De Palm Island exists as its own destination, a short ferry ride from the pier and a full step away from the cruise day routine. The island is built around variety: your ticket covers snorkeling on what is considered Aruba's best reef, access to the splash park and body drop water slides, flamingo sightings along the shoreline, banana boat rides, and plenty of room to kick back or join a game of volleyball. The food situation is equally all-in, with a Caribbean buffet running midday and a snack bar open in the afternoon for burgers, chicken tenders, and loaded fries. The open bar is available throughout, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options from mid-morning until early evening. With six hours to enjoy it all, you can spend the day chasing every adventure or simply settling into island time.