Alto Vista Chapel, Aruba

The Alto Vista Chapel in Aruba overlooks the Caribbean Sea on the east side of the island. This quaint place of worship is unique on the island. There are many larger churches scattered about, but this one stands off by itself. Here’s a short video to give you and idea of the place.

Still an active place of worship, the Alto Vista Chapel also hosts weddings and other religious ceremonies. It is a stop on many of the regular island tours as well as a popular destination for people to come and pay their respects. It had been a location in my novel, An Island Away, but was cut from the final draft. I’m working to include it in the sequel, Under A Blue Flag, but we’ll see.

Bon dia from Aruba!

Published in: on November 12, 2008 at 11:17 am  Leave a Comment  
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Old Man and The Sea Restaurant (video)

The Old Man and The Sea Restaurant opened in the summer of 2008. It has quickly become a favorite among Aruba’s visitors as well as the locals. I posted some photos of the restaurant several months ago. Now, I’d like to share this video, which gives a better impression of the space.

You can see that the tables are well-spaced for a romantic dining experience at the edge of the Caribbean Sea. The food here is inventive and quite good. I’ll be enjoying another supper here soon, so check back for more photo and videos.

Many scenes from my novel, An Island Away, take place in actual locations that can be seen in Aruba. The Old Man and The Sea restaurant has found its way into the sequel, Under A Blue Flag. A pair of characters go there for a dinner one night only to have it interrupted by a fortuitous incident.

Bon dia from Aruba!

Published in: on November 11, 2008 at 10:39 am  Leave a Comment  
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Renaissance Mall, Aruba (video)

Keeping with the theme of shopping in Aruba, here is a video of the Renaissance Mall located in Oranjestaad. It is just a few steps from the cruise ship terminal as well as much of the main shopping area in town. Mostly high end stores, a few good restaurants, and a nice place to get out of the sun from time to time.

With all this shopping, it’s a wonder anyone gets to the beach on this island!

Published in: on November 10, 2008 at 10:30 am  Comments (1)  
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Paseo Herencia Mall, Aruba (video)

The Paseo Herencia shopping mall is located near the high rise hotels in Aruba. This video shows some of the shops and restaurants that are located there. There are a few more but you get the idea. Take a view.

There are many more shops and carts selling jewelry, T-shirts, and other small items along the promenade leading to the mall. So, take your time and find exactly what you want. Bon dia!

Published in: on November 9, 2008 at 10:20 am  Leave a Comment  
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