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The first Leatherback Sea Turtle nest of 2013 in Aruba has hatched

Published on: Jun 02, 2013

Category: General

nest 1 La Quinta Driekiel hatchling.jpgA group of 44 leatherback sea turtles hatchlings broke free from their nest and made their way to the sea.

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Owner of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts invited as keynote speaker at the 14th annual Sustainable Tourism Conference

Published on: Jun 01, 2013

Category: General

aruba-22.jpgThe Caribbean Tourism Organization has been organizing the annual Sustainable Tourism Conference for the 14th year. For this year’s conference they asked Ewald Biemans, the owner of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts, to share his best environmental practices.

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This week's Jazz special at LG Smith Steak and Chop House

Published on: May 31, 2013

Category: Restaurants

saxophone.jpgEvery Saturday is Jazz night at LS Smith Steak and Chop House where saxophonist ‘El Prove’ plays relaxing jazz music during your dinner. This week’s dinner special is Certified Angus beef including a glass of wine for only $49.

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Soul Beach Festival 2013 overview

Published on: May 30, 2013

Category: Events

sbeach.jpgOnce again Aruba hosted the annual Soul Beach Music Festival over the Memorial Day. The weekend was filled with performances by comedians Sinbad and Damon Williams, Claudius Phillips, Tamia, D’Angelo, Le Grove, Elle Varner and NE-YO.

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Team Aruba wins first race in the American Drag Race League

Published on: May 30, 2013

Category: General

champion.jpgTeam Aruba dominated the Extreme Pro Stock the entire weekend at the American Drag Race League spring drag races. In the first qualifying pass they posted a time which remained on top for the rest of the weekend. In this interview Trevor Eman gives his vision on the race and the performances of his team.

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Aruba Hi-Winds Event 2013 is approaching fast

Published on: May 29, 2013

Category: Events

Hi-Winds-2011-windsurf-long.jpgAruba’s 27th annual Hi-Winds Windsurfing and Kite Surfing event is coming up soon and promises to be as spectacular as every year. Besides the regular organized kite- and windsurfing events, this year’s organizers also added some new events like a Night Kite Surfing Show and a Mountain Bike event.

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Banana Moon launched 2013 Swimwear Collection

Published on: May 28, 2013

Category: Shopping

Banana_Moon_swimwear_2013_collection1.jpgBanana Moon, a well-known brand of swim and beach wear, manufactured in Monaco, launched their 2013 Swimwear Collection and the recently opened store in the Havenstraat in Aruba features many of the stylish and colorful items. This article is giving a sneak preview of 2013’s collection.

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Topper group had a great dining experience at Aqua Grill

Published on: May 25, 2013

Category: Restaurants

IMG_4835.jpegTopper group was pleased to have chosen at Aqua Grill for their dining out night event and they were not disappointed. Great food, top service and fantastic ambience was what made their night so memorable.

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Bachelorette Jennifer and Incentive group Matrix joined Kukoo Kunuku for an unforgettable evening

Published on: May 24, 2013

Category: Restaurants

Matrix-Group-April-2013.jpgKukoo Kunuku, rated as number 1 nightlife tour on Tripadvisor, offers the great nightlife tours for every occasion. Bachelorette Jennifer from New York joined the Kukoo Kunuku on their Dinner & Bar Hopping tour, while incentive group Matrix signed up for the Kukoo Kunuku pub krawl tour.

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The Blue Lobster Awarded for Best Lobster House in Aruba

Published on: May 23, 2013

Category: Restaurants

AWARD STAFF PICTURE.jpgAfter only one and a half years of being in business The Blue Lobster is proud to receive yet another award for distinction of great service and quality. The Owner of the Restaurant, Mr. Castano is humbled with gratitude towards his staff of professionals at the restaurant and to the clients who did contribute with their comments and recommendations.

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