Thought for Today: ”History is a better guide than good intentions.” – Jeane J. Kirkpatrick, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations (1926-2006). Today’s Highlight in History: On May 15, 1972, Alabama Gov. George C. Wallace was shot and left paralyzed by Arthur H. Bremer while campaigning in Laurel, Maryland, for the Democratic presidential nomination. (Bremer served 35 [...]...
Recently, Darline S. de Cuba honored some loyal guests a Distinguished Visitors of Aruba. The symbolic honorary title is presented in the name of the Minister of Tourism as a token of appreciation to guests who visit Aruba between 10 and 20 consecutive years. The honorees are Mr. A. Korpel and Mrs. J. v/d Krans resident [...]...
Thought for Today: “The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.” – Dorothy Parker, American author, humorist, poet (1893-1967). Today’s Highlight in History: On May 14, 1948, by the current-era calendar, the independent state of Israel was proclaimed in Tel Aviv. On this date: In 1643, Louis XIV became King [...]...
Noord – Over lunch at Sweet Peppers, members of management at Caribbean Palm Village Resort thanked Isel Kock for her excellent contributions to the resort over the past ten years. Isel started in the maintenance fee department in charge of collections and accounts receivables. She had a solid accounting background before joining the company having [...]...
Volunteering is wonderful: you donate a bit of your time and receive a big smile that will go straight to your heart. Helping others who need a bit of care, attention or love will brighten your day. With that in mind, we would like to publish the request of the homes for the elderly of [...]...
ARUBA – On Thursday May 8 2014 ‘Club Kibrahacha 60 ’ (Foundation for the Elderly) once again celebrated their annual Mother’s Day Brunch at Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa. In a beautiful setting in the beach Pavilion of Manchebo, both elderly- and middle aged folks enjoyed a brunch put together by Chef Ever de Pena [...]...
VALDOSTA, Ga. May 13, 2014: With no truck or trailer to transport the Aruba.com Jerry Haas Mustang from it’s shop in Union, S.C. to the PDRA Georgia Drags, Team Aruba could have easily been sidelined as they awaited the arrival of their new hauler. However, thanks to the generosity of their chassis builder Jerry Haas, [...]...
Recently a press release was published regarding the maximum amount of stay in Aruba. This information was not well understood in the timeshare industry and among other visitors with property on island. By means of this press release, the Ministry of Urban Development, Infrastructure and Integration together with the Ministry of Tourism, Transportation, Primary Sector [...]...
Thought For Today: A mother never realizes that her children are no longer children – Holbrook Jackson, British critic and historian (1874-1948). Highlights in history on this date: 1536 – Sir Francis Weston, Mark Smeaton and other alleged paramours of England’s Queen Anne Boleyn go on trial for treason. 1888 – Britain establishes protectorate [...]...
VALDOSTA, Ga. May 9, 2014: This weekend the Professional Drag Racers Association contests their second event, the Inaugural Georgia Drags. The PDRA’s kickoff event was a wild success, and racers, fans and sponsors are looking forward to another weekend of incredible racing. Team Aruba is especially excited about joining the PDRA since Aruba is the [...]...
This past Friday, launching, sampling and selling of DUSHI AWA took place at Ling and Sons Iga Super Center. DUSHI AWA” is a bottled water produced by ACQUAVERA Bottling Company. A local owned company and a family business established in 2009 by Leon’s family. “DUSHI AWA” is processed and purified through a system designed by [...]...
We’re going to Italy that is to say that on Friday, May 16, a fantastic wine tasting event takes place at Taste of Belgium Restaurant, during which knowledge, eating and drinking will be playing starring roles. Knowledge because guests will learn what makes an Italian wine so special and what the differences is between wines [...]...
PRINCE ROYCE. He’s coming on October 3rd, so dust your dance shoes off. The American heartthrob will be performing at the Renaissance Marketplace arena for the 8th Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival. Erik Jan Eman reports that the Bachata star, here for a single concert, is on tour in Aruba & Curacao. The arena in town [...]...
Last week Margret Flores, helped with a grant from Aruba Scholarship Foundation graduated SUMMA CUM LAUDE from University of South Florida with an almost perfect GPA of 3.94. After graduating from Valencia Community College in 2012 where she studied Nursing, Margret entered USF and changed her major to Psychology. Margret was born in the Pillippines [...]...
Thought For Today: Nothing recedes like success – Walter Winchell, American columnist and broadcaster (1897-1972). Highlights in history on this date: 1796 – France’s Napoleon Bonaparte defeats Austrians at Lodi in Italy campaign. 1857 – Indian soldiers in British army, called sepoys, revolt at Meerut near Delhi, starting Indian Mutiny. 1869 – A golden [...]...
The foundation to creating your reality is knowing clearly what you want. Without a clear direction, you cannot define your actions toward a goal. In action without purpose, you end up squandering your time and energy. If you are not perfectly clear on what you want out of life, become so. Otherwise, you will allow [...]...
A call from Director Diana of Club Kibrahacha 60 for a transfer to the Carubbian Festival in San Nicholas turned into a fun filled evening for all the volunteers. KukooKunuku was honored to offer their services for the evening. Club Kibrahacha 60 is a social and activities center for islanders 60 years and older. The [...]...
Dutch/Aruban singer, songwriter, producer and phenomenal performer Pete Philly will be coming to Aruba to teach Art Rules Music and Performance. Presented by RBC Royal Bank, Art Rules Aruba, which kicks of on July 5th, has become the biggest summer program offering kids the opportunity to take part in 2 weeks intensive workshops with the [...]...
Palm Beach – Mothers are the best! Yes,It’s that time of the year again! That time we show extra appreciation for our hardworking mothers. This Sunday is Mother’s Day, and Bugaloe Beach Bar & Grill, located at the Palm Pier between Radisson and Riu Hotel wants to show your mom how much we care! Arrive [...]...
ARUBA – Charming Amuse Bistro at the Playa Linda Beach Resort wishes to welcome lots of mothers on upcoming Mother’s Day. We Have a specail treat “Traditional Dutch Dinner” Asparagus Soup and as Dinner Asparagus with butter and egg or Hollandaise sauce, Farmers Ham and Spring Potatos. Sunday, May 12 there will be live music [...]...