Breatrix Airport Improvements, Aruba

There have been a number of improvements to the Queen Beatrix Airport in Aruba. The new terminal has been open for years now. However they continue to expand the shops and duty free area. Now they’re adding a restaurant and minimarket at the the check-in area. Here’s a photo:

Just behind the sign, it was possible to see the framework of the buildings, much of which was already completed. I would guess that time of completion during the first quarter of 2010 is fairly realistic. These amenities may serve to tamp down some of the hunger of departing passengers, which is a good thing now that the airlines don’t offer much in the way of comestibles on the plane. At any rate, be patient during your waits in the security lines and at the gates. It’s just the way it is.

Bon dia.

Published in: on December 10, 2009 at 9:32 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Rudy’s Corner, Aruba

Rudy’s Corner is a local joint in San Nicolaas, Aruba. If you’re on your way to Baby Beach, this place is easy to find. As you enter San Nicolaas, you come to a traffic circle, take the second road off of this circle and keep going straight. After the big sports park on your left, you’ll see an empty lot and then Rudy’s Corner. Here’s a shot of the exterior:

There are plenty of tables under the shade of the porch as you can see in the next photo:

Lots of foliage there and a nice breeze to keep you cool. Take a look at the menu below:

Regular readers of my blog will recognize many of those Colombian dishes. Don’t forget, those prices are in Aruban florins (1.75 flns. to the US $). You’ll also find the Sunday BBQ done here as well. So, when you’re passing through San Nicolaas you may want to stop here for a snack or a drink or both. The prices are reasonable, the people friendly, and the food filling. More than that, you can’t expect.

Bon dia.

Published in: on December 9, 2009 at 6:32 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Christmas Lights, Aruba

The Christmas lights are going up all around Aruba. Some people go to great lengths to light up their houses and businesses. They have the old standbys as well as the latest and greatest when it comes to holiday lighting. Check out this guy’s place:

I like those bells and flowers. He also has the full range of colors. Here’s another example:

Wow, glad I won’t be paying that electricity bill. Still, it captures the festive spirit of the season. If you happen to leave the island via airplane, these lights would be a fantastic sight from the sky. I’ll have to give that a try before the First of the New Year.

Bon dia.

Published in: on December 7, 2009 at 10:13 am  Leave a Comment  
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Snikkers (not Snickers)

Snikkers is a cat who loiters at Buffam’s Tropical Haven, a bed and breakfast here in Aruba.

Snikkers ambled in one day and more or less comes and goes as she pleases. Of course, she’s a friendly calico who likes you to give her plenty of attention. Then, after a quick nap, she bolts after a lizard or some other unfortunate creature.

Be kind to animals, it’s one of the keys to Heaven.

Bon dia.

Published in: on December 6, 2009 at 9:31 pm  Leave a Comment  
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