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shahuk · 1 April 2018, 07:01 AM

Hi All - Heading for a vacation in Aruba soon, wondering if anyone has done business with ADs in Aruba, and if there are any tips, or salespersons in particular that are worth seeking out. Any thoughts/advice appreciated, thank you!

watchmework · 1 April 2018, 07:25 AM

I would try contacting the ADs ahead of time and see what they’ve got. If you’re lucky, maybe they will put something on hold for you with a deposit. Doesn’t hurt to call.

Romeojk · 1 April 2018, 08:14 AM

Search for 'Aruba' and you'll see some good tips.

Rags · 1 April 2018, 09:33 AM

The Hyatt & Marriott both have Rolex AD’s.

Rags · 1 April 2018, 09:36 AM

The Marriott had a nice collection. Gandelman’s is in the Marriott.

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Flintstone · 1 April 2018, 10:43 AM

Gandelman's is the AD in Aruba. As stated by others, they have multiple locations. They have a large stock, so it's a good place to try timepieces on. They are not known, however, for great deals (5-8 percent off MSRP). If you are open to other brands like Bell, Ulysses Nardin (one of my favorites), Harry Winston and Graham, then checkout Times Square Jewelers in the High Rise district between the Holiday Inn and Playa Linda. Ask for Ronnie. Expect at least 20 percent off depending on brand/model.

And -- and this has nothing to do with watches -- respect the sun. Wear and bring lots of sunscreen as it's expensive to purchase down there. And more thing - - Smokey Joe's for ribs (across from the Playa Linda in the High Rise District).

1 April 2018, 07:01 AM	#1
shahuk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 89	Going to Aruba soon - any advice on ADs? Hi All - Heading for a vacation in Aruba soon, wondering if anyone has done business with ADs in Aruba, and if there are any tips, or salespersons in particular that are worth seeking out. Any thoughts/advice appreciated, thank you!

1 April 2018, 09:33 AM	#4
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	The Hyatt & Marriott both have Rolex AD’s. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

1 April 2018, 09:36 AM	#5
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	The Marriott had a nice collection. Gandelman’s is in the Marriott. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

1 April 2018, 07:25 AM	#2
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I would try contacting the ADs ahead of time and see what they’ve got. If you’re lucky, maybe they will put something on hold for you with a deposit. Doesn’t hurt to call.

1 April 2018, 08:14 AM	#3
Romeojk 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Cape Cod Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 1,910	Search for 'Aruba' and you'll see some good tips.

1 April 2018, 10:43 AM	#6
Flintstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: New York Posts: 623	Gandelman's is the AD in Aruba. As stated by others, they have multiple locations. They have a large stock, so it's a good place to try timepieces on. They are not known, however, for great deals (5-8 percent off MSRP). If you are open to other brands like Bell, Ulysses Nardin (one of my favorites), Harry Winston and Graham, then checkout Times Square Jewelers in the High Rise district between the Holiday Inn and Playa Linda. Ask for Ronnie. Expect at least 20 percent off depending on brand/model. And -- and this has nothing to do with watches -- respect the sun. Wear and bring lots of sunscreen as it's expensive to purchase down there. And more thing - - Smokey Joe's for ribs (across from the Playa Linda in the High Rise District).

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