The Aruba Promise: How to Be a Mindful and Responsible Visitor

In Aruba, you’re more than a tourist — you’re a guest. And as our guest, we ask you to treat this beautiful island with kindness, mindfulness, and respect. That’s the spirit behind the Aruba Promise — a simple but powerful commitment to protect the natural beauty, wildlife, and local culture of our One Happy Island.

🤝 What is the Aruba Promise?

By taking the Aruba Promise, you agree to:

Consider your footprint on the island
Embrace a slower, more mindful pace
Be a respectful, responsible guest
Travel in a way that preserves Aruba for generations to come

✅ How to Be a Good Guest on Aruba

Here are 8 easy ways to fulfill your Aruba Promise:

Admire wildlife from a distance – Don’t touch, feed, or disturb donkeys, sea turtles, coral reefs, or our iconic Fofoti trees.
Support local businesses – Eat at family-owned restaurants and shop at locally made markets to experience real Aruban culture.
Use reef-safe sunscreen – Choose mineral-based formulas with titanium dioxide or zinc oxide. Buy it locally if needed.
Carry a reusable water bottle – Aruba’s tap water is clean, safe, and delicious — we call it Paradise on Tap.
Drive responsibly – Stay off beaches and tread lightly on trails to protect delicate ecosystems.
Avoid single-use plastics – Aruba has banned plastic bags, straws, and confetti. Bring your own reusables.
Take your trash with you – Don’t litter. Keep Aruba clean for others and future generations.
Conserve resources – Ask your hotel to limit linen changes, use A/C mindfully, and switch off electronics when not in use.

🌍 Why the Aruba Promise Matters

Even small actions can leave a lasting impact. Touching coral, feeding wildlife, or leaving litter can damage Aruba’s fragile environment. By adopting the Aruba Promise, you help protect our ecosystems, support local communities, and keep Aruba a happy, healthy island for years to come.