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Chadd · 08-30-2009, 12:17 AM

Today I ran into two co-workers that went to Aruba because of my big mouth. One of them is thinking of coming back in November when I come down. Another couple is coming in a month or so and yet another was listening to us talk about the island and is planning a trip.

I'm not looking for a lot, a free room or car for a few days would be nice. Ideally, they could just grant me residency. It wouldn't cost anything and eventually the country starts making money off my taxes when I move down. It's a win-win situation for everyone.

*Andrea J.* · 08-30-2009, 08:05 AM

I hear ya!
Can you just imagine the commission / finder's fee many of us should be pocketing? ;-)

andrea

Bill · 08-30-2009, 10:31 AM

Been there done that. I just keep my mouth shut now. Not really, how can you?

rob o · 08-30-2009, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Bill

Been there done that. I just keep my mouth shut now. Not really, how can you?

It's tough, but I've learned that you need to.....we've had casual acqauintances decide to "join us" on vacation when they're not really welcome. That's the danger when travelling in a group. Word spreads and people start inviting themselves.

*Arubalisa* · 08-30-2009, 11:19 AM

Cha-ching! I hear the sounds of an economy that is improving!

Bill · 08-30-2009, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by rob o

It's tough, but I've learned that you need to.....we've had casual acqauintances decide to "join us" on vacation when they're not really welcome. That's the danger when travelling in a group. Word spreads and people start inviting themselves.

OMG, we had the same thing happen! Does this sound familiar? "Guess what? We booked the same trip as you. Isn't that great"? We don't speak any more

cindyo · 08-30-2009, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill

OMG, we had the same thing happen! Does this sound familiar? "Guess what? We booked the same trip as you. Isn't that great"? We don't speak any more

Neighbors don't necessarily make good traveling buddies...

Tipitina · 08-30-2009, 03:13 PM

We enjoyed our 8th visit to the island in early July. I read this board all the time and have learned so much from all of you. I thought that I'd chime in on this topic.

We have had the same issue. When friends have asked to join us in Aruba, we say that Aruba is a wonderful place to visit and would encourage them to do so, but this is our one family vacation of the year and it is very special to us. They have 100% appreciated the response and respected our wishes.

We travel with just our immediate family, my husband and myself along with our two adult unmarried kids, 22 and 25.

Sitting on the beach under a palapa and hearing all the squabbling going on amongst large groups of extended family members or friends has made us realize that traveling with a group is not the way for our family to enjoy the magic and relaxation of Aruba. It seems that the family members or friends who are not on the beach are the ones being talked about by the others!

Chadd · 08-30-2009, 04:57 PM

My wife said her parents were asking when we were planning on going next. It sounds like I'll be spending my entire trip on dive boats.

*Andrea J.* · 08-30-2009, 05:00 PM

when we have traveled to aruba and friends joined in...................they stayed at divi and we were at lacabana. 1 mile away! PERFECT.
we'd get together for drinks b4 dinner or dinner or casino
not spend the whole day.

andrea

08-30-2009, 12:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
Chadd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arikok Antilla Natural pool Posts: 1,226	Comission please Today I ran into two co-workers that went to Aruba because of my big mouth. One of them is thinking of coming back in November when I come down. Another couple is coming in a month or so and yet another was listening to us talk about the island and is planning a trip. I'm not looking for a lot, a free room or car for a few days would be nice. Ideally, they could just grant me residency. It wouldn't cost anything and eventually the country starts making money off my taxes when I move down. It's a win-win situation for everyone. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

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08-30-2009, 08:05 AM	#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	I hear ya! Can you just imagine the commission / finder's fee many of us should be pocketing? ;-) 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.

08-30-2009, 10:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
Bill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Any beach, party, bar or Casino!!!!!! Posts: 1,030 Images: 3	Been there done that. I just keep my mouth shut now. Not really, how can you? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ BW

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08-30-2009, 03:13 PM	#8 (permalink)
Tipitina Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 1	We enjoyed our 8th visit to the island in early July. I read this board all the time and have learned so much from all of you. I thought that I'd chime in on this topic. We have had the same issue. When friends have asked to join us in Aruba, we say that Aruba is a wonderful place to visit and would encourage them to do so, but this is our one family vacation of the year and it is very special to us. They have 100% appreciated the response and respected our wishes. We travel with just our immediate family, my husband and myself along with our two adult unmarried kids, 22 and 25. Sitting on the beach under a palapa and hearing all the squabbling going on amongst large groups of extended family members or friends has made us realize that traveling with a group is not the way for our family to enjoy the magic and relaxation of Aruba. It seems that the family members or friends who are not on the beach are the ones being talked about by the others! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

08-30-2009, 04:57 PM	#9 (permalink)
Chadd Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arikok Antilla Natural pool Posts: 1,226	My wife said her parents were asking when we were planning on going next. It sounds like I'll be spending my entire trip on dive boats. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

08-30-2009, 05:00 PM	#10 (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 we have traveled to aruba and friends joined in...................they stayed at divi and we were at lacabana. 1 mile away! PERFECT. we'd get together for drinks b4 dinner or dinner or casino not spend the whole day. 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.