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Plant extension order boosts Wärtsilä’s share of Aruba’s
Nautical Voice
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June 27, 2025
Technology group Wärtsilä will supply an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) extension project to an existing power plant on the Caribbean Island of Aruba. This will add an additional 36 MW of generating capacity, thereby mitigating...
Divi Resorts Brings Back Kids Stay & Eat Free Offer for Summer & Fall Getaways
Autochannel
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"This is one of our most-loved promotions, and for good reason," said Marco Galaverna, President & COO of Divi Resorts. "Traveling with kids shouldn't feel like a juggling act. We want to make it easy for families to relax and reconnect in the...
Aruba’s Airport Has a New “Passenger Flow Control” System. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Caribbean Journal
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June 17, 2025
The Aruba Airport Authority has announced the implementation of a new “Passenger Flow Control” system for all U.S.-bound departing passengers, part of efforts to streamline travel during the island’s major Gateway 2030 construction project. This...
These Family-Friendly Resorts Make Multi-Generational Travel a Breeze
Travelbinger
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June 23, 2025
Multi-generational travel is one of the fastest-growing travel trends. Instead of traveling with just your kids, why not include grandparents or cousins, or your favorite aunt? Traveling as an extended family is the best way I know to strengthen...
Court rules both pedestrians and driver share blame in Aruba traffic accident
24ora
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June 25, 2025
8 A recent court decision in Aruba has determined that two pedestrians struck by a car were partially responsible for the traffic accident in which they were injured. As a result, they will not receive any additional compensation beyond the amount...
Fires across Aruba on San Juan Day overwhelm firefighters and force evacuations
24ora
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June 25, 2025
Multiple fires broke out across Aruba on Tuesday night, June 24th, during San Juan Day celebrations—a cultural tradition known for its symbolic use of fire to burn old crops as an offering for a bountiful new harvest. While many residents gathered...
Lost baby flamingo in Aruba rescued and flown to Bonaire for recovery
24ora
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June 24, 2025
1 A baby flamingo that washed up alone on an Aruban beach has been given a second chance, thanks to the quick actions of animal experts and the support of a local airline. The young bird was found in distress on Sunday and, by Monday afternoon,...
Step into the wild with another rough hike! Aruba Conservation Foundation
Aruba Today
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ad-banner-setar-tourist-sim-watersport2024 265805 Pinchos- PGB promo Banner (25 x 5 cm)-5 copy ad-banner-costalinda-2024 Join our guided rough hike through Aruba’s stunning natural landscapes and along its diverse coast through Rooi Cacho, Paga...
Up for a snorkeling adventure in Aruba? Top 3 shipwrecks to explore
Aruba Today
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PAMAC 2025: Cruise tourism playing a bigger role in Aruba’s economy
24ora
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June 23, 2025
0 “This was the best PAMAC ever,” said participants as they boarded the catamaran for the closing event on Renaissance Island. Aruba’s Ministry of Tourism, Aruba Ports Authority (APA), and the Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) were proud to host...
Strong performance by Aruban athletes in Orlando
24ora
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June 23, 2025
0 A group of young athletes from Aruba delivered an outstanding performance at a recent track and field competition in Orlando, Florida. The six-member delegation returned home with a total of eight medals and several personal bests. The team,...
The Shoco: Aruba’s national symbol
Aruba Today
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ad-banner-setar-tourist-sim-watersport2024 265805 Pinchos- PGB promo Banner (25 x 5 cm)-5 copy ad-banner-costalinda-2024 The shoco is a small bird which is seldom seen. They are active during the day but are more active later in the day and at...
Yucatán Strengthens Alliances at Aruba Cruise Summit
The Yucatan Times
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June 22, 2025
4 As a Platinum Member of the Florida and Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), Yucatán prominently participated in the PAMAC Cruise Summit 2025, the summit event for the North and Latin American cruise industry, held in Oranjestad, Aruba. To...
A Three-Way Marriage: Aruba, Esports and Tourism
Aruba Today
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Minister Wever: Government working hard to ensure sustainable tourism growth in Aruba
24ora
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June 20, 2025
0 Minister of Finance Geoffrey Wever has highlighted that the Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) and all tourism stakeholders, is actively working to strengthen and grow Aruba’s tourism sector. “For...
June 21st marked the longest day of the year – What it meant for Aruba and the world
24ora
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June 22, 2025
1 On June 21st, the world experienced a remarkable celestial event: the Summer Solstice — the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. While it might sound like a bit of astronomical trivia, the solstice represented a significant...
Pack Smarter, Travel Right: Sustainable Essentials For Summer Getaways
Forbes
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Summer vacation getty Summer is here! While wanderlust and all the parties and excursions fuel unforgettable memories, it can also leave a lasting mark on the planet. According to the International Air Transport Association, aviation contributes...
Study reveals alarming rise in youth vaping on Aruba
24ora
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June 20, 2025
0 Vaping is becoming an increasingly serious issue among young people in Aruba, according to the Aruban Anti-Drug Foundation (F.A.D.A.). While the foundation has been monitoring the trend since 2019, it was not considered a major concern at the...
Dominican Republic ranks third in Caribbean for medical tourism to Medellín
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- In 2024, the Dominican Republic became the third-largest Caribbean country sending patients to Medellín, Colombia, for medical tourism, drawn by the city’s high-quality specialized healthcare. According to the International Patient...
Cruise industry leaders welcomed in Aruba with Miss Universe in attendance
24ora
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June 19, 2025
0 Aruba is proudly hosting the 2025 Platinum Associate Membership Advisory Council (PAMAC) this week, one of the most prominent and respected events in the cruise industry across North and Latin America. The event is organized by the...