ARUBA vs CURACAO! Which one is BETTER? We lived abroad for 6 months each in both countries.

[@mambamba]

Aruba and Curacao are sister islands. Sisters do not compete :). We are family.

[@PlanFree]

@mambamba Beautifully said. 💕

[@CaribbeanWoman]

💯%Agree with you @mambamba

[@ChrisDamiana]

Facts❤

[@swaggyjano]

Facts

[@rubinaguman6637]

❤❤

[@sjorskas]

Aruba is seriously one happy island! People are much much friendlier & safety isn't a issue🇦🇼🇦🇼🇦🇼🇦🇼 it feels like coming home every Christmas🥰🥰🥰

[@PlanFree]

Awesome comment Sjors! Aruba really does have a great vibe and feel. We 100% felt safe in all areas there. That's the beauty of being a small island, right!? It's great to hear how much you love Aruba and thank you for your comment!

[@mrarafat]

Aruba save?Nataly?pedophile?Racism?Stfu!!Dikon negativismo riba korsou anto prepara bosnan refineria no tei mas a kuminsa traha riba turismo tur turista ta preferando Korsou muchu mas kos pa hasi.Mucha mas naturalesa.Awoki e tei bira kombinashon!!Trek ta trek tur turista foi bosnan!!😅😅

[@thewrightsights]

Awesome comparison of the two islands! We spent a month on Bonaire and were able to visit Aruba and Curacao. We made a few videos on our channel highlighting what we thought were the best parts of the island. Love how you filmed the islands... showed the true beauty of the southern Caribbean. You have a new friend with the "thewrightsights"!

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching Wrights! Bonaire is an island we wouldn't mind living on for 6 months or exploring either, particularly under water! We hope to go and check out your Bonaire video. There are also 5 more videos on different parts of Aruba on our channel as well as one (so far) video dedicated only to Curacao too. See what you think! Thank you for taking the time to write a comment!

[@thewrightsights]

@@PlanFree We have been checking out your other videos as well. Several places we have been and more that we want to explore.

[@Cesarin_1978]

Well dudes, in Curazao are beaches like Knip Grot which are free... Great video BTW

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for writing your comment! It was nice to read. This video is about the differences. And the charge for some of the beaches in Curacao IS a difference from Aruba. 😏 Did you see our Curacao island video? It's only about Curacao. We talk about the beaches there. Have a watch, let us know what you think. We lived in CURACAO for 6 months kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M Thanks for subscribing to our channel

[@svitlanahoncharenko3575]

Supper!!!Too Gorgeous island 🏝 😍 Daniel Dushi 😍 ❤ ♥ 💙 💕 💖 Dyakuyu Dusha Moya!!!!! I understand all !!!!this PARADISO!!!!!!!!!!!🌞🌻🌺💖

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for watching and thanks for your comment!

[@sandracreque5571]

al 3 islands speak the same language, but diferences in our culture

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for adding your perspective on the language, it's interesting. Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like best about the video? If you would like to help promote your islands through this video, press the like button on the video and KZbin will share it with more people!🙏👋

[@rigonkock8009]

Hit that like button as if they called you dushi

[@PlanFree]

Yeah, you got it right!

[@delicia.]

Curacao is more Real Natural, Aruba is more Commercial Modern and American style

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and adding your thoughts with a comment! 👋👋 What did you like about the video?

[@kennvern5216]

I am from Curacao, fiercely protective of my island and... I enjoyed watching your video! The thing is Curacaoans and Arubans are brothers/sisters and we love going to each others island. We also love befriending and/or marrying the other. Indeed we might be different in certain aspects, but variety is the spice of life. Regarding the beaches, Aruba's southside is one long beautiful beach indeed. You can be just driving along and just park your car and go swimming. While Curacao has more than 40 beaches, secluded bays, all over the island. So when you go to the beach in Curacao, you really GO. Driving thru all kinds of landscapes and bamm...suddenly an open space with a beautiful secluded bay. I was born here and this allways still impacts me. Unfortunately several previous governments, with a view to attracting investors, leased out the land bordering certain beaches. This means that if you decide to go to one such beach, like the highly developed Mambo beach, you will pay an entrance fee, meant for the upkeep of that beautiful place. If you want to go to the beach every day, and still want to be near Mambo, just a 10 minute walk to the West of Mambo you have the Pier beach. Same beautiful water and free and you meet very friendly locals of all races and colours. You can take your own food and drinks or buy at a local fish restaurant there. Our language Papiamentu is based on: Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, English, African, some French and Native Indigenous (who Columbus wrongly called Indians) words. It originates from colonial times when the Spanish, English, Dutch, Africans and Native Indigenous peoples were trying to communicate with each other. To me the most beautiful living language ever. It is also taught in several American and European universities. As a Curacaoan I love to hear Arubans speak Papiamentu, (Arubans write and pronounce it as Papiamento) because to me it sounds as if they are singing it. My Aruban friends and family say the same to me. But of course as a Curacaoan...I am allways right! (LOL) The way to write in Papiamentu differs on both islands. Aruba follows the etymological way. Meaning they look at the original word and derives the Aruban word from that. For example: a house in Aruban Papiamentu is: un cas. Because cas derives from casa (house in Spanish, Portuguese). In Curacao we follow the Fonological way. Meaning you write what you hear. So a house in Curacao is written as: un kas. You hear a "k", so you write a "k". When speaking, you sometimes hear some differences however in general the spoken word sounds quite the same. Our other sister island Bonaire also speaks Papiamentu in yet a more singing way in my view. Lastly, using the word Dushi (sweet, sweetness, darling, honey, baby, honeybunch, etc.) shows the difference in culture between our region and American cities or places indeed. We express our feelings, with the other without the other feeling stalked or attacked. It is just how one is brought up. We love loving ourselves and loving others, without any negativesness behind it. We (Arubans and Curacaoans) just love enjoying life, no matter what!

[@PlanFree]

@Kenn Vern you should have a blog! You could teach others about the islands. Great to read what you wrote and we thank you for contributing in a positive way. ;) Feel free to click LIKE on this vid and Share it to your Facebook because that will help promote the islands to others. ;)

[@sangoud8583]

Sorry but 40 years ago that was different. The Arubans did not want nothing to do with the Curacaolinez. Learn your History. Why did you think that Aruba wanted there Status Aparte? It wil be better if a much older person would make a vlog of the two Islands, and how it really went. The young generations that make there vlogs about the Islands don't know nothing.

[@carmenx_]

@@sangoud8583 Don’t be so negative, we’re not living in the past anymore, we’re living in the future.

[@sangoud8583]

@@carmenx_ I am not negative at all. People just don't want to read or hear the truth. I am half Antillian and half Dutch. So don't tell me any BS.

[@davidhoevertsz2919]

You couldn't have said it better! @Kenn Vern

[@Reemyskater]

We are family we dont compete❤️ 🇨🇼 🇦🇼 ❤️

[@PlanFree]

True, its not a competition. But all family members have differences. We just share what those differences are for people who have never travelled to these 2 islands. 😇 Please click LIKE and Share the video on your Facebook page! That will help promote the islands to others! And thanks so much for watching!

[@philippe7565]

Father the netherlands

[@Lori.Miller]

@@philippe7565 What do you mean?

[@PlanFree]

@Richard Luydens Hey cool! Thanks for the comment!

[@alexisangela9671]

That's right we are family nos no mester competi

[@damarissambo8837]

About Curacaoan beaches: there's more than 40 and the majority are free. If you like Mambo ofcourse you will have to pay.

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for writing your comment! It was nice to read. This video is about the differences. And the charge for some of the beaches in Curacao IS a difference from Aruba. 😏 Did you see our Curacao island video? It's only about Curacao. We talk about the beaches there. Have a watch, let us know what you think. We lived in CURACAO for 6 months kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M Thanks for subscribing to our channel if you did Damaris!

[@sharlenegertruida7110]

Been there tons of time You don't have to pay if you want other things like food or the chair then you have to pay

[@maronbunita84]

@@PlanFree It also depends when you go. I go around 17:00 when it's free 🙂 Before 17:00 you have to pay. My favourite beach is Playa Kenepa. It's free. There are lots of beaches around there where you don't have to pay at all.

[@MarthaFyrena]

@@maronbunita84 Exactly. While the video is about the differences between the islands, it came across as if in Curacao you have to pay for the beaches and in Aruba you do not. That is only the case if you visit some of the developed and tourist beaches. The majority and most beautiful natural beaches are free. I just think that should be clear.

[@MR-zt4mv]

You can access Mambo beach for free

[@alexpool3971]

It’s not fair if you only compare mambo beach for Curaçao. I live there for 5 months now and the absolute best thing is the beaches all around. You can easily snorkel without a big swim out and have awesome sunsets, nobody will make you pay...

