Aruba Today (January 9, 2009)

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Thursday, January 8, 2009
On Top Of The News Email: [email protected] Website: www.arubatoday.com Thursday, January 8, 2009
“New Class for the Police School”
INSIDE TODAY
WORLD NEWS
FIGHTING RAGES
Oranjestad, Aruba: To alleviate the need for personnel in the 15 people in service of the Aruban Police force to follow basic
Police force of Aruba, the ministerial counsel approved to take police training. Continued on Page 3
Winners won cash money this year
An Israeli soldier sits in Tamara Llanes won 10 thousand florins
an armored vehicle before
heading into the Gaza Strip,
near Israel’s border with Gaza
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009. Israel in the Renaissance Campaign
tentatively welcomed a proposal
Wednesday from Egypt and
France for a Gaza cease-fire Llanes said. This time Mrs.
and briefly halted its offensive
Llanes bought a gift for
to allow aid to reach civilians,
but also gave the military a her sibling and took home
green light to press ahead with a whopping Afl. 10.000, -
its assault on Hamas.
cash prize. Owner of Rage
See INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Mrs. Marny Wever was
SPORTS NEWS very happy that one of her
SENT PACKING clients had won this prize,
and was present at the
giving of this prize.
The second prize went to
Mrs. Elfrida Goeloe, who
bought a dress at Javaruba.
Mrs. Elfrida’s sister, who
saw the dress, recommended
it to her sister as a beautiful
dress she could wear to her
Christmas dinner.
Continued on Page 2
In this Aug. 28, 2008 file photo,
Dallas Cowboys cornerback
Adam Jones gestures to the ORANJESTAD - During the be filled out and deposited
crowd before an NFL preseason
end of the year campaign, in a prize box. Mrs. Tamara
football game against the
Minnesota Vikings in Irving, Renaissance Marketplace Llanes, shopped just before
Texas. Troubled cornerback gifted his clients cash money. Christmas at Rage. This is a
Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones was
To have participated in this tradition that all her special
released by the Dallas Cowboys
raffle would have been gifts are bought at Rage, so
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009
following a season in which he easy. Buying an amount of as to get a special gift for
had no interceptions and was
Afl. 10, - in any store or her loved ones.
suspended six games for an off-
restaurant the client would “Rage gifts always stay
field fight.
See Sports Today have received a coupon to so nicely wrapped” Mrs.
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
Tamara Llanes won 10 thousand florins
in the Renaissance Campaign
Continued from Front Page Mr. Croes did his Christmas shopping at
She struck it lucky in way and won herself Rage. Congratulations to all the winners
Afl. 2500, - cash. The third prize, a sum and Renaissance Marketplace would like
of Afl. 1000, - went to Mr. Richard Croes. to wish all a good start to the year 2009.
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
Technicians of Canon at Antraco Aruba
Group have achieved their ATSP
Boekhoudt, Ronald Kelly, Congratulations to all the
Karel Dirksz and Guiseppe technicians and Antraco Aruba
Yarzagaray, Manager of the Group with this prestigious
technical department. accomplishment. 
This year Antraco Aruba is quite difficult. It takes more be well prepared to deal with
Group managed to acquire than just “know how” in the servicing and maintaining
the Silver Level of the mechanical software issues, these machines. Antraco
Association of Technical but also the ICT requirements Aruba Group strongly believes
Service Professionals, better come into play. Today the in properly training their
known as ATSP. Canon machines are more of personnel, to provide the best
With this achievement, a “Solutions Center” than just service possible in the field of
Antraco has been recognized a copier, you can send/receive technology.
to have a very high level of faxes remotely, scan, access On the picture we can see:
service in the Latin American the internet and much more. Robert W. Croes ll, Managing
Canon Organization. All these features require Director, the technicians,
The exam to reach this level that the technicians have to Benito Gomes, Sydney
POLICE The 15 Aspiring students are:
Continued from Front Page T. van der Biezen, E. Carolina, J. Cornes, R.
Continued In total a group of 133 people applied Dinmohamed, J. Figaroa, C. Franken, J. Gomez,
and the commission selected a group of 15, based J. Kock, E. Lacle, V. Lispier, A. Maduro, Y.
on their personality exam, medical exam, and Richardson- Petit, A. Vrolijk, A. Webb y F.
background check. Werleman.
The 2008 class, started with the course and These people will be attending the basic police
yesterday they visited the chief of police, Mr. P. training for two years and they have to finish 13
de Witte accompanied by their mentor Mr. Eddy modules successfully, to then be put in service
Ras and chief of personnel and organization of at the Department of Surveillance of the Aruban
the police force, Mrs. Maria Dirks. Police Force.
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At The Westin Resort, Aruba
Families enjoy Stargazing
PALM BEACH - One of the new amenities offered in Westin’s
Discovery Program was recently introduced at the resort.
