Aruba Renovations at Divi Resorts Now Ready for 2012
January 13, 2012
Divi Resorts Now Offers An RCI Platinum Membership Tier, Giving Members Exclusive Access To Their Dream Vacation!
Timeshare exchange company RCI recently announced an agreement with Divi Resorts that gives members at all five of its RCI-affiliated resorts in Aruba and St. Maarten the opportunity to opt for RCI Points Platinum memberships.
While the travel industry is forecast to make small gains in 2012, the CEO of Divi Resorts says his company is poised for an exceptional year. “Keeping our inventory fresh and exciting has proved to be the right growth strategy,” says E. J. Schanfarber. “We were well above projections in the past two years and have recommitted those dollars to our properties to enhance the vacation experience for our guests.” The investment in facilities was most significant in Aruba, home to half of the Caribbean resort company’s operations. A major revamp there is wrapping up that employs sophisticated design, heightened convenience and expanded dining, shopping and entertainment options.
Divi Resorts, the largest brand presence on Aruba – including five properties, 1170 units, casino, shopping bazaar, golf course and the most beachfront footage of any operator in Aruba, made improvements to entice an even greater share of the island’s annual 1.5 million tourists. The company also set its sights on locals. “We’ve designed our casino and shopping mall to be a premium and repeat destination for residents and visitors alike,” says Schanfarber.
The Alhambra Casino is expanding with more than 100 additional slot machines and 30 percent more floor area to become the largest casino in the Druif Beach area. The adjoining Shops at Alhambra will likewise be the area’s biggest shopping draw when it opens in February. Ninety percent of the tenants are new, selected to provide more varied diversions, from souvenirs and high fashion apparel to a cigar and wine jazz bar and multiple dining establishments. One hundred fifty new parking spaces are ready for the expected increase in visitors.