[@PlanFree]

Hi @alex pool! In this case (video) we are comparing the "resort" type beaches on Curacao and Aruba. Mambo was named as an example of this type of beach on Curacao. The comparison is that the "resort" type beaches often expect payment on Curacao, and on Aruba they do not. Yes, you are right Curacao has many beautiful less crowded beaches for those willing to drive. But so does Aruba. This video describes the differences between the two islands, not the the things that are the same. We mention some specific, less crowded Curacao beaches in our dedicated Curacao video here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M We made a dedicated Curacao beaches video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3PdZJeDZs-qi7M We also illustrate some less crowded Aruba beaches in this video; kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJisfGCar62BhdU Thank you for watching and for commenting. Cheers!

[@christineanthony2413]

Indeed. Mambo is not a resort type beach!

[@PlanFree]

Hi @Christine Anthony! In our opinion and by the look of it and it's set up: Mambo is indeed more of a resort type beach than it is a natural beach. Especially with the ....resort beach that adjoins it on the one side....😉 We went almost every day because of the proximity to our apartment. And with chairs set up right to the edge of the water and servers.... Just our perspective. But nice to read all your comments! 😇

[@PlanFree]

Yes all.are different for sure. We made a video JUST on Curacao alone, in case you haven't seen it. We talk quite a bit about the various beaches on Curacao in that video. Check it out! We mention some specific, less crowded Curacao beaches in our dedicated Curacao video here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M THIS video was our experience with the DIFFERENCES between Aruba and Curacao. And, what WE found living in both countries was that overall, there were more beaches in Curacao that had a fee, development and amenities on them and Aruba had more extensive, open and free beaches. That's what we found. Awesome that you've taken the time to write though, we love that! Thank you!

[@PlanFree]

@@ariela78 exactly our point. You said it yourself: "Aruba and Curaçao are totally different... " That is what we say in our video and what other travelers should know. :) Every single beach in Aruba is FREE and anyone can sit, lay a towel down, and enjoy. In Curacao we found more that asked us to pay to sit, and to just lay a towel down.

[@mirnahermans1]

You can not compaire the 2 Island. Our culture is diffent. Aruba is more Americanised and Curaçao is Dutch. The language is not a dialect. It is proclaimed by the United Nation as a language. It sounds differed and written differend. But we understand each other🤣 Greetings from the pearl of the Caribbean ARUBA 🏝

[@ginachirino7322]

But we do speak diffrent dialect on all 3 island though....

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video? Yes, we can compare the 2 islands, and we did. You did too, when you said one is more American and one is more Dutch (which is a good point by the way, thanks for adding it). That is the point of the video; to describe the differences between Aruba and Curacao based on our observations. This video was not made as a competition between the 2 islands and its' residents, but rather it was made for potential visitors who have never been before. You see, it was made as a promotion for both islands ; ) to encourage people to visit these beautiful places, and assist those that are trying to choose one or the other for their next vacation.👋🙏

[@PlanFree]

@Gina Chirino Really!? On all three, Bonaire too!? That is so cool, thanks for adding this.

[@jeanirerampart6694]

I wouldn’t say the language differences between the islands are considered a dialect, but more like differences in accents and such. So for example the differences in English you hear across the States, such as Florida vs Texas or the US vs England. All in all, it is the same language that’s being spoken on Aruba, Bonaire & Curaçao and we all understand each other:) Amazing vid! Greetings!

[@sangoud8583]

I am half Dutch and half Aruban. I left Aruba in 1978 at the age of 16. Aruba and Curaçao have never actually been sister Islands. Why do you think that Aruba wanted Status Apart? BTW Aruba is not one Happy Island and neighter Curaçao. The Local people are suffering everyday. The Arubans are complaining how Aruba has become. Our Beautiful Island has gone to the dogs just for the benefits for the Tourist, and you know that just aswell as me.

[@Liesje182]

Bon dia Guys, I am from Aruba, enjoyed the video and indeed the Papiamento language are different between the islands, but still is our dushi Papiamento. It is a creole language that obtained most of its vocabulary from Spanish and Portuguese, but also has some words of Dutch origin and English, along with a number of words from Arawak Indian and African languages.

[@PlanFree]

Bon dia! So so interesting! Thank you for writing this great comment. Love the mix of all the country influences that make up Papiamento/u! So glad you enjoyed the video, did you see the other 5 videos we made on Aruba also? Please hit the like button on all the Aruba videos and it will help promote Aruba even more! 🙏

[@Liesje182]

@@PlanFree Didn't but I will surely see them, take care

[@PlanFree]

You also Annelies!

[@frontandcenter7941]

@@Liesje182 Yes but we from Curaçao have the original Papiamento. And that's fact baby.

[@tirexgun2845]

@@Liesje182 creole???? are u okay???

[@edwardnava2353]

Aruba🌴 One happy island, friendly people.

[@PlanFree]

Indeed, it's a fitting island title! Do you live in Aruba?

[@alexisdacamara571]

Aruba is for tourists, Curaçao is for adventure seekers.

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and adding a comment! And if you have already, thank you for subscribing, it helps!

[@Toto121982]

Exactly! Aruba is for the typical, average tourist (mass tourism). Curaçao is more authentic and for the more adventurous, basically having most things that Aruba has + much more.

[@mambamba]

You can find adventure in Aruba as well. One half of Aruba is tourism oriented, Aruba pabou, Aruba pariba is adventure.

[@huntstyle]

This is the comment I needed! Curacao it is!

[@shandrick3441]

Im from aruba and i came to this video and im not disappointed thank you and your welcome on the island anytime

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for the pleasant comment! You're also welcome here anytime.👋 And thank you for subscribing, if you have already. It's a free and fast way to help the channel grow.🙏

[@jeanrickarends6387]

You are correct about the differences between the way Papiamento is spoken on both islands. The stress on the vowels are slightly different. Some words may be specific to each islands, but in general we understand each other perfectly. Main differences are Curacao and Bonaire follow a phonology based spelling and Aruba etymology spelling. Identical words ending with "o" on Aruba would end with "u" on Curacao. For example the local word for hill is "Sero" on Aruba, on Curacao the spelling would be " Seru". Great video! I am from Aruba and I always enjoy an outsider's perspective of our islands ❤.

[@PlanFree]

Hiya Jean! Well it would have been pretty fun to bump into you while we were living in Aruba!!we love your information about the languages and dialects, what a great comment to read! Thank you for taking the time to write it. :) We also thank you for subscribing if you already have! 🙏 Tell everyone you know: it's fast and free to support the channel and will be donating $0.10 for every new subscriber from now until the end of 2021!

[@DonClassico]

Spot on Jean. Sending love from Curacao

[@frontandcenter7941]

No. To explain that you have to explain the accents. All 3 islands different accents.

[@piogabrieleienna4152]

@@PlanFree hiii love your vid! I too am from arubaaa!! 😀 Plus I am subbing! 😉

[@PlanFree]

Hi @Pio Gabriele lenna! Awesome. We're happy to have you as one of our newest subs! 🙏 Thank you!! And to help keep promoting both Aruba and Curacao please click the LIKE button and share it! Then KZbin will show it to more people.

[@itsyourgirlcrys6338]

Hi guys nice video! I am from Curaçao and i love it.. you guys did a great job by making this video. However, i must say that this is a tricky and sensitive subject to talk about because Aruba forever taught that they are better than us and we from Curaçao also think that we are better than them. You can see it as a long time feud. In my opinion its just better not to compare the islands, and just enjoy them both. But with that said thank you for visiting!💙💛🤍 Ps; at mambo they dont own the beach, but they own everything on the beach. But, just so you know our locals do not appreciate that either but the government doesnt do anything about that..

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and for an excellent addition to the comments! Thank you for subscribing, if you have already.🙏

[@DonClassico]

True

[@EA9.]

Hello, i will come next month to curacao. Im so hyped!

[@PlanFree]

Awesome! How long will you get to stay? Enjoy your time! There are lots of positive people here that you can now connect with! And, did you see the video we made of Curacao alone? Just that island? Thanks for commenting!

[@piogabrieleienna4152]

Hi I am from Aruba.. I dis agree with the op of this thread.. I have nvr enocountered anyone from my island thinking they are 'better' nor vice versa 🤷‍♂️

[@PlanFree]

Can you please compare CURACAO vs ROATAN, HONDURAS!? Here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGmbdKhso7lgrNU

[@djobiaaruba]

Already did.

[@PlanFree]

@DJ Obia Aruba Thank you so much!

