Aleta's Aruba Birthday Celebration|Palm Beach RIU Palace Aruba

January 3–7, 2027

This isn’t just a birthday trip — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime celebration honoring 70 years of life, love, legacy, and unforgettable memories. We’re taking the party to Aruba, where crystal-clear waters, white-sand beaches, and nonstop vibes set the stage for a celebration that will be talked about for years to come.

Picture this:
Oceanfront luxury
Birthday festivities in paradise
Golden sunsets, laughter, and connection
Relaxation by day, celebration by night

This milestone deserves more than a cake and candles — it deserves passport stamps, joy, and a destination worthy of the moment. Whether you’re family, friends, or chosen family, this experience is about coming together to celebrate life at its finest.

This not a trip you want to hear about after it’s over. If you’re thinking, “I should be there,” trust that feeling , because memories this big only happen once.

✨ Aruba.
✨ 70 years.
✨ One unforgettable celebration.

Don’t miss it!

Itinerary / Planned Activities

The itinerary below reflects the planned group activities and experiences for this Aruba trip. Activities, days, and experiences are subject to change based on availability, weather, supplier schedules, and group preferences. A finalized itinerary will be provided closer to departure.

ITINERARY

This itinerary is provided for planning and informational purposes only and does not represent a final or guaranteed schedule. Destination & Travel Junkies reserves the right to modify planned activities as needed.

ROOM OPTIONS

🛏 Junior Suite Partial Ocean View- All Inclusive

Starting at $1,910 per person

This is a starting price only. Final pricing varies based on room choice, number of travelers, child ages, and availability.

  1. Balcony or terrace

  2. Ocean views (varies by room location)

  3. May be angled or partially obstructed, depending on the room location.

  4. King or double bedding (assigned by resort)

🛏 Junior Suite Ocean View Room - All Inclusive

Starting at $1,994 per person

This is a starting price only. Final pricing varies based on room choice, number of travelers, child ages, and availability.

  1. Balcony or terrace

  2. Ocean views (varies by room location)

  3. Offers a limited or side glimpse of the ocean; views vary by room location.

  4. King or double bedding (assigned by the resort)

Room types, bedding configurations, and views are assigned by the resort. I can contact them to request a bedding arrangement on your behalf, but please note that such requests cannot be guaranteed.

Riu Palace Aruba is an all-inclusive, beautifully designed resort on Palm Beach in Aruba, offering spectacular views of the Caribbean. Featuring spacious guestrooms, tropical scenery, and stunning views of beautiful Palm Beach, the all-inclusive Riu Palace Aruba provides an all-inclusive vacation experience for everyone. Each guest will find an endless array of exciting land and water sports, dining options, and entertainment, ensuring every vacation is memorable.

Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 2 double beds or 1 king-size bed, split-level living room area with sofa, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and selection of in-room liquors (4 bottles regularly restocked), coffee maker, satellite TV, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower, hairdryer, and amenities kit. Balcony or French balcony with partial ocean view. Free wifi service is available in the room.

Offering the best in quality all-inclusive accommodations, facilities, and service, the upscale, beachfront Riu Palace Aruba is the perfect resort destination for every age and every occasion.

Stay at 1, Play at 2!
Guests staying at Riu Palace Aruba can now enjoy the facilities at Riu Palace Antillas. Breakfast and dinner must be taken at the booked hotel. Lunch, snacks, and drinks can be enjoyed at the hotel, where exchange privileges are included.

Important Notice: Renovation work is currently underway at the Riu Palace Aruba. The project will predominantly focus on room renovations in 2025, one building at a time. The renovation project will continue into 2026, including the addition of new rooms and the renovation of select public areas. While every effort will be made to minimize disruption, guests may experience some disruption during their stay. Renovations are expected to continue through the remainder of 2025 and into 2026.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • All-Inclusive Plan

  •  Beachfront

  • 450 Rooms

  • 10 Floors

  • 5 Restaurants

  • 2 Pools

  • Room Service Exclusive

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

Featuring comfortable rooms, brilliant landscapes, and stunning views of beautiful Palm Beach, the Riu Palace Aruba provides a wonderful all-inclusive vacation experience for families, couples, and friends. Each and every guest will find an endless array of exciting land and water sports and activities, delicious dining options, and engaging entertainment both on-site and nearby. Boasting an upscale beachfront location, a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) dive center, a casino, wedding facilities, and so much more, the Riu Palace Aruba is the ideal resort destination for every age and occasion.

PRICING INFORMATION

Pricing for this trip is dynamic and varies based on room type, number of travelers in the room, child ages at time of travel, and supplier availability. A $50 per person deposit is required to proceed with booking once pricing is confirmed and approved.

No payment is collected until your personalized pricing has been reviewed and approved by you.

Traveling with Children

Child pricing is determined by Vacation Express based on the child’s age at the time of travel and room occupancy rules.

