Occidental Grand Resort Aruba

HOTEL INFORMATION
OCCIDENTAL GRAND ARUBA J.E. Irausquin Blvd 83 P.O. Box 218 Oranjestad, Aruba Distance to airport 5 miles, distance to town 2 miles. Overlooking the gorgeous aquamarine Caribbean Sea, Occidental Grand Aruba is located on the exclusive sands of Palm Beach just 2.5 hours from Miami. This resort is filled with Caribbean atmosphere from its charming rooms to its beautiful beaches. Aruba also boasts an international flavor with English, Spanish, Dutch and the native Papiamento all spoken on the island. With great vacation weather year round, Aruba is the perfect island destination for romantic honeymoons or great family fun. The resort has 398 rooms, which are distributed amongst two buildings each, 9 stories high amid the rambling gardens and lush tropical grounds. All rooms feature private balconies with breathtaking Caribbean views of the hotel and its surroundings. The elegant oceanfront hotel has 398 rooms and comprises of 2 nine story buildings with 2 whirlpools and 1 free form fantasy pool with cascades.

HOTEL AMENITIES Beach Parasailing ($) Pool Casino Jacuzzis: 2 Tennis Courts: 2 Snorkeling Fitness Center Sailing Beach Volleyball Paddleboats Restaurants: 3 Scuba Diving ($) Bars: 3/Swim Up Pool Bar: 1 Banana Boats ($) Shops Activities Desk Baby Sitting Services ($) Aruba Cyber Station Laundry Services ($) Car Rental ($) Business Center ($) Beauty Parlor($) Exchange Bank Tour Desk Massage Parlor ($) Ballroom Theater Kids Club Golf, nearby at Tierra del Sol, tee times booked directly with the golf course. De Palm Watersports (water activities located on-site). Medical Services (24-hour doctor on call). Spa and Fitness Center will open at later date to be announced. Temporary fitness center available at the property. In addition hotel has massage therapists available on the beach. ($) Denotes a fee may be charged.
Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.

ROOM CATEGORIES and DESCRIPTIONS 2007
Arrival/Departure Time: Check-in time: 4pm, and check-out time: 12pm Early check-in and late check-out on request, and subject to availability.
Children Policy: Children under the age of 2 years are complimentary. Children's rates apply for children 2-12 years old, when sharing room with one or more paying adults.
Maximum Occupancy: Deluxe - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Deluxe Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Grand Concierge Deluxe Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Grand Romance Deluxe Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Royal Club Luxury Oceanview - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.
Royal Club Junior Suite Oceanview - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.
Royal Club Master Suite Oceanview - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.
DELUXE, 1 king size bed or 2 double beds.
DELUXE OCEANVIEW, 1 king size bed or 2 double beds.
GRAND CONCIERGE DELUXE OCEANVIEW, 1 king size bed or 2 double beds, concierge service, turndown service, a fruit basket, a bottle of wine, a 10% spa discount and bathrobes for use during your stay.
GRAND ROMANCE DELUXE OCEANVIEW, 1 king size bed or 2 double beds, as well as bottle of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, in-room couple's massage, breakfast in bed the first morning, romantic dinner, 10% spa discounts, turndown service and a surprise gift with special romantic amenities.

Royal Club Level Rooms and Suites: All Royal Club level rooms include the resort's all inclusive features, boast elegantly appointed furniture and include all of the standard room amenities plus the following: king beds, marble floors, balcony, CD and DVD players, mini-bar, hairdryer, satellite TV, alarm clock, radio, telephone with data port, high speed internet or Wi-Fi access, in-room safe, full bath with shower and hydro-massage tubs and room service. Guests will enjoy private check-in at the Royal Club level floor, private restaurant "Royal Club Lounge" on the 9th floor open 7:00am-11:00pm, concierge services. Royal Club Level Rooms do not accommodate a rollaway.
ROYAL CLUB LUXURY OCEANVIEW, 1 king bed.
ROYAL CLUB JUNIOR SUITE OCEANVIEW, 1 king bed, enhanced sitting area.
ROYAL CLUB MASTER SUITE OCEANVIEW(*), Contains two adjoining rooms each with 1 king bed, oceanview.
(*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given.
Room amenities include marble floors, balcony or terrace, mini fridge, hair dryer, satellite TV, alarm clock/radio, telephone with data port, high speed internet or Wi-Fi access, in-room safe and full bath with shower and tub. Four rooms are wheelchair accessible. Cribs are available upon request. Additional beds upon request.

DINING
THE PALM BUFFET RESTAURANT, The main restaurant features buffet dining and offers a wide variety of International cuisine. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner. Breakfast Buffet - 7:00am-11:00am Lunch - 12:00pm-3:00pm Dinner - 6:00pm-10:00pm
THE BEACH CLUB, This delightful spot is open for light a la carte luncheons. This is considered a snack restaurant and is open for lunch. Open from 12:00pm-4:30pm
L'OLIO, Enjoy excellent Italian specialties and fine a la carte dining in L'olio's charming setting. Open for dinner only. Open 6:00pm-10:00pm, reservations required.
EL OLVIDO, Tex-Mex Specialty Restaurant. Dinner only, a la carte, reservations required. Open 6:00pm-10:00pm.
ZEN, Oriental Specialty Restaurant. Dinner only a la carte, reservations required. Open 6:00pm-10:00pm.
DESIRE, Caribbean Fusion Cuisine. Dinner only, a la carte, reservations required. Open 6:00pm-10:00pm.
Dress Codes -During the day proper cover for swimwear & footwear required throughout the resort. -Evening dress code for Specialty Restaurants is casual elegant. Men are to wear long trousers at a la carte restaurants. Shirts with sleeves are required in all restaurants and proper footwear required.

BARS and LOUNGES
SPLASH POOL BAR, Swim up to the Splash Aqua Bar where the frozen drinks just keep flowing. BIKINI BEACH BAR, Revive yourself with a cold drink or refreshing natural fruit juice at this beach bar.
DESIRES LOUNGE, Lounge and Restaurant. Restaurant is fully operational.
SOUND LOUNGE, An excellent way to end the day, enjoy the great live entertainment at this club. COCKTAIL BAR, open 11:00am-11:00pm.

ADD-ON PACKAGES 2007 (EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON)
EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON ADD-ON PACKAGE 12/23/06-12/22/07 -1 bottle of champagne or wine -T-shirt -Free night for the following anniversary -ID card for special treatment on property Please Note: -These inclusions are available at no extra cost to honeymooners -They are available to all-inclusive guests who stay at least 3 nights, and carry proof of recent marriage -Designation of "Honeymooners" must appear on reservation communications
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

ADD-ON PACKAGES 2007 (PREMIUM HONEYMOON/ROMANCE)
PREMIUM HONEYMOON/ROMANCE PROGRAM 12/23/06-12/22/07 All EXTRA VALUE PROGRAM inclusions are provided, and the couple also receives the following: -One free massage per person per stay -Special candlelight dinner and bottle of wine (one per stay, to be arranged with guest services) -Honeymoon Polo shirts (one per person) -One honeymoon photo (to be arranged with guest service manager) -In-room fruit basket, bottle of rum, and soft drinks -Turn-down service daily -Free laundry service once per stay -Surprise gift Please Note: -This package is available at an additional price for honeymooners wishing to customize their experience -Designation of "Premium Honeymoon/Romance" must appear on reservation communications. -The program applies for guests who book All Inclusive, and who stay for at least 3 nights
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

SPECIALTY PACKAGES 2007 (ALL INCLUSIVE)
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 12/23/06-12/22/07 -Accommodations according to preference -Access to 6 restaurants & 5 bars -Unlimited meals, snacks, and beverages -Unlimited local and International alcoholic beverages -House wine served at meals -Free form pool with 2 whirlpools -2 lighted, hard-surface tennis courts -All non-motorized water sports -Daily activities program by the pool & beach area -Sports & scuba clinics -Kid's Club with supervised activities (ages 4-12) -Chaise lounge and towel service for beach and pool areas -Fitness room -Nightly entertainment -Taxes and gratuities applicable to the package
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

