'cost of living and food in aruba' Retirement

cost of living and food in aruba

ARCHIE WYNEN (207.200.116.72) -

I speak the Dutch language and have been to Aruba many years ago.

I like more information on retiring (living quarters) in Aruba, including taxes.

I used to be a Dutch National.

thank you

Reply #1 Phil (74.94.40.57) -

I just talked to my aunt and uncle who stayed in Aruba for a week and couldn't believe how EXPENSIVE it was. Drinks $US 15 to 18 dollars. Never had a dinner for two under $200. Breakfast over $120. They were floored....

Reply #2 Patrick LeGranche (66.247.206.42) -

I have retired in Aruba since March 2008.

One of the reasons I choose Aruba was the relatively low cost of living, at least compared to Europe or the USA.

Houses are much more affordable and food is at a reasonable price. Only alcoohol is much more expansive than in Europe, equivalent to Canadian prices.

I do not understand where Phil's family was staying to pay such incredible prices... probably in one of the 5 stars hotels.

Such information is not relevant for people retiring in Aruba. I could also go and take my breakfast at the Crillon in Paris or Plazza in New York and pay a crazy price, but that's not the subject here.

Bon Bini Na Aruba

Welcome to Aruba

Reply #3 Fritz Kilchhofer (92.106.131.202) -

I am Swiss, my wife Venozolana. I would like to retire in Aruba: With what cost of living shall I expect monthly for my retirement? What about taxes/month or year? I expect to buy a house in Aruba.

How shall I proceed for getting a living permission in Aruba?

Best regards and many thanks

F.Kilchhofer

Reply #4 zack janichek (70.48.197.226) -

I am planing to retire and live on aruba island. What is the procedure for me and my wife to by a land to stay and build our dream ret. home.

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