9/28/2023 0 Comments Bartender classes in dcMy Bon Bini (which means “welcome” in Papiamento) treatment included a relaxing massage with aloe to treat my sunburn from the previous day, followed by foot reflexology, all in an outdoor cabana where the sounds of a passing shower lulled me to a near sleep. They offer specialized massages, body treatments, and even luxurious Hydrafacials, which use a patented water vortex technology to cleanse and hydrate the skin. Zoia means “balance” or “poise” in Papiamento. Wind down with an appointment at the onsite ZoiA Spa, where they highlight the healing properties of Aruba’s natural resources like aloe vera and red mud. You can even learn how to kite surf or spend a day deep sea fishing. Aruba’s Red Sail Sports, located right on the Hyatt’s beach, offers water-based activities like catamaran cruises and snorkeling trips, or land-based tours like Jeep safaris and an ostrich farm excursion. ![]() Speaking of things to do, take advantage of your stunning Caribbean surroundings, if you feel so inclined, with watersports or tours. or salsa dancing lessons on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. mixology classes with a bartender on Mondays and Wednesdays on 4:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays a tennis clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. You’ll find highlights like morning beach yoga at 7:30 a.m. While it’s easy enough to spend a few days doing nothing but the pool and beach, Hyatt keeps a full schedule of wellness, dining, and family-friendly activities. A candlelit dinner here was almost too picturesque, made even more memorable by the koi we could almost reach out and touch. The menu features fresh seafood, Italian-inspired favorites, and an extensive wine list. The highlight of the dining program is Ruinas del Mar, a stunning indoor/outdoor upscale dinner restaurant that mimics gold mill ruins and is surrounded by a koi lagoon, waterfalls, and gardens. daily, while Alfresco Bar is perfect for happy hour or after dinner drinks. ![]() The Palms Beach Bar is open for drinks and bites from 10 a.m. Palms also serves lunch daily, but if you’re busy chilling by the beach or pool you might want to grab an acai bowl at Kadushi Juice Bar or casual fare at Balashi Bar & Grill. Grab a quick breakfast at the Shoko Coffee Bar or sit down to an a la carte or buffet breakfast at Palms Beachside Grill. The Hyatt Regency offers nine onsite dining options, from casual grab-and-go to upscale. And almost all rooms have stunning ocean views-waking up to those scenes never gets old. Bathrooms are fully updated and have lux waterfall showers, and other amenities include coffee makers and 65-inch flatscreen TVs. They offer single rooms with kings or two queens, or suites with one or two bedrooms, ideal if you’re traveling with the whole family. The resort’s tranquil accommodations are fuss-free and elevated, with plush beds, beachy neutrals, and full or Juliet balconies. And if you’ve forgotten yours at home, the resort has a couple of swim shops where you can find any and all essentials, including reef-friendly sunblock. ![]() Just make sure you wear (and reapply) sunscreen-the Aruba sun is no joke. As in most Caribbean spots, folks in Aruba speak English-along with Dutch, Spanish, and Papiamento, their native language. While the island is technically a Dutch colony, it’s very Americanized-if you’re looking for an Olive Garden, a Dunkin Donuts, or a Wendy’s, you can find those nearby. And check this out: guests can reserve complimentary beach palapas and pool umbrellas up to four months in advance at .Īruba is super-easy to get to from the States, with direct flights from major cities like New York, D.C., Boston, Houston, Chicago, and Atlanta. The picture-perfect beach is just as nice a place to park yourself for an afternoon-in June, the calm, crystalline water was an ideal almost-bathwater temperature that made getting out arduous. There’s a second, adults-only pool tucked on the other side of the property, fittingly called Trankilo, and featuring an infinity wall that overlooks the ocean and first-come, first-served lounge chairs-but if it’s a special occasion, I highly recommend splurging on one of the pool cabanas with food and drink service, a stocked minifridge, a flatscreen TV, and a private pool entrance. ![]() One of the best late afternoons we spent at the resort featured a daiquiri in the pool and a quick ride on the waterslide. The resort’s lush, sprawling grounds wind from the entrance and Alfresco Bar all the way down to the beach, featuring waterfalls, a multi-level koi pond, towering palms, iguanas sunning themselves, and a three-tiered activity pool, complete with a huge waterslide and a swim-up bar along the way. It’s a 359-room, family-friendly beachfront resort with two pools, a spa, and a huge lineup of amenities. The Hyatt Regency Aruba is situated in the bustling Palm Beach neighborhood on the island’s northwest coast.
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