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arubavaca · 07-09-2008, 07:11 PM

hi everyone!
I am going to Aruba August 7-13, this will be my first time there, actually anywhere! I am very excited but nervous too. I was hoping I could get some assistance here on what to pack? I am going to be staying at the Westin, it looks beautiful! My friend will be coming along with me too. Can anyone help me? THANKS SO MUCH! I CAN'T WAIT!

SanNic44 · 07-09-2008, 08:46 PM

See Aruba Lisa's post on the packing. As for me, all I take is sunscreen, swim trunks, and a smile. (bottle opener, too.)

*Arubalisa* · 07-09-2008, 08:52 PM

What To Bring On Your Vacation...
Tip of the day-packing
Packing List (by Liz of NJ aruba Lover)
Items you are glad your brought with you
Dress Codes for Restaurants

cindyo · 07-09-2008, 09:12 PM

9000 bathing suits( only kidding), casual clothes, few sundresses, flip flops..summer things...check out the pack list by Liz.

Vane · 07-14-2008, 12:30 PM

Good morning

,

Pago Pago Restaurant (dress code - casual elegant), Baci Restaurant (dress code - casual elegant) and/or Azull Restaurant (casual elegant, it is at the beach, bearfoot) Azull is very romantic. Bon Bini Restaurant & Terrace Restaurant are casual (shirt and shoes required) Blossoms Restaurant (casual elegant)
To make dinner reservations in advance please send an e-mail to felisiano.hanley@westin.com Please bring your sun glasses and sunblock!
If I can be of assistance please let me know
vanessa.rasmussen@westin.com

Regards,

Vanessa

waterfun · 07-14-2008, 11:08 PM

I am new on Aruba.com. We are leaving this Friday, July 18th for our first trip to Aruba. We're staying at Renaissance Aruba (Ocean Suites) on a Marriott timeshare trade.

I have already booked reservations for:
ElGaucho Steakhouse
ABC jeep tour
Kooku Kunuku party bus tour
Our other time will be spent on Renaissance Island

Any suggestions?

*Arubalisa* · 07-14-2008, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waterfun

I am new on Aruba.com. We are leaving this Friday, July 18th for our first trip to Aruba. We're staying at Renaissance Aruba (Ocean Suites) on a Marriott timeshare trade.

I have already booked reservations for:
ElGaucho Steakhouse
ABC jeep tour
Kooku Kunuku party bus tour
Our other time will be spent on Renaissance Island

Any suggestions?

Sounds like you have been reading and doing your homework.

I would save time for enjoying Ren Island.

cindyo · 07-15-2008, 07:52 AM

waterfun- Some other thoughts for you...
1. Restuarants- a must, Madame Jeannette's, Flying Fishbone- make reservations NOW
2. Rent a car for a few days, and tool around the island
3. Book a sunset cruise, we love Palm Pleasure
4. Breakfast at Aquairus in the Marina Towers
5. Swim/Sun at Marina Towers adult only pool, have cocktails and tapas there
6. Walk the new mall down by the high risers and watch the water show. Have drinks there, or ice cream
7. Hit a few casino's. Renaissance has there own across the yard and underneath the towers
8. Stay at Renaissance island late( last boat 6:45 ish) and see the sunset from there...its gorgeous, great for pictures with the hammocks in the backround
9.Say hi to the following people on the island; Jorges, the best waiter on the island, and Iannia in Red sail sports store...tell them the boston crew says Hi
10. See the sunset at the California Lighthouse
11. Drinks at the Cafe the Plaza and listen to the music outside
Thats it for now.....cindy

*Andrea J.* · 07-15-2008, 09:44 AM

speaking from experience, i would make a reservation at Madam Janette for dinner. (closed tuesday)

dinners there are always magnificent and are in the same price category as El Gaucho.

andrea

Graham Flanagan · 07-15-2008, 02:43 PM

I would definitely plan a sunset cruise while you are in Aruba. There are many reputable companies to choose from in Aruba, however, if you have the $, I would look into the one offered by Tranquilo. Additionally, I would recommend doing the Sunday brunch at the Hyatt hotel.