Stargazing is offered every Tuesday evening, allowing guests to
view the nighttime sky through state-of-the-art telescopes.
The stars shine bright in the Caribbean sky, and families enjoy
gathering on the resort’s pool deck for an evening of stargazing
orchestrated by Westin’s
Director of Fun, Marielle Smeets, and her team.
The Discovery Program takes the family vacation experience to
a new dynamic.
Typically, resorts often offer kid’s clubs and activities geared
toward the under five-year olds. The Westin takes that concept
several steps further, implemented a menu of activities geared
towards tots, tweens, teens, adults, and seniors; with many of
those activities and programs, like Stargazing,
tailored to bring the entire family-no matter the age-together.
The Westin delivers an “Industry Best” total family experience
creating further value for guests, offering “a balance of engaging,
unique, memorable and compelling activities for all age groups
that is different, better and special.”
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
In their store at Royal Plaza
Little Switzerland hosted a VIP party for their clients
ORANJESTAD - The employees at the main could only be referred to as a “VIP Party”.
store of Little Switzerland, located at Royal This event offered special discount prices,
Plaza dressed up to meet their guests. The never seen before, to their clients and special
jewelry store rolled out the red carpet to their guests.
clients and special guest to a special event that Continued on Next Page
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
In their store at Royal Plaza
Little Switzerland hosted a VIP party for their clients
Continued from Page 5 watches, jewelry, D’asgenta pieces, Llardo
“Even though we are widely popular and not to exclude their new collection
amongst the tourist, the local market is pieces by John Hardy for men and women,
important to us, and we regularly hold and also celebration by Tiffany & Co
events to spoil our locals as well.” So said Charms.
Vanesss Hollander, Marketing Director for Especially for the quest, there was a raffle
this region, before announcing the winners of a very beautiful piece of the very famous
during the event at Little Sitzerland, located Llardo of the Santa Family. The winner of
at Royal Plaza Mall. this beautiful piece was Mrs. Nancy Maya.
“We prepared discount corners that reached On the attached pictures one can appreciate
up to 75% discounts, what we normally some of the moments of this event, and
never do in our stores.” also the winner of the raffle receiving their
Especially for the VIP party, Little price.
Switzerland offered special prices on their
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Monday till Friday from 8 am to 6 pm
Palm Beach 4G
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
Dutch and Antillean MPs finally start talks about future
meeting, which irritated the Caribbean islands.
the Dutch delegation.
Later on, Dr Oduber and At the moment, Aruba and
Finance Minister Nilo the Netherlands Antilles
Swaen agreed to address are separate autonomous
the meeting after all. It is regions within the Kingdom
thought one reason for their of the Netherlands, enjoying
unwillingness to speak may different degrees of self-
have been the presence government. This is now
in the Dutch delegation set to change, with the
of Hero Brinkman, an break-up of the Netherlands
MP for the right-wing Antilles seeing two of
Freedom Party who is the islands, Curacao and
known for having accused St. Martin, following the
Aruba’s administration separate-status autonomy
of being corrupt. example set by Aruba. The
remaining three islands of
The Dutch MPs and their the Netherlands Antilles
counterparts from the - Bonaire, Saba and St
Netherlands Antilles and Eustatius - will become
Aruba will this week be special municipalities,
discussing the planned under direct rule from The
ORANJESTAD - After and the parliaments of
constitutional reforms in Hague.
several hours delay, the latest the Netherlands Antilles Aruba’s Prime Minister
round of twice-yearly talks and Aruba has finally got Nelson Oduber and
held between delegations underway on the island of three ministers initially
from the Dutch parliament Aruba. refused to address the
Caribbean Tankers, Little-Changed
From Last Week, May Soon Fall
The cost to transport crude oil from the of crude oil and depressing demand from
Caribbean on Aframax tankers may fall refineries for voyages.
after little change last week, amid weak Gasoline inventories rose 808,000 barrels
demand from refiners, a broker said. to 208.1 million barrels in the week ended
Aframaxes today were hired for an average Dec. 26, a Dec. 31 Energy Department
rate of Worldscale 202.5, according to New report showed. Crude oil supplies rose
York-based Poten & Partners and Houston- 549,000 barrels to 318.7 million barrels.
based Lone Star, R.S. Platou. WS 202.5 is Refineries operated at 82.5 percent of
about $38,145 a day after expenses, such as capacity, the lowest level since the period
fuel and port fees. ended Oct. 10 when the Gulf Coast was
Rates closed last year at WS 320. recovering from hurricanes Gustav and
That’s because the market adopted 2009 Ike.
