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Prins and Panchos took over command from Aruba's Prime Minister

Published on: Jan 31, 2013

Category: Carnival

Turning over the new laws.jpgThe customary transfer of command took place just weeks from the big parade. The Prime Minister handed over the keys so the new rulers for this Carnival season can lead the coming parades. The Prins and Panchos are usually at the front of each parade escorting their royal Carnival Queens.

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Aruba has a new Tumba King: Jeffrey Kelly

Published on: Jan 30, 2013

Category: Carnival

Tumba King Jeffrey KellyThe judges had a tough time selecting a winner again this year, deciding which of the contestants is the best. Aruba’s 43rd Tumba contest had 16 performers competing for the crown and each contestant gave the public a superb presentation. It will be well worth to have these songs in your collection.

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Taste of Belgium Restaurant with a special menu for Valentine's Day

Published on: Jan 28, 2013

Category: Restaurants Specials

img_113.jpgAfter the Carnival celebration arrives a special occasion dedicated to the victims of Cupid’s arrow. Taste of Belgium has created with these fortunate souls in mind the most romantic combination of food and drink menu at an amazing price.

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Maggy's Aruba donates Awg. 1300 to Mary Joan Breast Cancer Foundation

Published on: Jan 24, 2013

Category: Shopping

DSC00934.JPGOnce again Maggy’s Aruba supported Mary Joan Breast Cancer Foundation during last year's Breast Cancer awareness month. Maggy’s specializes in the retail of duty free perfume and cosmetics and is known for their quality, personalized customer service and the latest in brand name beauty products. During the month of October Maggy’s teamed up with some well-known brands to collect funds for the Mary Joan Breast Cancer Foundation. Last Wednesday Maggy's invited the members of the Foundation to hand over their donation.

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2013 Children's Tumberito Competition

Published on: Jan 23, 2013

Category: Carnival

1....images.stories.news.2013.Januari.18.tumberito.IMG_3924.jpgThe 5th annal children Tumba festival took Place last Friday at the Entertainment center. Tumba is part of the carnival events that takes place weeks before the Grand parades and the music genre is know to the ABC Islands. This years competition was very tough and the judges choices were made by crowing Lyaila Stamper and Franksjien Vos as the Queens of Tumba.

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L.G. Smith Steak & Chop House debut's their special BBQ menu tonight

Published on: Jan 22, 2013

Category: Restaurants Specials

Celebrity Chef Scott Neuman and Ren Exec Chef Jose Dominguez.jpgL.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House offers mouth-watering American steak and for a limited time only you can enjoy their spectacular choice of barbecue, and Certified Black Angus Beef served up by Chef Scott Neuman of the famed ¡OBA! Restaurant of Portland, Oregon. L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House continues to bring in renowned chef's from around the world to create specials to add to their already distinguished menu.

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Winners of the 2013 Aruba's Caiso & Soca Monarch competition

Published on: Jan 21, 2013

Category: Carnival

winner-caiso.jpg2013 Aruba's Caiso & Soca Monarch finals took place this Saturday in San Nicholas at the Joe Laveist Ballpark. This years competition  conducted by the Musica Foundation, featured young talents who came out to prove themselves as the next upcoming generation in the Caiso & Soca arena. 26 singers took to the stage to battle for the title of King of Caiso and Soca.

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San Nicolas Balloon Parade

Published on: Jan 20, 2013

Category: Carnival

balloon.jpgLast Sunday visitors and locals took to the streets for the Aruba’s Children’s & Youth Balloon Parade. The Balloon parade is the first parade that marks the opening of the Children's carnival, a fun event enjoyed by the whole family. The day was packed with miniature dancing masqueraders as they paraded the streets to live music showing off their costumes and road pieces adorned with balloons for the crowds.

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Flip Flop Carnival Beach Party

Published on: Jan 18, 2013

Category: Carnival

Bikini time at the new Chill party.jpgSunday November 20th marks the third annual Flip Flop beach party, which is known to be one of the most unique and fun carnival events of the season. This years event will take place at the Surfside Marina, with live entertainment by International sensation Cris Cab along with Aruba's best local live bands. In conjunction with the local performers Aruba's DJ Big Rig and DJ Nutzbeatz will keep the Carnival fever going until midnight.

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Aruba Water Glass Souvenirs Now at Le Bistro

Published on: Jan 18, 2013

Category: Restaurants

100_0298.JPGNow on sale, Aruba Le Bistro souvenirs glasses. The Le Bistro water glass is a fantastic souvenir as a keepsake of your Aruba visit and dining experience at the Mediterranean restaurant. The glasses are available in white and Mediterranean Blue which is prevalent at Le Bistro restaurant. Order your very own Le Bistro Glass and always have your Aruba memories in mind.

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