[@crazynay1904]

Im from aruba

[@esmeraldaromero2619]

The word "dushi" has several meaning: when calling someone 'hey, dushi' = sweethaert. Expressing the words to things 'e bolo aki ta hopi dushi' = this cake is very sweet or to express oneself 'e fiesta aki ta hopi dushi' = I love this party, etc. The Antillen were colonized first by Spain then by England ans last by the Nederland. All these countries exported and exploited the natural habitants and imported several kind of slaves from around the world. The language is mostly part of a mixed 'broken' language that formed during the first 300 years (estimated) and now a days is a language of it's own. Aruba, Bonaire & Curaçao speaks this, sounds the same but ain't the same. Aruba's Papiamento has spelling & grammer, Curaçao's Papiamento is written phonetically and Bonaire is somewhere in between. It is like conparing American English, with British English and Australian English

[@PlanFree]

@@esmeraldaromero2619 Yes! What a great job of explaining the languages and we loved reading your educational and historical recount of the variations in languages/dialects/slangs between the 3 islands. You made it interesting, captivating and fun. Well done! You are a natural teacher! When we lived in Curacao for 6 months and then in Aruba for 6 months we definitely enjoyed hearing the subtle variations and loved seeing the written word differences also. E idioma ta hopi dushi! 😁

[@jairotrimon7392]

In Aruba, the only developed beach is the 'private' beach of Renaissance Ocean Resort. All others are natural

[@PlanFree]

That is so cool. Such beauty! We enjoyed our time on almost every one! Thank you for the comment! And for subscribing if you did. 🙏

[@jtrvlsthewrld]

The beaches where you had to pay are owned by the Dutch sadly. And you know the Dutch, they charge you for everything. Curaçao has allot of free local beaches, sadly you don't mention those.

[@PlanFree]

In this case we are comparing the "resort" type beaches on Curacao and Aruba. The comparison is that the "resort" type beaches often expect payment on Curacao, and on Aruba they do not. Yes, you are right Curacao has many beautiful less crowded beaches for those willing to drive. But so does Aruba. This video describes the differences between the two islands, not the the things that are the same. We mention some specific, less crowded Curacao beaches in our dedicated Curacao video here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M We also illustrate some less crowded Aruba beaches in this video; kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJisfGCar62BhdU Thank you for watching and for commenting. Cheers!

[@garyhollander1]

@@PlanFree i get what your saying but, aruba doesnt have any other beach outside eagle beach, baby beach, and maybe one other.. i think the fact that curacao has over 38 beaches is a hugh waying factor because if you do not wish to pay for a beach you still have more cosy and private beaches to go to... and honestly in my opinion the beaches you dont have to pay for are the more beautiful ones... reagarding the papiamentu aruba and curacao have different vocabularies.. some words are the same bit papiamentu in aruba is more spanish driven in writting and wording and curacao more dutch and creol influences.. but nice job guys your welcome on both islands...

[@maxienne93]

@@garyhollander1 you obviously haven't been to Aruba if you think our most popular known beaches are the only beaches we have. Regarding the language that's true, our Papiamento is more Spanish driven and Curacao's Papiamento is more Afrikaans driven.

[@garyhollander1]

@@maxienne93 my mother is from aruba and ive been more than a million times and it is the truth... baby beach andicuri eagle malmok? So tell which other beautiful beach of aruba is there?

[@Toto121982]

not completely true. Some are owned by the local pension fund (APC); maybe run by a Dutch company yes, but not owned. The fact that some beaches are not private goes back to our history, where those terrains were already private because the government does not sell land.

[@johnjerrehian4642]

I live in the US and Curacao. Purchased a home in Curacao in 2012. Simply put, Aruba is much more Americanized. Large hotels with expansive beaches. Curacao is not only a much larger island as you pointed out but with a lot more people. Take any market with more people you will have more traffic. However, you probably lived downtown and that is where the majority of the population and traffic are. On the West end, not like this at all. As for the beaches, your video paints that all beaches in Curacao are pay beaches and they are not $10-12 either. With over 38 different beaches the difference is not really about paying but the type of beaches. Expansive wide beaches are Aruba. Uniquely different cove like beaches in Curacao offer busy fun areas like Mambo or the many secluded and private beaches on the West end of the island. Both islands are outstanding and with a short flight we get to enjoy what all three offer, (including Bonaire).

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for writing your comment! It was nice to read. This video is about the differences. And the charge for some of the beaches in Curacao IS a difference from Aruba. 😏 Did you see our Curacao island video? It's only about Curacao. Have a watch, let us know what you think. We lived in CURACAO for 6 months kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M We also just produced a list of our 5 favorite beaches in Curacao, in our ongoing effort to promote the island; kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3PdZJeDZs-qi7M If you would like to help promote your islands through this video, press the like button on the videos and KZbin will share them with more people!🙏👋 Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video? Thanks for subscribing to our channel.👋

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

I've been to Curacao and I really liked it.

[@PlanFree]

Agreed, enjoyable island, some beautiful places! Thanks for watching, and for subscribing if you have already.👋🥂

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

@@PlanFree I did subscribe. Hope to get back to Curacao. And do hope to visit Aruba oneday. I'm ready to travel again.

[@PlanFree]

Okay thanks much! We hope you can travel again soon too!🥂

[@mambamba]

Papiamento in Aruba is softer and melodic.

[@mambamba]

Yamanota is the tallest hill in Aruba not Hooiberg. The economy in Curaçao is more diverse, Aruba’s economy is 90 percent tourism dependent. Yet Aruba seems more prosperous and well maintained than Curaçao. Curaçao’s capital Willemstad is far more historical and interesting than the capital Oranjestad in Aruba. Nevertheless both are nice towns. People overall in Aruba are nicer, chill, open to know you. Aruba’s infrastructure is better organised and easy to manoeuvre around than Curaçao. Curaçao has richer nature than Aruba, the ground in Curaçao is more fertile. Aruba is a submerged island from coral stone and less fertile. I feel Aruba is much cleaner. I love both islands. Would definitely go to both you can not go wrong with either.

[@jodo2516]

Thank you for your video about the islands. To bad about your experience about the beach in Curacao. We have enough natural beaches that are free of charge. Now it’s going to look like that all Curacao is about. I think you prefer Aruba and that reflects in your video. Thanks for sharing your experience! :)

[@PlanFree]

Yes, from our experience, in the full 6 month period we lived in each country, the beaches in Aruba were easier to get to and more easily accessible. That is based on where we went in both countries. Wish we would have met YOU in Curacao to show us more of the free, close beaches to go to! We'll look you up if we are ever travelling to Curacao in the future! You can be the guide! Did you see our most recent video JUST on Curacao island?

[@shadowdanzer4878]

I cant decide. I love them both. The first time i went to Curacao i went ro Willemstad and was completeltly in love with the bridge when it lights up at night and the Dushi and Curacao sign. The second time i went toJan Thiel. I've also been to Aruba twice, i love the island the locals and how warm and inviting they are. Aruba is more touristy. Next is Bonaire! The one thing i love is the sound of Papiamiento as well as the mosh posh of other languages.

[@PlanFree]

We understand where you're coming from! Both islands are beautiful and offer different things. Aruba is kind of intimate and easier to get to know because it's so small you can drive around within a few weeks and really discover all the areas. Where as Curacao is so much larger and had many more beaches and communities to explore, it would take a person several months to really get to know all it's areas. We enjoyed our time living on both islands for 6 months each and we hope you get to return one day soon too. Thank you so much for watching! We appreciate your comment! Please click the like button and share the video, that helps the channel. Thank you! Ayr & Lori

[@truep9484]

Aruba is more targeted on American/ Canadian tourists. Curaçao is more targeted on European tourists.. The elderly people on Curaçao can not speak English very well.. By the way I'm from Curaçao and my husband from Aruba.

[@PlanFree]

Oh that's is cool True! Neat that each of you is from a different island. Inter-island LOVE. Our favorite! 💕 Would you be willing to support our channel for FREE by subscribing? 🙏

[@sergiolaurant6501]

Your wife had pronounced"Danki" very well but when you had said it it sounds like " Donkey" but no wories..🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PlanFree]

Haha Sergio....we hey... some of us are more gifted than others when it comes to learning and speaking different languages, right!? And, also, perhaps, maybe the funny side of Mr. Plan Free decided to play a little with pronunciations for us North American continent folks that might think Danki sounds a LOT like donkey! ...I mean maybe....? 🤣

[@marcocepeda9535]

danki dushies for visiting Curacao :D

[@PlanFree]

The pleasure was ours, thank you for having us! Thank you for watching and adding a comment! And if you have already, thank you for subscribing, it helps!

[@badasscop4459]

I live in Aruba born in Curacao, I love Aruba way more and I am a police officer here.

