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              Aruban born and bred Steve Francees has a passion for photography. Being a local photographer he knows the hidden
              gems of this island and captures them in an amazing way. As a Family and Landscape photographer Steve is ready to create
              your next ‘vacation memories’, morning and/or sunset shots. T: (297) 738-0777, M: stevefrancees@hotmail.com,
              www.instagram.com/stevefrancees and www.stevefrancees.com



            Palm Beach                                                                         Local Fishing boat







































            Did you know that palm trees have a life span of 75 to 100 years and there are 2600 species
            of palm trees? Some species can grow till 70 meters high too. The first hotel in this area was   Living on an island gives you many opportunities to learn fishing and
            the Hotel Basi-Ruti, a bungalows style hotel. The location of this hotel is now where RIU is. Just   sure this is my hobby too. This style of fishing boats are very common
            like Eagle Beach this area has also white beaches and is home to many big chain resorts.   here in the Caribbean and in Aruba. This little fishing boat can with-
                                                                                              stand strong wind and waves that will leave you with an open mouth
                                                                                              and the experienced fisherman know how to navigate thru any cur-
            Mangroves at Mangel Halto                                                         rency to reach the best fishing spots and back. I took this photo at
                                                                                              Rodgers Beach on the right site where all fishing boats anchor.
                                                                                               Fun Family vacation memories









































                                                                                              I still remember like it was yesterday about all our family vacations
            Basically Mangel Halto has two type of beaches. On the west it’s rocky with white sand and   and just thinking about them gives me a sense of joy again. Vacation
            also there is a pier where you can do a nice dive jump into the light blue water. The other   memories will last forever and there are some poses that will bring
            side is totally different and is covered by mangroves that give a lot of shade and the water   back sweet memories in the future. Kids love fun shots and with some
            is not deep but if you go more into the sea you will find an amazing underwater world just   creativity you can have amazing family photos. Marcel is a Major
            perfect for snorkeling. This drone photo is from the mangrove site of Mangel Halto.   and Bruca is a Captain both serving in the military and sure Eloy will
                                                                                              follow their steps. An amazing photo shoot with this family.
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