Archive for June, 2008


The 20th edition of Island Temptations is here!

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

The 20th edition milestone for the crew of Island Temptations hits the market this week. “After this spring’s well-received ‘Green Edition,’ the pressure was on to produce something just as impacting but altogether different,” said Editorial and Creative Director Tina Causey-Escobedo.
The Summer 2008 front cover is one of 12 classic pinups recreated in the edition [...]


First Mortgage Signing For Pension Fund Tourism Sector

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

The first mortgage signing for the pension fund took place at the office of notary Yarzagaray in Dakota, in the presence of three pension funds board members representing the employers, Paul Vandormael, representing the employees, Lisette Mohammed, and the impartial Chairman of the Board, Harold Malmberg.
Managing Director Sanaa Bergen reports it is a new benefit. [...]


Malagayang Araw ng Kalayaan

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

Written to me by Jodi Tobman Hagedoorn
Last week was Philippine Independence Day, or as they say in Tagalong “Araw ng Kalayaan”.
I have 17 Philippine employees at Salamander Holdings and for that reason, I received an invitation from the Philippine consul to attend the official celebration which was held this morning. I want to share what [...]


The Pirates Nest serves lovely food in a romantic setting

Friday, June 13th, 2008

The Pirates Nest restaurant right on the beach at the Bucuti Beach Resort & Tara Suites serves dinner nightly on a romantic outdoor deck which is both relaxed and gracious.
The lighthearted atmosphere perfectly captures the spirit of Aruba and the Caribbean’s unique flair and style.
The restaurant specializes in fresh seafood and prime steaks for dinner, [...]


Visit Karin & Maria, two good reasons to visit Avenida Milo Croes

Friday, June 13th, 2008

Interior designer Karin Martens opened a charming gallery and showroom on Avenida Milo Croes 26, in a turn of the century colonial mansion, called Het Binnenhuys in her native Dutch language. The store is filled with striking paintings, sculptures, dishes, jewelry, hand bags, cushion, and a workshop/atelier for custom-design drapes and curtains. Really worth visiting, [...]


Diageo Bartender Project Aruba Launched

Friday, June 13th, 2008

Diageo, a giant consumer-goods company with a portfolio of world-famous drink brands, in conjunction with Romar Trading Aruba launched a bartender project this week, a free of charge Cocktail University as a form of community project.
According to Romar Trading’s Milton Harms, Diageo, the world’s largest multinational beer, wine and spirits company is launching the project [...]


Fund Raising for Club Di Movimiento

Friday, June 13th, 2008

Club di Movimiento, a popular local ballet and dance school under the direction of prima ballerina Samantha Westrate, orchestrated an elaborate bingo & dance show in the Grand Caribbean Ballroom of the Radisson Aruba Resort Casino & Spa in an effort to raise funds for an upcoming learning trip to the USA
The advanced students of [...]


A Tribute to Fathers at LCBRC

Friday, June 13th, 2008

A Tribute to the resort’s dads brought together over 80 of La Cabana Beach & Racquet Club colleagues who were pampered on in honors of their special upcoming day with delicious hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.
General Manager Joe Najjar, a dad himself to Nicolas who goes to school in the US, offered a toast to all [...]


Amazonia Among Top 20

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

Florida Trend the website for Florida Business named Amazonia among top 20 new restaurants in the state. The sister-restaurant of the famed Aruban landmark is making waves in Florida and impressed restaurant critic Robert W. Tolf to the degree that he included it in his top 20 for the state.
The FloridaTrend website list of 20 [...]


Wedding Bells for Diana & Jim at the Radisson

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

Diana & Jim said “I Do,” at an intimate sunset wedding at the Radisson Aruba Resort Casino & Spa, officiated by the reverend of the Protestant church. The simple but beautiful ceremony was attended by just two wedding guests, Gary & Patricia Jutz. Gary who is the General Manager of the Radisson Aruba Resort Casino [...]