Worldscale rates based on record ship-fuel Worldscale points are a percentage of a
prices, meaning a lower Worldscale price nominal rate, or flat rate, for more than
is needed to give owners the same daily 320,000 specific routes. Flat rates, quoted
income. in U.S. dollars a ton, are revised annually
“It reflects no real change from last week, by the Worldscale Association in London
it’s steady across the board,” Bruce Kahler, to reflect changing costs.
a Lone Star broker, said in a telephone The Caribbean is the world’s third-
interview from Houston. “We’re going to largest Aframax-tanker market, after the
have a downturn, no one is moving oil, Mediterranean and Southeast Asia. An
they don’t need it.” Aframax is the most common tanker used to
Slowing U.S. economic growth has cut move oil in the region. It can carry 600,000
demand for gasoline, increasing stockpiles barrels of oil. 
A8 THE EDITOR’S CHOICE THE EDITOR’S CHOICE A9
Thursday, January 8, 2009 Thursday, January 8, 2009
Red Sail Spor ts Aruba Come to Moby Dick’s for a whale of a time
Beachside Dining in that ‘just right’ atmosphere
for all sail cruises N e w W h a l e S p e c i e s o n A r u b a
Matthew’s Beachside Restaurant
With Red Sail Sports Aruba PASEO HERENCIA – Moby Dick’s
fibreoptic cables. The stairway is lined by
Sunset Sailing along Aruba’s was a long time in the making, but the
EAGLE BEACH – Located at Opening Hours scenic Coastline wait is now over. This week the bar an impressive painting which runs along
Casa del Mar resort in Eagle Daily from 7:30am till 10:00pm the complete wall.
went open for business, and the kitchen
Beach, Matthew’s is the brain child PALM BEACH – Red Sail The menu promises to be a true seafood
will be operational this weekend. What
of Stefan Legger, who owned and Daily Happy Hours Sports is excited to let every-
lovers dream. Lobsters, fresh fish fillets,
opereatd Rumba Bar & Grill for Noon - 1:00pm one know about its Catamaran a truly beautiful restaurant this is.
shrimps, Moby Dick’s has everything
6 years. Matthew’s redefines the 4:00pm - 6:00pm (with live music) Sailing program. A perfect The interior on both floors is studded
concept of a beachside restaurant, 9:00pm - 10:00pm combination of romance and with artwork, amazing glass carvings, on the menu. There is of course a land
delivering an exquisite blend of relaxation, the moonlight lubbers section for those who are so
and both floors are dominated by a
fine dining and comfort food with For Resevations & Information call: sail along the scenic Aruban disposed. The wine list is impressive
fountain with water running from
that ‘sand on your toes’ feeling. Tel: [phone] coastline offers food, drinks,
to say the least, and the cocktails are
The staff is extremely friendly and music and more. Nibble on ceiling to floor along multicoloured lit
definitely worth a taste.
demonstrate very clearly that they tantalizing snacks while you
are there for one thing; you. sit back and enjoy the sounds guests to all the best snorkeling spots
Moby Dick’s is open for lunch
of live Caribbean music. The in Aruba, including Aruba’s most
Also being a very wanted venue for open bar offers a variety of famous snorkel spot – the wreck of as well. The chef has made a
events and weddings, it very advis- tropical cocktails, includ- the Antilla where you can see yel- well rounded, extensive menu
able to call and make a reservation, ing some Aruban specialties lowtail snapper, angelfish, blue head for you to choose from. You will
but if you want to just give it a go, – be sure to ask the friendly wrasse and dozens of other tropical
find what you want, whatever
no problem. Matthew’s has a great crew for a Captain’s Special! fish. Red Sail Sports also offers a
bar which will keep you abreast of Aruba’s trade winds provide Sunset Sail where you can relax with your craving may be at that
all the action, whether it’s sports on the ideal conditions for sailing a cocktail and enjoy the spectacular time. The staff is amongst the
one of their 3 TV’s, or what cock- all day long aboard Red Sail Aruban sunset. A Sunset Sail is truly friendliest on the island, ever so
tails the bartenders can whip up Sports top quality, well main- the best way to watch the sun go attentive to your every whim.
for you. Besides breakfast, lunch tained catamarans. If a sunset down on your Caribbean holiday.
So long story short, for
and dinner, Matthew’s offers all sail is a little late for the kids, To make reservations or for more
unbelievable seafood in unique
you can eat spareribs on Tuesdays, you can set sail on Red Sail information call Red Sail Sports
Champagne brunch on Sundays Sports’ fun-filled Luncheon at 586-1603, visit your hotel con- surroundings, go to Moby
and of course their famous daily or Afternoon Snorkel Trips. cierge or your Red Sail Sports rep- Dick’s. You’ll have a whale of
happy hours with live music at the The Snorkel Sails are safe for resentative at the Hyatt, Allegro, a time!
bar. kids of all ages and brings Marriott and Renaissance Resorts.
