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local Saturday 25 November 2023

The Hilton Aruba Caribbean resort & Casino Recognizes 310 Years of Experience

renovations. Then a new part- Aruba Caribbean Resort & Ca-
nership with the Golden Tulip sino, with 357 charming guest
was hatched and in November rooms and suites, at the edge of
1986, the first part of the reopen- an unmatched beach, nestled
ing took place, followed by the in enchanting gardens.
Caribbean Wing, 176 rooms, the
Garden Wing, 80 rooms, and the As team members’ names ap-
Barbizon wing, 120 rooms, plus peared on the big-screen with
30 cabanas. their original file photos, from
their old work-books, the room
While the economy was suffer- erupted with thunderous ap-
ing due to the closure of the re- plause and laughter.
finery at the eve of Status Apar-
te, two years earlier, the hotel Recognition certificates and
was continuously hiring staffers, monetary gifts were presented
for the Fandango nightclub, The to: Steve Lynch, 30 years, hired
French Room, and the Gazebo September 4th 1993; Cecilia
restaurant Ras, 35 years, hired October 5th,
1988; Norma Lacle, 35 years,
In the following years the Grande hired September 7th, 1988; Lili-
(Oranjestad)—The famed resort on Palm Beach celebrated work an- Dame of Palm Beach enjoyed a ana Tromp, 35 years, hired No-
niversaries this weekend, with 30 and 35 years of service, recognizing successful run as the Golden Tu- vember 1988; Jacqueline Boas-
nine team members, at an elegant party in the Morris Lapidus Grand lip, then again it was blessed by man, 35 years, hired July 20th,
Ballroom. a change of ownership around 1988; Ligia Lacle, 35 years, hired
the millennium, reflagged as a May 21st, 1988; Matilda Clem-
Glenn Farro, Director of the HR department at the resort, who inau- Radisson and finally in July 2015, ent, 35 years, hired October
gurated the festivities, shared insights after his 37-year tenure with the went full circle, returned to its 12th, 1988; Orlando Werleman,
resort. He reflected on the significance of dedicating 30, or 35 years to Aruba roots when it was picked 35 years, hired December 23rd,
the hotel industry, highlighting the sacrifices made, working on week- up by the Aruba Growth Fund, 1988 and Ligia Panneflek, 35
ends, nights, and holidays while the rest of the world celebrates. He becoming the upscale Hilton years, hired August 10th, 1988.q
also expressed his total admiration for the level of commitment these
team members have made throughout their tenure and continue to
make each and every day.
“Thirty-five years ago,” said General Manager Larry Tuck, “gets me
back to 1988, the year I started my career in the hotel industry in Can-
ada. It brings back fond memories and highlights the passion demon-
strated by the people in the hospitality industry, towards their guests
and their hotel properties.” He concluded his address by warmly con-
gratulating the long-term careers of his hotel’s team members.
Valeria Nowotny Vice President of Operations - Resorts, Luxury and
Lifestyle Hotels for the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America at Hil-
ton, in a pre-recorded video message, congratulated celebrants on
their career landmarks on behalf of the Mexico, Caribbean and Cen-
tral America division of Hilton.
The culinary team served a delicious menu inspired by the season,
pumpkin soup with curry cream, grilled garlic shrimp and filet mignon,
on a bed of pureed sweet potato, with baked Alaska for dessert.
As history recalls, the Aruba Caribbean closed in 1984, in need of

The Aruba Tourism Authority honors loyal visitors at Divi Dutch Village!

The Aruba Tourism Authority recently had the the Divi Dutch Village bestowed the Emerald
great pleasure of recognizing Emerald Am- Ambassador certificate to the honorees, pre-
bassadors of Aruba. These Ambassadors were sented them with gifts, and also thanked them
respectively honored with a certificate ac- for choosing Aruba as their favorite vacation
knowledging their years of visits, loyalty, and destination, as their home away from home.
love for the island of Aruba.
Top reasons for returning to Aruba, provided
The honor certification is presented on behalf by the honorees were:
of the Minister of Tourism as a token of appre-
ciation and to say “Masha Danki” to guests • “We can relax!”
who have visited Aruba 10, 20, or 35 years or • Aruba’s warm sun.
more consecutively. • Aruba’s nice sandy beaches.
• Aruba’s cleanliness.
The three honoring levels are as follows: The honorees were: • Aruba’s friendly people.
Distinguished Visitor (10>years consecutively Emerald Ambassadors
visiting Aruba) Mr. Charles & Mrs. Paulette Hill from Connecti- On behalf of the Aruba Tourism Authority, we
Goodwill Ambassador (20>years consecutive- cut, United States. would like to express our sincere gratitude and
ly visiting Aruba) appreciation to the honorees for their contin-
Emerald Ambassador (35>years consecutively Ms. Kimberley Richardson representing the ued visits to the “One Happy Island”. q
visiting Aruba) Aruba Tourism Authority, and staff members of