Cheap Aruba Vacations

Luxury upgrade to VIP treatment at this Palm Beach all-inclusive resortThe Occidental Grand Aruba All Inclusive is a memorable vacation spot featuring a white sandy beach and crystal clear water. Snorkeling, kayaking and sailing are among the many aquatic activities. Occidental Grand Aruba  offers a chance to upgrade to luxurious comforts at the Royal Club. The Royal Club, a boutique hotel found on the 7th, 8th, and 9th floors of the resort, boasts a club-like atmosphere and offers concierge level service and spacious rooms luxuriously equipped with Etro toiletries, fruit basket, plush bathrobes, and suites that feature hydro-massage bathtub. The club also offers two meeting spaces, in-room dining, private areas, preferred seating at the a la carte restaurant, and complimentary high-speed Internet access at the lounge and members-only area in the reception area. Highlights Palm Beach location offers excellent stretch of coastline with many water activitiesRoyal Club offers a VIP, five-star experience with private lounge and concierge servicesSix restaurants and five cocktail bars in-house RoomsRooms at the Occidental Grand Aruba All Inclusive are decorated in an elegant Spanish colonial style. Amenities include satellite TV, a telephone with data port, Wi-Fi, an in-room safe, and a full bath with shower and hydro-massage tubs. Royal Club-level suites have marble floors, private balconies, CD and DVD players, and a stocked mini-bar. DiningSix restaurants serve cuisine from around the globe, including Italian (L'Olio), Mexican (El Ovido) and eclectic fusion (Zen Pan and Desire Caribbean). Breakfast and lunch is served in grand buffet style at The Palm, and hearty snacks-to-order are available at The Beach Club. Expertly mixed cocktails are poured at five bars, which are scattered around the hotel pool, beachside or in elegant lounges. RecreationSnorkeling, kayaking, SCUBA or sailing lessons and trips are all house specialties, along with beach games. Little ones ages 4 to 10 can take part in supervised activities at the Kids Club. Additional babysitting is also available. Sound, the in-house nightclub, has dancing and DJs nightly. The casino, with its $2,000 nightly bingo prize, will resume play in February 2011. Live shows go on nightly in the casino's theater, and Cuban cigars are legal here. TransportationQueen Beatrix International Airport (8.25 mi/13.25 km) Attractions Pedernalis (1 mi/1.6 km)Bubali Bird Sanctuary (1.5 mi/2.4 km) Business Wi-Fi available throughout the Occidental Grand Aruba All InclusiveBusiness center with five PC stations, printers, copier, fax machine, courier and concierge serviceThree ballrooms with 20,000 square-feet of flexible event space can accommodate up to 800 Policies and feesGuests must be 21 to check in.

Spacious timeshare villas with lazy river and pool on Palm BeachThis family-friendly timeshare resort offers a home away from home with its fully equipped, spacious villas, and some key places to unplug: the Marriott's Aruba Surf Club expanse of Palm Beach, and its winding lazy river. More aquatic fun can be had at the pool areas, while activities specific to younger guests, including arts and crafts and video games, are available as well. Highlights Marriott Vacation Club Resort on Palm BeachLazy river and fun, active pool areaSpacious villas with fully equipped kitchensRestaurant and pool bar on-site RoomsSun-bleached cotton bedding and sky-blue hues decorate this room, along with granite tops along the fully equipped kitchens of each one-, two- or three-bedroom villas at the Marriott's Aruba Surf Club. DiningWhile visiting the Marriott's Aruba Surf Club, hanging out at Seaworthy's Pool Bar is crucial. They serve drinks and a light lunch. Captain's Galley is American-style breakfast, lunch and dinner. For finer dining, guests are directed to the nearby Marriott's Ocean Club and Aruba Marriott Resort's restaurants, which include Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and a sushi bar. Guests are also welcome to visit local grocery stores or cook in-room, and supply their own drinks while lounging. RecreationFloat for hours in the gentle current of the lazy river, or stop time at the serenity pool. Palm Beach is just steps away. Families can play together or make arts and crafts at the in the Kids Maze-Matey's Hall. Those ages 12-17 and their game-loving friends who dare to click along and participate can hang at The Den, which has PS3 and Wii games. Free weights, exercise equipment and complimentary fitness classes are at hand at the Helmsman Fitness Center in the Marriott's Aruba Surf Club. Transportation Aruba International Airport (7 mi/12 km) Attractions Pedernalis (0.9 mi/1.5 km)Bubali Bird Sanctuary (2.3 mi/3.6 km)Red Sail Sports Aruba (3.4 mi/5.5 km) Business High-speed Internet access in public areas and guest roomsMeeting rooms

Recently renovated Palm Beach strip spot with spa and fitness centerThe Palm Beach strip location of the Brickell Bay Beach Club means it is surrounded by restaurants and night life, and is just a short walk to the beach. But there are plenty of wonderful ways to spend time on the property, too: a tropical fresh water pool, three restaurants and two bars (including a swim-up bar) make hanging out a simple task. The fitness center has new workout machines, and Botox treatments are available in the spa. HighlightsMassages, manicures/pedicures, and Botox treatments in the Orchard SpaFreshwater pool surrounded by native plantsFull menu served all day at Tomato Charlie'sTwo bars in-house, and one is a swim-upMarcel Water Sports activity desk on-siteFree nightly turn-down serviceFree wireless InternetFresh fruit daily in each room RoomsEach of the 98 sun-drenched rooms or suites at the Brickell Bay Beach Club has been recently renovated. All of the rooms are decorated in dazzling white and sandy taupe colors, and have cool tile floors and flat-screen plasma TVs. DiningSpontaneous types will love the fact that breakfast for dinner is possible at Brickell Bay Beach Club, as the entire menu at Tomato Charlie's is served from 7 a.m. to midnight. Also on the property are Benihana and Hooters.  Mere seconds away are the Brazilian Steakhouse, Amazonia and Aqua Grill. Should any of these fail to please, take a short walk to Brickell Bay and choose from over 20 restaurants in that area. RecreationThe Orchid Spa is a tranquil spot for massages, manicures/pedicures or a face-freezing Botox treatment. Brickell Bay Beach Club has a concierge who will negotiate plans with Marcel Water Sports, the in-house stop for parasailing or jet ski outings. The fitness center was recently updated with new recumbent bikes, elliptical machines and treadmills. TransportationCozumel International Airport (4 mi/6.2 km) Attractions Pedernalis (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Bubali Bird Sanctuary (1.6 mi/2.5 km) Red Sail Sports Aruba (2.7 mi/4.3 km) Business Free high-speed Internet access in lobby and business centerBusiness center with two PC workstations (sessions limited to 30 minutes)