White sand beaches, grottos and unique rock formations can all be found on Aruba (Oro Ruba or red gold). Today the Riu Palace Aruba officially opens its doors on the magical island, just 2.5 miles from the airport and located on the famous Palm Beach, perfectly situated in the heart of this Caribbean paradise. The new hotel brings RIU’s legendary service and amenities to Aruba, with exceptional décor and beautiful architecture. Riu Palace Aruba is the 22nd resort in the Riu portfolio.

Luis Riu, Chairman and Owner of Riu Hotels & Resorts, commented, “We can't wait to provide discerning travelers the opportunity to experience the timeless beauty, wonder and magic of this storied island in our way - the RIU way." The family owned business was established in Mallorca in 1953 and now has over 100 hotels. The 5-star Riu Palace Aruba has 450 guestrooms and suites, a spa and casino.

There are plenty of casinos on Aruba, including 5 others in Palm Beach. It is claimed that the popular game Caribbean Stud Poker was created on the island in 1988. Caribbean Stud Poker, a variation of five-card stud poker played on a standard blackjack-sized table, was the first casino table game to offer a progressive jackpot. The game migrated from the Caribbean to the USA and beyond via visiting cruise ships’ casinos. (E-07.20.07)

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