Why You Need to Book a Trip to The Ritz-Carlton Aruba
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My family just returned from an amazing trip to The Ritz-Carlton Aruba. From the time we arrived on the property, I felt catered to and pampered. In other words, exactly what every mom needs!
The name Ritz-Carlton is synonymous with class and luxury, and the Ritz-Carlton Aruba lives up to its name. You can trust me on this. I have traveled the world, and I can tell you this resort is unforgettable.
Aruba is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with white sand and crystal clear water. It looks like a postcard!
Visiting such a beautiful place and staying at such an amazing resort should go on your family’s bucket list ASAP. Let me tell you some of the reasons why.
The Amazing Views
Aruba is beautiful. Full stop.
Add in a glamourous resort with well-designed views and you have a winner. The Ritz-Carlton Aruba is a stunningly unique beachfront oasis that also exhibits the diverse influences of the vibrant culture and treasured history of Aruba.
The views from Palm Beach are stunning, and fortunately, we even had these views from our hotel room.
I’m talking Instagram-worthy views for days!
We woke up to gorgeous beachy sunrises and went to bed listening to the ocean.
We were also blessed with amazing weather during our trip. That is no surprise - Aruba has more sunny days than anywhere else in the Caribbean does!
Delicious Dining
As a mom, nothing says vacation like not having to cook.
At the Ritz-Carlton Aruba, not only did I get out of cooking, but I got to enjoy delicious food.
We ate at BLT Steak, which is a take on an American steakhouse. The steak and seafood there was to die for!
We also enjoyed Solanio, which is where the resort hosts its breakfast buffet. This restaurant is ideal for families because there is something even for the pickiest eater.
There are several other restaurants on-site, including a sushi bar: The Divi Sushi Bar & Lounge.
An Exciting Kids Club
In my family’s travels, we’ve found that advertised “Kids Clubs” are hit or miss.
I’m happy to report that Ritz Kids was a huge hit with my girls!
Ritz Kids is designed for kids 4 to 12 years old and offers a variety of themed games and activities, many of which teach kids about Aruba.
My girls loved getting to participate in fun hands-on learning activities and spend time crafting.
In fact, they begged us to go to Ritz Kids and were sad when we said we had to do some adults activities.
Pool and Beach Amenities – Including Luxury Cabanas
Another huge selling point was the swoon-worthy cabanas your family can reserve.
We did this and it was over-the-top amazing!
Not only did we protect our skin from the hot sun, but we also got to lounge around in a beautiful spot while dining on fresh food platters.
We all felt like celebrities. Personally, I would live in that cabana if I could.
While you must reserve the cabanas, there are plenty of chairs for guests.
Plus, they offer a wide variety of non-motorized water sport activities, such as paddle boarding, snorkeling, and water hammocks.
A Dazzling Casino
I can’t talk about the Ritz-Carlton Aruba without mentioning its awesome casino. It is, by far, one of the nicest I have been to in a resort.
This sparkling space has 15 traditional table games, slot machines, and more!
Plus, they host live entertainment and complimentary beverages in the casino.
Our time spent in the casino was full of wins and fun.
Health and Safety
I’ll end by addressing the elephant in the room – the worldwide pandemic. Yes, my family traveled during the pandemic, and I am happy to report it is possible to do it safely.
The Ritz-Carlton Aruba is currently open to international guests, but pay attention to government travel requirements before you book your visit. For example, all guests who enter Aruba are required to provide a certified negative PCR test.
As a mom, this actually made me feel better. Yes, it is an extra “thing to do,” but it ensures everyone at the resort is healthy.
Truthfully, I felt safer at the Ritz-Carlton Aruba than I do in many places back home in the States!
Here are some of the other things the resort is doing to keep guests safe and healthy:
Face coverings are required in all indoor locations
Occupancy limits
Contactless check-in and mobile service requests
Enhanced cleaning protocols
Hand sanitizing stations
Electrostatic sprayers with hospital-grade disinfectants
Temperature screenings
On-site testing for guests who need a negative test to reenter their home country
The Ritz-Carlton Aruba was sparkly clean and everyone working there kept their distance while still making sure we had everything we needed to have a dream vacation.
As you plan your family’s vacations for 2021 and 2022, be sure to put the Ritz-Carlton Aruba at the top of your list!
