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roadstar · 07-23-2009, 01:47 PM

Well, my better half has advised me that there will be no trip to Aruba this year. Even though we have equal say in all major decisions, seems like mine is only worth about 49%.

We did a family trip to Divi Aruba last year, and it was just pure, unadulterated joy. Superb food and drinks, and altho definitely on the hot side, but after a Canadian winter, I was more than ready for it.

I was hoping we'd be back this year, and try the Veranda Building, rather than the low-rise Vista buildings (at Divi Aruba). But, remodeling of bathrooms and a new roof have taken precedence, and the trip has been sacrificed.

I need sympathy, and if I keep typing, I just might cry .........

But for everyone that IS going on a holiday to Aruba, I wish you the best, as it really is a slice of paradise.

Roadstar

cindyo · 07-23-2009, 02:25 PM

Roadster...just book it anyway and let your wife know...this will make you 51%..

Honestly, sorry to hear you can't go...cindyo

Ginalag519 · 07-23-2009, 02:30 PM

You have my sympathy, I would hate not going to Aruba every year. I'll be poolside in 13 22 minutes (8/5/09). CAN'T WAIT

Randi · 07-23-2009, 02:31 PM

Well, I certainly understand that home reno's take a toll on the budget but perhaps you might be able to find a less expensive way to get to Aruba.

Flights, perhaps a cheaper route? Not sure where you live in Canada (I am Canadian too) but for example, if you live in Toronto (we do not) look at flying a non direct route (Air Canada is the most expensive way to fly) which saves you a few hundred dollars p.p. Perhaps, look at accommodations that are less expensive and eat out a few less times (stay at a place that has kitchen facilities). Try going at less peak travel times, if you are flexible.

Come up with a new plan and see if that might help the budget!

Kenny Maine · 07-23-2009, 02:31 PM

Just keeping looking for those deals and maybe --- just maybe your better half with change her mind!!

Jarubian · 07-23-2009, 03:04 PM

Roadstar, sorry to hear you may not be able to go this year. Belive me a had to miss the past 3 years, but this year no way anything or anyone gets in my way. I need that serenity.

Keep looking for deals, you never know.

Bill · 07-23-2009, 03:33 PM

Such a small percentage for a big decision. When there is the littlest bit of doubt (only once) I send pictures of Aruba via e-mail to my DW every day. Worked. haven't missed a trip in 15 years. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words.

*Andrea J.* · 07-23-2009, 04:07 PM

i am sorry to hear that.
roof???? who needs a roof......get one of those blue plastic tarps.

we had to put off our january trip due to "mold in the attic"
cost a king's ransom to have it removed correctly and preventative stuff put up, new attic vents and new insulation.

no aruba in the forseeable future for us.

wanna come to my house and we can make frozen drinks, play blackjack and sit in my yard on ther riverbank and pretend we are all in aruba?
unfortunately is is cool and cloudy in maine.

andrea

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Originally Posted by roadstar

Well, my better half has advised me that there will be no trip to Aruba this year. Even though we have equal say in all major decisions, seems like mine is only worth about 49%.

We did a family trip to Divi Aruba last year, and it was just pure, unadulterated joy. Superb food and drinks, and altho definitely on the hot side, but after a Canadian winter, I was more than ready for it.

I was hoping we'd be back this year, and try the Veranda Building, rather than the low-rise Vista buildings (at Divi Aruba). But, remodeling of bathrooms and a new roof have taken precedence, and the trip has been sacrificed.

I need sympathy, and if I keep typing, I just might cry .........

But for everyone that IS going on a holiday to Aruba, I wish you the best, as it really is a slice of paradise.

Roadstar

dogwriter · 07-23-2009, 04:23 PM

If you can skip the A-I, you can save by renting a timeshare at CDM or ABC from an owner and doing ala carte. We always went to the Divi, but as new owners at CDM, we got to go for two weeks and just returned Saturday. We spent less for these two weeks than for one going A-I.
Could be the compromise you need.
Walt

DANNYO · 07-23-2009, 09:55 PM

Just book it she will be packing her bags just as fast as you .Dont fight over vacation just do it.

07-23-2009, 01:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
roadstar Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: All beaches / downtown / lighthouse area Age: 57 Posts: 20	Need Some Sympathy Well, my better half has advised me that there will be no trip to Aruba this year. Even though we have equal say in all major decisions, seems like mine is only worth about 49%. We did a family trip to Divi Aruba last year, and it was just pure, unadulterated joy. Superb food and drinks, and altho definitely on the hot side, but after a Canadian winter, I was more than ready for it. I was hoping we'd be back this year, and try the Veranda Building, rather than the low-rise Vista buildings (at Divi Aruba). But, remodeling of bathrooms and a new roof have taken precedence, and the trip has been sacrificed. I need sympathy, and if I keep typing, I just might cry ......... But for everyone that IS going on a holiday to Aruba, I wish you the best, as it really is a slice of paradise. Roadstar Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,692 Images: 138	Roadster...just book it anyway and let your wife know...this will make you 51%.. Honestly, sorry to hear you can't go...cindyo 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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Ginalag519 Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 35	You have my sympathy, I would hate not going to Aruba every year. I'll be poolside in 13 22 minutes (8/5/09). CAN'T WAIT Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

07-23-2009, 02:31 PM	#4 (permalink)
Randi Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,516 Images: 9	Well, I certainly understand that home reno's take a toll on the budget but perhaps you might be able to find a less expensive way to get to Aruba. Flights, perhaps a cheaper route? Not sure where you live in Canada (I am Canadian too) but for example, if you live in Toronto (we do not) look at flying a non direct route (Air Canada is the most expensive way to fly) which saves you a few hundred dollars p.p. Perhaps, look at accommodations that are less expensive and eat out a few less times (stay at a place that has kitchen facilities). Try going at less peak travel times, if you are flexible. Come up with a new plan and see if that might help the budget! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Randi Next Aruba trip in

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Kenny Maine Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Palm Beach,and back side of island Posts: 167	Just keeping looking for those deals and maybe --- just maybe your better half with change her mind!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ [

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Jarubian Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Renaissance Hotel, Baby Beach Posts: 434 Images: 3	Roadstar, sorry to hear you may not be able to go this year. Belive me a had to miss the past 3 years, but this year no way anything or anyone gets in my way. I need that serenity. Keep looking for deals, you never know. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Love Aruba

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Bill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Any beach, party, bar or Casino!!!!!! Posts: 1,030 Images: 3	Such a small percentage for a big decision. When there is the littlest bit of doubt (only once) I send pictures of Aruba via e-mail to my DW every day. Worked. haven't missed a trip in 15 years. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ BW

07-23-2009, 04:23 PM	#9 (permalink)
dogwriter Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 105	If you can skip the A-I, you can save by renting a timeshare at CDM or ABC from an owner and doing ala carte. We always went to the Divi, but as new owners at CDM, we got to go for two weeks and just returned Saturday. We spent less for these two weeks than for one going A-I. Could be the compromise you need. Walt Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ "Vacation is what you make of it, take from it and what you leave behind."

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DANNYO Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Marriott Surf Club Posts: 1,580 Images: 1	Just book it she will be packing her bags just as fast as you .Dont fight over vacation just do it. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________