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LOCAL Wednesday 11 OctOber 2023

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

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

Ayo & Casibari: Aruba’s famous rock formations

(Oranjestad)—The Ayo and terrain that consists of sev- of the site: the quiet area
Casibari Rock Formations eral giant boulders, resting and the refreshing breeze
are known locally as one neatly on top of or side by offer a sense of comfort
of the crucial sites to have side each other, adding and peace.
in your “off-road” trip itiner- gorgeous natural archi-
ary. These naturally formed tecture to the surrounding Casibari
rock formations as just one “mondi”*. This is also one Probably the busier rock
of the few places on the is- of the few sites to contain formation site, the Casi- ing your off-road adven- trudging on the boulders,
land that hold a rich history prehistoric markings of our bari is situated more in the ture! and make sure to befriend
of our culture and of our indigenous ancestors. The center of the island, much Both sites are open free to any roaming goats you see
ancestors. Ayo Rock formation con- closer—and more acces- the public, 24 hours a day. along the way!
tains stairs that lead you sible—to the general pub- However, unless you are
Ayo to the top of the highest lic. Just like Ayo, Casibari taking a trip with a profes- *Mondi: what we call our
The Ayo Rock Formation boulder, offering a breath- is a fenced area contain- sional tour guide, there are Aruban wilderness. We
is located in the northern taking view of the Aruban ing several boulders that no guides at the sites to don’t have forests, or des-
part of the island, right on backyard. The Ayo is usual- lay on top or lean on each help you climb the rock. erts, but we do have mon-
the road that leads you ly quiet, as it is situated far- other. The best aspect of So, do be careful when di! q
to the Black Stone Beach, ther away from the busier the Casibari Rock Forma-
and close to the Natural parts of the island. Howev- tion is the accompanying
Bridge. The Ayo is a fenced er, this is just another charm view when you climb up
the top of the round, flat
bolder. For this position, you
can see the majority of the
island and the ocean in the
south. Right in front of the
entrance, there is the Casi-
bari Café and Grill, a great
place to get refreshments
and snack before continu-