[@PlanFree]

Hello to you and thank you for watching! You have a very interesting perspective then, maybe similar to ours! Both are great. Aruba might tip the scale. But again, for diffenrent reasons. If you click the LIKE button then this video will be shown to more people. And help promote both islands! That will help promote them to others.

[@someday_nl3586]

If I salute you here can you let me go with a warning next time you stop me ? :-)

[@ChispitaTV]

ARUBA & CURAÇAO are both "Dushi islands" 💝

[@PlanFree]

@ChispitaTV Yes they are, we love to promote the islands when we can! If you would like to help promote the islands through this video, pressing the like button and sharing it to your personal Facebook feed would be helpful : ) Thank you for watching and commenting! 🙏👋

[@maheshshetty3331]

I lived in curacao for more than 10 years and I love that island , miss it , miss the beaches , beach volly ,people

[@PlanFree]

Yes, there are many things to like about Curacao! Thank you for watching and adding a comment! 👋🙏 What did you like about the video?

[@taeharte7501]

Another message from Aruba, all the beaches are by law free for all people, you really can chill at the beach where ever you want, also just in front of any hotel

[@PlanFree]

Yes, that was our experience also ; ) Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video?

[@biggchi828]

when you say “after working all day/week” what work are you talking about? Did you move to live there to actually have gainful employment or are you financially set so that income is not an issue? and then a whole other set of Qs related to working come to mind.

[@PlanFree]

@ Bigg CHI, Good question! We are financially comfortable enough to be wherever we want whenever we want for as long as we want geographically speaking. At the same time we do work quite a few hours in our own business because we are building our "pensions" that neither of us were given from our employment days. We have a sister channel that focuses on describing and discussing financial matters that you may be interested in. My former profession was; stock broker/financial planner. Plan Free Finance and Abundance kzbin.info/door/he8ZjpGmMv9oFw_1SJrJbw Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@americaan57]

Nice Video i am from Aruba and Love both islands !

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for commenting! And for the positivity. What was your favorite part of this video?

[@d.benders2413]

Hi Orilia Pompier; nice seeing you in the comment section. I love this video as well. Regards.

[@americaan57]

@@d.benders2413 You are missing in action take care my friend ❤

[@veroniquesnijders2403]

Curaçao is very beautiful indeed! mi dushi isla🇨🇼❤️

[@PlanFree]

Yes, agreed a paradise! Maybe keep this a secret from the Arubans but, are the women maybe more beautiful on Curacao than Aruba? : ) Who else thinks so? Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video?

[@jayrodromero]

@@PlanFree ... i agree on that

[@PlanFree]

Yay....we find it so fun when that happens! Thanks for saying so @Jayrod Romero!

[@kennethluzardo]

Im from aruba and the pronunciation of the word "Dushi" and "danki" was a lil off thats ofc gonna happen since yall are foreigners. Danki sounded like donkey😂 its more like an "aaah" like when ur at a dentist. And Dushi sounded like douchey😂 and yeah its very similair the tone but its more like an "oooh" dont be confused with "oh" which has a mare "o" sound if you get what i mean😂

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for adding your perspective on the language and pronunciation differences, it's interesting. The danki dushi bit was meant to be amusing/funny. Maybe we're just not that funny ; ) as most of the viewers didn't get the joke. Yes, of course we know the pronunciation after living on the islands for 12 months. We purposely adjusted the pronunciation to fit the joke, if you get what I mean ; ) Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video?

[@kennethluzardo]

@@PlanFree Ahahaha i did know about the joke XD, i liked the very honest review and was not afraid on your opinions on the island. I liked that very much

[@PlanFree]

@@kennethluzardo Okay excellent! Thanks again for watching and commenting, we appreciate you.

[@Pikobel286]

Curaçao is better for me because, wherever I am, I’m always curious to interact with the locals and get to know the vibe. In Curacao, you’ve got nothing to worry about. The locals are kind, friendly and always helpful. I come back next year 2022

[@PlanFree]

@Mia Tomas, we enjoyed the people on both islands also. Everywhere we go we find the nicest people. Hope you have a wonderful return trip to Curacao! Have you seen our video on Curacao's best BEACHES!? kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3PdZJeDZs-qi7M

[@Dance9711.love.]

From Aruba🇦🇼One happy island🌴Friendly people I Love Aruba

[@PlanFree]

@Alyxiènne, thank you for watching and adding a comment! And if you have already, thank you for subscribing, it helps! SECRET TIP! Pressing the like button will encourage KZbin to show this video to more people, and in turn you will be helping to promote your country! 👋🙏

[@constant1ify]

The harbour that you show is neither Aruba nor Curacao. Curacao has 2 container kranes and aruba has 1 or maybe 2

[@PlanFree]

Yes, sometimes we use stock footage to keep visual interest during the presentation and it may be from other locations. Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video?

[@evagezymalla]

I’m not sure what the issue was for you to stay in Aruba bc I haven’t had to leave (been here 6 months and I don’t have a visa or anything)

[@PlanFree]

Hmmm that is interesting. Where are you from? How many days did they stamp your passport for? Hope you liked our video? And, thanks for subscribing, clicking LIKE and sharing it your own Facebook page....we're doing all we can to help promote these islands! woohooo This is how you can help. 👌

[@jennifer1552]

Of course they have to be more friendly in Aruba they only have tourist.

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and adding a comment! What did you like about the video? Have you had a chance to visit each island?

[@Theofficial_777]

Curacao is the best❤🇨🇼🇨🇼

[@PlanFree]

@sharyleen felipie yes, we sure enjoyed our time there. Your country is beautiful! Please LIKE the video and SHARE it to your Facebook page. Then Curacao will get more exposure and promotion to others. Thank you! 🙏

[@victorrosario3791]

I've lived 15 years at Aruba and every day I'm discovering something new from Aruba. Hiking spots etc many good spots are hidden.

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like best about the video? If you would like to help promote your islands through this video, press the like button on the video and KZbin will share it with more people!🙏👋

[@Follow.my.Stephs]

I was living on Aruba for 4 years. I love the island ! 💙🇦🇼

[@PlanFree]

One Beautiful Island ; ) Thank you for watching!

[@rf.t.s1580]

Kom terug. Ik zal op je wachten ;-)

[@nnekadavelaar5564]

Indeed we do not fight. I find this video a bit unnecessary. Feels like entitelment to judge. Missing the right nuances😒

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting! This video was not made as a competition between the 2 islands and its' residents, but rather it was made for potential visitors who have never been before. The point of the video is to describe the differences between Aruba and Curacao based on our observations. You see, it was made as a promotion for both islands ; ) to encourage people to visit these beautiful places, and assist those that are trying to choose one or the other for their next vacation.👋🙏 Hopefully you can turn your frown into smile, stop hating-start participating, and help to promote these two beautiful islands. What did you like about the video?

[@nolley2108]

Some +- 45 years ago the Management of Holiday inn Aruba tried to pick our beach by implying that the locals were too noisy making it unsafe for their quests and for some time forbidden the use of their running water to clean up after swimming. The locals protested loud and clear and they abandoned this absurd idea after we had the Government intervening. Had we not protested Aruba would probably had ended up like Curacao is today not respecting the International rights on beaches stating that 12 Meters from the shore MUST be open and FREE for everyone. I guess most people are not aware of this affair or were not even born yet.

[@thooper4380]

The "thank you" portion of this is very interesting to me. I've been to Belgium and the Dutch from a native sounds like "dank ewe". It seems like it transitioned to danki similarly to how latin produced sí for yes in spanish and oui in French.

[@PlanFree]

@@thooper4380 the linguistics is totally interesting to us also. We were keenly aware of the subtleties between the islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao) in many of the words that the locals spoke. We tried to get it right everywhere. We failed! Haha Good fun and very interesting. You'd enjoy the islands it sounds like. Thank you so much for watching and commenting we love that. And we hope you click the like button and subscribe to our channel for more awesome travel information videos. 👍 Ayr & Lori

[@jonathanarrindell8583]

You are on Point with the Language difference... also in writing ... great video!!! ... Greetings from Aruba!!!

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting, we appreciate you! If you have already pressed the like button and subscribed, we thank you for that too! Cheers.

[@HashTagNino]

Bondia from Curacao 🇨🇼!! Nice video!! curacao, bonaire and aruba are like families, the language on each island is slightly different dialects but we can understand them all perfectly, sometimes we make jokes about the accent just for fun. The dushi part ... didn’t you guys find any dushi food ? Hmm e kuminda ta dushi, it’s a dushi beach, if a stranger calls you dushi it’s not like flirting or anything the way to throw punches, but if ther do it in a more flirtatious way the “way it said “ is different.

