Product Update
Q1 - 2016
INTRODUCTION Introduction This is the first edition of CHATA’s Product Update. This new platform is to keep you informed about new products and services from our CHATA members and will be sent out quarterly.
Product Update Q1 - 2016
CONTENT Introduction Hotels………………………...……………….….…pg. 4 Restaurant…………………………………….……pg. 12 Transportation.........…………………………………pg.14 Product……………………………….……….……pg.19 Development………………………………………pg. 22 New Websites …………………..…………………pg. 24 New Members ………………………….…………pg. 27
Product Update Q1 - 2016
HOTELS
Product Update Q1 - 2016
Hotels AVILA HOTEL à AVILA BEACH HOTEL The Avila Hotel decided to rename its hotel due to the extensive upgrade of the beach, to the widely familiar AVILA BEACH HOTEL. The name change is part of the previously launched quality improvement of which the beach extension took a great part. Website: www.avilahotel.com
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Hotels TUI & Chogogo: TIME TO SMILE Resort
PARTNERSHIP
On November 2nd, 2015 Chogogo Resort and TUI have joined forces to implement the travel giant's self catering - TIME TO SMILE, SMART Inclusive concept in the renovation of Chogogo accommodations. Curaçao is the first long haul destination to receive CHATA Member TUI’s TIME TO SMILE implementation of the SMART Inclusive concept in one of the accommodations.TIME TO SMILE is a self catering concept for apartments which is due to further expand into hotels in the near future. The goal of TUI's TIME TO SMILE is to cater to all the Dutch travelers' needs, the intention is to ensure that Dutch travelers are accommodated as if they were at home with larger beds, a spacious porch, walk-in showers, a modern kitchen and a fast Wi-Fi connection. TIME TO SMILE Concept is offered exclusively on the Dutch Market, since it is a concept which ensures that the accommodations are tailored to the Dutch Tourists' needs. Website: www.chogogo.com | www.tui.nl
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Hotels Acoya Hotel & Ocean Encounters: Dive & Snorkeling Services
PARTNERSHIP
As per January 1st 2016 Acoya Hotel partnered up with Ocean Encounters which will be offering all their aquatic services to their guests such as: Diving services, day trips to: East Point/Klein Curaรงao & Mushroom Forrest, dolphin Dive Services, Animal Encounters Snorkeling & Diving Services Website: www.acoyacuracao.com | www.oceanencounters.com
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Hotels PARTNERSHIP
Papagayo Beach Hotel & KLM: Crew Residency Papagayo Curaรงao was already the residence of the TUI crew but since January 1st KLM also has chosen the Papagayo Beach Hotel for all their stops on our island.To make that choice KLM had several hotels thoroughly screened for security, hygiene, service, comfort and versatility of the immediate area. This choice of KLM is therefore a wonderful tribute to the success of this young hotel. Website: www.papagayo.com | www.klm.com
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Hotels Baoase Trip Advisor Award Baoase Luxury Resort won the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award 2016. They were ranked as #6 for Top 25 Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean!
AWARDS
Website: www.baoase.com
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Hotels
AWARDS
Papagayo Expedia Award
Papagayo Curaçao very proudly accepted the award for Top Partner of the Year, “In recognition of an outstanding performance and partnership” at Expedia’s Annual Appreciation Ceremony Website: www.papagayo.com | www.expedia.com
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Hotels Sombré di Kabana Trip Advisor Award B&B Sombré di Kabana won the TripAdvisor Travellers’Choice Award 2016.