Get ready for a close and personal
encounter with huge, prehistoric birds!
The Aruba Ostrich Farm invites you
to meet these unique birds and learn
more about their behavior, natural in-
stinct and maybe even stand on its
enormous eggs. Our Savanna Lodge
Restaurant serves ostrich delicacies,
Bring this ad for a
chicken dishes, salads, vegetarian
dishes and offers a breathtaking view 20% discount on the
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At the Crystal Theater
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
“Havana Dance,” is the hottest Cuban show on the island
dance.
“Havana Dance” is the
biggest stage production
in the Caribbean, featuring
Cuban dancers and
entertainers directly from
Havana. The show delivers
a purely Cuban spectacle,
with a cast of 12 female
ballerinas, 4 male dancers,
2 singers and 3 acrobats,
performing a fresh program
accompanied by live Cuban new visual concept. The at the concierge’s desk at the
music performed on stage by custom-designed costumes Renaissance Aruba Resort.
a genuine Cuban orchestra, are sensual, daring, colorful, Other ticket vendors include
consisting of 5 professional and luxurious and set the De Palm Tours and
ORANJESTAD - The Dance” explodes on stage Cuban musicians. This “Havana Dance” apart from Pelican Adventure Activity
elegant Crystal Theater with a thrilling mix of Latin live dance AND live music any other cabaret. Centers at the resorts. A
sparkles with all the & Cuban music, colorful combination as seen in our Producer Steve Hudson who special dinner & show
excitement of Las Vegas as costumes and high energy, pictures, is ‘first of its kind’ enjoyed an unprecedentedly- package is also available in
on the island. successful seven-year run conjunction with the L.G.
the magnificent “Havana contemporary Cuban
While the greater part of with his previous “Let’s Go Smith’s Steak & Chop House
the “Havana Dance” review Latin” review, conceived for US$89.- per person.
enjoys predominantly and created an exciting and For additional information
Cuban flavor, the show is much-evolved new must-see and reservations call the
graced with a truly unique spectacle. Crystal Theatre at Tel.: 583
Caribbean choreography, Tickets for “Havana Dance” 6000, ext. 6115, between 9
and many tropical touches. are US$ 49.- Children under a.m. and 5 p.m. After 5 p.m.,
“Havana Dance” unfolds 12 pay US$25.- call tel.: [phone] ext. 6357.
on a two-tiered stage, with Tickets are available at Don’t miss an opportunity
entrances and exits to and the theater box office, to be greatly entertained
off the arena at different Renaissance Aruba Resort, by the sizzle of “Havana
esaki hteaightns, owbhicoh pFreseenbts ra 1a9nd 2ca0n a0lso8 be purchased Dance.”
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
The Shoe that Breathes
Geox concept store opening
at Renaissance Mall
across the Caribbean, and
negotiated with the Italian
brand with the intention
of opening more regional
outlets.
The Geox shoes are
perfect for the tropics, as
the perforated soles allow
all the moisture naturally
trapped inside ordinary
shoes, to leave.
And while it is natural
for feet to sweat, Geox
keeps feet healthy and dry,
smelling sweet, and at the
same time preventing water
and debris from entering.
The concept store now
under construction at the
ORANJESTAD – A new air come in and excess heat Renaissance Mall will
concept store will soon escape.” offer extensive collections
be checking into the “It’s a genial concept,” for kids, because the shoe
Renaissance Mall and he continues, “and people is especially beneficial
delivering the promise of who stand and walk during for super-active children
happy feet to Aruba. many working hours will who tend to sweat as
The brand destined to find that feet wearing Geox much as adults, in high
revolutionize the way we are happy, and are never temperatures.
feel about shoes is Geox bothered by the heat.” Hospitality workers, and
and the new store will carry You are invited to try a pair anyone relying on cool,
a large selection of styles of Geox shoes for yourself comfortable feet, will
for kids and adults, both and enjoy an unexpected surely find Geox the best
ladies and gents. discovery which you will buy ever, a good fit at the
The very popular Italian then want to share with right style, at a fair price.
brand has stores prominently fellow-islanders, neighbors, Geox shoes which hail from
located in every large city friends and above all family Italy, have been sold in the
across Europe and in every members. USA for the last 10 years
stylish shopping mall. The new Geox concept and are now taking the rest
After buying the first pair, store in Aruba is planning of the world by storm.
just out of curiosity, most to spread the good news
individuals find themselves
totally sold on the brand.
They start wearing the
state-of-the-art Geox shoes
every day.
“The shoes look
tremendous,” says a
company spokesperson,
“they have a contemporary
chic design, yet the reason
why the Geox brand took
off like wildfire in both
Europe and the US is the
patented technology which
calls for micro-pores, small
holes punctured in the
soles, allowing the shoe “to
breathe,” basically letting