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Monday 27 noveMber 2023

Aruba Tourism Authority honors loyal visitors at Divi Aruba All-Inclusive!

The Aruba Tourism Authority re- senting the Aruba Tourism Author-
cently had the great pleasure of ity, and staff members of the Divi
recognizing Distinguished Visitors Aruba All-Inclusive bestowed the
of Aruba. This lovely couple was certificate to the honorees, pre-
honored with a certificate ac- sented them with memorable gifts,
knowledging their years of visits, and also thanked them for choos-
loyalty, and love for the island of ing Aruba as their best-loved va-
Aruba. cation destination, as their home-
awayfromhome.
The honor certification is presented
on behalf of the Minister of Tourism Top reasons for returning to Aruba
as a token of appreciation and to provided by the honorees were:
say “Masha Danki” to guests who Aruba’s warm and friendly people
have visited Aruba 10, 20, or 35 Aruba’s warm consistent weather
years or more consecutively. all year round
Aruba’s nice sandy beaches
The three honoring levels are as The Divi Resort
follows: Aruba’s safety
Distinguished Visitor (10>years con-
secutively visiting Aruba) On behalf of the Aruba Tourism Au-
Goodwill Ambassador (20>years thority, we would like to express our
consecutively visiting Aruba) The honorees were: York, United States. sincere gratitude and appreciation
Emerald Ambassador (35>years Distinguished Visitors Mr. Robert & to the honorees for their continued
consecutively visiting Aruba) Mrs. Loretta Langford from New Ms.Kimberley Richardson repre- visits to the “One Happy Island”.q

Aruban snacks and where to find them

ORANJESTAD — Want to taste something dif- Pastechi House in the city center. These places
ferent for a change? How about some Aruban may also sell other snacks and sandwiches too,
snacks that you can find all around the island? perfect for on-the-road lunch break.
Hop in your car, and go to these locations to
find some of the most popular and tasty snacks While you’re at it, why not accompany your
that are beloved by our locals. snack with a refreshing “batido”? Batidos are
fruit shakes, typically made with added milk for
One of the staples of Aruban cuisine and snacks some creaminess. However, you can also ask
is the Pastechi. Pastechi is a Caribbean fried to hold the milk. Batidos are commonly found
pastry that is filled with cheese, meat, chick- in snack shops too. You may find some batido
en, veggies and sometimes even fish! Or per- shops next the flee markets downtown, or if on the way to Baby Beach.
haps you might want to try a croquette, locally you’re on your way to San Nicolas, at Mauchi 2. Along the main road next to the airport
called a “kroket,” which is a crusty fried snack Smoothies and Juice Bar in Savaneta (located field.
with typically a meat and dough mix filling. The at the side of the main road). 3. At the California Light House.
Aruban kroket is based on its Dutch counter- 4. At the Alto Vista Chapel.
part, the “bitterbal”. If you are looking for something a bit more fresh
and healthy, why not try some coconuts, or These vendors may also sell other delights, like
These two snacks are typically found in all local shaved ice from local vendors? These vendors the beloved coconut-based dessert “cocada”
snack trucks, which can be found all over the carry their little shop at the back of their truck, or peanuts. All in all, in Aruba, you can always
island, including on the side of the main road so they are ever-moving around the island. find some place to take a break and have a
that stretches from San Nicolas to the Hotel However, there are a few spots where you can bite of something local, you maybe just might
Area. You can also find pastechis and krokets almost always find a coconut/shaved ice ven- have to look for them!q
at local bakeries and snack shops, like Bright dor:
Bakery in Piedra Plat, Huchada in Santa Cruz or 1. Right next to the Red Anchor in San Nicolas, Photo credit: wheninaruba.com