Phone, Internet, Mail & Electricity in Aruba
Phone Service in Aruba
To call from Canada or the United States, 011 (the international access code), then 297 (Aruba's country code), then 58 (Aruba's area code) then the five digit local number. for example: 011-297-58-XX-XXX. While in Aruba, you need only dial the 5 digit local number.
Calls made both internationally and to local cell phones are very expensive from hotels - over $2.00/min. To avoid this, we recommend ComFi.com. ComFi phone cards provide lowest long distance rates around the globe. With rates from 19¢/min from Aruba, and the calling card is downloaded, this is a great option for calling abroad while traveling.
Internet Access in Aruba
Internet access won't be a problem for you on your trip to Aruba. Major hotels have either a date port, or wireless access in the rooms and/or lobby area.
Also, internet cafes are very common downtown Oranjestad. Its common to see a coffee shop filled with travelers catching up on email and banking while sipping a hot coffee. It is safe to travel with your laptop - everyone does. Just be careful about the heat. Don't leave your computer in a closed car, or in direct sunlight.
Mail Service in Aruba
While the mail service is reliable and not too expensive, you'll most surely find that you get home before your mail does (Remember - you're on an island, in the middle of the Caribbean). Keeping this in mind, its a great idea to send postcards of your favorite locations to friends back home. If you want a little shorter transit time, consider this great service that allows you to use your travel photos to send postcards and greeting cards. You create your card online, uploading your photos and message, and its printed in the closest printing facility (they currently serve Canada, United States, Australia, and more countries are being added all the time).
Electricity in Aruba
Yet another benefit of visiting Aruba, you'll require no additional adapters or transformers for all your electronics when you visit here. The electrical system is the same as Canada and the United States - 110 volts AC - three prong outlets.