[@PlanFree]

Nice to read your comment and contribution, thank you! Please click the LIKE button, this will help promote Curacao even more. 😏

[@fmn2628]

I live in Aruba for 10 years now, been to Curacao once, I vote Aruba 100%. All free beaches, most Locals speak 4 languages: Papiamento, Dutch, English and Spanish.

[@PlanFree]

@fmn2628 All true! And we know what you're talking about and completely agree! Were you born in Aruba? Thank you if you subscribed to our channel and shared this video!

[@friedchickenwithextrafried4259]

all the abc islands speak 4 languages smart ass

[@thesabrina1374]

Hi there, Curaçao born and raised citizen here! Loved the video I agree with most of the points mentioned in the video. I must say, with the beaches if you ever visit again, try to visit the free beaches as they are much more relaxing. Most of us who live here are not a fan of the beaches that we have to pay for almost everything either. Thank you for visiting, hope to see you again ;).

[@PlanFree]

Hi @Eda! Yes this video talked about the differences between the 2 islands. Curacao had some pay beaches and Aruba did not. Anywhere (that we found). So, we mentioned this as a difference. 😁 Have you seen our video dedicated to JUST Curacao? We talk about many of the beaches in that video. Let us know what you think of it! Also Eda, thank you for watching and adding a comment! And if you have already, thank you for subscribing, it helps! SECRET TIP! Pressing the like button will encourage KZbin to show this video to more people, and in turn you will be helping to promote your country! 👋🙏

[@PlanFree]

Watch next; HOW TO PACK FOR LONG TERM TRAVEL; kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpDJq4t7it-VoZY

[@janlul1211]

Americans always complain 1 thing they need to understand this is NOT AMERICA ok this is 2 Caribbean sister islands there rules you dont like it dont go there simple

[@PlanFree]

Did you enjoy our video? Which of the islands are you from? Thank you if you clicked the LIKE button for us, we appreciate it! Ayr & Lori

[@louvievw4823]

Hi, as many mentioned before we are sister islands (including Bonaire) and do not compete. First of all, Papiamento is not a dialect and is a language same as English and we speak a minimum of 4 different languages on both islands. Secondly, there are many differences in culture and history that makes the islands and their people different but to sum up. If you want to relax by laying on the beach and have everything around you? Then Aruba is for you. If you want to experience nature and go on an adventure, then you choose Curaçao. So it all depends on what you want to do for a vacation. They are both my home and love them both. But I do different things when I am on each.

[@PlanFree]

@Louvie vW This particular video is about how the islands differ. Not competing. There is no "winner" or non winner, lol. Many many people have not had the chance to visit these islands and are interested to know what each is like. We made this video, as we have replied many times already also, to help people know what the differences are. To help either plan their vacation or, like us, to move there for a short time to learn, see and experience the area. ;) Both are great! But they do differ. Just like all of us, we can all be great but we do differ. 😁 Thanks for watching, subscribing (if you did), clicking LIKE and sharing this vid to your Facebook page. We want to help promote both islands! 🌅🙏

[@alexandraalbert8546]

Aruba and Curacao are both part of the Kingdom of The Netherlands - so the SAME country!! Some geography lessons wouldn't hurt you 😢 since you 'lived' in both! For six months you would've had time...

[@Toto121982]

They are two separate countries, within the same kingdom. Get your facts straight!

[@wethepeople8470]

I went to both islands...ill stay with Aruba..but Curacao is lit tho😁

[@PlanFree]

Haha, funny. Thanks for the comment! We appreciated our time living on both islands also. 👍

[@alejandromartinus4401]

Correction the highest point of Aruba is Jamanota not Hooiberg. Jamanota which is located in the national park (national park Arikok) is a height of 188m (617 ft). hooiberg which is located almost in the center of the island has a hight of 165m which makes it the second highest point of Aruba, the reason why hooiberg is more known is because at the top u will get a 360 view of the island and because of its location u can see hooiberg anywhere u are on the island. Just something that people should know when they come and visit the island. Hoped u enjoyed your stay on your beautiful one happy island and hope to seeing u soon back on the island🏝 Masha Danki = thank u very much 🇦🇼💙💛❤️🇦🇼

[@PlanFree]

Yes the highest point is Jamanota. But we mentioned the highest ACCESSIBLE point as being Hooiberg. We believe that is correct, no? Thanks for sharing the info though, people will be interested to learn what you wrote. :) We appreciate you taking the time to write that all out in a nice read. 👍

[@f1r9a8n9k]

Arikok hill is second highest point 🤷🏻‍♂️. Hooiberg is third. All three of them are accessible for hiking. But the two highest points are in the National park, which a little fee has to be paid. Hopefully this helped

[@alejandromartinus4401]

@@f1r9a8n9k ooo yes that is true, my mistake

[@trcroesaua]

Actually Hoorberg is no 4. Seroe Cabay (translated horse hill) is no 3. The top of Jamanota is accessible as well, just like Arikok hill and Seroe Cabay. Great video!

[@PlanFree]

Thanks so much! We appreciate you saying so. We didn't do enough hiking in Aruba apparently! Lol Are you from Aruba? Thank you for watching and we appreciate the comment!

[@AyeeeItsCam]

I feel like an important thing to touch on would be the ethnic and racial identities of the islands. Even though they have similar cultures, Aruba is mostly mixed with a large Black population. While Curacao is almost exclusively African.

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video? If you would like to help promote your islands through this video, press the like button on the video and KZbin will share it with more people!🙏👋 Thanks for subscribing to our channel.

[@PedroSánchezDuarte]

I love Curazao. For me it is the must beatifull islands in the Caribbean Sea. I like to admire the throat of water that separate Punda and Otrobanda.

[@PlanFree]

It is a paradise definitely! When is your next vacation!?

[@Taysa1]

Im from Aruba One happY Island🇦🇼 And Thank you for visiting Aruba and our sister island Curacao❤

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and adding a comment! You have a beautiful home! It was our pleasure to visit each island, both are very pleasant compared to winter in Canada ; ) What did you like about the video?

[@jaimeparra27]

I don't know but Margarita Island is much better for vacations, Danqui Dushi

[@PlanFree]

Hahahaaaa! Funny. Well, we've heard that also about Margarita Island @JAIME PARRA. How long did you visit there for? What was it like? Thank you for watching our comparison video between Aruba and Curacao. Hopefully it gave you some points to ponder if you haven't been to either of those islands and want to check them out. We have a dedicated Curacao video also as well as a "Best Beaches Curacao" video on our channel. And, then, for Aruba we have about four or five other dedicated Aruba videos on different places you can go and hike and explore as well as a video depiction of what our life was like for 6 full months living on Aruba. I think a search on our channel would bring all of those up for you if you're interested. 😏👌 We appreciate you writing your comment. Please click the LIKE button too, it really helps our channel grow. Thanks! 👍

[@bravesannie]

Aruban here 🙋🏻‍♀️. Love our beautiful islands! ABC 😍

[@PlanFree]

You have a beautiful home island, we enjoyed our time there! Thank you for watching and adding a comment! What did you like about the video?

[@mirjamoosterbaan9032]

The white SUV in 2.25 min is the exact example of driving on Curacao. Do you need mirrors??? Only to make yourself pretty, so no need to look if you have a side mirror.... Nice compare to both wonderful islands... But my heart is on Dushi Korsow.... You pay not that much for the beach (around 6 guilders, 4US$ at Mambo I think) , even not for Mambo. Yes Mambo is a private beach of Seaquarium, that is why it is called Seaquarium beach. But go to Daaibooi or other beaches at the west side.. or take a plunsh at Caracasbaai beach.. all are free of charge... and for hiking just ask the hiking map (a lot of hikes all around the island) at the "stichting Uniek Curacao" they will provide you with maps for several hikes. Try them, they are so wonderful!!!

[@PlanFree]

Great comment @Mirjam Oosterbaan! And haha on that mirror.....yes, what's the point!? lol Thank you for taking the time to write a few words. We feel your heart for Korsow! 💕 Yes, we know about other beaches in Korsow, free also, but those were not as easy or fast to get to from where we lived and from the main part of the city. So, that is why we mention beaches a a difference between the two islands. Have you seen our video on Curacao alone? We talk about ALLLLL the beaches that Curacao has. Soooo many, and wonderful. They just require a little more commitment to get to. And, when we live in Curacao, we wanted a nice beach, close by that we could pop out to after a work day. Paying 6 guilder 4 or 5 days/week after work is not something most locals want to do. They want to relax on a beach. Vacationers will pay, yes, but we think f ourselves NOT as vacationers. We rented an apartment, bought a car and insurance and new license plates, etc and fully lived in Curacao. This is also juts out perspective. Know what we mean Dushi? 😊 Also, we want to help promote Curacao to others, so: please click the LIKE button and share the video...it will help others to see how lovely it is. Thank you!

[@mirjamoosterbaan9032]

Oh and I always call friends Dushi. Can you help me out Dushi? But you can also use it to say good night ( drumi dushi = sleep well) So do not make a big deal about dushi, it is a common word used for many things... such as food, men and women, but for me it was ideal, because I am terrible with names, and calling someone Dushi is just easier. :)))))

[@sbev2577]

Wtf do you do for a living that you can just live in each place for 6 months? Hotel manager?

[@PlanFree]

Semi-retired at 35 and 37 respectively. We talk about what we did and how on our sister channel that may interest you; Plan Free Finance and Abundance kzbin.info/door/he8ZjpGmMv9oFw_1SJrJbw

[@MarthaFyrena]

I enjoyed the video, I love both islands. On the Curacao beaches: it came across as if paying to go to the beach is the norm compared to Aruba, whereas that would only be applicable to some of the popular tourist beaches near Willemstad. There is even a beach right in the city that is free. The majority and most beautiful beaches in Curacao are free and located on the West side of the island and these are also not developed.

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for writing your comment! It was nice to read. This video is about the differences between Aruba and Curacao. And the charge for some of the beaches in Curacao IS a difference from Aruba. 😏 Did you see our Curacao island video? It's only about Curacao. We talk about the beaches there. Have a watch, let us know what you think. We lived in CURACAO for 6 months kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M If you have already, thanks for subscribing to our channel!

[@cliffthiel1666]

E dos isla nan tin nan diferencia nan pero tur dos ta magnifico den nan mesun parti 🇦🇼👍🏼

[@idek__anymore]

Hi I'm from Curaçao did you guys went to the mall we have? Like sambil and renaissance. In sambil it's more fun bc theres bowling, movies, video game store were you can play with the games, trampoline park, a playground for the little ones, a pastry shop, a gym and a restaurant (btw the restaurant is not in the food court) in renaissance it's more for tourists where there is a lot more souvenirs stuff. And if you dont mind me asking where did you guys stayed in Curaçao? (Btw I agree with you guys some ppl in Curaçao are rude but dont think that were all like that)

[@idek__anymore]

Oh and also the local food is amazing my favorite is yambo aka okra soup or banana stoba aka plantain stew or papaya stoba aka papaya stew and lastly bonchi which I think is red bean soup delicious

[@PlanFree]

One of our favorites was the Christmas time donut-like thing (forgive my spelling) Olie Bolin? Help me, lol.

[@PlanFree]

Yes, we did enjoy the malls a few times, you're right they had a bit of everything. We took in a movie "Avengers End Game" in the theatre there, and it was top notch! Thank you for watching, commenting, and for subscribing if you have already. Cheers! Oh btw, we stayed in an apartment rental, on Schubappelweg, near the Vreugdenhil.

[@sergeihalabi4996]

Rude, ignorant and stupid people are found all over the world especially in the states where as soon you step out off the plane you are confronted by some guy who came floating from Cuba on a tube, got his green card and now treats you a tourist like shit. And if you go to Canada you are doomed as soon as you arrive, because they treat you like a criminal before you step out of the airport, talking about rude and ignorant. Curacao is a paradise and the people don't know what they have till its to late and already destroyed

[@PlanFree]

You're right unfortunately, those types of people are everywhere. That's life. And, for the record, we didn't say anyone was rude. Rude people are all over the world. It's not like that was NEW for us guys@! lol What we SAID was that we met friendly people on both islands but we would have to say that the friendly level went up a notch in Aruba. :) Easy. Simple. We were fortunate to meet some very friendly and positive people in both Aruba and Curacao (and everywhere we go!). We seek and we find! Thanks for watching! Tell all your POSITIVE friends too! 😇

[@flyer3455]

🇨🇼 Curacao is better without question 🇺🇲

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching, and commenting with your opinion.

[@santipaloschi8370]

heyo! I'm a student from Aruba and I can definitely confirm that Papiamento from Aruba and Papiamento from Curaçao are different. The dialects of Papiamento have a different vocabulary and words are also spelled very differently (an example could be that most words that have a C in Aruban Papiamento have a K in Curaçaoan, such as Cas [house] vs Kas). And also, about the word dushi; yes it does mean sweet or sweetheart, but be careful because it can be used as catcalling lol (like telling someone "bo ta mustra dushi" basically means "you look hot/delicious" or calling someone like "ey dushi" [hey sweetie] is also catcalling. depends on the context ofc!!). You can ask anything else you'd like lol Thank you very much for making this video, highlighting these small islands is always big for us :)

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for adding your perspective on the language and pronunciation differences, it's interesting. The danki dushi bit was meant to be amusing/funny. Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video? It's our pleasure to promote these islands where we can, you're welcome! If you would like to help further promote the islands through this video, pressing the like button, and sharing it your personal Facebook feed would be helpful. 🙏👋

[@scottt988]

How many times did you ask me to subscribe? I think it was every two minutes.

[@PlanFree]

Did the message reach you @Scott T?

[@IRIPA28]

In Aruba we also have Jamanota. You forgot to mention that. A great place to hike

[@PlanFree]

Oh that's interesting that you mentioned Jamanota! We actually mentioned it in our first recording and then decided to cut it out and just talk about Hooiberg. That's funny! You are indeed right! You have a beautiful country and we were blessed to call it home for a short time. :) Thank you, if you have, for subscribing! 😘

[@WeimaranersAreTheBest]

how's the golf in Aruba? fellow Canadian here..

[@PlanFree]

Hey fellow Canadian! Welcome to our channel! The golf is probably pretty good but, to be honest, we don't golf much so can't answer you accurately. Maybe there's another viewer on here who does and can answer you back. 👍 Thanks for watching though, we're glad you found us. Have you seen our other 4 or so videos on Aruba? We lived there for 6 full month and tried to learn as much as we could. Are you planning a vacation there? You might like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIqQhqh5fpWSn5Y

[@aisheldavelaar2182]

You are welcome Dushi's from Curaçao, at the West side of the island we have a lot of natural and free beaches, we speak some different words in Papiamentu but we understand each other, we are good brothers and good neighbors , so every time you wanna come back, it's a pleasure for us, masha danki! 🥰🙋‍♀️!

[@PlanFree]

Awe! Now that is a lovely, graceful, welcoming comment! Masha danki! Would you be willing to support our channel for FREE by subscribing? 🙏

[@aisheldavelaar2182]

@@musicislifeA1 so hope you enjoy 🤗🇨🇼

[@aisheldavelaar2182]

@@musicislifeA1 Yess I know I live here, I didnt want to make it wurst, sorry for that, all by all thanks for coming to bad the lockdown covid19 🤷‍♀️!

[@mariahakobjanyan8312]

Dunki dushi❤❤❤ loved your video guys

[@PlanFree]

Super! Thanks so much for letting us know @mariahakobjanyan8312, we appreciate it! Are you planning some travel to one of these islands? Ayr & Lori

[@GermainesMainMenu]

Hi, Aruban here. Awesome video guys. Just a few things you should know about our language, it is a melting pot of many languages, this is because throughout history Aruba has had many settlers and the word “Danki” is not Dutch it is actually from Africa. We use words borrowed from many languages such as Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and so many more. And the word “dushi” (pronounced, “ doo-shi”) is one you might want to be mindful of the context you use it in. For example the way you used it in this video translates to a cat call if you are speaking to a stranger or basically anyone you are not in a relationship with 😅 If we think someone is sweet or nice, we use “lief” which is a actually a Dutch world. Keep it up guys, hope you continue to enjoy our Island and sister Island 😁

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting! Thank you for adding your perspective on the language and pronunciation differences, it's interesting. The danki dushi bit was meant to be amusing/funny. Maybe we're just not that funny ; ) as most of the viewers didn't get the joke. Maybe Aruba/Curacao lack a sense of humor? Nah!? Yes, of course we know the pronunciation after living on the islands for 12 months. We purposely adjusted the pronunciation to fit the joke, if you get what I mean ; ) What did you like about the video?

[@toomessy]

Papiamentu was created in Curaçao, so when you say things like; _"It is a melting pot of many languages, because throughout history Aruba has had many settlers"_ It just doesn't make sense at all. Yes, Aruba has had many settlers over the years, but the reasons why Papiamentu is a melting pot in the first place, is because they settled in CURAÇAO.

[@PlanFree]

Haha....didn't you just agree with @SarcasticFool though @Messy!? Thanks for chipping in to our comments section!

[@rovianrosalia6643]

Both are great islands. Prefer Curacao slightly because the country has more culture than Aruba. Aruba is pretty much beach and hotels and not much more.

