Reviews
This was our first time in Aruba. We loved this resort. We rented it from VPL Vacations/ Aruba Rentals for a very reasonable price. The beach was absolutely gorgeous, always a chickee to be had. The pool was big and clean. Loved the water aerobics offered every morning. Nice gym. Very nice lobby area with some entertainment offered every night. Always got to use the internet when I went to the facility which offered it. Very close to restaurants. We walked to The French Steakhouse and had a wonderful meal. Walked to the Alhambra Casino to do a little gambling. Yeah, it’s slightly outdated but we loved the Caribbean feel the place had. We will definitely visit next year.
Best Trip Ever
we returned on Saturday Mar 15, 2014 from what has been the best trip to Aruba till now.
I want to thank you for your patience in working with me and keeping me at ease. Everything worked out perfectly! Not only was the suite available and ready for us upon arrival, we received an ocean front suite that brought my mom to tears when she saw the beautiful view for the first time.
We will return to Aruba and other Islands and you will be the only one we will be booking our accommodations through.
Thank you very much!
Great Savings
We had a wonderful vacation and the savings were fantastic, compared to rates at the resort. We loved the Casa del Mar Beach Resort in the two bedroom suite and yes the beach was right there and location to town was great. We will be calling soon for our next years vacation accommodations in Aruba or possibly another destination.
We have also mentioned your web address toll free number to our friends and told them they would save a lot.
Just a note to thank you for your help. Our trip was great and the accommodations were perfect. Couldn’t have been better.
--Brian Smith.Unforgettable 43rd Wedding Annivarsary
We just wanted to let you know what a really wonderful time we had in Aruba at La Cabana. It was beautiful and clean and had everything. After being there we can’t believe how lucky we were to have booked with you and not be in the high rise area. We had beach chairs anytime we went out and everyone was so very friendly. The whole experience was wonderful. Do you handle many other islands and resorts? We would be interested in hearing about them.
Thank you for helping us to have an unforgettable 43rd Wedding Anniversary!
“Joe was the biggest help in making our stay so wonderful!”
La Cabanna was phenomenal 2016
This email is a bit overdue but it’s been a hectic week since returning from Aruba last Sunday. I just wanted to shoot you a huge thank you for such a smooth transaction. La Cabanna was phenomenal and it could not have been more seamless. I truly appreciate your prompt service and responses at all times.
We are already trying to line up some dates for another trip back to Aruba this year. Goes without saying we’ll definitely be booking through you!
Christmas 2015 Family Vacation
Thank you Joe, for assisting us in our Christmas 2015 family vacation. We really enjoyed the island of Aruba: The staff at the La Cabana were very friendly and eager to assist what ever was asked of them. The beach was fabulous, no charge for the Tiki Huts and loungers which was really great. They are included in the La Cabana Condo package. You do however, have to go down early to get one as they are reserved very early in the am. This was not a problem for me, as we are early risers even on vacation. The staff are very accommodating to place your loungers under the hut. I was happy each day to tip them, as they were most accommodating.
I definitely recommend you: Joe Strebly, for anyone wishing to book in Aruba. Your emails and communication with us were excellent!
Thanks again!
Aruba La Cabana was Wonderful
Joe – wanted to take a minute to tell you we had a wonderful time in Aruba – the La Cabana was wonderful – the room was very nice and the facilities were wonderful – the weather was great – the water was warm and the people are lovely
--Kathleen K.La Cabana Resort and Casino
I wanted to thank you for setting up me and my friends in La Cabana. We had a great trip! We loved the room, 102E, we stayed in for the week. We want to go again next year. I wanted to know if that room is normally available for renting for a week or if it is usually occupied by the owner. I know it is an owner’s unit. If it is available for rent, how much advance notice is required to reserve the room? Do they usually rent quickly? I just wanted to find out some details.
Thank you again.
La Cabana Resort and Casino
Thank you for the excellent service, our agent was Cheryl who handled our reservation. She did a great job on informing us and helping us make a very easy booking. The resort was great and we look forward to using your service in the future. The resort itself was just as you had explained to us and we had a wonderful vacation in Aruba at the La Cabana resort.
