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AAA is taking steps to
IMPROVE the passenger
EXPERIENCE:
Free Wi-Fi, remodeled VIP Lounges, renovations
and new F&B outlets at Aruba Airport
ARUBA Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) in its efforts Revamp of restrooms completed by the end of July 2015.
to continuously improve the passenger experience at The public restrooms located at gates 2, 6 and 8 A number of changes are also in the works for the food
the airport, has initiated, and is near completion on a within the departure terminal areas are currently and beverage offerings at the airport to include the
number of new and exciting projects. being remodeled and refurbished and expected to be expansion of the current Haya Sushi outlet located
completed by the end of the third quarter of this year. within the Main Concession Area; conversion of the
Free Wi-Fi Additional gate area restrooms will also be built in the former Haya Sushi area into a healthy fresh food and
The planning and installation of a new and improved area between gates 4 and 5 and are expected to be beverage concept called Freshii; two additional coffee
Wi-Fi system has been started and completion is completed by year’s end. kiosks will also be added into the complete mix in
planned by the end of the third quarter, or perhaps order to service our passengers both within the Main
sooner. This will include free Wi-Fi throughout F&B renovations and expansions Concession Area and at our gates 1 and 2 areas; The
the public areas of the airport terminal and allow AAA together with Airport Hospitality Industry N.V. current location at gate 7 (Binah Coffee Shop) will
passengers to use their personal Wi-Fi devices while (AHI) have been diligently working on renovating, be redeveloped and turned into a Juan Valdez unit
passing time at the airport. expanding and creating new concepts for the food serving both coffee, other beverages and food items.
and beverage offering at the airport. The most recent
Non US Plaza area addition to the F&B offerings at the airport have been An area of approximately 400 m² will be developed
The area between the Non US check-in terminal and the newly relocated Segafredo area together with and constructed by both AAA and AHI between gates
the arrival terminal, the so called NON US plaza area, a completely new Quiznos outlet situated at gate 4 and 5 and will entail the addition of three new
is in its final stages of completion, and includes new B (remote gate area). Further short and long term F&B concepts: A champagne/wine bar concept, a
furniture for the meters, greeters and passengers plans have been determined in cooperation with AHI health food concept (Freshii) and an Asian concept,
comfort and relaxation. The new and improved and will result in renovations of certain F&B outlets, including an additional seating area capacity of
departure experience will include a farewell (picture expansion with new F&B outlets and additional approximately 100 - 150 seats. This area is set to be
moment) wall branded with the Aruba logo, and concepts of F&B to improve the overall quality of completed by the first quarter of 2016.
a new F&B area with an expanded seating area to service delivered on this front to the passengers. “Passenger’s expectations for airport amenities are
create a comfortable environment for guests wishing ever changing, and we are very much committed
to grab a bite to eat with family and friends before On the short term AHI will start renovations of both to meeting those expectations. As we work on
they depart on their flight. VIP lounges located upon departure at gate 2 and 8. streamlining the passenger processes and making the
The renovations will entail expansion of the areas, airport easier to navigate over time, we are working
Passengers leaving to Non US destinations will now remodeling of the interior and revamping of the VIP in collaboration with our airport partners to provide
enjoy the same relaxing atmosphere that was created furnishings. This project will provide a new look and those services and facilities that passengers expect
a few years back for US Bound passengers. In addition, feel to the VIP lounges and provide facilities to meet and provide a world class airport experience for
the extension of the tensile covered walkway in front the increasing sophistication and expectations of VIP the visitors of Aruba.” says Mr. James Fazio, CEO of
of the arrival terminal area is also part of this project. and high-end travelers. Both VIP lounges are set to be Aruba Airport Authority N.V.
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