Traveling to Aruba and Curacao- 2017

Renaissance Aruba - 2017
We/I have been traveling, a lot.  Many have asked about our trips.  It feels like the first place to start is all the amazing companies and people that made it such a wonderful experience.  Don't worry, I plan to update everyone on my perceptions/experiences in getting my Dive Certification.

I cannot say enough about the Renaissance Aruba.  The hotel is beautiful, they have wonderful amenities, including their own private island with a flock of Pink Flamingos that you can feed.
Renaissance Flamingos 2017- @MeganHeil


Well worth the stop on the trip, in my opinion.  After a brief stop in Aruba we move to Hilton Curacao.  My opinion on this property is mixed.
Hilton Curacao-2017
The staff was wonderful, with lots of wonderful recommendations.  However, the service was SSLLLOOOWWW, and the property is dated.  It is definately, NOT, at the typical standards you experience at a Hilton in either Europe or the US.

The upside, amazing beaches, a zero depth pool, and of course the AMAZING - Caribbean Sea Sports.  Don't worry you will be hearing a lot more about them over the next couple of days.  The Staff (Sandra and Andrea) and Dive Instructors (Troy and Samir) where amazing and I would dive with them again in a heart beat!

My one recommendation for today is to give yourself plenty of time leaving and entering both Aruba and Curacao.  The customs/transfer process is slow.  But sometimes you have to slow down to get to see some gorgeous places. Till tomorrow - First Open Water Dive.  (AND an amazing trip on a Cameraman.  Stay Tuned!)
Reef Outside Hilton Curacao 2017

Infinity Pool Hilton Curacao 2017

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