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Monthly Archives: March 2018

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Divi Little Bay Beach Resort Donates Furniture to Forever Blessed Foundation

Divi Resorts’ Divi Little Bay Beach Resort on St. Maarten recently donated its remaining furniture and beds left over from Hurricane Irma to the Forever Blessed Giving Back Charity Foundation to help those in need.

“When our resort was hit by Hurricane Irma, we were able to salvage many appliances and furniture, some of which went to our Little Bay staff members in need,” said Marco Galaverna, Divi Resorts President & COO. “So when we heard that Forever Blessed Foundation was searching for furniture donations, we gladly stepped up to the plate, donating all remaining items that were no longer needed on the resort.”

Among the items donated to the foundation were beds, dressers, chairs and more. Organizers and recipients were all smiles as the items were loaded up and delivered to their new homes.

Started back in 2003 with the goal of giving back to those in need, the Forever Blessed Giving Back Charity Foundation was officially notarized last year. Organizers are in need of volunteers and such as clothing, non-perishable foods, school supplies, household items and furniture. Those interested in donating items locally or volunteering can reach the organization by calling (712) 523-8792.

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Divi Resorts Ditches Straws to Reduce Pollution & Promote Eco-friendly Efforts

In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Divi Resorts is getting rid of plastic straws at all of its Caribbean resorts on Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, St. Maarten & St. Croix, as part of its “Divi Green” initiative.

According to National Geographic, Americans use 500 million straws daily and 8 million tons of plastic trash flows into our world’s oceans every year. While plastic drinking straws are not the top contributor, these tiny tubes are unnecessary and have become a huge problem for the beautiful Caribbean islands and the creatures that call them home. Their size makes them one of the most insidious polluters because they entangle marine animals and are consumed by fish. Divi Resorts hopes to curb this pollution by removing straws from all of its resorts, effective immediately.

“Our goal is to take an active role in protecting and maintaining the beauty of our tropical islands and the creatures that call them home,” said Marco Galaverna, Divi Resorts President & COO. “We’ve always been focused on green initiatives, through our Divi Cares program, and searching for ways to improve our sustainability, so this is just another way we can do our part to help the environment.”

Divi Resorts has been embracing the green movement on its Caribbean islands for years, with initiatives such as water conservation, energy management and waste management programs created to save valuable resources, reducing energy usage and efficiently recycle waste. In addition, Divi Resorts staff participate in workshops and seminars conducted by environmental committees, local government organizations and non-governmental environmental organizations to increase awareness and spread the word about sustainable living. These programs have earned Divi Resorts many awards and recognitions including the Barbados Environmental and Sustainable Tourism Award.

“We’re proud to say we’re putting our best foot forward when it comes to ‘going green’ on our resorts,” said Galaverna.

Travelers looking to stay at Divi Resorts can find information on great Caribbean vacation deals at www.diviresorts.com and also enter to win a free Caribbean Summer Vacation (contest ends April 11, 2018).

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Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino Announces Year-Round Dive Specials

If you’re on the hunt for underwater adventures and exhilarating experiences year-round, look no further than Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino. Located on the beautiful island of Bonaire, which has been voted one of the best dive destinations in the Caribbean for over 20 years, Divi Flamingo is the perfect retreat for thrill seekers any time of the year and just announced its 2018-2019 Dive Specials featuring free nights, upgrades, discounted all-inclusive packages, complimentary dinner and more.

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino is a PADI 5-Star and SSI Dive Resort, with five custom dive boats and a professional staff offering dive instruction for all experience levels. The resort’s certified dive operation, Divi Dive Bonaire, provides equipment, certifications, tours, guides and more to get you ready to explore the ocean depths. Unlimited tanks for shore diving are included with any 2-tank boat dive package, in addition to a welcome cocktail upon arrival, free daily breakfast and round-trip airport transfer.

The 2018-2019 Dive Specials are as follows:

April
– Book a 7-night, 2-tank boat dive package for the price of a 6-night, 2-tank boat dive package.
– Rates start as low as $905 per person with travel dates from April 1-30.

May
– Book a 7-night, 2-tank boat dive package for the price of a 6-night, 2-tank boat dive package and enjoy complimentary nitrox.
– Add an All-Inclusive plan and receive 7 nights for the price of 6 (only $600).
– Rates start as low as $905 per person with travel dates from May 1-31.

June
– Book any 7-night dive package and enjoy a complimentary room upgrade plus one free themed buffet dinner at the resort.
– Rates start as low as $1,049 per person with travel dates from June 1-30.

July
– Book a 7-night, 2-tank boat dive package and enjoy free daily afternoon boat dives plus one free themed buffet dinner at the resort.
– Rates start as low as $1,049 per person with travel dates from July 1-31.

