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Soul Beach Music Festival Starts Today!

Published on: May 22, 2013

Category: Events

sinbad (2).jpgSoul Beach Music fans are excited as the party has just started today! Soul Beach Music festival during Memorial week has prepared an amazing lineup including the Grammy Award winning artist, Ne-yo, and the man who has initiated it all, Sinbad, who will be here to rock the audience. The 5-days of the SBMF 2013 will be punctuated by daily beach parties and their famous after-concert events. The schedule is included in this article.

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Authentic Aruban Cuisine served up at The Old Cunucu House

Published on: May 22, 2013

Category: Restaurants

Quaint, authentic cunucu house.jpgFor authentic Aruban cuisine The Old Cunucu House has been a favorite for many years. Enjoy an evening of dining and entertainment as the The Old Cunucu Restaurant serves local favorites such as Kehi Yena, Cabrito Stoba and much more.

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The Divi & Tamarijn Aruba all inclusives now at your fingertips

Published on: May 21, 2013

Category: Accommodations

divi-social.jpgThe Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives experienced the most amazing responses from guests and fans from all over the world after only one year using the most popular social media channels.  “Talking to our fans on the channels they are utilizing most and posting relevant, timely and compelling material allows us to actively drive conversation about the properties with the ultimate goal of increasing overall brand visibility.” said Aracely Sansone, Vice President of Marketing for the Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives.

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Wedding celebrations continued onboard the Kukoo Kunuku Bus

Published on: May 20, 2013

Category: General

Bride-Groom.jpgAfter saying "I DO" on Aruba, Laura and Derrick continued there wedding festivities on board the Kukoo Kunuku party Bus. The couple enjoyed dined under the stars in Residencia Sylvia’s garden, and then partied at three night local night clubs of their choice with 43 of there closest friends and family members. For the Boston couple this was one of the best ways to enjoy an evening with family and friends.

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Honoring those that make it happen

Published on: May 18, 2013

Category: Restaurants

IMG_9762.jpgThere is a great deal that goes into the daily runnings of any  restaurant and Amazonia Churrascaria recognizes the persons that makes it happen. Amongst those recognized for there hard work and dedication were hostess Julissa Vrolijk and recently promoted Harrison “Junny” Dirks.

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International swim competitions earns Aruba 8 medals

Published on: May 17, 2013

Category: General

IMG_6835.jpgIn the sport of swimming, Aruba athletes have attained a higher level proficiency. During the international swim competition held in Chile, Aruba team earned a total of 8 medals. For the upcoming CARIFTA championship Aruba's team will be traveling to Jamaica to compete.

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Pirate's Nest closes and a new restaurant opens: Elements Restaurant

Published on: May 16, 2013

Category: Accommodations

ResortOverview.jpgBucuti & Tara Beach Resorts is remodelling their beachfront restaurant by replacing the iconic galleon-shaped structure with a contemporary restaurant with full length windows offering a full view of the beach.

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A growing new hobby: Bird Watching on Aruba

Published on: May 15, 2013

Category: General

1017_20_Bubali-Bird-Sanctuary.jpgAn interesting new passing time enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, with around 236 registered species at the different places on the island like the reefs, beaches, mangroves and more. Visitors to our island can easily access the Bubali Plas Bird Sanctuary—with a bird-watching tower overlooking marsh areas—located adjacent to the Westin Resort & Casino, Aruba in the high-rise hotel area of Palm Beach.

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Beach Tennis Tournament Results

Published on: May 14, 2013

Category: Events

beach-tennis-06.jpgQueen's Day celebration week was big and one of the greatest events that took place during the weekend was The Arubianas 4th ranking tournament. Around 300 participants in all categories, levels and ages played on the prestigious Eagle Beach with a total of 14 courts.

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Learn more about Aruba's Palo di Boonchi

Published on: May 14, 2013

Category: General

Erythrina_velutina.jpgAruba has a large array of plants and flowers. One of them is “Palo di Boonchi’, Aruba’s Bean Plant, known for its beautiful flowers and medical use. In this article you can find out more about this tree.

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