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Aruba's Coast Guard enjoys a day at De Palm Island

Published on: Oct 27, 2009

Category: General DSC01406.JPGAruba’s Coast Guard spent this past Saturday at De Palm Island with their families, and take it from the nautical professionals that know Aruba’s waters the best—De Palm Island is one of Aruba’s best spots to enjoy a day of fun in the sun and in the water.

Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives Offer Double The Value To Guests With The Convenience Of Two Resorts In One

Published on: Oct 21, 2009

Category: General Travelers seeking an effortless vacation with the convenience of all they could need in just one location need to look no further than the Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives. With the ease and comfort of all the services, facilities and amenities of two adjacent beachfront properties, guests of either resort have an assortment of dining options, activities, services and amenities to choose from that are never more than a stretch of sandy beach away.

Brooke and Michael celebrate at Aqua Grill

Published on: Oct 21, 2009

Category: Restaurants Brooke and Michael celebrate at Aqua GrillLast Thursday evening, love birds Brooke Simpson and Michael Beck chose Aqua Grill as the location for their wedding rehearsal dinner. The couple is here with a group of some 50 family and friends that traveled to the island to enjoy several days of wedding festivities and some fun in the sun.

Marriott Organizes Pink Walk & Fashion Show On October 22nd All Proceeds Will Go To The Mary Joan Breast Cancer Foundation

Published on: Oct 19, 2009

Category: General

Internationally the month of October stands for the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). Therefore on October 22nd the Aruba Marriott organizes a “pink walk” in cooperation with other hotels in Aruba followed by a spectacular fashion show in Marriott’s hotel lobby. The initiative to organize a Pink Ribbon event came from the Recreation department of the Marriott Aruba Vacation Club.  “We want to create awareness about breast cancer for our local community and guests and raise funds to support the Mary Joan Breast Cancer Foundation” says, Shuraima Henriquez, Ocean Club & Surf Club Recreation Manager.

Modern Bride Magazine Names Aruba One Of The Top 50 Honeymoon Destinations In The World

Published on: Oct 16, 2009

Category: General

Bucuti Beach Resort among best places to stay 

Modern Bride magazine recently named Aruba one of the top 50 honeymoon destinations in the world and highlighted Bucuti Beach Resort among the best places to stay.  Aruba was selected for its upscale atmosphere, romantic and secluded beaches, fine dining and wide variety of activities, including shopping, casinos and outdoor excursions. This annual list of the hottest, most romantic spots is compiled by a panel of Virtuoso elite travel specialists.

Free Drinks for Cuba's Cookin' 10th Anniversary Month

Published on: Oct 16, 2009

Category: Restaurants Cuba's Cookin'It’s been 10 years since Cuba’s Cookin’ has opened its doors here in Aruba. And since that time I have returned to the “big island” a host of times to keep up with family & friends as well as seek out new paintings and photographs for the restaurant walls now containing over 250 pieces of art.

Surf into Luxury at Aruba Marriott's Tradewinds Club Receive discounts on luxury accommodations and ride the waves for free

Published on: Oct 15, 2009

Category: General The Aruba Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino is offering guests a 30% discount on Tradewinds Club leisure rates plus complimentary windsurfing or kiteboarding lessons with the “Surf Into Luxury” package. Available from October 12, 2009 – December 23, 2010, the package combines the exclusive amenities of the Tradewinds Club with the perfect offshore winds, catering to those looking for an adventurous, yet luxurious vacation.

Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives Are The Ideal Escape For Beach-Lovers

Published on: Oct 15, 2009

Category: General Anyone whose idea of a perfect vacation involves abundant sunshine and sandy beaches will find their idea of paradise at the beachfront Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives. With over a mile of powder-soft sand stretching along Druif Beach between both resorts, Divi & Tamarijn Aruba offers plenty of beach for any type of activity a guest might choose. From simply soaking up the sun to swimming or playing beach volleyball, there are many other options available at these two adjacent resorts.

Who's The Big Winner At The Stellaris Casino? Multiple Local Bingo & Jackpot Winners

Published on: Oct 14, 2009

Category: General Stellaris Pimp my ride promotion car give away.jpgAfter visiting Marriott’s Stellaris Casino, guests went home happy and embraced Aruba’s largest casino “Who is the Big Winner?”-motto once more, as loyal local bingo players won great door prizes during the “Bingo Hot Shot” promotion.

Fire Brigade, Setar And Marriott Start Unique Safety Pilot Iprotect Software To Help Fire Fighters Get To Calamities Faster

Published on: Oct 07, 2009

Category: General screen shot of alarm map displayOctober 1st will mark a special day in Aruba, as for the first time in the island’s history a unique pilot will start to better the work of fire fighters. Local partners Setar, a telecommunications specialist, all 3 Aruba Marriott properties and the fire brigade joined forces in this pilot, using a new software system called iProtect. With iProtect the Aruba Fire Brigade will be immediately notified in case of a fire or any other major calamity at the monitored location - in this pilot the Aruba Marriott properties.