yeezus]

The lady and I are planning to go to an island resort in late July, I've kind of settled on Aruba for the moment while she's sleeping.
I've never traveled or planned a trip before. I don't really know where to start - what sites to use, getting the best deals, etc.
Anyone here have any tips or tricks they use?

[The Chosen One]

The lady and I are planning to go to an island resort in late July, I've kind of settled on Aruba for the moment while she's sleeping.
I've never traveled or planned a trip before. I don't really know where to start - what sites to use, getting the best deals, etc.
Anyone here have any tips or tricks they use?

Don't get kidnapped.

[yeezus]

Noted.

[Hawk]

You just missed a huge fare war between Delta and American for Caribbean destinations -- I got in on a ticket to St. Barths for my birthday next month for $280 RT out of Charlotte.

Anyways, some good websites:

(Flights)
http://www.faredealalert.com
http://www.theflightdeal.com
http://www.airfarewatchdog.com
http://www.flyertalk.com

(Hotels)
http://www.hipmunk.com
http://www.lmtclub.com
http://www.kayak.com

Also: http://www.aruba-bb.com/

[yeezus]

So you don't recommend using a travel site like expedia and travelocity?
I will definitely check out those sites tomorrow and appreciate it a lot.

[Hawk]

Personally, no. The only third party booking site I use with any regularity is Hotwire. I will book with Orbitz/Expedia/Travelocity/Priceline if I've found a hotel cheaper -- but never for a flight. If you are looking into 'package deals' (which rarely are)... check out CostcoTravel or AAA.

[sturg33]

I use miles to travel. So can't help you there. But I went to Aruba in December 2012 and it was amazing.

- You HAVE to do the jeep safari tour. Look it up on trip advisor. It was literally the most fun I've ever had (also though I could die a couple times on it). It's a legit off-road adventure that takes you some of the most historic and beautiful places on the island. Also is an all-day thing.

- The jolly pirate booze cruise was a blast too. Only like $40 bucks and had unlimited (watered down)alcohol and great snorkeling sites.

- If you're into Scuba diving, or Snuaba diving, I would go to the De Palm Island resort. It's a little pricey (like $150), but it's open bar, open food, and has amazing snorkeling/snuba opportunities.

[Tapate50]

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[Carp]

Travelzoo.com is a great site for a combination of good deals on flights, hotels, resorts, and even vacation packages that include air.

[Tapate50]

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