I have been to Aruba for vacation before, and we stayed at the then Sonesta hotel which has its own private island. It is now the Renaissance. It was a lot of fun with 2 separate beaches/swimming areas (1 family 1 adult/topless) plus non-motorized equipment and a small restaurant. They have a day pass for $50 which includes lunch, transportation from the hotel (very close to the pier), tennis court access, and equipment. The island is open from 7 am to 7 pm, and the shuttle runs every 15-20 minutes from inside the hotel lobby.
Contact:
Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino
L G Smith Boulevard 82
Oranjestad, Aruba
Phone: 297 5-836000
Fax: 297 5-825317
International Toll-Free: 1-800-468-3571
Sales: 297 5-836000
I'll be there 3/10/04!! Have fun!