January 2nd, 2012
ARUBA – It has been said that you have not lived until you have experienced the spirit of Carnival in Aruba.
The 58th annual Carnival celebration kicks off on January 8, 2012 and is followed by weeks of events that bring you floats, continuous music, glamorously decorated groups of participants of all ages, king and queen elections, torch parades that wind through the streets, and finally the grand parade, which takes place March 8.
”This is the greatest party ever,” said Matthew Smillie, owner of Vacation Homes, which specializes in Aruba villas for rent. ”It is an event for the entire family and the fanfare is as exciting in the beginning as it is when the “celebration comes to an end.”
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December 17th, 2011
ARUBA – As the New Year approaches, a lot of people find themselves reflecting on the past 12 months, looking back to appreciate the high points, remembering the low points and thinking about what they can do better next year.
“This time of year, people are making New Year’s resolutions that deal with ways to make their lives better,” said Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, which specializes in vacation house rentals. “In addition to focusing on weight loss or eating right, why not make travel resolutions? Vow to travel more, pack less or be more spontaneous.”
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November 30th, 2011
ARUBA – The hardest part of planning a trip for the holidays is choosing a vacation property that is right for your family. Start by turning to a professional vacation property company such as Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, which specializes in Aruba beach villas, to make the process seamless, easy and secure.
“Vacation rentals can easily be the factor that makes or breaks your vacation,” said Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes. “Choosing the right one is about finding a property that will make you feel comfortable in an unfamiliar place and give you the space you need to relax. We will work with you to compare the various condos, apartments and rental homes we have available on the island and find a property that suits you best.”
Some of the factors to consider that will ensue we pick the right property for you are:
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November 18th, 2011
ARUBA- If handling accommodations, meals and activities is too overwhelming – turn to the experts to plan your next vacation, says Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, which specializes in Aruba beach villas and Aruba vacation rentals.
“When you book your vacation through our rental company, we can arrange a wide array of services for you from watersport excursions to personal chefs,” said Smillie. “We want you to be able to enjoy your vacation from landing to take off.”
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October 24th, 2011
ARUBA – The island of Aruba has become synonymous with all things tropical — white sandy beaches, sparkling blue waters and a year-round tropical atmosphere — which is why it is one of the most re-visited islands in the Caribbean.
“There is never a bad time to visit Aruba,” said Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, which specializes in villas for vacation getaways. “Temperatures are consistently mild, the island is outside the hurricane belt and the sea temperature stays around 82 degrees all year long.”
For travelers who can’t stand another morning spent scraping ice from their windshield during the coming winter months, be sure you are informed about the latest documentation requirements before you book your Aruba vacation rental.
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September 27th, 2011
ARUBA – Justifying a leisure vacation is harder than ever during these tough economic times, but fortunately for you, we here at Aruba Villa Vacation Homes have several tips on how to get the most for your money and still get to vacation at an exotic location such as Aruba.
“There are ways to take a vacation that will give you the escape from the every day hustle and bustle without hurting your bottom line,” explains Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, an Aruba beach villa rental company, which specializes in beach rentals.
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September 7th, 2011
ARUBA – Renting a luxury villa for your vacation is an option that has grown in popularity over the past few years.
Whether you are visiting for a family reunion, family vacation, golf vacation or a wedding, Aruba Villa Vacation Homes offers unique vacation accommodations for all.
“Our vacation rentals extend from villas on the beach to private sanctuaries in Tierra del Sol,” said Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, which specializes in vacation rentals. “We have more than 40 rental properties available on the island, more than any other rental company, which means we can recommend the perfect location on the island for you based on your preferences and needs.”
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August 30th, 2011
Aruba – There are many factors that go into deciding which Aruba beach villas company you are renting a property from. Below, Matthew Smillie, owner of Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, gives the top reasons for renting from his agency.
Customer Service: “We enjoy a great collection of renters who will only rent accommodations from us,” Smillie explains. “We get many repeat clients who know what kind of service we will provide. We will greet our guests at the airport, take them to their rental property and help them get situated. Not many villa vacation rentals companies will do that.”
From a guest’s first search for a rental property to their departure from the island, our staff works to ensure that the vacationers’ experiences are pleasant and smooth. They are also available 24 hours a day in case of an emergency.
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August 17th, 2011
ARUBA – Matthew Smillie from the Aruba rentals agency Aruba Villa Vacation Homes notes that many visitors find Aruba to be a shoppers’ paradise. Below he gives the top reasons why shopping is good on Aruba:
Prices: Aruba has many upscale stores with a large selection of international brand name goods. But the prices are 10 to 35 percent lower than in the U.S. Visitors come to Aruba from all over the globe and leave the island with luxury goods at great prices.
Convenience: Going to the grocery store is one kind of shopping most visitors would rather avoid. However, at the popular website visitors can pre-order groceries that will be delivered when they arrive. Guests do need to be home to receive the delivery of the food. Guests of our vacation rental homes also have the option of asking the agency to stock the refrigerator for them.
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August 5th, 2011
Aruba – If you’ve never rented a home on Aruba, you may find the process to be confusing, but Aruba vacation rentals agency Aruba Villa Vacation Homes aims to demystify the experience and help each client at every step in the process. They work hard to ensure that each visitor receives just the right Aruba villa rental.
The process usually starts with a guest visiting our website or contacting our staff by phone or email.
“On the website, visitors can view our beach rentals, seeing what is available and identifying potential amenities,” explains Matthew Smillie, owner of the Aruba beach villa company. “However, if they contact us, we can really get a sense for what their needs are,”
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