Forum: Aruba News
Thursday, July 31st, 2008, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 6,946
Re: Sir Sidney update
Yeah that was supposed to be a joke, I was watching the entire time as Boston was roughing him up.
http://bb.visitaruba.com/image.php?u=6&dateline=1102436222&type=profile
And good riddance...
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Forum: Aruba News
Tuesday, July 29th, 2008, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 6,946
Re: Sir Sidney update
I had to dredge this thread back to the top - just wanted to mention that I saw Ponson on ESPN Sunday night. He was released by the Rangers due to insubordinance and is pitching for the Yankees now...
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Forum: Timeshare Q&A
Saturday, July 19th, 2008, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,456
Re: Suggestions for timeshare rentals
Charles - excellent comments as usual, with one glaring exception: I will not stand by while hot dogs get bashed!!
Eagle vs Palm debate is going on in every city in every country in the world. To...
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Forum: Aruba Restaurant Reviews
Saturday, July 19th, 2008, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 8,719
Re: Villa Germania
Long live the Villa!! I'm gonna miss those tater pancakes :heart::cry_smile:broken_he
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 14,026
Re: The Simple Things
Ummm...something's always biting, you're never really sure until you reel it in and see what you hooked ;)
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Forum: Aruba in General
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008, 04:44 PM
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Replies: 93
Views: 22,161
Re: where did your moderator go?
Sherry I know that this isn't one of the 20 question games, but I noticed in your previous post that you said it would take a negligent act from a resident to allow the possibility of this to happen...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 2,467
Views: 726,334
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 14,026
Re: The Simple Things
Living here gives a fuller vision of Key West that what the visitor sees, which might be comparable to someone shopping in O-staad and sitting on Palm Beach feeling like they've seen Aruba. Tourists...
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 14,026
Re: The Simple Things
From your home page, and your book: 'Far from the sparkling beaches and glamorous hotels lies a...boomtown of barroom brothels and flexible morality'.
In addition to San Nicolaas that's also a...
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 14,026
Re: The Simple Things
Excellent posts and ideas, thanks! I can relate to so many of them, either because I've already done them or plan to. Each visit to Aruba for me has become less and less planned/frantic and more and...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 2,467
Views: 726,334
Re: let's do a countdown part 2
Ruba and Elaine you're not alone - I have meaningful conversations with myself, including busting out loud in laughter at my own idiotic comments or actions.:nerd:
Somehow that doesn't sound as...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 2,467
Views: 726,334
Re: let's do a countdown part 2
I just spoke to the Cat as she frantically finishes her packing. Yes she'll be away, but the :sheep: and the KY man will be here making sure that Elaine behaves herself. Yeah, KY and a sheep is a...
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Saturday, April 19th, 2008, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 8,879
Re: Fishing for Snook
Agree, any white or silver spinners and jigs are productive. My favorite style of fishing is surface/topwater, and so my first few trips all I ever brought was poppers/spooks. It was only on my last...
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Thursday, April 10th, 2008, 06:53 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 8,879
Re: Fishing for Snook
I tried my luck for snook off of Eagle Beach but got skunked. It might be because I was too busy enjoying the sunrise...
I've caught many many snook in the spanish lagoon inlet, as well as tarpon...
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Forum: Aruba Timeshare for Sale
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,281
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Forum: Aruba in General
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008, 09:50 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,283
Re: Fishing
Ah, not too often we cover both fishing and hunting in one thread!
Charters can be hit or miss, but always a fun day on the water and the price is right. As millertime said the Rainbow Runner is...
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Forum: Where to Stay
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008, 09:26 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,535
Re: Marriott Ren Marina Hotel
Hi Mello, welcome to the BB. The Ren Marina is across the street from the marina and ocean. I believe there are some ocean view rooms but not all are, so you may want to try and specifically request...
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Forum: Aruba Restaurant Reviews
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 476
Views: 129,069
Re: cooks restaurant
Women...so predictable. All it takes is a little seduction and talk of big fish balls and they're lining up at the door. Kudos to you, Cooks :)
I can't wait to try them either - not that there's...
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Forum: Aruba Renaissance Suites
Monday, February 25th, 2008, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,608
Re: Deal or no deal
Update - my friend is planning to stay in the unit this December to get the feel of Aruba in Week 49, and will then decide on whether or not to buy. So...it's gonna be a while...
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Forum: Aruba Restaurant Reviews
Monday, February 25th, 2008, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 8,719
Re: Villa Germania
I've eaten there several times and my only 'complaint' would be the slow service - but one needs to remember the whole 'island time' mentality, also the European influence of this restaurant which is...
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Forum: Aruba Renaissance Suites
Saturday, February 16th, 2008, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,608
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Forum: Aruba Renaissance Suites
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,608
Re: Deal or no deal
Appreciate the quick response. The owner did say it was facing the ocean - you mention 2311, I assume that's 3rd floor directly above 111? I'm just trying to picture the view off the patio, if it's...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 07:04 PM
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Replies: 182
Views: 48,317
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Forum: Aruba Renaissance Suites
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,608
Deal or no deal
I have a friend (isn't that how all great stories start?) that knows someone selling week 49 at the Ren for $2500, and I have a hard time thinking anything but BUY BUY BUY BUY! It's ground floor,...
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Forum: Aruba Renaissance Suites
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,771
Re: Ren TS Calendar
Try this: http://arubarenaissancemembers.com/index.cfm?id=2504&fuseaction=browse&pageid=1
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,255
Re: Drugs
I just spent 10 days in Jamaica. In the cab from the airport to my resort, I was offered drugs. At every intersection when teh car was stopped, I was offered drugs. On the beach every day, I was...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 182
Views: 48,317
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Monday, February 4th, 2008, 10:18 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,540
Re: Snorkel question
I personally haven't been to those spots, but just in case it's helpful here's a great place to root around: http://www.shorediving.com./Earth/ABC/Aruba/index.htm
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Forum: Aruba in General
Monday, February 4th, 2008, 10:12 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,455
Re: New member with question - Y Aruba?
So many easy reasons for why I love Aruba, but for me it always comes down to the people. Of all the islands I've been to, including the one I live on now, there is nowhere else that I am more...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Monday, February 4th, 2008, 09:59 PM
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Replies: 182
Views: 48,317
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Forum: Aruba in General
Sunday, January 20th, 2008, 03:31 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,713
Re: Lack of street/road signs
As Corrine noted - we've already got NYC, we don't need another one in the Caribbean. I say knock down ALL the signs and let's have fun!
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Forum: Aruba in General
Saturday, January 19th, 2008, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,713
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Forum: Aruba by Day and Night
Saturday, January 19th, 2008, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 8,437
Re: Photographer Visiting Aruba
Hi Craig, welcome to the BB.
Agree with getting in the car, putting it in D, and seeing where you end up. Then take a memorable picture. It's just that easy in Aruba.
FYI, if you do go to the...
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Forum: Charles' Stories
Friday, December 28th, 2007, 09:27 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 6,428
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Forum: Aruba in General
Friday, December 28th, 2007, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,379
Re: Car rental
I'm with Cathy and Bob, used Econo 5 times with good results every time.
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, November 27th, 2007, 10:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,555
Re: for liz of nj and charlie
Sherry thanks for starting this, hopefully you've begun a movement that becomes something we can all be proud of:thumbs_up
That's Liz in a nutshell right there. Her help to others has been...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, November 27th, 2007, 10:09 PM
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Replies: 74
Views: 16,505
Re: Holloway case....again! See link below
I'd like to add a few thank-you's as well:
To Charles, for remaining eloquent and gracious as always, even in the face of this.
To Sherry, for tirelessly maintaining this world we call our...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Thursday, November 1st, 2007, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 11,805
Re: Smoking
I do believe that as one enters a casino they are handed a lit cigarette. I remember back when I smoked I could go through a whole pack in one night of gambling, those 2 vices go hand in hand. Ugh -...
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Forum: Aruba in General
Thursday, November 1st, 2007, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,599
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Forum: Aruba in General
Thursday, November 1st, 2007, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 7,556
Re: Sun poisoning
That Aruba Aloe burn aid gel Sherry suggested is amazing stuff. Not that I encourage you to test my theory, but I know by experience that you can get burned bad and somehow that gel makes everything...
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Forum: Aruba Timeshare Wanted
Thursday, November 1st, 2007, 08:22 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,738
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Forum: Dushi Singles & Couples
Wednesday, October 31st, 2007, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,965
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Forum: Aruba in General
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007, 07:03 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,990
Re: ? about Renaissance Marina Hotel
Hi kcgirl,
These are all good answers, trust that you'll love Ren Island and the large selection of restaurants within a 5 minute walk. The boat shuttle to the island is bried and pleasant, so...
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Forum: Aruba Restaurant Reviews
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 8,719
Re: Villa Germania
I love you too Ma :)
And kudos to Liz, for finding and posting the menu less than an hour after it was requested. Thanks!!
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Forum: Aruba in General
Monday, October 15th, 2007, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,009
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Forum: Aruba in General
Monday, October 15th, 2007, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,316
Re: Marandi's - New Location & Menu
OK the good news is that I managed to download the newer version (thanks Arubalisa) and am able to view the menu. The bad news - those prices?! I haven't been to Aruba for a couple of years, and...
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Forum: Aruba Tales
Monday, October 15th, 2007, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 39,938
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Forum: Aruba in General
Saturday, October 13th, 2007, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,316
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Forum: Aruba in General
Friday, October 12th, 2007, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,316
Re: Marandi's - New Location & Menu
Excellent pics/video Liz, thanks! I copied this post into the existing Marandi thread in the restaurant section as well. I wasn't able to open the menu though, is anyone else having probs? Might just...
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Forum: Aruba Restaurant Reviews
Friday, October 12th, 2007, 09:45 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 6,426
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This section has been created so that reviews and menus can be posted and read here. If you are looking for info (or wish to post) about a restaurant that is not listed, please send a PM to one of...
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