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Aruba to welcome Mrs. Universe 2013 candidates

Published on: Aug 08, 2013

Category: Events

South Africa, BangladeshThe Westin Aruba Resort will be to venue for this year's Mrs. Universe pageant this Sunday August 11, 2013. The intriguing group of accomplished women, all married,  while often juggling demanding careers,  motherhood, and community service, are most definitely not the typical "Barbie Doll" image of the average beauty pageant, which is the principal philosophy of the event.

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Win great prizes while helping to make the new Aruban Donkey Sanctuary a reality!

Published on: Aug 07, 2013

Category: General

Setar-Donkey's.jpgA win-win scenario where showing your support for Aruba's new Donkey Sanctuary can have you win one of the fabulous prizes being offered. The Donkeys are in dire need of more spacious diggs, since the Santa Lucia location has been seriously outgrown. The fundraising event will start on August 1 and end aptly on Animal day, October 4, 2013.

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Aruba announces Electric Festival Lineup

Published on: Aug 06, 2013

Category: Events

electric-festival.pngAruba will be hosting an Electric Festival this fall from Sept 6-8, 2013 and the lineup includes world-renowned techno DJ's such as Nero, Nicole Moudaber, Chuckie ft. Boris and Mastiksoul, Slash and Harwell.

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Aruban swimmers put Aruba on the map in Florida

Published on: Aug 05, 2013

Category: General

swim3.jpgAruba has many talented athletes, including Jordy and Patrick Groters who made a name for themselves last weekend in Ft. Lauderdale during the the 2013 International Classic Invitational obtaining silver and gold medals. Up next is the 2013 Central American and Caribbean Championship in San Jose Costa Rica where they will form part of the national selection of Aruba.

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First SUP Yoga retreat hosted by Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa

Published on: Aug 04, 2013

Category: Accommodations

First SUP Yoga retreat hosted by Manchebo Beach Resort & SpaManchebo Beach Resort & Spa will be the host of Aruba's first Stand Up Paddle Yoga retreat this coming November. SUP Yoga is a unique combination of traditional yoga postures while floating on water. Giving chance for new relaxing experience and build extra core strength.

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Aruba sweeps first place in all divisions of the International Miniature Boat Races

Published on: Aug 03, 2013

Category: General

top three winners in 40 inch class.jpgOver seventy-five entrants participated in the International Miniature boat races on July 28, 2013 in Aruba. Participants also included enthusiasts from Curacao, St. Maarten and Bonaire. The races were held at the Governor's Beach in Oranjestad where these miniature vessels competed strictly on sail power using only fishing line for control.

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Aruba will host Mrs. Universe 2013

Published on: Aug 02, 2013

Category: Events

mrs.univwithisaura gies.jpgAruba has been chosen as the venue for the Mrs. Universe 2013 pageant where 40 contestants will be competing for the title. Mrs. Miranne Geerman will be representing Aruba at this event that will take place at the Westin Resort and Casino on August 11, 2013.

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After a tough battle, Curacao Jr. League wins Latin Championship baseball in Aruba

Published on: Aug 01, 2013

Category: General

2013 Latin champions with Aruba's minister of sports 2.jpgCuracao Junior League baseball team wins Latin Championships after a nail biting final in Aruba. The Nadi Croes/Crismo Angela Ball Park in Santa Cruz was the venue for this final where Curacao faced off against Aruba's reigning team.

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Boardwalk proposes lovely romantic packages

Published on: Jul 31, 2013

Category: Accommodations

25_001.jpgStarting August, The Boardwalk will introduce special romance and honeymoon packages to their growing list of promotions. Boardwalk Hotel which was recently nominated as one of 10 Best Small Hotels of 2013, has opened up possibilities for romantic couples to enjoy some peaceful and private time together.

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Have a taste of Aruban culture tonight

Published on: Jul 30, 2013

Category: Events

bon-bini.jpgThe best folkloric show on the island is on tonight taking place at the Historic Museum in Oranjestad, the famous Willem III Tower. Do you know what a Tingilingi Box is and what does it do to Aruban culture? Also at the festival you can have a taste of local delicacies and get a glimpse at Aruba's traditional entertainment.

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