This Week in Aruba January 19-24th 2019: Present by One Happy Podcast
Release Date: 01/20/2019
EP128: Aruba Curt and Andrea talk Covid 19 and Aruba
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Friend of the show Andrea James and I talk about the Coronavirus impact on our personal lives and what we hope happens for the island of Aruba. This was recorded in April.
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EP127 - Regina and Aruba Curt talkin pandemic and our love for Aruba
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Recorded in April, Aruba Curt and Regina talk about how the Covid 19 pandemic has affected their personal lives. We also commend Aruba on how they have handled their unique situation as a contrast to how the United States has handled theirs.
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EP126: Cindy and Rob's Virtual Aruba Vacation
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Today I am being joined on the podcast by the Otoski’s, Cindy and Rob. Rob and Cindy are both long time visitors to the island and friends of the show. While on the island they split time between the Renaissance and the Marriott, giving them a multifaceted view of the Aruba vacation experience. Together they are part of the group that founded and runs the Renaissance Oceans Suites Aruba Timeshares Facebook or ROSAT for short. Rob and Cindy were actually supposed to be on the island at the time of recording but because the world is all sorts of upside down now instead...
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EP125:Marlene Purcell is helping to make sure No Child Goes Hungry in Aruba
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On episode 125 of One Happy Podcast I talk with Marlene Nichols Purcell who lives on the island of Aruba. Marlene has been a guest on the show on many other occasions (EP32 and EP115) and today she is here to give me a glimpse into what life on the island is like during the Covid 19 pandemic. Among the topics Marlene and I talk about on this episode of the show are: What an island devoid of tourists is like What measures the island of Aruba is taking to flatten the curve A new foundation formed to help feed the children of the island And more Businesses...
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Episode 124: Catching Up With Aruba Ray Ellin
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Joining us today is Ray Ellin from Aruba Ray's Comedy, and he's here to give us a run-through of the terrific lineup of Aruba Comedy happening down in the island for the rest of this month and the beginning of February. On this most recent trip to the island I ran into Ray at the Holiday Inn which is the new venue for Aruba Ray's Comedy and it is fantastic. Not only is the space larger than past Aruba Ray Comedy venues, but the centralized location of the Holiday Inn cannot be beat. Also, there is a new piano bar across the hall from the comedy show called the Palicoco which is a...
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One Happy Podcast - Episode 123 The Return of One Happy Podcast with Aruba Curt and Maggie
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In this episode of One Happy Podcast, I am being joined by Maggie. I know it has been a long time since we have spoken but after this episode, you will understand why. Over the last several months my life has been completely turned upside down, but now that things are starting to normalize, its time to get back to recording. In this first episode, you not only learn the story of why the podcast has been dormant but also we talk about the fact that we are returning to Aruba at the end of the month. Some preparations have already been made for our next visit to the...
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EP122-B: 2019 Aruba March Trip Report - Part 2
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Today I bringing you the second part of my March 2019 Aruba trip report. This was actually recorded a while ago, but due to technical difficulties was not released until just now. On this episode, we talk about some of the restaurants we visited during the second part of our trip, including a couple of new ones. We also talk about adopting our kittens from the Aruba animal shelter and the process of securing a flight home for those kittens. Also, we talk about the Airbnb we used for the second half of our trip to the island. So if any of this sounds...
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EP122-A: 2019 Aruba March Trip Report - Part 1
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Hey all! Maggie and I are down in Aruba as of this moment for our first vacation trip in the island for 2019 and we’re here to give you a blow by blow report of our experience so far. Upon departing, we left Delaware on Friday night to fly out of BWI. We stayed at the Sheridan this time around which was great and ate some really good crab cakes which are Maryland’s specialty. After that, it was an early start the next morning for a 4 ½ flight to Aruba. 1ST DAY We chose Amigo for our car rental and saddled into our Kia Picanto. It’s a great little car that’s ideal...
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This Week in Aruba - FEBRUARY 15-21, 2019
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Grand Children's Parade When: February 17 (Sun) / 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Route: Aruba Entertainment Center - EX DOW, Oranjestad The biggest children’s parade includes all of the island’s different Carnival groups to form Aruba’s Grand Children’s Carnival parade. Hundreds of children enjoy the opportunity to show off their dancing skills and colorful costumes. Held in downtown Oranjestad. OTHER CARNIVAL EVENTS: La Ora Loca Jump Up When: February 15 (Fri) / 8:00 pm - 1:00 am Where: Santa Cruz La Ora Loca (“the crazy hour” in Spanish) a popular tradition...