[@PlanFree]

Hi @Rovian Rosalia, how are you? We loved reading your concise summary of both islands. Thank you for writing it. You are quite right also, in our opinion, we for sure felt more of a Dutch, African and Caribbean influence while living in Curacao than when living in Aruba. We loved both island but perhaps for different reasons! Thank you so much for watching! We appreciate your time. Please click the LIKE button for us also! And, if you haven't explored this area in Aruba we made a video for you to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIqQhqh5fpWSn5Y

[@brandongordon9689]

Yes on Aruba we speak Papiamento and on Curaçao they speak papiamentu, so yes different dialects

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and adding a comment! What did you like about the video?

[@ayeshaengelbrecht551]

Very Good Content. Danki Dushi's ❤❤

[@PlanFree]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed our video. Are you from Aruba or Curacao? Ayr & Lori

[@gersonc.2737]

I visit Curaçao in 2016 and Aruba in 2017 loved them both but i prefer Curaçao because its bigger and It seems less tourism. Baby beach in Aruba is a nice place to spend your day and Blue Bay in Curaçao is great.

[@PlanFree]

@Gerson C. We also enjoyed both, they offer different things. We loved the slower pace of Aruba but we loved the larger size of Curacao to find more to explore. Did you get to Rodgers beach in Aruba? (In our opinion it was even nicer than Baby and much quieter!) Thank you for taking the time to write your experience! We love that. Hope you clicked the like button on our videos that you like and also subscribe, it's FREE for you and really helps us grow. 🙏😊 Keep watching, there are 5 more Aruba videos and 2 more Curacao videos on our channel. We'd love to hear your thoughts on them. Here's one to get you started! kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M

[@DonClassico]

Y'all did great guys. Curacao citizen here and I approve this video. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and picked up a few words here and there. Nice review

[@PlanFree]

It was a great island to call home for 6 months. We really enjoyed getting to know the people that we did and experience the culture and language. Thank you for the positive review! That means a lot and we hope you SUBSCRIBE! Did you see that we also have a video JUST on Curacao island?

[@mysticalchairman7660]

Hello, I am from Aruba. Yes, indeed the difference between the two islands is that Curacao got many advantages over us, especially in the economy, aided massively by the Netherlands as it served as the capital city of the Netherlands Antilles, compared to us, we were more of a rural island until we got a separated autonomy. The people are quite happy to meet people so diverse especially when we see English people, Portuguese and most luck is French, we'd love to ask them sometimes how is their country, instead, we just smile haha!

[@Lori.Miller]

Hello and thanks for your great comment! Yes, Aruba as a historically more rural island is probably what lends to its calm and peaceful environment now. And generally, travellers look for that since they are mostly vacationing (1-4weeks). We are in a unique situation because we live abroad 6 months of the year (in normal years!) and so we look for relaxing, interested environments as well as enough things to do/see/explore and live life (gym? Immigration office?) etc. Curacao probably hold the interested of a foreigner for longer, but Aruba captures the heart! Thank you, if you have already, for subscribing! It really helps us grow. 👍😘

[@paulhofstede3247]

I'm from NL, like both islands!! Indeed, like most people say, don't compare, enjoy both!!!!

[@PlanFree]

Oh yes, indeed enjoy both, we agree! We thought people would be interested to know how 2 islands so close together are different, in language, culture, all these things. That was our goal here, to show that 2 places so similar looking and so close ARE different from eachother. :) Thanks so much for watching hope you liked it! Please click the LIKE button if you did, it's FREE! 👌 and we really appreciate your comment fellow Canadian! Take care @Paul Hofstede!

[@jonjonckheer5063]

I laughed so hard at the “donkey dushi” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PlanFree]

Yayyyyyyyyyyy @Jon Jonckheer Finally someone who GOT what we meant! Just tryin out a little humor!! We were delighted to read your comment! Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a comment! That's awesome! Please hit the LIKE button on this and all our videos and consider sharing them to your Facebook page to help us promote the islands?

[@jonjonckheer5063]

@@PlanFree I’m a Curacao native, I enjoy hearing of visitors experiences on Island! Glad you guys had a mostly positive experience! I especially love the comparison with Aruba, the language is the same but you can compare it to Canadian English and American English same but different 😁

[@PlanFree]

Precisely @Jon Jonckheer! GREAT comparison with Canadian English vs Americans English. You are quite right and your educated, polite and positive delivery were a delight to read! Thanks for much for the comment! Please share the video! 👌

[@remcotevreden1228]

if you pronounce it wrong then you get wrong interpretations.... it is dAnki, so why would you pronounce it as an O ?

[@PlanFree]

@@remcotevreden1228 We heard the word pronounced correctly and also in a sloppy way, on both islands, Curacao and Aruba. And keep in mind we are Canadian, so ANY way the word is pronounced to US, with the way we speak English, it sounds very similar to "donkey". We also like to have fun and so it made us laugh and have fun with it. :) That is natural we think. And we are not the first to think so. It's all in good fun. We love both islands! Which one are you from?

[@sammyhamawi6407]

I was born on curacao, andruw jones is also of lebanese origin.

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for watching @Sammy Hamawi and hope you clicked the LIKE button. Please share the video also! Take care!

[@titolee2769]

I am from Curaçao (but also love "dushi Aruba") and I totally agree with you. There are small differences between papiamentU of Curaçao and papiamentO of Aruba. Most of the differences are: etymological, accent, emphasis and some different words and spelling.

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for your comment, great of you to add your thoughts. Yes, we very much enjoyed getting to know Papiamentu/o a little. It was super interesting to us! Very different from what we've experienced in all our travels. Thank you, if you did, for subscribing! And for clicking LIKE on this video and also the video we made of JUST Curacao! Clicking LIKE with help promote your beautiful island to others! 😁

[@sangoud8583]

I was reading some comments of the other Arubans about the Africans in Aruba. Oh Boy they still don't know nothing. The Black people that life in Aruba there descents came from the Virgin Island and other English Caribbean Island to work for the Lago Oil. That is why San Nicolas was a town of immigrates from the other Islands because they spoke very good English. The Original Arubans were very backwards with learning in those days. The Lago Oil needed people that were educated. And that was the reason alot of people from the English Caribbean and British Guyana came to work in Aruba. Also many nurses and Dokters from BG were working in the Hospital.

[@PlanFree]

Hi @Sandra Goud, very interesting history. You gave us all something to search and read more about on the internet! Thank you, and thank you for writing your comment and thank you for watching! Hope you liked it!

[@AfromyCaribbean]

loved this dushinan! greetings from curacao !!

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and commenting, we sure appreciate your positivity! Cheers.

[@Raw-N-Uncut_WorldWide]

Ow ,yea if we compete ,it's always like brothers. Never with jealousy, we love each other and respect each other ,and we so damn proud about our athletes or international artists. We just like ( Dr )dominican republic, and Puerto Rico, they are like brothers island and and with a friendly competition and allot in common, just like aruba curacao and bonaire

[@PlanFree]

Exactly, well said. Not a competition, just a comparison. Brothers, and sister islands, will have similarities but also many differences. Our video helps travelers know what those differences are before traveling, some people need or want to know. 👍 Thanks so much for watching! What was your favorite part?

[@luisteraars]

Well... They called me sweety in Las Vegas, so it is not that uncomming.. :-) You're welcome sweety and thanks sweety.. And in Texas a i was called sweet pea .. whatever that means.. lol..

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for watching and adding to the comments! Thank you for subscribing, if you have already.🙏

[@MENSA.lady2]

I would choose Curacao if only because it has English as an official language. Fortunately travelling between them is easy So check both before you make a decision..

[@PlanFree]

We totally agree, travelling between the islands is a quick flight and it would be worth while to discover both if time allowed! We perhaps might say that one is a great "vacationers" island, one is a great "living" island. But we are all so different and want different things....we LOVED our 6 months on Aruba. Living there full time, year after year might just start to feel a bit small to us. Do you live on one of the islands? Thank you SO much for adding your thoughts here, we love that!

[@lazyislander4605]

Aruba is far mor expensive in my opinion and the taxes are ridiculous for high earners , it does not make any sense to invest in either country as they dont provide any real benefit unless you plan to invest in a hotel or Condo

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for sharing a unique perspective! And thank you for watching and commenting. If you have already pressed the like button and subscribed, we thank you for that too!

[@lorddabian5030]

What kind of investment is worth it in curaçao?

[@lazyislander4605]

@@lorddabian5030 right now nothing the island are in chaos with the shitty way the government is handling the corona virus situation

[@lsdiesel8025]

If an extra $10-15 per day is a stretch for your budget you probably shouldn’t be vacationing in foreign countries

[@PlanFree]

Thank you for the financial advice. All the same, we semi-retired at 35-37 respectively so we will continue with our view points on money. Have fun at work tomorrow!

