Occidental day pass...did you like it?

Thinking of buying the day pass at the Occidental. Just want a relaxing day with everything included. Any reviews from people that have already done this?

My wife and I just returned from our cruise yesterday. We did this day pass on January 7th. We had a great time and felt we got good value for our fee. The beach was great, the luncheon was nice, and the pool, bar, restrooms etc were clean. If you want a nice day at the beach on Aruba this is a good all inclusive choice. Happy Cruising!

Was there a place there to rent kayaks and wave runners?

Do they have wifi available at the Occidental.

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What was the cost per person and how do you get there?

What was the cost per person and how do you get there?

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2145343

Occidental Grand Aruba

What You Get for Your Money: Passes, which are $76 for adults and about $38 for children, offer access to all amenities, meals, snack and drinks, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The price does not, however, include use of a room.

 

How to Get There: Occidental Grand Aruba is a 15-minute taxi ride from port.

 

For More Info: Visit Occidental's Web site or call 800-858-2258.

Taxi information http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2100339

We are looking at availing of this too. I think you can get the pass right at the front desk when you get there.

Hello guys,

I will be in Aruba in 2 weeks and my family wanted to do this day pass. We are a little skeptical about buying this day pass online...Do you know how safe these sites are? To put credit card info on?

Also, is there a limit to these passes, if we were to buy them when we got there at the front desk?

Have any of you bought it at hotel?

This was the info we received and what we paid for our visit in March:

The Day pass has a cost of $77.00 for adults and kids under the age of 12 pay half price $38.50. The day pass starts from 9:00a.m. up until 6:00p.m. and Includes food, all drinks and non-motorized watersports.

We did pay for it in advance, which worked out fine, but was odd for me to be sending my credit card info over email. I purposely used a card we don't use often, and then monitored it closely for weird charges. Had no issues.

This was the info we received and what we paid for our visit in March:

 

The Day pass has a cost of $77.00 for adults and kids under the age of 12 pay half price $38.50. The day pass starts from 9:00a.m. up until 6:00p.m. and Includes food, all drinks and non-motorized watersports.

 

We did pay for it in advance, which worked out fine, but was odd for me to be sending my credit card info over email. I purposely used a card we don't use often, and then monitored it closely for weird charges. Had no issues.

What website did you use to purchase the pass online? I found this one: http://www.shoreexcursioneer.com/aruba/occidental-grand-resort-day-pass-all-inclusive.html

Just not sure if it is "official"...

What website did you use to purchase the pass online? I found this one: http://www.shoreexcursioneer.com/aruba/occidental-grand-resort-day-pass-all-inclusive.html

 

Just not sure if it is "official"...

I emailed the hotel directly and corresponded with them via email. They sent me a form to fill out and I provided them with credit card info.

Occidental is being sold. I'm not sure when the transition will take place.Be sure to check with them in advance to be sure that passes will be available.