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LOCAL Saturday 2 November 2024

Aruba Tourism Authority honored a loyal visitor at Barceló Aruba All Inclusive!

The Aruba Tourism Authority re- Emerald Ambassador (35>years
cently had the great pleasure of consecutively visiting Aruba)
recognizing Distinguished Visitor of
Aruba. The honoree was respec- The honoree was:
tively honored with a certificate for Distinguished Visitor
her years of visits, loyalty, and love Ms. Denise Anthony from Falling
for the island of Aruba. Water West Virginia, United States.

The honorary certification is pre- Mr. Jorgino Willems representing
sented on behalf of the Minister the Aruba Tourism Authority, and
of Tourism as a token of apprecia- staff members of Barceló Aruba
tion and to say “Masha Danki” to All Inclusive bestowed the certifi-
guests who have visited Aruba 10, cate upon the honoree, presented
20, or 35 years or more consecu- her with gifts, and thanked her for
tively. choosing Aruba as her favorite va-
cation destination, as her home
The three levels of honor are as fol- away from home. land.
lows: • Aruba’s beaches. On behalf of the Aruba Tourism Au-
Distinguished Visitor (10>years con- The top reasons for returning to • Aruba is safe. thority, we would like to express our
secutively visiting Aruba) Aruba provided by the honorees • Aruba has great shopping sincere gratitude and appreciation
Goodwill Ambassador (20>years were: options. to the honoree for her continued
consecutively visiting Aruba) • Aruba’s is a very friendly is- • Aruba is very relaxing. visits to the “One Happy Island”.q

Birds of Aruba

ORANJESTAD — On May 11th, 2010, the Facebook page.
Aruba Birdlife Conservation was founded
with the aim of protecting the biodiversity The Great Egret
in general and birds in and around Aruba Serenity in Aruba’s National Park, a Great
in particular. Egret flying in peace. When it is peaceful
and quite, beautiful things start happen-
Among other things, the foundation will ing in nature.
focus on increasing the survival chances Aruba to me
of species of wild birds by promoting their Canadian in the house
preservation and conservation. The foun- The breeding season is over and it’s get- ORANJESTAD — You are By submitting photos, text
dation publishes the most beautiful pic- ting pretty cold in North America. Shore back or still enjoying your or any other materials, you
tures of local birds on their social media birds have started moving southwards as vacation?... we would like give permission to The Aru-
that show us the beauty of Aruba’s birds early as July. This wetland beauty wants to to portrait you! By inviting ba Today Newspaper, Ca-
and nature in general. Aruba Today gives keep its toes warm. Our Canadian friends you to send us your favorite ribbean Speed Printers and
you a little peek with the following pictures know exactly where they can do so best. vacation picture while en- any of its affiliated compa-
and descriptions from the foundations A Greater Yellowlegs rediscovering Aru- joying our Happy Island. nies to use said materials,
ba’s Bubali Wetlands. as well as names, likeness,
Complete the sentence: etc. for promotional pur-
Cabochon Aruba to me is ……. Send poses without compensa-
In its living form of so much more value your picture with that text tion.
than any gemstone. Aruba’s smallest and (including your name and
most master of flight. A top pollinator. A where you are from) to: Last but not least: check
hovering Blenchi inspecting the human news@arubatoday.com out our website, Instagram
who just entered his territory. and we will publish your and Facebook page!
English: Blue-tailed Emerald (male) Dutch: vacation memory. Isn’t Thank you for supporting
Blauwstaartsmaragdkolibrie (mannetje). that a special way to keep our free newspaper, we
Aruba’s to enjoy. Aruba’s to protect.q your best moments alive? strive to make you a happy
Please do note: reader every day again.q