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Oh What a Night! Chill’s Flip Flop Festival Breaks Attendance Record

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Chill’s Flip Flop Festival—Bring Your Vibe!

The 10th edition of Chill’s Flip Flop Festival is just around the corner.  Aruba’s mostanticipated night of music will take place this June 7 and will feature a powerhouselineup including headliners Beéle and Mr. Vegas, along with Blaka Dan, Yung Bredda,DJ BB Bad, Tsunami, Groove Masters, Touch of Steel, DJ Sky, DJ Whiteboy, and DJYeimy spread across two stages.

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The Iconic Aruba Rum Shop Transforms into Dessalines Haitian and Caribbean Cuisine

Aruba’s cherished tradition of rum shops is deeply embedded in island culture for over a century. These walkup bars are more than just watering holes, they are woven into the historic fabric of the island. They are where local and immigrant workers would catch their breath after a day at the refinery, a spot to meet up with friends and neighbors over the weekend, where business deals were cemented over a beer and a handshake, and even a place to laba man—a Papiamento phrase literally meaning “to wash hands” and figuratively referring to washing hands at the nearest rum shop after burying a loved one in the cemetery (think: an Irish wake).

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Picnic and Camping Season is upon us!

With Easter and Semana Santa kicking off in April, and the summer vacation seasonjust around the corner, the Caribbean’s favorite beach beer has some warm-weathertips and picnic hacks to make your time at the beach as easy as popping open an ice-cold Chill.

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Romance & Magic on Aruba

Tis the season of love.  It’s February and we all know that Cupid makes his appearance on Valentine’s Day, with couples seeking romantic experiences to celebrate their love.  Dinner reservations are being made and flowers are being ordered, but if you’re looking for something that’s a little different and decidedly romantic and intimate, how about a picnic in paradise with a MAGICal touch?

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The 411 on the Biggest Events of Carnival 71

Aruba’s biggest party season is upon us and Chill, the official beer of Carnival 71, is your partner in all things Carnival!  Over the next few weeks, an exciting array of events unfold, each endearing and an important part of the recipe that makes Aruba’s Carnival one of the best in the world.  While many events and parades have been a part of Aruba’s Carnival traditions for generations, over recent years the calendar of events has evolved, offering new colorful twists and turns for the island and our visitors to enjoy.   Here's a breakdown of some of the calendar highlights and can’t-miss events.

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Taking the good times from the beach to the street!

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