Alvina and Jose

RSVP
Please also join us at our wedding celebration in Johnston, Rhode Island on Saturday, September 30th. Please contact Alvina and Jose to RSVP.

ARUBA ED CARD
The free online ED card is mandatory for all travelers to Aruba, including minors and infants. You can fill in and submit the ED-Card as early as 7 days before you travel to Aruba

UNPLUGGED CEREMONY
The bride and groom kindly request an unplugged ceremony. Please turn off all devices and enjoy being fully present in the moment

Travelers are NO longer required to present a COVID-19 negative test result or proof of vaccination. All travelers will still be required to complete Aruba’s Embarkation/Disembarkation Card prior to arrival, which is the country’s digitized customs and immigration process.Travelers to Aruba are no longer required to purchase the Aruba Visitors Insurance. However, it is optional and if you would like to purchase the policy, you can do so. Click the link below for more information.

The federal government often experiences a backlog of applications and can have delays as long as 3-4 months. Please visit the link below for more information.

Note: US customs travel site states that to enter and exit Aruba a passport must have an expiration date of 6 months past your travel date. For example,  if you plan on leaving Aruba on September 24th, 2023, your passport cannot expire before March 24th, 2023. Be sure to check you passport expiration dates.

Discounted room rates are available starting on Wednesday, September 20th- Sunday, September 24th. A minimum requirement of 3 nights has to be booked. A one night deposit is required to book your stay. The remaining balance can be paid when you arrive at the resort. You also have the option of calling the resort to pay your remaining balance in advance.

If you would like to stay at Hyatt for more than 4 nights (if not able to with our discounted link), please email the Reservations team at aruba.reservations@hyatt.com with this request in order to receive our room discount on any other additional days you would like to stay. Be sure to include that you are apart of the Duncan Wedding guests.Please be advised that rooms that you would like to book outside of Wednesday, September 20th-Sunday, September 24th are available on a first-come first served basis. 

The Queen Beatrix International Airport is a 15 minute drive away from our wedding hotel, The Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa And Casino. Transportation to and from the airport can be set up prior to your arrival with the Hyatt concierge team for an additional cost. Please call the Hyatt or email adventure.concierge@hyatt.com for more information.

Taxis and shuttles are readily available outside of the airport as well.

Make yourself at home in newly designed rooms and spend afternoons lounging at the beach or by the pool. Enjoy boutique shopping and dining both onsite, and within walking distance, or rejuvenate your body and soul with an Aloe vera treatment from ZoiA Spa. Click this link  to reserve your room at our discounted rate: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/ARUBA/G-KOON

Another way to book your room at our discounted rate is to enter in the "Corporate or Group code" code G-KOON at checkout

This hotel is our wedding location We understand that some of our guests would like other options for stay in the area. Please see the list of hotels/resorts nearby below.

Nestled on 15 tropical acres along Palm Beach. Steps from nightlife, shopping and dining.

6 minute walk from our wedding location

The Riu Palace Antillas Hotel, a 24h All Inclusive resort, is located on the shores of Palm Beach, Aruba, immersed in the most selective Caribbean atmosphere. Its Adults Only service, exclusively for over 18 years old, is ideal for a fantastic and romantic vacation.

12 minute walk, 3 minute drive from our wedding location

Located on the impressive Palm Beach, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offers you the best facilities to enjoy an unforgettable break. This 24-hour All-Inclusive hotel on Palm Beach boasts a delicious and varied cuisine with extensive facilities and the best exclusive service that is characteristic of RIU Hotels & Resorts

10 minute walk, 3 min drive from our wedding location

Fiery sunsets and calm, turquoise water are the backdrop for an enticing array of hotel amenities at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba. At this luxury resort, guests enjoy direct access to a pristine beach and adults-only and family pools. The casino offers entertainment around the clock with table games and slot machines. And the expansive spa incorporates aloe and other indigenous ingredients into transformative treatments.

24 minute walk, 5 minute drive from our wedding location.

With one and a half miles of beach, you will enjoy what feels like your own private oasis. Featuring spacious lobbies, open-air seating at onsite restaurants and guest rooms spread out among low-rise buildings, the resorts are designed to give you the space you need to truly unwind and disconnect with a Divi dose of paradise.

8 minute drive from our wedding location

Discover a captivating tropical paradise at Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. Overlooking the Caribbean sands of Palm Beach, the beautifully-styled hotel boasts spacious accommodations on the sunny beaches of Aruba with exceptional resort amenities. Try your luck at the thrilling 24-hour Stellaris Casino or take a long swim in tranquil ocean waters. Sip on specialty cocktails in private cabanas at our H2Oasis adults-only pool or pamper yourself with a soothing massage in our full-service spa. Soak away all your cares in our resort's relaxing sauna and whirlpool or savor superb onsite dining at Ruth's Chris Steak House, Atardi and La Vista. 

19 minute walk, 5 minute drive from our wedding location

The Caribbean’s #1 resort for romance invites you to indulge and unwind. Created with you in mind, this Adults-Only oasis is nestled on stunning and award winning Eagle Beach, one of the 'Dream Beaches of the World'. Our breathtaking location, tranquil setting and outstanding personalized service draw couples to relax and celebrate their love for one another. Our passion for creating your perfect romantic vacation will keep you coming back.

9 minute drive from our wedding location

Modern furnishings and renovated bathrooms deliver uncompromising comfort. Breathtaking oceanfront views await. World-renowned white sand beaches are just steps from your private patio or balcony. All-inclusive resort amenities in an enchanting tropical setting extend a welcome mat to relax and unwind or enjoy family-friendly fun and kid-approved memory making. This is Tamarijn Aruba, your tropical destination in Caribbean paradise.

8 minute drive from our wedding location

Courtyard Aruba Resort sets the stage for a truly memorable getaway. Our hotel is located in the heart of Palm Beach, steps away from the pristine sand and surf; attractions including the California Lighthouse and Bubali Bird Sanctuary are within easy reach. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, plus easy access to the latest international news, weather updates and airport conditions via our GoBoard technology. Make yourself at home in rooms boasting contemporary design, ultra-comfortable bedding and spacious, ergonomic work areas. Allegra Bistro is your destination for a great breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks in an inviting and relaxing atmosphere; sip a refreshing drink from our swim-up pool bar while you're here, too.