March 30th, 2007 Private Jet Terminal Offers VIP Lounge, On-Site Customs and Immigration, Duty-Free Shopping &More
Individual Hotels & Resorts Island-Wide Offer High End Travel Getaways to Cater to Growing Luxury Market
In response to Aruba’s growing luxury market and continuous effort to court high-end travelers, the island is proud to announce the opening of a new Fixed Based Operation (FBO) terminal for private planes. The new stand-alone facility, which opened in January and is operated by Universal Aviation under an agreement with the Aruba Airport Authority NV, offers upscale travelers a variety of convenient services including a VIP lounge, on-site customs and immigration, a duty-free shop, ample ramp and parking space as well as coordination of ground transportation, airport fees, rental car service, 24-hour security arrangements, catering and more.
Many of the island’s hotels and resorts have also recognized the demand for a more luxurious travel experience and are serving up various getaways designed specifically for discerning jetsetters looking for more out of their Caribbean jaunt. Following is a preview of some of Aruba’s most chic vacation escapes:*
Radisson Aruba Resort & Casino – Fantasy Romance
This retreat includes a five-night stay in a Plaza Club Aruba Suite, daily breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktail hour in the private Plaza Club Lounge, private check-in and concierge services. Additionally, guests enjoy a bottle of champagne, dinner at the award-winning Sunset Grille, an Ocean Couples Retreat which is a side-by-side 80 minute Aloe Vera and Rum massage followed by a Classic Spa Pedicure with a PerfectSense paraffin treatment, private beachside “Dinner by Torchlight,” prepared by the resort’s executive chef on gorgeous Palm Beach.
Rate starts at $6,375 for travel through 2007. 1.800.333.3333 or www.radisson.com/aruba
Westin Aruba Resort Spa & Casino- The Night of Your Life
This memorable evening for two includes a five-course candlelit dinner, tuxedo clad butlers and a petite orchestra (pianist, violinist and flutist) who play next to the private dance floor. Additionally, the hotel’s wine sommelier presents a bottle of Dom Perignon and offers selections from an extensive wine list to complement the meal. After dinner and dancing, the butlers escort the couple to a beachside table where they will enjoy a private fireworks display. Finally, the Presidential Suite awaits as does an enticing bubble bath in the room’s Jacuzzi.
Rate starts at $3,950 for the evening. Additional nights in the Presidential Suite start at $1,250 per night. Available year-round. 1.877.822.2222 or www.westin.com/aruba
Occidental Grand Aruba – VIP Jet Set
Lavish in accommodations in Royal Club Master Suite, private deluxe SUV roundtrip transfers from the private jet terminal, a bottle of wine, fruit basket and cheese platter upon arrival, romantic sunset dinner for two on Palm Beach that includes a bottle of Dom Perignon. Additionally, guests will enjoy a gift set including Occidental Grand Aruba signature monogrammed robes and slippers and a romantic in-room massage. Rate starts at $3,793 per person. Five-night minimum stay required. Valid through December 22, 2007. 1.800.858.2258 or www.occidentalhotels.com
Renaissance Aruba Resort &Casino; Marina Hotel- Royal Suite Adult-Exclusive
The luxurious Royal Suite offers stunning ocean views, a living room with exquisite furnishings, 50-inch high-definition plasma TV, full wet bar, an incredible balcony, a separate bedroom with king bed, 42-inch high-definition plasma TV and more. Rate starts at $1,250 per night for travel through April 12 and $850 per night for travel April 13 through December 21. 1.800.421.8188 or www.renaissancearuba.com
