What to Do with Leftover Aruban Florins (AWG)

Aruba uses the Aruban florin (AWG), pegged at 1.79 AWG = 1 USD. US dollars are universally accepted. If you have leftover florins:

1. Exchange Back to Your Currency

• Airport exchange counters (Queen Beatrix Int'l)
• Banks (Aruba Bank, RBC, CIBC Caribbean)
• Some hotels/resorts (less favorable rates)

2. Save for Your Next Trip

Florins don't expire. If you return, you'll avoid exchange fees.

3. Donate

• Local charities: Fundacion Pa Nos Muchanan, Animal Rights Aruba, Red Cross Aruba
• Airport donation boxes (often for UNICEF, local causes)

4. Spend on Souvenirs/Gifts

Local markets (San Nicolas, Oranjestad), duty-free, artisan shops.

5. Keep as Collectible

Colorful banknotes (2019 series: 10, 25, 50, 100, 200 AWG) feature Aruban wildlife/landmarks—distinctive souvenirs.

6. Use for Tips

Service staff appreciate florins (avoids their exchange hassle).

Note: Coins (5, 10, 25, 50 cents, 1, 5 florin) are harder to exchange abroad—spend or donate them.