Oranjestad - McDonald’s Aruba announced the launch of its new McFlurry Twix. This dessert is a crunchy, luscious, sweet delight made of creamy vanilla ice cream topped with Twix cookie bars made with caramel and milk chocolate. “As part of our commitment to menu innovation, and because we love surprising our consumers with new flavors, we [...]...
Recently the Aruba Tourism Authority had the great pleasure of honoring a group of loyal and friendly Visitor of Aruba, at the Costa Linda Beach Resort, as Ambassadors of Goodwill. The symbolic honorary title is presented in the name of the Minister of Tourism as a token of appreciation to guests who visit Aruba for [...]...
Palm Beach – The sweet sensation of reaching their sales goal every month was matched by the thrill of sailing the blue waters surrounding the island. A special celebration acknowledging the amazing feat of reaching their sales goal month after month took place on board Tranquilo Yacht during a private sail, with captain Anthony Hagedoorn [...]...
Palm Beach – Romar Trading had the honor of presenting one of Chile’s top chefs, Ruth Van Waerbeek, who is Concha Y Toro Winery’s Executive Chef, to local food and wine lovers as the celebrity chef stopped in Aruba on her world travels to promote the winery’s stellar collection of wines. The elegant group of [...]...
Thought for Today: “The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority.” – Ralph W. Sockman, American clergyman (1889-1970). Today’s Highlight in History: On May 5, 1862, Mexican troops defeated French occupying forces in the Battle of Puebla. (The Cinco de Mayo [...]...
Oranjestad – Calloway Corporation, providing quality airline catering service at Reina Beatrix Airport in Aruba was successfully managed by Deborah St Laurent for the past 33 years. The company was recently taken over by the Goddard Catering Group and the decision to retire from that business prompted both the Cohen Group, the original owners, and the [...]...
GIVE THE MONARCHS A HAND. I was recently given a Milk Weed plant by Tony & Lori of the Butterfly Farm. Tropical milkweed, Asclepias curassavica, is one of the Monarch’s most favorite plants in the garden, perfect for egg-laying. And we as the Monarch’s planet-partners have to give the butterfly a hand, as far as [...]...
The National Polesitting Championships 2014 will be great: not only because four polesitters have already committed themselves to four days and four nights of sitting on a wooden pole, but also because of the many VIP polesitters who will help raise money for this year’s charity, the Bon Nochi, Drumi Bon foundation. Starting on May [...]...
Ask Real Estate expert Miriam Engeln anything about properties in ARUBA, such as how to invest in real estate, how to maximize occupancy in vacation properties, rental income tips, constructing a house, home exchange, house flipping, retire-/ moving to ARUBA and so on. This week’s questions and answers: Tenzin Gyaltsen; But you can only stay [...]...
PARADERA – Last week the winners of the 2014 Zoover Awards were announced in the Netherlands. Zoover, the largest independent review site of the Benelux named Aruba ‘Best Vacation Destination outside the European Union’. The 2014 Zoover Award winner for ‘Best Apartments in Aruba’ is Paradera Park. It is the first time Paradera Park and [...]...
Papillion Restaurant in The Village, opposite the Radisson Resort, is the place for a special evening. With French Caribbean flair added to our Belgian cuisine. The theme of our restaurant offers a wonderful, very relaxed ambiance that all our guests enjoy. With its attentive staff taking care of every wish and a palatable menu, Papillion [...]...
Thought for Today: “A man can become so accustomed to the thought of his own faults that he will begin to cherish them as charming little ‘personal characteristics.’” – Helen Rowland, American writer, journalist and humorist (1876-1950). Today’s Highlight in History: On May 3, 1944, U.S. wartime rationing of most grades of meats ended (however, [...]...
Doubt is a natural part of effort. When you feel Doubt, it is helpful to examine it, thank it and release it. When you welcome your doubt and use it appropriately, it will become a powerful and unique tool at your disposal. If you don’t use your own Doubt to your advantage, it will ultimately [...]...
Thought for Today: “Like ships, men founder time and again.” – Henry Miller, American novelist (1891-1980). Today’s Highlight in History: On May 2, 1908, the original version of “Take Me Out to the Ball Game,” with music by Albert Von Tilzer and lyrics by Jack Norworth, was published by Von Tilzer’s York Music Co. On this [...]...
As Humans, We are continually subject to forces that distort us for their own benefit. Every moment of every day, we must remain vigilant that our decisions and actions keep us on the path we want to follow. In order to stay on our own track, we must always be aware of where we are, [...]...
Recently, Aruba Tourism Authority honored some loyal guests as Distinguished Visitor 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. Arie and Brigitte de Bruin son, Dominick de [...]...
ARUBA – Recently the Aruba Tourism Authority had the great pleasure of honoring a very nice couple whom are loyal and friendly Visitors of Aruba, as Distinguished Visitors, at the Marriott Surf Club. The symbolic honorary title is presented in the name of the Minister of Tourism as a token of appreciation to guests who [...]...
This summer Curaçao’s own Levi Silvanie will become part of the international Educational Arts Program Art Rules Aruba set to kick off on July 5th. Presented by RBC Royal Bank, Art Rules Aruba has become known as the biggest summer program offering kids the opportunity to take part in 2 weeks intensive workshops with the [...]...
Malmok – Jolly Pirates, well known for infectious fun during sail and snorkel cruises, has long been a favorite activity among Aruba visitors. Word-of-mouth approval has translated into online praise, and has brought Jolly Pirates and its crew recognition from Trip Advisor which has ranked Jolly Pirates a top performer with Certificate of Excellence. Friendly, [...]...
ARUBA – Benihana Aruba’s best and first Japanese restaurant hosted the fabulous Arubian press and and a some vip guests to a Benihana Lifestyle cocktail in honor of “Latin Angels tv “. cocktail at with filming of lifestyle experience at Benihana. This will be part of the tv show with epic exposure of our beautiful [...]...