AWARDS
Website: www.bnb-sombredikabana.co m | www.tripadvisor.com
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RESTAURANTS
Product Update Q1 - 2016
Restaurants Auntie Anne’s in Curaçao
NEWLY OPEN
The American pretzel sensation chain, Auntie Anne’s is now available in Curaçao. Auntie Anne’s is located at the Curaçao International Airport along with Cinnabon. Website: www.auntieannes.com | www.curacaoairport.com
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TRANSPORTATION
Product Update Q1 - 2016
Transportation Avis Budget Group & Copa Airlines
PARTNERSHIP
Avis Budget has signed a partnership agreement with ConnectMiles, the frequent traveler program of Copa Airlines. As part of the multi-year agreement, Avis Car Rental and Budget Car Rental have been named car rental partners for Copa Airlines' ConnectMiles loyalty program. Members of ConnectMiles can now save money on Avis and Budget rentals around the globe and earn 100 miles per day when they rent an Avis or Budget vehicle. In addition, Avis and Budget will promote products, services and money-saving offers in marketing channels for ConnectMiles members, including emails, e-statements, the airline's in-flight magazine and online. www.copaair.com | www.avisbudgetgroup.com
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Transportation Aruba Airlines
AIRLIFT
On December 16th, 2015 the inaugural flight of Aruba Airlines landed at approximately 10 am at Curaรงao Hato Airport. Aruba Airlines will operate 3 weekly flights to and from Curaรงao. The airline will furthermore serve the following destinations mostly from Aruba Beatrix Airport: Miami, Panama, Maracaibo, Valencia and the Dominican Republic. Website: www.arubaairlines.com
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Transportation Serenity Transfers & Tours
TOUR
The known DMC, Business Serenity is proud to announce its new sister company: Serenity Transfers & Tours. With three brand new air-conditioned large buses having just arrived on the island and a couple of medium sized buses, the DMC & transportation company is ready to bring the island’s tourism infrastructure to the next level, providing even more quality in transfer & tour services. Website: www.business-serenity.com
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PRODUCTS
Product Update Q1 - 2016
Product PARTNERSHIP
Pandora & CTB: Curaรงao Pandora Beads More than just a Pandora Charm, it is an official Curaรงao Pandora Charm available at The Pandora Store at Heerenstraat 4B in Punda. The charm is engraved with the official Curaรงao logo, and launched in partnership with the Curaรงao Tourist Board (CTB) on December 1st, 2015. Website: www.instagram.com/pandorapunda/ | www.facebook.com/PandoraCuracao
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Product PARTNERSHIP
AC Travel & Leisure: Curaçao Island Pass AC Travel & Leisure is a new company founded by young entrepreneurs. The company is committed to offer competitive value for money products and high level services in order to achieve total client satisfaction. In May 2016 they will be launching their first product under the name of “Curaçao Island Pass”. The idea behind this concept is to offer tourists and visitors deals and discounts on tours, activities, attractions, excursions and free public transportation through a card that can be purchased for a small amount of money. Website: www.islandpasscuracao.com
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Development PARTNERSHIP
CAP & CAH: Terminal Expansion Project On January 12th, 2016 CAP's ceremony of the ground breaking for the extension of the airport terminal building took place. CAH in cooperation with CAP are teaming up in this ambitious growth plan. CAP will invest about two thirds of the total investments in this extension and CAH will invest the other third which is a total of 14 million U.S. Dollars for this extension.This airport extension will greatly upgrade the passenger experience of our island's visitors, both leisure and business, as well as our local people who use the airport. This extension will also contribute to the airport's competitive position in the international airline arena. Website: www.curacao-airport.com | www.ca-holding.com
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DEVELOPMENT
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WEBSITES
Product Update Q1 - 2016
Websites Yellow Tourism Solutions Website Yellow Tourism Solutions N.V. launched its new and improved website for their Curaรงao Jeep Safaris at www.jeep-safaris.com. The new site is now faster, more attractive and up to the latest technical standards for use on computers, tablets, and smartphones.
NEW
Website: www.jeep-safari.com
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Websites CHATA Website
NEW
CHATA launched it’s new and improved website focusing on our Products and members The displaying of our CHATA Hotels & Resorts on an online platform is one of the major goals of this new website. Be sure to check out our dedicated landing page focusing solely on accommodations. CHATA will continue to develop this product platform in 2016 and beyond. Website: www.chata.org
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NEW MEMBERS
Product Update Q1 - 2016
NEW MEMBERS SMALL ACCOMMODATIONS
T: +5999 842-4200 E: info@piscaderaharbourvillage.com W: www.piscaderaharbourvillage.com
T: +5999 511-2292 E: landhuisbonavista@gmail.com W: www.landhuisbonavista.nl
T: +5999 465-1551 E: info@citysuitescuracao.com W: www.citysuitescuracao.com
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NEW MEMBERS ALLIED MEMBERS
T: +5999 737-2025 E: bharat@curacaofinancialgroup.com W: www.curacaofinancialgroup.com
T: +5999 844-0060 E: info@blackcuracao.com W: www.blackcuracao.com
T: +5999 515-7533 E: info@thisistuna.com W: www.thisistuna.com
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NEW MEMBERS ALLIED MEMBERS
T: +5999 787-7200 E: info@heren2.cw W: www.heren2.net
T: +5999 694-7008 E: alcala@tecnosports.com.ve W: www.tecnosports.cw
T: +5999 465-0701 E: 38207@dfch.com W: www.colombianemeralds.com
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NEW MEMBERS ALLIED MEMBERS
T: +5999 864-0554 E: info@bdivingcuraco.com W: www.bdivingcuracao.com
T: +5999 766-7101 E: contact@district1850.com W: www.facebook.com/District1850/
T: +5999 462-6262 E: info@tourism-curacao.com W: www.tourism-curacao.com
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NEW MEMBERS ALLIED MEMBERS
T: +5999 513-7326 E: actravelgroupcuracao@gmail.com W: www.islandpasscuracao..com
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