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arubavaca Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	first time vaca hi everyone! I am going to Aruba August 7-13, this will be my first time there, actually anywhere! I am very excited but nervous too. I was hoping I could get some assistance here on what to pack? I am going to be staying at the Westin, it looks beautiful! My friend will be coming along with me too. Can anyone help me? THANKS SO MUCH! I CAN'T WAIT! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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SanNic44 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Savaneta Posts: 975	See Aruba Lisa's post on the packing. As for me, all I take is sunscreen, swim trunks, and a smile. (bottle opener, too.) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba's Novelist in Residence (sometimes) http://www.bentpage.wordpress.com/

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Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,111 Images: 167	What To Bring On Your Vacation... Tip of the day-packing Packing List (by Liz of NJ aruba Lover) Items you are glad your brought with you Dress Codes for Restaurants Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Cat Resource Directory ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

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cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,523 Images: 138	9000 bathing suits( only kidding), casual clothes, few sundresses, flip flops..summer things...check out the pack list by Liz. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in Next Aruba trip in

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Vane Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	Westin Good morning , Pago Pago Restaurant (dress code - casual elegant), Baci Restaurant (dress code - casual elegant) and/or Azull Restaurant (casual elegant, it is at the beach, bearfoot) Azull is very romantic. Bon Bini Restaurant & Terrace Restaurant are casual (shirt and shoes required) Blossoms Restaurant (casual elegant) To make dinner reservations in advance please send an e-mail to felisiano.hanley@westin.com Please bring your sun glasses and sunblock! If I can be of assistance please let me know vanessa.rasmussen@westin.com Regards, Vanessa Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

07-14-2008, 11:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
waterfun Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 4	1st Aruba trip - July 18-25, 2008 I am new on Aruba.com. We are leaving this Friday, July 18th for our first trip to Aruba. We're staying at Renaissance Aruba (Ocean Suites) on a Marriott timeshare trade. I have already booked reservations for: ElGaucho Steakhouse ABC jeep tour Kooku Kunuku party bus tour Our other time will be spent on Renaissance Island Any suggestions? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

07-15-2008, 07:52 AM	#8 (permalink)
cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,523 Images: 138	waterfun- Some other thoughts for you... 1. Restuarants- a must, Madame Jeannette's, Flying Fishbone- make reservations NOW 2. Rent a car for a few days, and tool around the island 3. Book a sunset cruise, we love Palm Pleasure 4. Breakfast at Aquairus in the Marina Towers 5. Swim/Sun at Marina Towers adult only pool, have cocktails and tapas there 6. Walk the new mall down by the high risers and watch the water show. Have drinks there, or ice cream 7. Hit a few casino's. Renaissance has there own across the yard and underneath the towers 8. Stay at Renaissance island late( last boat 6:45 ish) and see the sunset from there...its gorgeous, great for pictures with the hammocks in the backround 9.Say hi to the following people on the island; Jorges, the best waiter on the island, and Iannia in Red sail sports store...tell them the boston crew says Hi 10. See the sunset at the California Lighthouse 11. Drinks at the Cafe the Plaza and listen to the music outside Thats it for now.....cindy Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in Next Aruba trip in

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Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor beach bar, alto vista chapel, cooks restaurant, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 12,028 Images: 74	speaking from experience, i would make a reservation at Madam Janette for dinner. (closed tuesday) dinners there are always magnificent and are in the same price category as El Gaucho. andrea Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

07-15-2008, 02:43 PM	#10 (permalink)
Graham Flanagan Member Join Date: May 2007 Age: 41 Posts: 75	My suggestions for waterfun... I would definitely plan a sunset cruise while you are in Aruba. There are many reputable companies to choose from in Aruba, however, if you have the $, I would look into the one offered by Tranquilo. Additionally, I would recommend doing the Sunday brunch at the Hyatt hotel. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook