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a $15 million dollar Renovation and Re-branding; Formerly Aruba Sonesta Beach Resort |
ORANJESTAD, ARUBA (November 17, 2003) - The Renaissance
Aruba Beach Resort & Casino is pleased to announce it is currently
finalizing a $15 million dollar renovation. From October 30
- November 2, 2003, as part of the final phase of the resort's rebirth,
the property hosted 30 key travel industry influencers who participated
in the resort's "Advisory Council." Throughout the weekend, discussion
topics ranged from the relaunch of the "brand new" piece of paradise to
raising awareness of the resort's stellar amenities, array of activities
and the property's expansive physical presence.
Renovations The resort's extensive renovation, which began in June 2003, encompasses all guest rooms, common areas, select restaurants and lounges, pool and deck areas, and landscaping. The renovation activities will be completed floor-by-floor, and broken into two phases. Phase 1 of the renovations was completed in October 2003, and Phase 2 is set to be completed by Dec. 2003. The Renaissance Aruba Beach Resort & Casino's 560 rooms and suites are redesigned with warm and inviting color schemes, including upgraded bedroom and bathroom amenities, and new soft goods, furniture and high speed internet access. Guests can enjoy the best of both worlds when are offered a choice between accommodations at the family friendly, relaxing atmosphere of the resorts' suites at the Beach Tower, or in the Marina Tower for those seeking the nightlife and excitement of the casinos, shopping and the waterfront. Common areas such as corridors, elevator landing areas, and the airy lobby, will also feature new furniture, carpeting, and wall coverings; all with consistent, harmonizing color tones. The recently renovated Marina Tower pool area now features lush landscaping surrounding a cascading pool. The refurbished deck area includes new elegant patio furniture and umbrellas. Finally, two of the property's restaurants, L'Escale and Brasserie, will present new fare served in a completely redecorated atmosphere. The Renaissance Aruba Beach Resort & Casino is located on the waterfront, just a 10-minute drive from Queen Beatrix International Airport and within walking distance of the vibrant center of Oranjestad. The resort also offers guests exclusive access to Aruba's only private beaches on breathtaking Renaissance Island. A private, 40-acre tropical oasis, Renaissance Island is for use exclusively by guests of the Renaissance Aruba Beach Resort & Casino. Complimentary water taxis transport guests to the island, and towels and chaise lounges are available upon arrival. The retreat features two private beaches and the exclusive Spa Cove which can be rented for a half or full day. Renaissance Island also features multitudes of water sport options, tennis, a fitness room, and delicious fare served at the Seabreeze Bar and Restaurant. Guests of the Renaissance Aruba Beach Resort & Casino can also enjoy gaming excitement in a choice of two casinos. The casually elegant Crystal Casino offers the island's only 24-hour casino. The Seaport Casino, the only waterfront casino in Aruba, offers all games of chance and a race and sports book with live satellite links to most major events. Recently awarded Aruba's top resort for overall product and service, the Renaissance Aruba features 15 restaurants serving a variety of mouthwatering fare, 3 meticulously landscaped swimming pools, a full-service spa and fitness center, 6 bars and lounges, an endless array of water sports, more than 100 upscale shops, a performance theater with a nightly live Vegas style show, a 6-theater cinema and a conference center with 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting space with state of the art technology and equipment. Accommodations at the resort include 560 well-appointed rooms and suites in the resort's two towers, the Marina Tower and Beach Tower. The sensational new rooms in the Marino Tower feature one king or two double beds, high speed internet access, minibar, coffee maker, safe, iron station and a step-out balcony. Stunning new one-bedroom suites in the Beach Tower feature a king bed, a living room with a queen sofa bed, large bathroom, a wet bar (minibar, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker), and a balcony or patio. All suites have high speed internet access. The Renaissance Aruba Beach Resort & Casino is part of Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean and Mexico Resort's portfolio of nine resorts in seven locations throughout the Caribbean and Mexico. The information contained in this electronic mail is confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any reproduction, transmittal or other dissemination of this message is strictly prohibited. |
Contact:
Marriott International www.arubarenaissance.com |