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Today, 02:15 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Agrigento Italian Restaurant in Culinary & Culture

I wish her the very best too. Too bad her ex husband got to keep the “brand name” that guests have grown to know. Meanwhile she has to start all over...

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Today, 02:08 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Bingo - August 2022 in Culinary & Culture

So sorry for your experience. And they screwed up burgers too? Thought they were known for great burgers. Annoying for this to happen when you have...

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Yesterday, 09:02 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Escaping to Mohegan Sun in Off Topic

That’s an awful feeling and I know you must feel invaded. Thank God they caught it. Try to put it behind you and enjoy your time away!

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Yesterday, 08:55 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Desserted Island in Culinary & Culture

What comes to mind for desserts in Aruba is the warm apple tarte with cinnamon ice cream at Madam Janette. Yummy. Also I think it was at Barefoot we...

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Yesterday, 11:21 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Spiraling back up in Off Topic

It takes a lot to admit and recognize behavioral changes which many experience but do nothing about. Forgiving yourself is key. So kudos to you for...

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08-06-2022, 10:33 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Jacki's Family Trip 8/6 - 8/19/2022 in My Aruba Story

So glad you made it! Now you can put the travel day aside and get into your Aruba routine. Have so much fun making new memories!

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08-06-2022, 04:48 PM

Colette M replied to a thread spammer by private messaging in Aruba General

Another one gone thanks to you Andrea. Thank you!

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08-06-2022, 04:15 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Escaping to Mohegan Sun in Off Topic

Have a great time and happy early 70th. I would also have loved to see Pit Bull! Love him! Good luck at the casino.

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08-06-2022, 03:46 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Lisa's Adventure in Paradise 8/9/22-8/19/22 in My Aruba Story

Sounds great Lisa. Haha! You deserve it!

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08-06-2022, 10:23 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Lisa's Adventure in Paradise 8/9/22-8/19/22 in My Aruba Story

Love this story - be sure to check out the David Yurman jewelry with sparkles at Gandelman!!!!

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08-06-2022, 10:16 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Jacki's Family Trip 8/6 - 8/19/2022 in My Aruba Story

Wishing you a safe and easy travel day. Enjoy Day One!!!!

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08-05-2022, 06:17 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Lisa's Adventure in Paradise 8/9/22-8/19/22 in My Aruba Story

That’s great Lisa - a great feeling to leave work for vacation! You know it’s countdown now! I take it you are a shoe person. Lol. But they won’t...

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08-05-2022, 02:27 PM

Colette M replied to a thread August 2022 Friends and Family in My Aruba Story

What a great start to your trip report! Sorry that happened to your ankle but better it happened BEFORE your trip. Hoping you will be good to go...

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08-04-2022, 09:20 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Palapas? in Aruba General

Yes exactly Andrea. You are right. I’ve seen hotel guests fight over not having a palapa when they show up. Towel Hut guys explain the reservation...

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08-04-2022, 08:47 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Palapas? in Aruba General

I understand. My only experience is at the Marriott. If a hotel guest reserves a palapa for free through online service or chooses to pay $40 in...

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08-04-2022, 08:31 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Palapas? in Aruba General

You need to be a guest at the hotel. Hotels have their own rules.

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08-04-2022, 08:26 AM

Colette M replied to a thread How Is The Weather In September??? in Aruba General

Welcome to the forum. We enjoyed Aruba in September last year and are going again this September. No guarantee the weather will be the same as...

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08-04-2022, 07:41 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Palapas? in Aruba General

Right - the hotels allow palapas for guests only. You need to provide a room number etc. Even as a guest at the Marriott many have problems getting...

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08-04-2022, 06:51 AM

Colette M replied to a thread New here in Bonbini / Welcome

Congrats and welcome to the forum!

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08-03-2022, 12:49 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Mosquitoes problems? in Aruba General

Happy 50th Anniversary! Nowhere better to celebrate than Aruba. Enjoy.

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08-03-2022, 12:36 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Burgers? in Culinary & Culture

Awesome thank you!

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08-03-2022, 08:26 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Burgers? in Culinary & Culture

Walt, I couldn’t agree with you more. Waves makes an awesome burger and so does La Vista and Champion’s.

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08-03-2022, 08:14 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Burgers? in Culinary & Culture

Thanks Andrea. We don’t drive in Aruba so it’s easy to miss some gems like local store. Doesn’t have to be fancy. Would love to try their burgers.

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08-02-2022, 09:42 PM

Colette M replied to a thread What do you like to drink when in Aruba in Aruba General

Thank you!

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08-02-2022, 09:40 PM

Colette M replied to a thread What do you like to drink when in Aruba in Aruba General

Thank you!

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08-02-2022, 09:33 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Burgers? in Culinary & Culture

Alfie’s looks like it’s downtown. I know Local Store is in Palm Beach. But I’ve never seen it and always stay in Palm Beach. Can someone tell me...

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08-02-2022, 09:20 PM

Colette M replied to a thread What do you like to drink when in Aruba in Aruba General

Thanks Andrea! Good idea - I think you are right about the name from Jay always mentioning it. I need to find out what time their happy hour is.

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08-02-2022, 07:49 PM

Colette M replied to a thread What do you like to drink when in Aruba in Aruba General

Wow! I never had a Miami Vice but love strawberry daiquiris and pina coladas so that sounds like a win. And the ingredients in an Aruba Ariba sound...

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08-02-2022, 02:33 PM

Colette M replied to a thread Lisa's Adventure in Paradise 8/9/22-8/19/22 in My Aruba Story

Wow Lisa. You are well organized to be getting ready a week out! That’s great and the anticipation is fun! And yes I believe you can do your ED...

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08-02-2022, 08:53 AM

Colette M replied to a thread Jacki's Family Trip 8/6 - 8/19/2022 in My Aruba Story

I won’t fly alone either. I need an arm to squeeze just in case there’s a lot of turbulence. I used to have a fear of flying mostly because of...

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