Thank You,
La Cabana Resort and Casino
We had read conflicting reviews, a lot. January 2008 was the time of our visit and I have nothing but positive feedback. Sure, the rooms are a bit moist due the the air conditioning, but let’s be realistic. It was not a smell that overwhelmed, just moist air…not mold. Our suite was clean, service was excellent. The two pool areas were great and not insanely crowded. The walk beyond La Cabana to Eagle Beach was nothing at all, even just to come back and rest or get snacks. The swim-up bar was always pleasant and never rowdy. The atmosphere is family friendly, but not hectic. I agree that LCBRC seemed louder and bigger…a lot going on. We enjoyed the slower pace. Finding a chair to lay out on was never an issue. The burgers at the pool bar during happy hour were fantastic! I found the office staff to be helpful, and the cleaning service was great as well. Sure, the hotel is dated…but the renovations are beginning and the rooms will be phenomenal…they have a few done in order to promote time share sales. I would certainly return to this hotel either with our without my children. This place works well for families or singles. It’s not a party spot, nor is it a retirement heaven! I especially enjoyed the Dunkin Donuts right in the center of the pool areas! Our one-bedroom suite was perfect: kitchen area with all that we needed, great living room area and separate bedroom. It was better than I thought it would be and they have everything you need in the suite. We bought a few groceries for snacks and beverages and ate dinner out while we were there. Great spot! Relax and book your trip here…you will enjoy. Bus rides to other spots are simple and you can always grab a taxi!
La Cabana Resort and Casino
We just wanted to let you know what a really wonderful time we had in Aruba at La Cabana. It was beautiful and clean and had everything. After being there we can’t believe how lucky we were to have booked with you and not be in the high rise area. We had beach chairs anytime we went out and everyone was so very friendly. The whole experience was wonderful. Do you handle many other islands and resorts? We would be interested in hearing about them. Thank you for helping us to have an unforgettable 43rd Wedding Anniversary!
“Joe was the biggest help in making our stay so wonderful!”
La Cabana was WONDERFUL!!!!!
Hello Joe. La Cabana was WONDERFUL!!!!! We had a great trip. The resort was very nice. We felt extremely comfortable at the resort . The pool and slide were a huge hit with my girls! Thanks very much for all your help. We are definitely going back next Christmas so when I get the dates I will contact you.
Thanks again!
Aruba – HAD GREAT TIME
Hi Stacey,
Got back yesterday from Aruba and had a great time. We stayed in a two bedroom (202E) unit at La Cabana. The room was amazing. We would like to rent out the same room for next year, but not right know. Maybe towards September or October we can touch base to make arrangements for rental of the room and possibly the one right next door for my brother who might join us.
Another Fantastic Visit
Dear Joe,
We just got back yesterday from the Marriott Surf Club in Aruba. It was another fantastic visit to this island. Even with no confirmation number until few days prior we still again got just what you rented us thank you. Our unit was just like last year except the second bedroom had a bed and pull-out vs. two beds. We really love staying at this resort and hope to go again the same time next year. We are also looking forward the Velas coming up this winter in Puerta Vallarta.
Thanks for setting this up…
Marriot Aruba Surf Club
Joe just wanted to let you know that we had a great vacation. Thank you and we look forward to our next vacation.
--Brian MaloneyThis is Susan – we just got back from our week at Marriott Surf Club in Aruba and wanted to let you know everything was great and we had a wonderful time. Thank you for your assistance in renting a timeshare and we are already planning on going back next Feb. We recommend your company and will forward your name on to anyone we know wanting to rent a timeshare week!!!!
Please keep us in mind if you come across any great deals that you think we would be interested in!!!! Thanks again for everything!!
Thanks Joe appreciate everything you have done and will refer people to you when I can.
--Dr. BruceJoe,
Just got back from Aruba. As you had promised, everything went very smooth. We hope to call upon you again in the future, whether for Aruba surf or other (global) destinations.
Thanks
Another Fantastic Visit
Dear Joe,
We just got back yesterday from the Marriott Surf Club in Aruba. It was another fantastic visit to this island. Even with no confirmation number until few days prior we still again got just what you rented us thank you
Our unit was just like last year except the second bedroom had a bed and pull-out vs. two beds. We really love staying at this resort and hope to go again the same time next year.We are also looking forward the Velas coming up this winter in Puerta Vallarta.
Thanks for setting this up…
Joe just wanted to let you know that we had a great vacation. thank you and we look forward to our next vacation ..
--Brian MaloneyThanks Joe appreciate everything you have done and will refer people to you when I can.
Just wanted to let you know we had a GREAT time!, and it was all we had expected. Thanks for youe help in getting this wonderful room for us. We ended up on the 9th floor Ocean Front! Will contact you again next time, and will let our friends know too.
--SteveJoe,
Just got back from Aruba.As you had promised, everything went very smooth.
Thanks We hope to call upon you again in the future, whether for Aruba surf or other (global) destinations.
