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Originally Posted by LuLu
Passport to Paradise at De Palm Island
Ships Excursion - 4 1/2 Hours (Sometimes, longer excursions are offered ... but this was the only one by our ship this time....)
Lot's of very good improvements have been made to De Palm Island in the past few years! The old shallow beach has been replaced with the Blue Parrotfish Waterpark. Additional decks have been added with shtirs (real steps ... not ladders) into the water for snorkelers/swimmers ... as well as a large covered deck over ther water where the breakfast and lunch buffets are served. A new beach area with a lovely view has been added.
The Blue Parrotfish are my favorites and they're so easy to see. Just step down a snorkel deck (anyone who can walk into a swimming pool can do this with no problem) ...and THERE THEY ARE along with other colorful fish! I don't bother to use snorkel gear -- just a swim mask. Honestly, they can be seen without even getting into the water.
Lots of chairs are everyplace ... not a problem ... and there are NO pesky vendors.
The TOTAL use of the facilities, unlimited alcoholic beverages, snorkel equipment, etc. are INCLUDED in the cost.
We always have a great time there and will go back the next time we're in Aruba. 
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O.K., so unlimited alcoholic beverages, Aruba, and snorkeling. Sounds just about perfect. Great update, Lulu. |