SPECIALTY PACKAGES 2007 (WEDDING)
FREE GRAND WEDDING PACKAGE 12/23/06-12/22/07 When reserving 12 Royal Club rooms for a minimum of 4 nights at the Occidental Grand Aruba, the hotel offers a complimentary wedding package which includes: -Wedding coordinator services -Decoration of wedding location (beach, terrace, or other setting) -Two table-top flower arrangements -White decorations for table and chairs -Bridal bouquet & Groom's boutonniere -CD or tape player -Wedding cake for up to 24 people (based upon 12 Royal Club rooms booked) -Domestic champagne toast during the ceremony - reception (up to 4 bottles maximum) -Dinner reservations for up to 24 guests at one the all-inclusive restaurants (reservation time subject to availability) -Ceremony & Judge services, Witness services upon request -Marriage License & Certificate - Translation into English
Legal Requirements for Weddings in Aruba: -You must be at least 18 years old and must submit standard documentation at least 14 days prior to the date of the ceremony. Documents must be submitted to the Office of the Civil Registry on the island via mail or in person. -Couple must provide from their Country of Citizenship an "apostile" report (a statistics search from the Bureau of Vital Statistics) as proof that they are both indeed single and eligible to marry. -Each person must submit copies of their official government issued birth certificate with a raised seal. -If either party has been divorced they must submit a copy of their divorce decree. -If either party has been widowed, they must submit a copy of the spouse's death certificate. -Couple must present valid passports and submit with their application, copies of the pages showing all relevant details. -Copies of the passport pages of their witnesses must also be submitted (if couple does not have any witnesses, they will be provided at an additional fee). -All civil ceremonies must take place inside the City Hall (Bureau Burgerlijke Stand) in Oranjestad. -Ceremonies are performed Wednesdays through Saturdays. -Times are from 10AM-11:30AM and 2PM- 6PM. -All documents are to be faxed for review and then submitted by courier (i.e. FedEx or UPS) at least one (1) month prior to desired wedding date.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

SPECIALTY PACKAGES 2008 (WEDDING)
FREE GRAND WEDDING PACKAGE 12/23/07-12/22/08 When reserving 12 Royal Club rooms for minimum of 4 nights at the Occidental Grand Aruba, the hotel offers a complimentary wedding package which includes: -Wedding coordinator services -Decoration of wedding location (beach, terrace, or other setting) -Two table-top flower arrangements -White decorations for table and chairs -Bridal bouquet & Groom's boutonniere -CD or tape player -Wedding cake for up to 24 people (based upon 12 Royal Club rooms booked) -Domestic champagne toast during the ceremony - reception (up to 4 bottles maximum) -Dinner reservations for up to 24 guests at one the all-inclusive restaurants (reservation time subject to availability) -Ceremony & Judge services, Witness services upon request -Marriage License & Certificate - Translation into English
Please Note: -Hotel also offers Premium, Customized Wedding Packages; Menus: Tropical Romance, True Love, Golden Sunset; and Vow Renewals.
Legal Requirements for Weddings in Aruba: -You must be at least 18 years old and must submit standard documentation at least 14 days prior to the date of the ceremony. Documents must be submitted to the Office of the Civil Registry on the island via mail or in person. -Couple must provide from their Country of Citizenship an "apostile" report (a statistics search from the Bureau of Vital Statistics) as proof that they are both indeed single and eligible to marry. -Each person must submit copies of their official government issued birth certificate with a raised seal. -If either party has been divorced they must submit a copy of their divorce decree. -If either party has been widowed, they must submit a copy of the spouse's death certificate. -Couple must present valid passports and submit with their application, copies of the pages showing all relevant details. -Copies of the passport pages of their witnesses must also be submitted (if couple does not have any witnesses, they will be provided at an additional fee). -All civil ceremonies must take place inside the City Hall (Bureau Burgerlijke Stand) in Oranjestad. -Ceremonies are performed Wednesdays through Saturdays. -Times are from 10am-11:30am and 2pm-6pm. -All documents are to be faxed for review and then submitted by courier (i.e. FedEx or UPS) at least one (1) month prior to desired wedding date.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Spring Break Policy 2007: -Individual student bookings are accepted -Minimum age required for check-in is 18 -Maximum occupancy as per regular contract -A refundable deposit of $200.00 per person (cash or credit card) is required -Groups bookings must be made through the groups department and will require a chaperon as well as a refundable deposit

MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS All minimum lengths of stay requirements are subject to change without notice