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Linda VH · 03-28-2010, 03:47 PM

We saw them setting up today when we came back from brunch. I realized it was so they could get out of work/school on Thursday and not have to set up. Said to DH "just think what a wonderful memory it will be for the kids to have camped on the beach with their family and friends". Can't wait to hear the music!

*Andrea J.* · 03-28-2010, 06:27 PM

such a wonderful tradition the arubans have!!! camping during holy week.
we have been on island during this time and they all HAVE a blast.

Eagle Beach Boy · 03-29-2010, 08:50 AM

I have heard that if they leave any mess when they pack up and leave they can not get a permit the next year.
They are responsible people.

*Andrea J.* · 03-29-2010, 08:59 AM

when they leave, the places are spotless.
prior to our son graduating high school, we spent a few Easter weeks on island.
the arubans set up those campsites real quickly, have a good old time....party, eat, drink, dance, swim, and play.....when they pack up to go home it is amazing! the breakdown and clean up is done quickly and by late afternoon on Easter monday you'd never know there were hundreds of families camping!

Linda VH · 03-29-2010, 10:25 AM

Had some good music last night for dinner on the terrace - lasted pretty late and by the time I got back from my pool trot there were no cars so off to work!

cindyo · 03-29-2010, 12:07 PM

What a nice tradition...I remember when we went one year and noticed the camp sites set up all over the place, we freaked out...But after we heard what was happening we thought how nice it was ! They deserve to enjoy their beautiful island...

sunnysmiles · 03-29-2010, 01:05 PM

I remember seeing that 2 years ago and I thought it was such a cool thing!! Sorry we missed it this year.

tangy003 · 03-29-2010, 05:39 PM

That sounds like a nice tradition.Are we as visitors allowed to join in on that?or is that strictly an Arubian thing?

*Andrea J.* · 03-29-2010, 06:23 PM

i have no idea if it is strictly an "aruban thing", i am sure you would not be kicked out, but this is "their family holiday time".

Eagle Beach Boy · 03-29-2010, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by tangy003

That sounds like a nice tradition.Are we as visitors allowed to join in on that?or is that strictly an Arubian thing?

As far as I know..... to camp on the beaches you have to have a government permit so they can regulate how many per area and make sure they do clean up when they leave.

03-28-2010, 03:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
Linda VH Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 255	Aruban's Celebrate Holy Week.....camping!! We saw them setting up today when we came back from brunch. I realized it was so they could get out of work/school on Thursday and not have to set up. Said to DH "just think what a wonderful memory it will be for the kids to have camped on the beach with their family and friends". Can't wait to hear the music! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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03-28-2010, 06:27 PM	#2 (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	such a wonderful tradition the arubans have!!! camping during holy week. we have been on island during this time and they all HAVE a blast. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook tavilas likes this.

03-29-2010, 08:50 AM	#3 (permalink)
Eagle Beach Boy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Eagle Beach Posts: 480	I have heard that if they leave any mess when they pack up and leave they can not get a permit the next year. They are responsible people. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ "El Muchacho De Eagle Beach" *Eagle Beach Boy* *Ontario, Canada*

03-29-2010, 08:59 AM	#4 (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	when they leave, the places are spotless. prior to our son graduating high school, we spent a few Easter weeks on island. the arubans set up those campsites real quickly, have a good old time....party, eat, drink, dance, swim, and play.....when they pack up to go home it is amazing! the breakdown and clean up is done quickly and by late afternoon on Easter monday you'd never know there were hundreds of families camping! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-29-2010, 10:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
Linda VH Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 255	Had some good music last night for dinner on the terrace - lasted pretty late and by the time I got back from my pool trot there were no cars so off to work! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-29-2010, 12:07 PM	#6 (permalink)
cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,692 Images: 138	What a nice tradition...I remember when we went one year and noticed the camp sites set up all over the place, we freaked out...But after we heard what was happening we thought how nice it was ! They deserve to enjoy their beautiful island... 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

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sunnysmiles Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Natural Pool, Druif Beach, Eagle Beach, California Lighthouse, Helicopter Posts: 467	I remember seeing that 2 years ago and I thought it was such a cool thing!! Sorry we missed it this year. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Laura

03-29-2010, 05:39 PM	#8 (permalink)
tangy003 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Palm Beach Age: 51 Posts: 264 Images: 25	That sounds like a nice tradition.Are we as visitors allowed to join in on that?or is that strictly an Arubian thing? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Caribbean Maps

03-29-2010, 06:23 PM	#9 (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 have no idea if it is strictly an "aruban thing", i am sure you would not be kicked out, but this is "their family holiday time". Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook