Aruba Airport drive to the Hotels at EAGLE & PALM BEACH

[@HansKoschei]

We just came back from Aruba on Tuesday... we had a blast as usual... a few hiccups, but life is an adventure, is it not!?!... first a 3 hour delay at JFK, so we lost half a day because of fatigue and cranky kids... we flew past a huge dumpster fire on our flight in... our dusty UTV adventure turned into a muddy one when a storm came through, not to mention my UTV broke down on the street... it was all fun though... a couple of restaurant mix-ups because we didn't handle reservations ourselves... a flat tire on our rental car... the air conditioning in our rented villa was leaking water down the walll and we didn't notice until we saw a big puddle behind the couch... all that and I can't wait until my next trip there... for some reason you just can't get stressed in Aruba, no matter what happens... One Happy Island for real.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello Hans, nice to hear from you and your recent trip here :-) While things sure did not go perfectly it's good that everyone is safe and sound back home :-) Initially we thought the fire was at the dumpster (which happens every so often) but later learned it was nearby. I have some photos of it and it was a big fire indeed. I admire you to have that positive attitude, that is definitely the BEST! There sure are worst things then a flat tire for example. Thanks for watching :-)

[@ZeeCayPeeA]

Hello Hyro , just returned from your beautiful island on Sept 1 st we drove on all the roads in Aruba from the south to the north from the east to the west, off road, back streets in San Nicolas and Oranjestad through Noord where we stayed and through Santa Cruz pretty much all over. The round abouts are a great way to keep the traffic flowing .My son got the chance to experience the driving in Aruba as well for the first time he enjoyed his time behind the wheel. What a great vacation, missing it already ,can't wait until next year to return . Your video is like a flash back of driving for me thanks .

[@LetsgowithHyro]

This was fun to read :-) I love when visitors explore the rest of the island and not just laying on the beach for the whole week haha. I'm also glad your son liked his time behind the wheel, so cool! Most roundabouts have been made to avoid (serious) accidents first I would say and second to also alleviate the traffic flow. With this last one it's not always the case but I think if we are saving lived with them it will always be worth it! Thanks for watching.

[@ZeeCayPeeA]

@@LetsgowithHyro Your videos have been so helpful with the planning of our recent trip to Aruba . We visited many places you recorded . Thank You for that. One question is where is the car scene /drag strip in Aruba? We were fascinated with all the different models of cars there that are non existent here in the US. Some we recognize and many we don't .Thanks for the content. Can't wait to return next summer.

[@martasantos9087]

I’m happy see aruba after 5yr lks wonderful thanks for the video

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Yes, that road will be new to you :-)

[@walv4]

Thank you Hyro, It would be great to have a video showing where we can park the car in Palm Beach!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thanks for the idea!

[@rolandjacobs6227]

Aruba , one Happy Island !!!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Aruba tur dia :-)

[@ericsongarcia7464]

No mi hermano por más que yo maneje bien yo siempre me pierdo allá en Aruba o me traigo la señales o cruzo a la derecha así como aquí en Estados Unidos siempre tengo un problema saludos hermano espero que esté bien la familia

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Jeje, si por mas que seamos una isla, algunos manejan como locos y eso puede afectar los demas conduciendo con cautela.

[@omarviquezrodriguez326]

Gran video HYRO 💥....así vamos conociendo Aruba y memorizando como ir de un lado al otra. PURA VIDA, mae, tuanis 👊💪 !!!!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Con muchisimo gusto hermano!

[@mizcb]

Hello Hyro. First I'd like to thank you for taking the time to show the world your lovely island home. My husband and I just returned from Aruba last night. One of my goals was to see you doing a walking tour while we were on the island. Well, it turns out we did see you. That's us walking past Smokey Joe's at the 24:25 mark. Seeing this has taken an already stellar vacation into a whole new realm of fantastic. You're the best! Love to you and Marlena.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello :-) thank you for the follow. This is amazing how we crossed path :-) Driving while vlogging (talking) was a new experience for me. It was fun to make though and I have been meaning to make it for the longest time. Next time, let me know perhaps for a drink.

[@katr807]

What a great video Hyro! Good to help others on how to get to the Palm Beach area. Super helpful to show others what to expect! Keep up the great work!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thanks Kat 🙂 as usual it was made with lots of love for my island🙌🏼

[@safranajanmohamed9689]

FINALLY🎉🎉🎉

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Yay😊🙌🏼

[@amrosoronar1853]

We just got back from Aruba. This video was so helpful. Thank you very much.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Glad it was helpful😊

[@rainbowtwist2302]

Bedankt Hyro voor de video, erg mooi, en je stijl en uitdrukking zijn prachtig, en we hebben genoten van deze video. We kijken altijd uit naar je films.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Ik maak ze altijd met alle liefde voor mijn eiland en voor julie allemaal :-)

[@debbiehorn8263]

Wow, none of this was here in the 80's ! The biggest thing was the oil refinery with the HUGE oil ships. Is it still open? There were no cruise ships either..

