Do you tip in Aruba?
USD are fine for tipping or anything else in Aruba. No need to worry about converting to Aruban Florins. The Florin is pegged to the dollar, so there is never any fluctuation in value.
15 to 20% is within norms. The 15-20% is usually just a dollar or 2 at most.
How Much Do You Tip at All-Inclusive Resorts? For a one-week stay at an all-inclusive resort, a couple should budget to spend about $150 US (or the local currency equivalent) total in tips. This means that you should bring about $20 in small bills with you to spend on tips throughout the day.
In Aruba it's not mandatory to tip, but it's your choice if you do so. However, some restaurants and bars add service charge to your bill. Usually, this adds up to about 10 to 15 percent on food and beverages. If you really like the service, you can still tip, of course!
Tipping in Aruba is not mandatory. If you feel like leaving a tip, the amount is entirely up to you. Some restaurants and bars add a service charge to the bill of 10 to 15%. Check your receipt to find out if that's the case at the restaurant where you are eating at that moment.
Cohorst says $2 to $5 per day should suffice for housekeeping. Now that all the additional work has to be done, it's only fair to tip at least $5 per day. If you think you could lend a hand, add an additional $5.
Advice on Spending Money ( 1 2)
When we stay all inclusive we bring about $250 for mainly tips, in singles and five's. Off property dinners, excursions and activities we pay by credit card. Paying off the balance when we return home.
At Hotels and All-Inclusive Resorts
Leave the same amount—20 to 50 pesos (about US$1–$2)—each day in your room for the housekeeping staff.
Overall, most experts and guides recommend $150 to $200 for tips on a 1-week stay. That equals about $20 to $25 per day for all staff members you encounter. Only a few dollars per staff member will go a long way, especially if they provide a relatively small service.
It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.
Is it better to use cash or card in Aruba?
Arm Yourself with Small Bills -- Bring a bundle of small bills (if your currency is American dollars) to make for easy tipping and small purchases. There's no need to bring large sums of cash, unless you're planning to make big purchases and prefer not to use a credit card.
Aruba's currency is the florin, but the US dollar is also widely accepted. Banks also exchange other foreign currency such as Euros. Traveler's checks are widely accepted and there is normally no charge for using them in hotels, restaurants and stores.
Generally speaking, USD is preferred, so just bring a stack of ones with you for meals, drinks, and housekeeping. I find that bringing $100-$200 for a week is usually plenty.
A general rule of thumb followed by many is to leave 15 percent for average service, 20 percent for great service, and more than 20 percent for service that truly made the meal memorable.
- Don't Venture Out Of The Resort Alone. ...
- Avoid Eating The Soup. ...
- Don't Do The Same Activities Everyday. ...
- Don't Drink The Complimentary 'Welcome' Juice Offered At The Lobby. ...
- Avoid The Crowds. ...
- Don't Eat At The Buffet The Entire Time.
All fares must be paid in either the local currency of Aruban Florin or in USD. However, if you're travelling on Sundays, during major holidays or at night (between the hours of 23:00 to 07:00), there will be a surcharge of $3.00 (€2.70) added to your fixed fare. You can see a full list of Aruba taxi rates here.
The US dollar is accepted everywhere, including taxi cabs. Taxis accept cash, but do NOT accept credit cards.
Aruba doesn't have Uber or Lyft, so we took a taxi ($31 USD; florin is the currency of Aruba but the U.S. dollar is widely accepted, no need to exchange your money). Taxis in Aruba are government regulated and fares are based on destination, not distance, which prevents price-jacking.
The 15% service charge added to your bill is a gratuity divided among service and kitchen staff according to a point system and is part of their salary. However please feel free to tip where individual service has been excellent.
