Young man dies after car plunges into the sea at Malmok

0 Early Saturday morning, around 5:30 am, police swiftly responded to an emergency near Tres Trapi Beach, where a car had plunged into the water. The driver, a 21-year-old man, is believed to have lost control of the vehicle before it entered the...

U.N. condemns U.S. embargo on Cuba for a 33rd year, but Washington’s stand draws bit more support

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Parliamentarian Jennifer Arends-Reyes: “Excellence and commitment are key factors contributing to the success of our tourism industry”

Member of Parliament Jennifer Arends-Reyes attended the annual AHATA Excellence Awards 2025 ceremony — an event dedicated to honoring and recognizing outstanding achievements within Aruba’s tourism sector. During an evening filled with emotion,...

Fundacion Zinnia Presents the New “Amigo Didi” Logo: A Symbol of Responsibility on the Road

Fundacion Zinnia officially announces the launch of the new “Amigo Didi” logo, marking an important step in the development of this flagship program, which promotes safety and responsible behavior on Aruba’s roads. The new logo represents both a...

New logo unveiled for the local designated driver campaign

0 Fundacion Zinnia has officially launched the new “Amigo Didi” logo, marking an important step in the development of this flagship program, which promotes safety and responsible behavior on Aruba’s roads. The new logo represents a visual and...

“Turning the Tide” premieres in the Netherlands to inspire collaboration

After its premiere in January of this year in Aruba, the documentary “Turning the Tide” is crossing the ocean to share Aruba’s story with the rest of the world. This week, the unique documentary – which focuses on Aruba’s coral reef and mangrove...

A Highly Productive Weekend for the COA Athletes’ Commission

President of the Aruba Athletes’ Commission and Carlos Santiago share insights from the Athletes’ Forum This past weekend, the Aruba Athletes’ Commission (AAC) experienced a busy and productive series of activities, centered around Saturday’s...

Episode CCCXXVII -327L All Hallows’ Eve

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From the classroom to The Pavilion: Students took part in the Autentico Culinary Festival

0 The Autentico Culinary Festival became a valuable learning platform for local students, giving them the chance to gain hands-on experience and showcase their skills at The Pavilion. Recognizing the importance of involving young talent, the Aruba...

From the Classroom to The Pavilion: Student Participation in the Autentico Culinary Festival

The Autentico Culinary Festival served as a valuable platform for students to learn and actively participate in The Pavilion event. The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) recognized the importance of involving students in the festival to give them...

The island’s ongoing trash issue rears its ugly head again

A few months ago, our news team reported on a large accumulation of trash in San Nicolas. One area in particular—Bottom Hillweg—proved especially problematic and has once again become Aruba’s latest illegal dump. Our team recently revisited Bottom...

I spent a week in the Caribbean. There are 5 items I'm glad I brought, and 3 I wish I'd packed.

2025-10-27T19:08:31Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky WhatsApp Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app When I traveled to Aruba, there were some items I'm glad I...

AHATA Excellence Awards 2025: 38 Professionals Honored for Their Outstanding Contributions

The prestigious AHATA Excellence Awards event, organized annually by the Aruba Hotel & Tourism Association (AHATA), culminated on Saturday evening. More than 250 guests attended an unforgettable night in the ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba,...

Authors and Illustrators from Curaçao and Bonaire to Participate in the Children’s Book Festival

The Biblioteca Nacional Aruba is in full preparation for its Festival di Buki pa Mucha (Children’s Book Festival). The festival will last an entire week, during which a group of children’s book authors will visit many schools. The Biblioteca...

National Education Congress Caribbean 2025: Building Together for Next Generation Learning

Next Generation Learning – Embracing Talent and Fostering Well-being From October 28 to 31, 2025, the National Education Congress Caribbean will take place across Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire. This leading conference brings together education and...

Mall-o-ween Week Kicks-Off at Paseo Herencia

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AHATA Excellence Awards 2025: 38 professionals recognized for outstanding contributions

0 The prestigious AHATA Excellence Awards, organized annually by the Aruba Hotel & Tourism Association (AHATA), concluded last Saturday night. Over 250 guests attended an unforgettable evening in the ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, where 38...

Otmar Oduber: “Now perhaps they understand the checkmate game of not having a Plenipotentiary Minister!”

In an interview on Enfoke Tuesday afternoon, Otmar Oduber, former PPA parliamentarian and current advisor to the PPA faction, made strong remarks. During his forceful statement in the public meeting on the HOFA Kingdom Law, the leader of the...

Five new palapas installed at Rodger’s Beach

On Monday morning, we visited Rodger’s Beach in San Nicolas to inspect five newly installed palapas. This project is a collaboration between the Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) and the Department of Public Works (DOW), focusing on the renovation...

UN Praises T&T For Leadership And Regional Contribution

From 51 founding members to 193 Member States, the United Nations has remained guided by the Charter, principles like peace and security, friendly relations and cooperation and human rights. The UN’s Resident Coordinator for Trinidad and Tobago,...