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello Debbie, no this road was opened in 2019. The refinery has been closed for over a decade and much fewer oil tankers are seen. Cruise ships do arrive almost every week now depending on the season. Thanks for watching.

[@WendyT311]

Great video, Hyro! We will be arriving tomorrow so this was extremely helpful! It was great to see the newer road that goes around Oranjestad and to get a visual of how to drive the low-rise and high-rise areas! 🇦🇼 ❤️

[@LetsgowithHyro]

WOW, perfect timing I guess :-) I'm sure it will help, safe flight, hope to see you!

[@traveldutchie]

What a great ride lieff! So relaxing☺ I'd like to see more video's like this 😍 Thank you so much for this ride, loved it😃 I really appreciate all your journeys /adventures on the beautiful island!❤

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Glad you enjoyed it lief, perhaps when you are back we can make another one ;-)

[@georgegrillo7421]

Thanks Hyro! See you in a month!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

You bet, see you soon!

[@ip60]

Thank you for your video! We just went to Aruba a few days ago and enjoyed the island and their beaches. Driving was a little difficult at the beginning, trying to read the roundabouts signs while driving. There are no active traffic lights in the entire island. At last, I could drive with no difficulties. Beautiful place, we will come back.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thank you too😊The roundabouts can indeed be very confusing in the beginning but happy to know your were able to figure them out🙏🏻🙌🏼

[@carleanoscarroll7064]

Thank u Hyro for this video. U gave us a lot of information.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

No problem 👍 Carleanos, glad it was helpful!

[@martasantos9087]

I love aruba ❤

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Aruba loves you too :-)

[@theknow7557]

Love the roundabouts! Traffic keeps moving. I used this as my tutorial before I arrived. Spot on! Thanks

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Great to hear it helped🙌🏼

[@TheBrandwacht]

thank you for this informative video i going to use it when i come too aruba

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Good to know it will be helpful my friend :-) Cheers to the weekend!

[@3rdRockRider]

I made the mistake of walking this (R/T) because it looked doable on a map. Didn't get back to the hotel til after sunset. Lol. Back and legs hurt the next 2 days. Then I made the mistake of taking a scooter R/T the next time. That was jarring and it cost me $40. Each Bus leg is only $2 and there's free wifi.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Doable but the heat is the main issue (if done during the day).

[@johnrainey6545]

Cool, see you the week of the 12th!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Nice to hear, hope to see you too!

[@bobz8073]

Awesome Job! We visited June 2021 and drove that exact route to Oceania in Eagle Beach. Being from NJ it was interesting and a little peculiar to not see a traffic light anywhere on your beautiful island! When we drove to Palm Beach we were not sure where to park...free or paid. Maybe include some pointers on where it is safe, legal, and convenient in follow-up videos. We are returning sometime in 2023 and have subscribed to make sure we are up to date with any relevant info you can provide. Thank you for your entertaining and informative videos!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thanks Bob! It’s true, some things do keep changing and if so, I’ll try to make a video on it. Cheers!

[@leosee7588]

Nice ride👍👍! Thanks Hyro 👍👍

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thank you too 🙂☀️🏝

[@nathansmith1105]

Nice video, Hyro. I find all your videos very informative and look forward to seeing more. Haven't been to Aruba since 2005. Looks a lot different since then. Going at the end of October. My daughter is getting married at the Barcelo. Can't wait and hope to see you!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Wow since 2005 is a fairly long time😊 A lot has changed but the beaches still look beautiful! Nice to hear about your daughters wedding, hope to see you around!

[@Rose-kc9tr]

Great vidio. Please do an update including the new roundabout of palm beach.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thanks😊will try to😉🚙

[@charlesjtemsik8192]

This was one of the most informative video's you have produced and it is appreciated. We have been vacationing in Aruba since 2005 and our owners at Casa Del Mar and agree the island is becoming over developed and will be on the island for 2 weeks in Oct/Nov. We will be looking for you and thank you for all your other videos.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

That is very kind of you Charles, thank you so much. Hope to see you next time you are here.

[@nelliepeppel7774]

This video is so helpful. We're coming back to the island in Jan and renting a house and car this time. Our visit last year was the Rui and unfortunately we didn't see much of your beautiful island. Can't wait! :)

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Good choice, that is a great way to see the island (at your own pace). There is so much to see & try despite being a small island.

