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Young Aruban Franklin Suete publishes book to help students in the Netherlands manage finances
0 Aruban students who move to the Netherlands often face major challenges adjusting to life abroad. In a world where new ideas continue to emerge to make that transition easier, one inspiring initiative comes from Franklin Suete. He has written a...

Aruba Tourism Authority North America Connects with Travel Advisors Through Innovative Events
The Aruba Tourism Authority North America recently launched a series of dynamic marketing initiatives across the northeastern United States. Moreover, these strategic events successfully connected travel advisors with the island’s unique offerings...

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Earns Travelife Gold and Supports Aruba’s Cultural Future
Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba has achieved two major milestones in 2025. The resort proudly announced a new cultural sponsorship with Cas di Cultura, Aruba’s premier theater and cultural venue, while also receiving its third consecutive Travelife...

48 Hours of Art in Aruba: Murals and Murano Glass But No Museum… Yet
Robert Solognier’s Greetings from Aruba mural attracts plenty of picture-takers. Photo: Christa Terry for Observer Queen Beatrix International Airport has a reputation for being nightmarish in a way that, I’m glad to say, didn’t align with my...

Aruba Responsible Tourism Impact Report 2025: Key Findings
The tourism industry faces unprecedented changes today. Furthermore, 96% of surveyed travelers consider responsible tourism Aruba offers absolutely essential. This statistic demonstrates a massive shift. Additionally, consumers now expect their...

96% of Global Travelers Demand Responsible Tourism in Aruba Now
The tourism industry faces unprecedented changes today. Furthermore, 96% of surveyed travelers consider responsible tourism Aruba offers absolutely essential. This statistic demonstrates a massive shift. Additionally, consumers now expect their...

A-Networks partners Plexus Global to host Aruba Tech Fusion 2.0
Section of audience at Aruba Tech Fusion 2.0 event held at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams, Colombo A-Networks Ltd., in partnership with Plexus Global Ltd., hosted Aruba Tech Fusion 2.0 at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams, Colombo, on 27 August, 2025....

Aruba Airport Just Launched a New Self Bag Drop Service for U.S. Travelers
A major upgrade has just landed at Queen Beatrix International Airport. Aruba Airport Authority has officially launched its new Self Bag Drop service, a step that’s set to streamline the travel experience for passengers flying to the United...

Ancient underground synagogue discovered in Golan
During an archaeological excavation currently underway at the Yahudiya Nature Reserve, an ancient synagogue whose location was previously unknown has been revealed. During the excavation, conducted by the Zinman Institute of Archaeology at the...

Aruba’s Autentico Culinary Festival Returns, Celebrating Culture, Community and Global Flavors
The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) is proud to announce the return of Autentico, Aruba’s signature culinary festival, taking place Oct. 11–19. Celebrating the diverse cuisines and cultural influences of the island’s more than 100 nationalities,...

HPE tees up the technology for the first AI-enabled Ryder Cup
This past week the Ryder Cup was held at the famed Bethpage Black Golf Course in Farmingdale, New York. While the raucous crowd cheered the U.S. team, and European fans sang, “Ole, Ole,” Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. worked with the Ryder Cup to...

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino Appoints Ruthline Theysen as Complex Director of Food & Beverage
The hospitality industry continues to evolve, and strategic leadership appointments remain crucial for success in today’s competitive landscape. Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino has made a significant move by appointing Ruthline Theysen as...

Hard Rock International Supports Breast Cancer Research With 26th Annual PINKTOBER Campaign
Hard Rock International is proud to announce its 26th annual PINKTOBER campaign in partnership with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit ahead of this Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As a global entertainment and hospitality brand guided by the principle...

Travelers to the U.S. can now use self bag drop at Aruba Airport
0 Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is proud to announce the launch of its new Self Bag Drop (SBD) service, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and enhancing the passenger journey at Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). The Self Bag...

Minister Plenipotentiary in the US to host virtual internship session for students in the Netherlands and Aruba
0 On Tuesday, September 30th, Zulema Erasmus, Aruba’s Minister Plenipotentiary in the United States, will host a virtual information session for Aruban students studying at universities in Aruba, the Netherlands, and other countries. The session...

Postgraduate Course in Mild Intellectual Disabilities Empowers Professionals in Aruba
Aruba recently hosted a groundbreaking postgraduate course on mild intellectual disabilities (MID), designed to empower local professionals, families, and the wider community. Organized by the Fundacion Siñami Paso pa Paso Aruba (FSPPA), the...

With October Visit, Aruba Startups Eye Atlanta for U.S. Market Entry
Ten startups from the Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba will fly north to Atlanta in October on a trip aimed at exploring the city’s promise as a gateway into the U.S. market. The island, known more for tourism over technology, is to send some of...

Consulate general of the kingdom of the Netherlands in Miami: Connecting economic opportunities between Florida and Aruba
Promoting Aruban business in the South of the US: The Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Miami recently hosted a successful virtual session for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and stakeholders from Aruba on how to tap into the...

Aruban diplomat seeks student pathway with Husson University
Minister Erasmus visited Husson University, looking to boost student exchanges from Aruba. BANGOR, Maine — A top diplomat from Aruba paid a visit to Husson University in Bangor on Wednesday to talk about getting more students from the island...

15 Unique Things About Aruba – 2023 Guide
Aruba is an island that is set in the Caribbean. There are many fascinating and unique things that you must know about Aruba even before visiting it so that you have a better idea of the place. Although the island is small, there are still many...