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Review Passions at the Amsterdam Manor Aruba

A friend as well as my parents, had recommended Passions on the beach at the Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort for dh and my anniversary dinner.

When we arrived we were immediately greeted by Diana the hostess/maître d' and everything from the food to the service, it was nothing less than perfect and a wonderful evening. Our table was closest to the water with torches and a lantern on the table. I can imagine how nice it would be at sunset, however since we can view that from the comfort of our patio, and like to eat later, dining under the stars with the Aruban tradewinds are just delightful in my book!

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Attention expats: getting a work permit to work in Aruba

July 22, 2008
http://lincolngomez.wordpress.com/2008/07/22/attention-expats-getting-a-work-permit-to-work-in-aruba/
"Most people who wish to work in Aruba will need to obtain a work permit from the DIMAS (Department of Integration Management and Admission of Foreigners). The only exceptions apply to people of Dutch nationality, whom by law are considered nationals of Aruba by birthright or because of their ties with Aruba.  In some cases non-nationals can get an automatic right to work in Aruba and will only need to apply at the DIMAS for a statement which proves his/her right. These are for example people working for the government of the Dutch Kingdom, consulate personnel and military personnel stationed in Aruba.

Aruba Hyatt vs. the Radisson

Dh and I have stayed at the Hyatt once. Very nice resort, top notch as a matter of fact. Beautiful swimming pool with waterslide and swim up bar (if that is a deal maker or breaker for you).

Downside is the beach can get crowded and the rooms have only step out balconies, unless you go for the very big bucks and book an oceanfront suite.

TSA: New Security Simplifying Laptop Bag Procedures

Link: TSA: New Security Simplifying Laptop Bag Procedures.

Room at the Tamarijn Aruba

Room at the Tamarijn Aruba

Club Arias Aruba Is Opening Soon

Link: Club Arias Aruba Opening Soon

Review Kini Kini Tours Aruba

This trip to Aruba, we had decided to take dd to see the Natural Pool. Dh and I had driven there twice previously on our own via 4 x 4. Dh hated driving there and did not want to do it again. He is allergic to horses so that was out. The new Tom Cars looked cool on the Aruba Off-Road website so we decided we would give that a shot. The day before we left for Aruba they emailed a confirmation and substituted Baby Beach for the Natural Pool. The reason we booked the tour was for the Natural Pool, so we cancelled.

We then booked an ATV tour with Rancho Daimari. By chance when a kind person on the Aruba bulletin board heard we had changed our plans to an ATV tour, he instead recommended Kini Kini Tours. Dh cancelled Rancho Daimari and called Kini Kini and booked a private ATV tour.

Q. & A. Radisson Aruba Bonaire Suite vs. Curacao Suite

Q. What is the highest floor of the Radisson's Bonaire and Curacao Towers?
A. The Bonaire Tower is four floors and the Curacao Tower is six floors.

Aruba's Balashi Cocktail

When in Aruba, my favorite, there is nothing like it in the world: Link: Aruba's Balashi Cocktail