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Briefs for May 1-31, 2000
Staffmembers of orphanage Imeldahof, four
polesitters, VIP polesitter Jimmy Douglas, Garage Cordia's Hans
Schnog, First National Bank's Edwin Tromp and Cafe The Plaza's Frans de Rooij came
together last Wednesday afternoon for the official and financial part of the Polesitting Championship 2000.
The successful event was held in the beginning of last April at Cafe The Plaza in the Seaport Market Place. The goal of
this year's championship was to reach the amount needed to pay off the Toyota bus, which
had been donated to the orphanage earlier. "We even surpassed that amount,'' said a
very pleased Frans de Rooij as he handed over the envelope filled with money to
Imeldahof's Dynia Muller. (article & picture courtesy of Rona Coster)
Designer Ronchi de Cuba recruited twelve
rough diamonds, kids out of
Watapana Food & Art Festival makes a start for 2000 On Wednesday, May 3rd 2000, the Special Events Department of the Aruba Tourism Authority will initiate the Watapana Food & Art Festival as part of the "One Cool Summer" program which will run for about 26 weeks. This will be the sixth consecutive year in which this event takes place. The opening hours are every Wednesday from 6:00 - 8:30 PM, on the area right between the Allegro and the Hyatt. This festival has always been a success with both the local population as well as visitors to the island. For visitors, this will be an excellent opportunity to try different dishes - which will be made available by some of Aruba's better restaurants - and of course to admire or even purchase some local artwork. Musical entertainment will be in the hands of two local bands with Ms. Coleta Zschuschen as MC. Some participating restaurants: Boonoonoonoos, Papiamento, La Dolce Vita, Cuba's Cooking, Pirates Nest & Joey's Restaurant, all offering special and delicious dishes. The Aruba Bartenders Association will also be present and in charge of the bar, offering different kinds of cocktails, beer, wine as well as soft drinks. Every first and last festival of every month will be dedicated to Aruba, with the presentation of local folklore & typical groups. On May 3, 2000, the festival will present local talent such as Tipico los Amigos, Flash Dance Group, and Frahoma Band.
It is only the activities and programs that heat up during the summertime in Aruba with the seasonal offering of special festivals and programs. Making a successful return this year are the One Cool Honeymoon (OCH) and One Cool Family Vacation (OCFV) programs. With special packages and activities already available at the island resorts, OCH and OCFV offer their respective markets a selection of value-added amenities. As of April, couples carrying the OCH cards (available on check-in) are eligible for numerous discounts on activities and dining options as well as receive free gifts. The OCH program will run this year through December, and next year will be offered year round. The OCFV, from which families can choose from various discounts and enjoy bed and breakfast free for kids 11 and under as well as free access to kids activities programs, runs from June through September.
Radisson Aruba Caribbean Resort
nears completion Laguna Waterside Wok & Bistro in addition to Gilligan's Bar & Grill were the first two restaurants to open at the Radisson earlier this year. They were received with great enthusiasm and rave reviews. Executive Chef Jack Shapensky is currently finishing his preparations for the opening of the Sunset Grill (May 19), conceived as an upscale Steak, Seafood and Sushi restaurant, situated on a breathtaking wrap-around terrace in the main building. And on the beach, adjacent to the Radisson, a new Watersports Center (open May 1) is being readied to receive its first dive students. The PADI facility, operated by Pelican Adventures will
include a large retails store, in fact the largest of that company to date, a class room
equipped with audiovisual materials, ample dive related literature and underwater diving
equipment rentals. The nicely painted blue and orange structure is also home to the
Radisson Aruba Caribbean Resort Children's Activity Center
Everything is on schedule for the grand opening of Aruba's new state-of-the-art airport facility on August 16, 2000. Having already realized full-fledged US Customs services in Aruba on April 17, 2000 in the US departure hall, travelers can look forward to the the opening of all stores by June 1, 2000. Ongoing work continues in the arrival hall along with a review of routes for handicapped travelers. Additional queries about the airport may be addressed to airportaruba@setarnet.aw
La Cabana Casino's Jewel Box Revue The Royal Cabana Casino is hereby announcing that the Jewel Box Revue, Aruba longest running, most successful show will be going on summer vacation. The Jewel Box Revue's last performance at the Tropicana
Showroom will be on Saturday May 6th, 1999 at 9 p.m.
The Mill Resort & Suites begins work on facilities upgrade Current renovation work at The Mill Resort &
Suites will reach every area of the resort, with new landscaping, upgrade of
tennis courts and exercise facilities and work on all rooms.
COMING SOON! New Driving Range to provide diverse, family fun Now under construction on Palm Beach, across the Bubali Pond, almost adjacent to the Mill Resort and Suites, is a new tourist complex. The complex will house a professional Golf Driving Range, a 120-seat restaurant, a casual all-day cafe overlooking the greens, a children's playground, a game room, a large Pro Shop with the latest in resort fashions and sportswear, second story conference rooms with catering facilities and ample parking. The complex is developed by golf aficionado Roy Brown, an attorney whose brother is the Golf Pro at Tierra del Sol. The Driving Rage will offer buckets of balls for a very affordable price and players will be invited to practice their game from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The complex is planning to host free clinics for local kids and to nurture a new generation of golf players on the island. The complex is designed by Aaron Matthews, a local architect with impeccable taste in a colonial Caribbean style. Greens will be watered by recycled grey water from the Bubali plant making the project environmentally friendly. A soft opening is expected in the Fall with a Grand Opening in December.
$AVE in Aruba!
Selected News courtesy of ATA Newsletter
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Proceeds of the annual
polesitting championship go towards a charity, while the sitters get to keep part of their
sponsormoney for their efforts. In 1999 a brandnew bus was donated to Imeldahof; this bus
would be paid off in two `instalments'. "The children love their airconditioned
bus,'' told Dynia. "It is used a lot: chauffeur Dominico takes the kids to school in
it, takes them to their weekend fosterhomes and to various activities during the week.''