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EP121: Aruba Ray's Comedy Returns to Aruba 2019
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Today I have a very special returning guest who hasn’t been around for a while. Master comedian “Aruba” Ray Ellin joins us once again to talk about the return of Aruba Ray Comedy to One Happy Island this coming 4th of February to the 3rd of April. Aruba Comedy is a New York-style comedy show held at the Marriott-Stellaris featuring a top notch line-up with his fellow master comedians. Trip Advisor rated it as #1 on Tripadvisor in the “Nightlife” Category, the “Fun Activities and Games” Category, and the “Show” Category. For more information about the line-up and...
info_outlineThis week in Aruba is evolving yet again and I hope you enjoy these changes we are making. On this episode we talk about the following:
- What food items people pack when coming to the island
- Grocery store cost comparisons between Aruba and the United States
- KYSS Bags
- When is it appropriate to pack for Aruba
Additionally there is a new segment called “The Good, the bad and the ugly”. And of course we talk about a couple of events happening and the cruise ship port schedule for timeshare week 3 of 2019.
Children & Youth Carnival Queen Election (January 19, 2019)
- The Children & Youth Carnival Queen election is when Aruba chooses its youngest Carnival Queens.
- Carnival excitement builds as Aruba elects its first queens of the season.
- Contestants in the Children’s Carnival Queen election are 6-9 years of age.
- Youth Carnival Queen contestants are aged 13-17.
- All demonstrate their carnival spirit through dance performances, speeches and carnival shows.
- Venue: Aruba Entertainment Center at 7.00 p.m.
Aruba's Carnival Queen & Mrs. Carnival Elections (January 24, 2019)
- Aruba's Carnival Queen & Mrs. Carnival election and coronation will take place at Aruba Entertainment Center (Oranjestad)
- The central figure of Carnival in Aruba is the Queen.
- The role of the Carnival Queen is to lead all the street parades and to make a public appearance that promotes Carnival. The carnival queen represents the Aruban carnival at home and abroad during her reign.
- The queen is elected during the carnival period and represents one of the many Carnival groups.
- In addition to the Carnival Queen election, there is also a Carnival Youth Queen election, Carnival Children's Queen election and Mrs. Carnival.
| SHIP | OPERATOR | TIME | CAPACITY |
| January 18 (Fri) TOTAL: 1,952 | |||
| Arcadia | P&O Cruises | 8:00am - 5:00pm | 1,952 |
| January 19 (Sat) TOTAL: 4,256 | |||
| Zuiderdam | Holland America Line | 1:00pm - 11:00pm | 1,916 |
| Norwegian Dawn | Norwegian Cruise Line | 8:00am - 5:00pm | 2,340 |
| January 20 (Sun) TOTAL: 4,768 | |||
| Koningsdam | Holland America Line | 7:00am - 5:00pm | 2,650 |
| Columbus | Cruise & Maritime Voyage | 8:00am - 4:00pm | 1,578 |
| Freewinds | International Shipping Partners | 11:15pm (departure) | 540 |
| January 21 (Mon) TOTAL: 8,306 | |||
| Monarch | Royal Caribbean Cruises | 8:00am - 6:00pm | 3,647 |
| Jewel of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises | 8:00am - 11:00pm | 2,501 |
| Celebrity Summit | Celebrity Cruises | 7:00am (arrival) | 2,158 |
| January 22 (Tue) TOTAL: 8,162 | |||
| MSC Magnifica | MSC Cruises | 8:00am - 6:00pm | 2,550 |
| AIDAdiva | AIDA Cruises | 9:30am - 8:00pm | 2,050 |
| Celebrity Summit | Celebrity Cruises | 5:00pm (departure) | 2,158 |
| Rotterdam | Holland America Line | 7:00am - 11:00pm | 1,404 |
| January 23 (Wed) TOTAL: 3,680 | |||
| Caribbean Princess | Princess Cruises | 7:00am - 5:00pm | 3,140 |
| Freewinds | International Shipping Partners | 6:00am (arrival) | 540 |
| January 24 (Thu) TOTAL: 7,551 | |||
| Serenade of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises | 8:00am - 11:59pm | 2,490 |
| Carnival Freedom | Carnival Cruise Line | 12:00nn - 10:00pm | 2,980 |
| Queen Victoria | Cunard Line | 7:00am - 6:00pm | 2,081 |