Getting to Aruba is easy. You can take direct flights from major North American cities, or take a cruise with a southern Caribbean itinerary. Once here, you’ll find friendly people, reliable transportation, safe drinking water, right-hand side driving and many of the comforts of home. Read more.he Tesches. When Barb and I visited Aruba for the first time 25 years ago, it was Carnival and the parade went right past our hotel on the first night.