August
– Book a 7-night, 2-tank boat dive package for the price of a 6-night, 2-tank boat dive package.
– Add an All-Inclusive plan and receive 7 nights for the price of 6 (only $600).
– Rates start as low as $905 per person with travel dates from August 1-31.

September/October
– Book a 7-night, 2-tank boat dive package and get 2 free dive packages for every 10 paid dive packages.
– Rates start as low as $1,049 per person with travel dates from September 1-October 31.

November
– Book a 7-night Shore Dive package and receive a free room upgrade and one themed buffet dinner at the resort.
– Rates start as low as $939 per person with travel dates from November 1-30.

December
– Book a 7-night, 2-tank boat dive package for the price of a 6-night, 2-tank boat dive package and enjoy complimentary nitrox.
– Add an All-Inclusive plan and receive 7 nights for the price of 6 (only $600).
– Rates start as low as $905 per person with travel dates from December 1-31.

The 2018-2019 Dive Specials can be booked from now through December 31, 2018. For individual reservations, please call 1-800-367-3484 (Toll-free US) or 1-919-419-3484 (International). For group reservations, please call 1-800-801-5550 or email groupsales@diviresorts.com. More information about Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino and Divi Dive Bonaire can be found online at http://www.diviresorts.com/divi-flamingo-beach-resort-bonaire.htm.

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Divi Resorts Sponsors Aruba’s Soul Beach Music Festival Featuring R&B Star Alicia Keys

Continuing a 5-year tradition, Divi Resorts’ Aruban destinations are once again sponsoring the ever-popular 2018 Soul Beach Music Festival taking place May 23-29. Voted one of the “Top Five Caribbean Celebrations” by USA TODAY, this year’s event features R&B legend Alicia Keys, neo-soul singer-songwriter Maxwell and actor and comedian Marlon Wayans, among others.

Boasting world-class performers and lively beach and nightclub parties, the Soul Beach Music Festival is just a short walk from Divi’s stunning Aruba properties – Divi Dutch Village Beach Resort, Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort and Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort.

“Travelers searching for a fun-filled Memorial Day weekend need look no further,” said Marco Galaverna, Divi Resorts President & COO. “Our resorts are perfect for guests looking for a relaxing place to retreat at the end of an eventful day of sun, sand and stellar performances. Plus, as an added bonus, we’re giving away VIP and ticket prize packs to three lucky winners.”

The contest, which runs from now until May 14th, includes the following prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners:

1st Place VIP Package:
– 2 Friday General Admission Comedy Show Tickets at the Renaissance Festival Plaza
– 2 Saturday & Sunday General Admission Concert Tickets
– 4 Gold Area Entry Passes at the Harbor Arena (2 Saturday/2 Sunday)
– 2 Party Pass Packages (total of 5 entries per person into 5 Official Soul Beach Music Festival After Parties 5/25-5/29) with Express Entry Access
– Bonus Tickets: 2 Friday General Admission Comedy Show Tickets at the Renaissance Festival Plaza and 2 Saturday and Sunday General Admission Concert Tickets

2nd Place Prize Package:
– 2 Friday General Admission Comedy Show Tickets at the Renaissance Festival Plaza
– 2 Saturday and Sunday General Admission Concert Tickets
– 4 Gold Area Entry Passes at the Harbor Arena (2 Saturday/2 Sunday)

3rd Place Prize Package:
– 2 Friday General Admission Comedy Show Tickets at the Renaissance Festival Plaza
– 2 Saturday and Sunday General Admission Concert Tickets at the Harbor Arena

To enter, simply visit https://www.diviresorts.com/aruba-soul-beach.htm, and scroll to the bottom of the page for instructions. Plus, receive 500 extra entries for following @DiviResorts on Instagram.

Special room and all-inclusive rates for the Soul Beach Music Festival are as follows:

Divi Dutch Village Beach Resort:
– Studio suites as low as $159/night and 1-bedroom suites as low as $179/night
– All-Inclusive studio suites as low as $189/night per person and All-Inclusive 1-bedroom suites as low as $209/night, per person*

Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort:
– Studio suites as low as $175/night and 1-bedroom suites as low as $195/night
– All-Inclusive studio suites as low as $199/night per person and All-Inclusive 1-bedroom suites as low as $219/night, per person*

Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort:
– Studio suites as low as $249/night and 1-bedroom suites as low as $269/night

“We invite you to experience an unforgettable weekend of food, fun and first-rate festivities,” said Galaverna. “But be sure to buy your tickets and book your stay today to guarantee you’ll be there, as this event sells out fast!”

For reservations, book online at https://www.diviresorts.com/aruba-soul-beach.htm or call 1-800-367-3484 (Toll-free US) or 1-919-419-3484 (International). For group reservations, please call 1-800-801-5550 or email groupsales@diviresorts.com.

*All-inclusive rates are based on double room occupancy. 3-night minimum stay required.

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