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Yves Rocher now in Aruba - natural cosmetics for greener beauty

Published on: Feb 25, 2012

Category: General

Hailing from La Gacilly in Brittany, cosmetic pioneer Yves Rocher started his business selling a natural anti-bleeding ointment via mail order. Since then, natural cosmetic products have been a mainstay of the company's offerings, available in more than eighty countries and now also in Aruba through their store at the Renaissance Mall.

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Grammy award winner R.Kelly will headline the 2012 Aruba Soul Beach Music Festival

Published on: Feb 24, 2012

Category: General

The festival which skipped a beat in 2011 is back with a vengeance and will feature the best of R&B and comedy talent for the Memorial Day weekend event.

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And the winners of our Carnival Campaign are...

Published on: Feb 24, 2012

Category: Carnival

VisitAruba is proud to announce the winners of our Carnival Campaign. Participants in the Carnival Campaign had to test their knowledge in our Carnival Trivia quiz or submit their favorite Carnival song to our Music Contest.

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Carnival 58 is over, but not without a grand parade finale!

Published on: Feb 23, 2012

Category: General

Over 5000 participants in 15 groups took to the streets on a beautiful day for the final Grand Parade in Oranjestad. OPC group were the Roadpiece Champions, followed by TOB. Champagne's 'Taste of Russia' won Best Float. Los Laga Bai once again won the "most animated group".

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Children's Grand Parade in Oranjestad is a big success

Published on: Feb 22, 2012

Category: Carnival

Once again the Children's Grand Parade highlighted the creativity and dedication of the participating carnival groups and gave the young ones the opportunity to dress up and have a great time with their friends and family.

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Westin Brand Champions honored on Valentine's Day!

Published on: Feb 21, 2012

Category: Accommodations

The Westin philosophy strives "to create an unforgettable experience for every guest". Westin recently held an awards ceremony to recognize staff members who go the extra mile in achieving this philosophy. Congratulations to all!

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Shoco Market Cafe' now with a variety of high-quality food and beverage fare

Published on: Feb 21, 2012

Category: Accommodations

The Shoco Market Cafe at the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino has undergone a major transformation from a coffee and ice-cream shop to a full service market including made-to-order sandwiches, pizzas and additional lunch offerings.

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Aruba has a new Carnival Queen!

Published on: Feb 21, 2012

Category: Carnival

Lynette Do Nascimento of Champagne Carnival Group was recently crowned Aruba’s 58th Queen. Originating as a competition among the various social clubs in Aruba, Aruba's Carnival Queen election has evolved into an elaborate pageant of grand proportions. 

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Chef Thomas Boland spreads his wings at the Ostrich farm

Published on: Feb 18, 2012

Category: Restaurants

If Thomas' last name rings a bell, its with good reason. His dad is celebrated chef Matt Boland of Sunset Grille fame and more recently as Executive Chef at the Westin Aruba. But enough about Matt, son Thomas is really making things fly at the ostrich farm, coming up with different takes on several dishes such as the traditional Dutch pea soup, served in a cactus bowl. There's a lot more to the ostrich farm than the ostriches, read on.

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Marriott Queen crowned for Carnival!

Published on: Feb 17, 2012

Category: Accommodations

Embracing the spirit of Carnival, Marriott Aruba has just hosted their very own Carnival queen election. Ten participants from across the three different Aruba Marriott properties were judged on their 10 minute performance and a speech. Congratulations to "At your service" Queen Geraldine Geerman!

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