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wnysnow · 11-19-2010, 01:13 PM

HI,

Just wanted your input on the difference in the Divi Resorts. I have RCI points that will allow you to trade into the Divi Resorts and Casa del Mar. Occidental forces you to go all inclusive.

In your opinion, which Divi should I be looking to trade for?

Cheers,
Susan

*Andrea J.* · 11-19-2010, 01:24 PM

my first choice would be the DIVI PHOENIX as it is right on the beach.
my 2nd choice would be DIVI DUTCH as it is pretty close to the beach but is not as upscale....certainly not dumpy.
my 3rd choice would be DIVI VIllage /Golf. some of the units greatly need a refurbishment and many do not..many are band new.......but it is a bit of a walk to the beach that is across the street.

OR
a 2 bedroom Presidentials at Casa Del Mar, although imo none of their units rival DIVI, but their beach is awesome.

*Arubalisa* · 11-19-2010, 01:27 PM

Would depend upon--

1. Palm Beach OR Druif Beach

2. Oceanfront OR Walk to the beach?

Divi Phoenix is on Palm beach, on the beach and has the new "beach towers"
Divi Village is directly across the street from the beach between the Divi Resort and Tamarijn. Units are in the process of being renovated.
Divi Links are the new units but furthest from the beach
Divi Dutch Village is set BEHIND the Tamarijn and a short walk to the beach, but limited palapas if that is a "must" for you

This map shows you the location of the resorts with the exception of the Phoenix which is on Palm Beach

http://www.divigolf.com/resortMap_Aruba.html

wnysnow · 11-19-2010, 01:52 PM

Sounds like I should opt for the Divi Phoenix. Are they all timshares with full kitchens and a king sized bed? Can you use the facilities at all the Divis?

Thanks,
Sue

*Andrea J.* · 11-19-2010, 02:08 PM

i do not think DIVI facility use is interchangeable.

the divi phoenix 1 bedrooms have a king sized bed and the kitchens are complete kitchens.

*Arubalisa* · 11-19-2010, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrea J.

i do not think DIVI facility use is interchangeable.

Correct...the Phoenix does not offer an all inclusive package optional and do not have reciprocity of facilities with the other Divi properties.

wnysnow · 11-19-2010, 06:27 PM

Your information really cleared things up for me. I am off to the RCI website to see what is available.

Thanks,
Susan

P.S.

Is it on par with the Renaissance?

*Andrea J.* · 11-19-2010, 06:47 PM

In answer to your Renaissance on par question..........

the renaissance suites/timeshare units are not as "on par" (is that diplomatic/politically correct) as the DIVI Phoenix or the Divi Golf Links timeshares.

the kitchens are more complete at the DIVI.
the 1 bedrooms are larger at DIVI.

what the Renaissance "has" is their private island!!

please do not yell at me

.........i love the renaissance

and this is only my opinion

wnysnow · 11-19-2010, 07:21 PM

Andrea,

On the contrary, I appreciate your honesty! We have only had experience with the Renaissance and the Marriott Ocean Club. We love both, but prefer the Ren because of that Private island. That's why we own two weeks there.

On the other hand, we own other timeshares in NY and Fl that could be traded with RCI for Divi, and I think any vacation in Aruba is worth taking! So happy that the Divi Phoenix is such a great place! I will keep you posted on what trade I get. We will be going to the Renaissance Aruba in April. With RCI I think I will trade out for something at the Divi next Fall.

Cheers,
Susan

mattnewhampshire · 11-19-2010, 08:11 PM

One other big diff is the Divi Phoenix is a high-rise and is in the thick of the Palm Beach hubbub. The Divi Golf and Dutch are in the low rise area and a lot quieter

11-19-2010, 01:13 PM	#11 (permalink)
wnysnow Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Alto Vista Chapel, Renaissance Island, Arashi Beach Posts: 207	Different Divis HI, Just wanted your input on the difference in the Divi Resorts. I have RCI points that will allow you to trade into the Divi Resorts and Casa del Mar. Occidental forces you to go all inclusive. In your opinion, which Divi should I be looking to trade for? Cheers, Susan Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in

11-19-2010, 01:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	my first choice would be the DIVI PHOENIX as it is right on the beach. my 2nd choice would be DIVI DUTCH as it is pretty close to the beach but is not as upscale....certainly not dumpy. my 3rd choice would be DIVI VIllage /Golf. some of the units greatly need a refurbishment and many do not..many are band new.......but it is a bit of a walk to the beach that is across the street. OR a 2 bedroom Presidentials at Casa Del Mar, although imo none of their units rival DIVI, but their beach is awesome. 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.

11-19-2010, 01:27 PM	#13 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,685 Images: 174	Would depend upon-- 1. Palm Beach OR Druif Beach 2. Oceanfront OR Walk to the beach? Divi Phoenix is on Palm beach, on the beach and has the new "beach towers" Divi Village is directly across the street from the beach between the Divi Resort and Tamarijn. Units are in the process of being renovated. Divi Links are the new units but furthest from the beach Divi Dutch Village is set BEHIND the Tamarijn and a short walk to the beach, but limited palapas if that is a "must" for you This map shows you the location of the resorts with the exception of the Phoenix which is on Palm Beach http://www.divigolf.com/resortMap_Aruba.html Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

11-19-2010, 01:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
wnysnow Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Alto Vista Chapel, Renaissance Island, Arashi Beach Posts: 207	Divi Selection Sounds like I should opt for the Divi Phoenix. Are they all timshares with full kitchens and a king sized bed? Can you use the facilities at all the Divis? Thanks, Sue Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in

11-19-2010, 02:08 PM	#15 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	i do not think DIVI facility use is interchangeable. the divi phoenix 1 bedrooms have a king sized bed and the kitchens are complete kitchens. 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.

11-19-2010, 06:27 PM	#17 (permalink)
wnysnow Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Alto Vista Chapel, Renaissance Island, Arashi Beach Posts: 207	Thanks for the info Your information really cleared things up for me. I am off to the RCI website to see what is available. Thanks, Susan P.S. Is it on par with the Renaissance? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in

11-19-2010, 06:47 PM	#18 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	In answer to your Renaissance on par question.......... the renaissance suites/timeshare units are not as "on par" (is that diplomatic/politically correct) as the DIVI Phoenix or the Divi Golf Links timeshares. the kitchens are more complete at the DIVI. the 1 bedrooms are larger at DIVI. what the Renaissance "has" is their private island!! please do not yell at me .........i love the renaissance and this is only my opinion 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.

11-19-2010, 07:21 PM	#19 (permalink)
wnysnow Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Alto Vista Chapel, Renaissance Island, Arashi Beach Posts: 207	On Par Andrea, On the contrary, I appreciate your honesty! We have only had experience with the Renaissance and the Marriott Ocean Club. We love both, but prefer the Ren because of that Private island. That's why we own two weeks there. On the other hand, we own other timeshares in NY and Fl that could be traded with RCI for Divi, and I think any vacation in Aruba is worth taking! So happy that the Divi Phoenix is such a great place! I will keep you posted on what trade I get. We will be going to the Renaissance Aruba in April. With RCI I think I will trade out for something at the Divi next Fall. Cheers, Susan Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in

11-19-2010, 08:11 PM	#20 (permalink)
mattnewhampshire Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 204	One other big diff is the Divi Phoenix is a high-rise and is in the thick of the Palm Beach hubbub. The Divi Golf and Dutch are in the low rise area and a lot quieter Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________