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Tuesday 26 sepTember 2023

The Casino Aruba At Hilton Presents: The Caribbean Poker Series 2023

action. Aruba like never before.
The Casino Aruba At Hilton is thrilled to announce its role as the proud
host of The Caribbean Poker Series, set to take place from September For inquiries regarding the event For more updates and informa-
21 to October 1, 2023. With an electrifying schedule featuring 14 Rings schedule, registration, or details tion, please visit www.tcaruba.
and the highly anticipated Main Event Bracelet, poker enthusiasts from about players' room rates, in- com/pages/caribbean-poker-
around the world are invited to partake in this exhilarating extrava- terested individuals are encour- series-2023
ganza. aged to contact our dedicated
travel specialist, Bridget Stein. About The Casino Aruba At Hil-
The Caribbean Poker Series promises an unforgettable ten days of Bridget can be reached at ton: Situated in the heart of Aru-
poker action, entertainment, and camaraderie. The stunning back- bridget.stein@tcaruba.com or ba, The Casino Aruba At Hilton
drop of Aruba's pristine beaches and vibrant culture sets the stage by phone at +1 (561) 716-7074. offers an elegant and vibrant
for an unparalleled gaming experience. Players of all skill levels are gaming atmosphere. With a
welcomed to join the poker festivities and compete for glory and pres- Join us for The Caribbean Poker wide array of table games, slots,
tigious prizes. Series 2023 and indulge in a fu- and poker tournaments, it is a
sion of competitive poker, relax- premier destination for both sea-
To make this event even more enticing, The Casino Aruba At Hilton ation, and island splendor. This is soned players and those seek-
has partnered with various hotels and resorts in the Palm Beach area an opportunity to make memo- ing an unforgettable gaming
to offer special players' room rates. Attendees can revel in luxurious ries, showcase your poker prow- experience.q
accommodations while enjoying convenient proximity to the gaming ess, and experience the allure of

Ayo & Casibari: Aruba’s famous rock formations

(Oranjestad)—The Ayo and Casibari Rock For- tains stairs that lead you to the top of the high- see the majority of the island and the ocean in
mations are known locally as one of the cru- est boulder, offering a breath-taking view of the the south. Right in front of the entrance, there
cial sites to have in your “off-road” trip itinerary. Aruban backyard. The Ayo is usually quiet, as it is the Casibari Café and Grill, a great place to
These naturally formed rock formations as just is situated farther away from the busier parts of get refreshments and snack before continuing
one of the few places on the island that hold a the island. However, this is just another charm your off-road adventure!
rich history of our culture and of our ancestors. of the site: the quiet area and the refreshing
breeze offer a sense of comfort and peace. Both sites are open free to the public, 24 hours a
Ayo day. However, unless you are taking a trip with
The Ayo Rock Formation is located in the north- Casibari a professional tour guide, there are no guides
ern part of the island, right on the road that Probably the busier rock formation site, the at the sites to help you climb the rock. So, do
leads you to the Black Stone Beach, and close Casibari is situated more in the center of the be careful when trudging on the boulders, and
to the Natural Bridge. The Ayo is a fenced ter- island, much closer—and more accessible—to make sure to befriend any roaming goats you
rain that consists of several giant boulders, rest- the general public. Just like Ayo, Casibari is a see along the way!
ing neatly on top of or side by side each other, fenced area containing several boulders that
adding gorgeous natural architecture to the lay on top or lean on each other. The best as- *Mondi: what we call our Aruban wilderness.
surrounding “mondi”*. This is also one of the few pect of the Casibari Rock Formation is the ac- We don’t have forests, or deserts, but we do
sites to contain prehistoric markings of our indig- companying view when you climb up the top of have mondi!
enous ancestors. The Ayo Rock formation con- the round, flat bolder. For this position, you can