[@diytwoincollege7079]

The round a bouts are interesting. I liked the little curbs that show each lane. I had no problem driving around. Any time I saw a license plate with an A on it, I let them go first since they were probably working or going to work. I think that the hardest part of driving was either the gas prices or the parking space size at the rental car return.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

They indeed are! I find parking space sizes very small too.

[@leroyjenkins8910]

Thanks Hyro, so ready to come back to Aruba. You have a beautiful Island.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thank you too Leroy, it really is :-)

[@buckw65]

Another fantastic video Hyro

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Glad you enjoyed it Paul, have a nice weekend!

[@peteremmett4266]

Thank you for this video Hyro.I placed post on I love Aruba regarding driving and this video has helped me so much.We shall be staying at palm beach 408 and if you could do a video around this residential area it would really help us,thank you

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thank you Peter, I am contemplating another drive video soon :-)

[@david3188col]

Man this video came up and Ill be on this road to Riu Palace in about 16 hours

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Haha, awesome to read & know this!!! Safe flight.

[@rochat386]

This is so very helpful! I am arriving tomorrow. Even though this will be my 5th trip, this is the first time driving. Love your videos!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Glad it was helpful :-) Interesting to know it will be of use for tomorrow.

[@rochat386]

@@LetsgowithHyro Yes, it was of use. I did followed the information you provided, worked like a charm :)

[@tamika9443]

Thanks for sharing! Enjoyed all the views and was there in 2019 so you refreshed my memory. Looking forward to visiting very soon!!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

My pleasure Tamika, glad to help :-)

[@BryanRiveraS]

Genial y hermoso recorrido

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Muchisimas gracias Bryan!

[@coen909]

Thanks Hyro for this very nice and interesting video. Love the way you did this one by car and it feels like I’m driving there by myself😜 I guess this is one of the most beautiful scenic drives of the caribbean for sure😎

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Thank you my friend, happy to know you liked it🙌🏼☀️🏝 It is a very nice drive indeed😊 Perhaps in the future I will do more🚘

[@rogerhoning4011]

bedankt opnieuw voor deze leuke vlog. Ayo

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Graag gedaan Roger :-)

[@brianf9615]

Hi Hyro, love your videos buddy especially on Sunday mornings when I can kick back and relax! That’s always a great drive from the airport to down around the Ritz. Last time we were in Aruba we walked from the Riu to the Ritz and my wife and daughter almost died from the heat but for me it was a lovely walk! Lol!! We can’t wait to get back and do it all over again! Perhaps next time you and yours could join us for dinner?!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello Brian :-) That is indeed a long walk, especially if done during the midday or so. Next time, make a pitstop at one of those beach bars haha ;-) Would love to join you for the dinner, just let me know.

[@brianf9615]

@@LetsgowithHyro Alright will do Hyro.

[@vargasiturria]

excelente!!👍👍👍👍

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Gracias!

[@paulhofstede3247]

Ik kan hier niet vaak genoeg naar kijken Hyro. Vanaf de airport het mooie Aruba op rijden. Mooie routes weer, nu nog de vlucht boeken .... (zou wel willen 😎)

[@LetsgowithHyro]

😊😊Leuk leuk😊😊 Ik hoop dat het wel kan en dat het niet te meer lang duurt🙂

[@drewdawgq]

Hi Hyro, we stayed at the Hyatt Regency in August. It will be nice when they finish all the road construction in the area. We noticed that cab fare to the airport was $35 but cab fare to Oranjestad was only $17. Thought that was a little weird. Anyhow, we absolutely enjoyed our trip and will be back soon!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello Drew, that is a nice resort. They are still not finished, perhaps a couple of weeks away from the final details of the new roundabout. The traffic going in to Palm Beach has been somewhat of a mess the last few months. While I never take a taxi myself (few locals do) I have heard that the fares sometimes don't make sense. They are supposed to be set fares though regulated by the government. In the past there was a talk of a Taxi Meter but nothing came about. Thanks for your input :-) Hope to welcome you again.

[@joshuabritt5677]

Happy labor day brother. I don't know if ya'll celebrate it in aruba. About the first roundabout at the airport. Every year it kicks my rear. I tell myself take the 3rd exit. But, nope I always take the 2nd exit. I swear it's cursed. 😄

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Happy labor day for you too. We celebrate it but in May😊 Don’t feel bad, that roundabout at the airport is very confusing and the most difficult one, it really is. I can’t imagine how our visitors feel when they have to drive it🫣

[@seijs7]

Hi Hyro, Just back from Aruba, and visited lots of places you have recommended. Specialy Hato beach was beatifal. Lunch at Hilton was awsome. I was wondering the road you drove right after the airport. We drove this many times, but us this high road new? It wasn't there 5 years agoo? Gr Frank and Patricia.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Nice to hear Seijs! I supose you mean Mangel Halto (Hato) beach? Hato is another area. Yes this road from the airport to the hotels was opened if I'm not mistaken Oct/Nov 2019. Groetjes!