To ensure accurate pricing, families traveling with children must provide each child’s age during the room request process. Their ages and names must match their passports. You will be asked for your passports upon check-in.

How Booking Works

  1. Review resort and room information

  2. Submit the Room Request & Travel Authorization form

  3. Receive your personalized price quote

  4. Approve pricing

  5. Receive invoice and submit deposit

🛡️ Travel Insurance (Strongly Recommended)

Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect your travel investment in the event of cancellation, interruption, medical emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Should you decide not to purchase travel insurance, you must sign a waiver assuming total financial liability in the event of unforeseen circumstances. 

Destination & Travel Junkies cannot be held financially responsible in the case of canceled or missed flights, delayed or lost luggage, cancellations due to illness, loss of a loved one, trip interruptions, or emergency evacuation. 

Please note that the travel insurance cost is added to the total deposit amount. Insurance cost is NONREFUNDABLE.

You will be asked to accept or decline travel insurance during the Room Request & Travel Authorization process.

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  • Prices are subject to change without notice. Please make your reservations today to secure this low price.

 

 

  • All of your payments to Destination & Travel Junkies are non-refundable and non-transferable unless otherwise noted.

 

  • A valid passport is required. If you do not have a passport, please apply for one ASAP.

     

  • Reservations must be made in your full name as it appears on your passport.

     

  • Passengers are responsible for ensuring that they have the proper travel documents and MUST CHECK with the respective consulate(s) or visa agency to determine whether any visas or passports are required. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. Some countries require a full blank “VISA” page in the passport for stamping purposes. Any information provided on travel descriptions pertains to US citizens only. Non-US citizens should check with the respective consulate of the country(s) to be visited for current entry requirements. Reservations must be made in your FULL NAME as it appears on your passport.

 

  • DESTINATION & TRAVEL JUNKIES, LLC charges a $50 per person cancellation fee for any trips canceled at any time after booking. This fee is in addition to any penalties imposed by the supplier. 

 

  • Monthly payments are required to keep your reservations current. A reservation that has gone 60 days without a monthly payment can be cancelled without notice.

 

  • A reinstatement fee of $200 per person, in addition to your past-due balance, is required to reinstate your booking at any time after cancellation.

 

  • Any name or occupancy changes should be directed to Destination & Travel Junkies. Failure to do so will result in a $200 Name Change Fee, plus any applicable vendor fees.

 

  •  A late payment of $200 per person is required after the final payment date on your invoice.

 

  • If you experience financial hardship or anticipate payment issues, please contact us before your payment due date to discuss possible accommodations. We are here to help, but a lack of communication will not excuse missed payments.

 

  • It is your responsibility to notify Destination & Travel Junkies of all email address changes. 

 

  •  We highly recommend Cancel For Any Reason Travel Insurance that provides coverage for Trip Cancellation, Interruption, Baggage Loss, and more. You are required to select and purchase travel insurance yourself for domestic and international tours.

 

  • Provided full payment is received no later than your Final Payment Due date, travel documents and travel instructions will be sent via email and/or mail 30 days or earlier before your scheduled travel date. 

 

  • All prices listed are per person, based on shared double occupancy in a room, unless otherwise specified. Prices do not include items of a personal nature, such as laundry, wine, water, beverages, food (except at all-inclusive resorts or where specifically indicated), passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes, unless specified in the package inclusions. Prices are accurate at the time of publication; however, as airfares are subject to continual fluctuations and classes of service may have limited capacity, tour package prices and availability are subject to change accordingly. In case of human or computer error, Destination & Travel Junkies reserves the right to re-invoice for the correct price or service. A full refund will be made to passengers who choose not to pay an increase, provided Destination & Travel Junkies receives a written cancellation within five days of the price increase notification.  Click here for DTJ's full terms and conditions. 

Agency Disclosure

Destination & Travel Junkies acts solely as a travel advisor/agent and not as the tour operator, airline, hotel, or other travel supplier. All travel services are provided by third-party suppliers, including Vacation Express, which are responsible for the delivery of travel services. Destination & Travel Junkies does not own, operate, or control the accommodations, transportation, or other travel services provided and is not responsible for changes, cancellations, or acts or omissions of the suppliers.

We can be contacted at:

www.destinationtraveljunkies.com

info@destinationtraveljunkies.com

(678) 504-8701

PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK PAGE

This group is the official communication hub for everyone participating in the trip. It will be used to share important announcements, travel tips, itinerary updates, attire themes, reminders, and answers to common questions as we prepare to celebrate this special milestone together.

To keep information organized and easy to find:

  • Please review pinned posts first

  • Use this space for trip-related questions only

  • Important updates from the admin will be posted here

🔐 Group Access Requirement:
To join this private group, you must enter the password: Family

This helps ensure the group remains exclusive to invited guests only.

We’re excited to celebrate, connect, and count down to Aruba together!

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All travelers must complete the Room Request & Travel Authorization form and agree to the terms and conditions before pricing and booking.

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