We left the ABC the first of July and was wondering if anyone has an update? I know they started renovations on a block of units in the tower building when we were leaving.

thanks...just curious and anxious!

We exchanged our 2005 La Cabana unit for ABC in June 2005. The Interval website indicated that the rennovations were scheduled for completion in May 2005. However, I don't know if Hurricane Ivan delayed the completion date.

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They are still working on the first set of rooms. Just painted the outside walls and are putting the windows back in. Not much else. So it is going slowly but surely as the saying goes.

Thanks so much for the update...I thought for awhile I was the only one who was interested in the progress. Thanks for taking the time to update me. We will be back in June for two weeks and our units are scheduled to be done towards the end of the project. I know they won't be finished for awhile and just curious as to which portion of the building the renovations had moved to. They had started renovations on the Hi rise section (4 story) on the 1st of July and wondering how far they had progressed.

Thanks again.

Suzie

Same here Suzie... my units are scheduled to be done towards the end. I'll be there in Jan/Feb and don't expect that they'll reach my area. When I get back, I'll post here and let you know what's going on. Quite honestly, I don't think completion of all the renovations will be finished before my trip in '06, if then.

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Hi just thought I would let you know they are still working on the first 9 rooms haven't got much head way they should be done soon the plumbling and electrical is done I believe just need to redo the floors and walls they have put the windows back and are painting the outside of these units now. I go there 2-3 times a week so if you want to know anything special let me know I will try to find out.

marcia

Thanks Elaine and Marcia,

I know things get done slowly in Aruba...Just a post an update now and then will be sufficient for me. I live in California and will be out there in June of 05 with my family. Just wondering if they would move us or not.

Thanks again,

Suzie

Suzie.... It's my understanding that they're going to try to accomodate anyone if the renovations are being done on your room or segment of rooms where you're located. Hey, if we're lucky.... they'll put us in the Royal Deluxe!! I'm more concerned with the noise.... Welllllllllll.... time will tell!

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They haven't finished the first 9 rooms but have started on the next 6 so work is in progress. No need to worry about the noise like I said I go there 3 times a week and spend about 3 hours at a time there and you don't hear anything. So they are being very careful to not distrub anyone.

Thanks for the updates, Marcia.... it's greatly appreciated.

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Just so everyone knows I do believe they have the first set of rooms done. Was by there today and we were going to go in and see how they look but didn't make it. Will check next week. I do know that the top floor had people in it over Halloween because of the decorations on the balcony. As soon as we go in and look I will let you know. If you need anymore info let me know and if anyone knows anybody that needs week 50 I have pool side for rent

Truck after Truck after Truck arrived at the Aruba Beach Club today with loads of brand new furniture. Just a fast update for everyone looks like everything is going good. Got a little sunburn today the sun was beaten down on the misguided (ha ha) people who came here to enjoy the cold (ha ha)

MC61, I really appreciate your updates on the renovation at ABC. My husband & I will be taking our 8 year old grand daughter there in June of 2005 & hope we're lucky enough to get one of the "new" rooms.

We've never stayed at ABC & we're not quite sure which resort it is, but I've read a lot of good things about the place. We own a timeshare at LaCabana & had to cancel at the last minute (weeks 48/49), so you've been my "link" to a much anticipated visit for our next visit to Aruba.

Thanks again, friend

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Manzanita, you'll be very pleased with ABC. Everyone there is very friendly... staff and guests.
Marcia, according to the Newsletter I just got, the high rise building is supposed to be completed by December and Rooms 162 and 262, not in the high rise are already completed because they had plumbing problems and had to be renovated. Everything is supposedly on schedule.
The Club is also in negotiations for a Spa run by 3 local women. It'll be in the old restaurant office under the canopy on the Cayana Gardens deck.
So far....... that's the update!

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Thanks Elaine and Marcia for all your updates....I to will be back in June 2005. I own weeks 25, room 220 and 246 and week 26 room 240 and 246. 246 is on the beach front and they were scheduled to be some of the last ones to be renovated. I am not in a hurry just curious as to what is happening Again, I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate all the updates and will stay posted.


thanks again,

Suzie

I got some more information as to how the renovations are going at ABC. Following was written by Martin, the GM at the club. Looks like my wing will be the last done so hopefully by Feb. '06 I'll get to stay in a "new" suite. Hope this helps!



Aruba Beach Club makes progress with renovation of accommodations
Posted by Martin van Halteren on November 27th, 2004 Aruba Beach Club makes progress with renovation of accommodations

After a successful start of the current room reservations in August of this year,
your Aruba Beach Club is pleased to report that we are on schedule with the
attention to all High Rise rooms and intend on completing all 24 units of this
entire wing prior to Christmas 2004.

Through tireless efforts of our Project Coordinator Arlene Nagtegaal, the construction
crews and our in-house Maintenance and Housekeeping departments, various members
and guests have already had the opportunity to enjoy these remodeled units during their
annual vacation to Aruba this year.

Please find following pictures of the renovated High Rise rooms, with the new tile floors,
new kitchen and bathroom cabinetry and all new furniture and soft goods. Less visible are
the upgrades to the plumbing, the air conditioning and smoke detection system and all
the new doors and windows, inclusive of their new frames. New room number signs complement
the beautiful new entrance doors.

Following a short winter recess over the year-end holidays, the renovations of ABC will resume
in January 2005 with the West Wing, the short wing next to the Manchebo Beach Resort.

We look forward to showing you the new look of ABC upon your next visit!

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Thanks Elaine....It helps a great deal...and very much appreciated. My Husband Mike and I are leaving tomorrow evening for St. Thomas. Neither of us has ever been there and the trip was free...But I'm sure it won't take the place of Aruba...When do you own at ABC? If I do not respond quickly it's because I am probably not here till next week..

Suzie.. have a wonderful time in St. Thomas. Lots of great shopping!! I own week 5 in 135, week 6 in 219 and week 7 in 227. In '05 I'll be there from January 29th until February 19th. Hopefully, in the next couple of years I'd like to buy week 8. I'm usually lucky enough to stay in one room for two weeks and sometimes three as long as the room is rented out and not being used by the owner. I've owned at the club for quite a few years, and love it... and, I've been lucky enough to make wonderful long lasting friendships with people from all over the country and abroad. I think the staff and management is wonderful.... kind, caring and genuine. Let us know about your trip when you get back! Have fun!!

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Just returned from the Beach Club. Tower rooms ending in 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, and 08 are completed. The two remaining groups (ending in 01 and 02) are all but complete. We stayed in 305. The club has done a wonderful job. The new decor is lovely but the new plumbing and thermostat/air conditioning system are the real improvement.

To correct a previous posting 163 and 263 (not 162/262) are the rooms which have been updated due to a plumbing problem. The new furniture is not installed in these two rooms. Everything else is done...new counters, appliances, plumbing etc.

Kate.... Thanks for the update. I'll be there next month, but my section hasn't been started yet. I was the one who posted the incorrect rooms... 162 and 262. It was my understanding that the plumbing had to be redone in those rooms, but I stand corrected. So glad to hear that everything's turning out nicely.

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