Progress at the Ritz, Aruba

The Ritz-Carlton in Aruba has been moving along. I drove by there yesterday and snapped a photo of the construction site. It doesn’t look like much, but the foundation is apparently finished and the framework has begun to rise. Take a look.

This hotel is supposed to be the last one built on Palm Beach. We’ll see. The traffic circle nearby is complete with the exception of the landscaping in the middle. This was an improvement for traffic flow along the main highway as well as to the immediate inland neighborhoods. Aruba has grown by leaps and bounds since my first visit many years ago. It makes you wonder, how far will it go?

Published in: on August 3, 2011 at 12:29 pm  Comments (2)  
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Coming soon… adult pool.

The Marriott Hotel in Aruba is building an adults only pool. This sign showed up on the promenade connecting the hotel with the Ocean Club.

Just in case you’re confused as to how to dress and enjoy this kind of thing, they also posted this photo.

Anyone who has the pleasure of staying at the Marriott, let me know how this project turns out so I can update the blog here at The Bent Page.

Published in: on August 2, 2011 at 8:32 am  Leave a Comment  
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Disney In Aruba?

There are some strange constructions on the island of Aruba. This one caught my eye in Seroe Preto, near San Nicolaas. It’s the site of a Disney-like castle that is lit up with Christmas lights during the season. Here it is during the day, in summer.

That’s quite a piece of work. The next photo shows the view from up there, which is equally impressive.

Finally, here is the direct Disney connection, a painting on the wall.

Snow White and her seven Arubian dwarfs are on display. Come Christmastime, I look forward to checking this place out when it’s shining bright against the Caribbean sky.

Bon dia.

Published in: on August 1, 2011 at 10:52 am  Comments (1)  
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Hollywood Smokehouse update…

During my last visit to Aruba, the Hollywood Smokehouse and Diner had just opened in my favorite town of San Nicolaas. Well, upon arrival, I made plans to stop in for some great food and, man, was I well-satisfied. Mike, the owner, was there. He updated me on new things on the island before setting me up with a couple of brisket platters for take away. And here’s the sight to behold:

That’s a beef brisket platter with cole slaw, potato salad, and beans for the low price of afl. 22.00. (About $12 US) Fair enough and plenty filling. That brisket will cut with a fork so forget the knife. Plus, chatting with Mike and the other patrons enhances the experience if you eat in. On you way to or from Baby Beach or just rambling about the island, don’t miss the Hollywood Smokehouse and Diner. Most excellent and highly recommended. Here is a shot of the menu card.

And the opposite side showing the location and the story of the place.

No excuses! Get there and fill in your bikini.

Published in: on July 31, 2011 at 12:52 am  Leave a Comment  
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