[@ParadijsAruba]

@11:06 😂

[@LetsgowithHyro]

:-) haha

[@johnny5173]

How about doing a video of Bucuti and Tara resorts hotel and beach ????

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Would love to... be pending :-)

[@johnny5173]

@@LetsgowithHyro we’ll be there October14 for 2weeks. We hope to see you there

[@erikarchaga9946]

New here …Thank you for the tour….I was wandering where can I find a map. And also can I use an iPhone map?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Yes you can use Iphone map. You can also try finding a paper map at a Gas Station or at your resort.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Btw, welcome ;-)

[@truthteller6129]

I've driven many roundabouts in Europe and elsewhere. These seem unique to me as they have dividers between the lanes. What happens if you get in the wrong lane? Can you circle around again?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Some of them you can. Some you can't. As a local, I wish they could have made them all the same.

[@kvocalist]

Great video, ill be there in 6 days! Staying in a private apartment in palm beach. Now would you say that the ling and sons supermarket caters more for American brands??

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Nice to hear about your upcoming trip. Yes, the Ling & Sons is more for the American products.

[@monikerocha6448]

Hi Hyro, great video, thanks! I'm going to Aruba on 10/3/22 and would like to present you with a gift from Brazil as a thank you for your amazing work here on KZbin! But for that I need to know what shoe size you wear lol It may seem like a strange question but I would like to give you a gift that is very famous and used on the feet, here in Brazil. I hope you accept and answer me, thank you!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello Monike, thank you for your kind message 😊☀️🙌🏼🏝 Normally 9.5 is my size. I’m curious already, met some Brazilian subscribers the other day at Arashi Beach. Please contact me via my website, the link is in the description,thank you🙂

[@Jesse_926]

Is this a new high way? And only 15 minutes to the hotel?! I remember driving through the downtown taking like atleast 45 minutes!

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Yes it is fairly new (late 2019).

[@deadpool_exe2614]

Does gps like google maps work around the island or what’s the best way to get around?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Yes, I also use Waze at times😊

[@jimji2774]

Hello> Noone at Thrifty Car Rental on the beach will tell me how we are to get to them from the airport. Do you know if there are busses that will take us there ? A cab would be awfully expensive. Thanks

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Depending on your location you can also try De Palm tours. Not sure if Arubus is practical unless you travel with a bagpack.

[@girlainythiel5111]

I live in aruba

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Bon bini🏝️

[@ricklabelle7677]

Hi, my wife( from nicaragua)and me are going to aruba in 2023. Wondering if US traveler's cheque are accepted. We don't want to walk around with lots of money or leave money in our hotel. Pls let me know if it's possible? Also a cheap but honest car rental place. Thanks for your time

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hello Rick, I haven't seen a traveler's cheque in many many years and I'm not sure if they are still accepted. Perhaps only at the banks? Aruba in general is very safe & should you have Debit or Credit cards they are widely accepted. As for the car rentals, try TopDrive. Good luck.

[@Lupo-ie4cu]

How can I book a taxi from the airport in advance?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

No real need to, there are always taxi's there.

[@billwright2176]

Headed to the palm beach area. Do we need a car??? Is there Rideshare or taxi? How about public transportation a tourist would use to go places?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

If you are staying at the Palm Beach you would have everything there unless you want to see the rest of the island you won't need a car. Taxi's are also available. No Uber here though. Public bus is also good.

[@mj42kramer]

Were you driving your EV in this video?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Yes I was🙂

[@mj42kramer]

That's awesome 😎 It might not fit as a travel guide video, but I think it would be really interesting to see a video about how you got your EV, the process on the island. Talking about charging there (only personal at home EVSE?). Do any rental car companies have EVs? Maybe @OutOfSpecDave1554 would collaborate with you (he would love your electric plane experience). A small island with a lot of sun seems like a perfect place to drive an EV with an economical battery.

[@stonelova]

zoveel rotondes op de weg?

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Ja😊

[@amarxlayyy]

Jazeker

[@girlainythiel5111]

I was born in aruba so I am arubiano

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Great! Saludos🙌🏼

[@3rdRockRider]

18:27 - 19:00 I dare you to drive with your windows open.

[@LetsgowithHyro]

I know what you mean but I have done walk and bike videos here and talked about it.

[@ericsongarcia7464]

Ajá cómo se llama el sitio donde llegaste que están las lanchas ahí en la orilla de la playa un abrazo muy muy buen video saludos

[@amarxlayyy]

Creo q es Reneissance marketplace

[@LetsgowithHyro]

Hola, es Fishermans Hut al lado del hotel Ritz Carlton.