Joe,
My family has just returned from Aruba after spending 10 days at the Marriott Surf Club. Many thanks for all your help in ensuring that all the rental arrangements went perfectly smoothly. Everything at the Marriott was in order as promised and arranged by you.
This is Susan – we just got back from our week at Marriott Surf Club in Aruba and wanted to let you know everything was great and we had a wonderful time. Thank you for your assistance in renting a timeshare and we are already planning on going back next Feb. We recommend your company and will forward your name on to anyone we know wanting to rent a timeshare week!!!!
Please keep us in mind if you come across any great deals that you think we would be interested in!!!! Thanks again for everything!!
Thanks for a wonderful vacation. Your recommendation of the Occidental 3-BR Penthouse was spectacular!!! The room was large and better than we could have hoped. We really enjoyed ourselves and would like to book this room again in the future. Thanks for steering us in the right direction and making this such a smooth process.
I will contact you again when we are able to go on our next vacation. I also gave a couple of our friends your contact info.
Aruba Great Weather
Hi Joe,
Just back from our week stay at Paradise Villas unit 229 in Aruba.Great unit-great resort-even great weather (did you order?). Thanks for your help. We will be in touch for next years’ trip around July.
Maybe St. Johns or back to Aruba.
Enjoy your day.
Kari Littleton
Dear Joe,<
I thought you might like to add this to your testimonials for others to read on line……….Just a note to say thank you for arranging our holiday at Paradise Beach Villas, Eagle Beach, Aruba this summer. There were 6 of us and we all had a splendid time in accommodation of a high standard with friendly, helpful staff.
The organization of our holiday went reasonably smoothly over the internet and I would recommend using your company to anyone else interested in visiting beautiful Aruba.
PS. Can you let me have availabilities for Aruba for February to March 6-8 people
Joe, All was great and thanks for everything. The place was beautiful; we had a wonderful time.
Came back to 200 inches of snow, however. Couldn’t you have done something about that?
Best, and thanks again,
Hi Joe,
Just a quick note to let you know that my husband and I had a GREAT time at the Playa Linda. Everything was ready for us when we arrived and the staff was extremely cordial and welcoming. Thank you for all of your time and help with getting us the rental.
Your help, as always, is very much appreciated.
Joe,
Thanks for putting our 2014 Aruba Vacation together.
You continue to amaze us with your ability to manage every detail and issue that can arise
In Aruba, from your home base in Canada. Your help in resolving the many issues that occurred in 2013, none of which were your responsibility, were deeply appreciated, and contributed significantly to an overall enjoyable experience for my wife and me. I know 2014 will be another winner for us on our favorite island.
Looking forward to working with you on our next Aruba vacation.
Best regards,
Thank-you,Thank-you,Thank-you,Thank-you, I will be thanking you forever
Dear Joe,
You are the best!
There are not enough words to express our gratitude to you. These were our BEST vacations ever! Everything went marvelously, from the very beginning, when we landed on Aruba and went to the car rental office @ the airport and the car was there, perfectly, waiting for us, ready to take us to our first destination, Tierra del Sol. It is a luxury condominium and the house was fair, worths the price. The private swimming pool is really nice.
Now, let’s get serious here: there is no six star hotel in the world better than the three star lania suite you got for us @ Playa Linda. We have been coming to Aruba for almost 20 years and we can assure there is nothing better than this. It is really amazing. I strongly recommend you spend some days here with your family. You deserve it! Since we got here I have this thought that I must be a good person, otherwise God would not grant me such a prize. The suite is a dream come true.
If it is possible, could you please look for availability of this one again next year? We would like to book it right away, I mean, as soon as you can get it.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I will be thanking you forever!
Best regards,
Playa Linda was wonderful
Hi Joe:
I wanted to let you know that we really enjoyed our stay at the Playa Linda resort. I would definitely recommend this resort. We were upgraded to a one bedroom the first week (Suite 231) and then moved to Suite 601 the second week. Suite 601 had a great view of the pool and the ocean. The resort was very organized in the room changes.
Thanks for all of your help.
We may go back next year.
Cheryl…
Thank you for your dedicated help with the Paya Linda and our June trip. I too am into sales, (insurance), and I know how trying it can be at times.
I am a manger of 14 sales people, and 8 office clerks, it is rare to find the care you put into our trip. I have to say your work ethics are wonderful. You tried so hard to find the two bedroom for us.
Please keep us in mind if anything comes up. Once again, thank you.
Just wanted you to know that we enjoyed the unit and Playa Linda. Thanks.
--Elliott