[@lsdiesel8025]

@@PlanFree 40 & retired but nice try. Have fun being a semi.

[@PlanFree]

Thanks for the well wishes! ...not sure what you mean though.. lol

[@heavenbound9157]

I've lived on Aruba for 5 years, Curaçao for 2 and Bonaire for 1. Love all three but I would choose Aruba any day of the week. The people are friendlier, beaches are more accessible (no matter where you are on the island the beach is never more than 10 minutes away. Curaçao has some great beaches but I would go once every 4-6 weeks when I was living there because getting to the beach is a hassle), their papiamento is easier to follow since they use more spanish words (i'm a native spanish speaker) in comparison with Curaçao and Bonaire who use more Dutch words and speak faster. As a South American I feel like the Aruban culture is very very similar to other South American countries, whereas Curaçao has a more Dutch-influenced culture. I actually disagree with the statement that Aruba is Americanized. I think Aruba does a good job of accomodating visitors no matter where they are from. Of course, if you only stay in the resorts (which are filled with Americans) you will have a very Americanized experience. But if you venture out you will see that Aruba is a very multicultural country and has a lot to offer. One thing that I also love about Aruba is that there seems to be more harmony between the different ethnic groups living on the island. In Curaçao everything seems to be a bit more separated (there are towns that are exclusively Dutch for example). In Aruba everyone lives together in peace and all ethnic groups seem to genuinely get along. There is a very strong community feeling on Aruba and Bonaire. On Curaçao not so much. The bureaucracy in Curaçao is insane. It's much easier to get stuff done in Aruba and Bonaire. My experience has been that it is easier to make friends (and maintain friends) in Aruba than in Curaçao. Curaçao is great if you want to get off the grid. But if you're trying to stay long-term, Aruba would be the better option.

[@PlanFree]

Gosh @Mila Odu! We would say you pretty much hit it on the head with your thorough and wonderfully written comment! If we had to sum up our time living in two of the three countries we would agree with everything you've said so far also. We hope everyone gets to read your comment if they're looking to live or vacation in these countries because you've summed some of the big points up very well. Well done! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this great comment! Hope you clicked the LIKE button on our video and shared it with a few of your friends also! 😉

[@toomessy]

"There is a very strong community feeling on Aruba and Bonaire. On Curaçao not so much" I'm sorry, but as a tourist, how do you get to say which country's community is closer or not? That is such a broad, negative statement that I have to laugh.

[@PlanFree]

Hey @toomessy, you can laugh all you like at @Mila Odu's comment and perspective but we agree with her. Having lived in both countries for 6 full months and getting out and about every single day for hours on end with the people we met there, metting their families, talking with business owners, landlords, bankers, car repair people etc etc etc we got a feel for both places. And that was our impression. It's a generalization for sure. In any country we could probably find pockets where our impression would very, for sure. But as an OVERALL, totally agree with Mila. 😘 Thanks for watching and for comment!

[@saradigota7201]

Exactly this why i would prefer visiting aruba over curacao. People from aruba seem way more laid back,relaxed. And Curacao seems more the Dutch way with the busy way of town life. People seem more bothered.

[@PlanFree]

@saradigota7201 yes, that is exactly the two vibes we picked up, one from each island. We don't say we're experts anywhere in our videos buuut we have lived for six full months on each island.... renting in a local community, meeting our neighbors, shopping with our neighbors, buying/selling cars, Etc. So we do get a vibe and a feeling (more than a typical one or two week vacationer or quick backpacking traveler would gain in a shorter stay) for each island and of course you have to remember that there are many different communities available on each island too. So even though Curacao has a busier and bigget center/ population it's also a really much bigger island with so many small communities spread over much more territory. So, you can find pockets of quaint, calm, and community there also if that's what you're looking for. Overall Aruba had definitely a smaller, more intimate friendly community type vibe in almost all the places we went, in a general sense. You would probably LIKE both but you would LOVE Aruba. ❤ Have you seen our many other videos on both Aruba and Curacao on our channel? W have quite a few.... on Curacao we have a "Best Beaches" video because there are MANY that are incredible (there's about 35 beaches on Curacao!), "Aruba cost of living", videos on different hikes and places to see/do in Aruba (that some people don't hear about), and even an "Aruba Don't Do This" video!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6S7kKx4qLqHbdUsi=BExZsiiU0iRFfGIl Thank you for watching and please click the LIKE button on our videos that really helps our Channel! Ayr & Lori

[@doctordetroit4339]

I've been to all 3 islands as a vacationer. Aruba is #1. It is tourism focused and everything revolves around that, set up for play time. Bonaire is for scuba diving. Quiet. If you don't dive....go to Aruba instead. Curcao is great if you are staying awhile like the hosts here did. But as the video says....it has more than tourism for an economy, which means it is not focused on that plus is has more of an industrial feel, if that makes sense. I enjoyed my visit there. But for me.......Aruba for the win.

[@PlanFree]

Nailed it @doctordetroit4339! Your feedback and assessment of the feel and industries on each of the ABC islands is perfect. It is exactly what we experienced also after having lived on Aruba and Curacao, for 6 months each, as we mentioned in our video. 👍 And we THANK you for the kudos and acknowledgement of our long stay on Curacao and it being able to hold our interest for a longer term stay. We thank you for watching and especially for contributing to our chats here in the comments section! Love that! Are you considering one of these island as a retirement destination we wonder? Ayr & Lori, Plan Free

[@chantelllove9914]

My sister does Aruba and I do Curaçao. Both are lovely.❤️

[@PlanFree]

Yes @Chantell Love ! That was our point in the video. :) We mention that there are many similarities between the two islands. We loved both. But we did notice some main differences. What do you two sisters find are the same and different? Thank you for your comment!

[@chrisrosinda4725]

U got it all wrong, mambo is not a beach people go to just relax at the end of the day. If you wanted to do that, you should have gone after 5. There are many other beaches... #Curaçao

[@PlanFree]

We lived closest to Mambo, so for us it was the most convenient beach. Thank you for watching and commenting! What did you like about the video? If you would like to help promote your islands through this video, press the like button on the video and KZbin will share it with more people!🙏👋 This video is about the differences between Curacao and Aruba. Did you see our Curacao island video? It's only about Curacao. We talk more about the beaches there. Have a watch, let us know what you think. We lived in CURACAO for 6 months kzbin.info/www/bejne/omPEcq1sqsSod7M Thanks for subscribing to our channel.

[@lenizimmerman7725]

You guys did a really good job on expressing your opinions on both islands on a professional level without Having to insult the one or the other. However i am from curacao, and there are plenty of beaches that you could enjoy without having to pay a fee, so that would've been nice if you guys mentioned that. But overall, thanks for your review, and thankyou for visiting our islands, we hope to see you guys soon! ❤🇨🇼

[@PlanFree]

Thank you again @Ieni Zimmerman for your lovely compliment. We do always aim to be honest, professional, real, human and kind. Always! Yes, we mention Mambo beach and the fee because it is one f the DIFFERENCES between Aruba and Curacao. In our other video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3PdZJeDZs-qi7M) we talk about the numerous free and incredible beaches JUST on Curacao. :) Have you seen it? If you like it please click the lick button and share this video and the Curacao Top 5 Beaches video to your personal Facebook page 🙏 That would REALLY help promote Curacao to others! Thank you so much!

[@lenizimmerman7725]

@@PlanFree i understand your point of view, and yes i watched it afterwars! It was great. Thankyou for what you're doing 🌈

[@PlanFree]

@@lenizimmerman7725 SO glad you liked the Curacao Top 5 Beaches video. Feel free to share it to your personal Facebook page, it will help promote the island! All the best to you and we hope to hear from you again in the future!

[@AromieWorship]

Are mosquitoes bad on both islands?

[@PlanFree]

Hi @Aera Evangeline, That's a really good question! Nope not really. Aruba and Curacao are actually two of the more arid (dry) countries that we lived in (you know, for example compared to the lush rainforest areas in Costa Rica, Panama and Caye Caulker in Belize etc) so we found the mosquitoes to not really be an issue except for perhaps dusk or first thing in the morning but even then a little bit of reppellant took care of the few that we saw. Hope that helps? Thanks so much for watching an especially for commenting. 👍☺️ Do you have travel plans to visit one or both of these islands?

[@jeremythode8841]

They ask for payment cause they keep the beaches clean

[@PlanFree]

Yes, perhaps that is part of the reason. We also pitched in and helped clean beaches. It felt like the right thing to do. Thanks for writing! And for subscribing if you did. 👍

[@lorddabian5030]

From Aruba here! Our beaches are also clean and we don’t charge ;)