product update 2016 q1

Product Update

Q1 - 2016

Introduction

This is the first edition of CHATA’s Product Update. This new platform is to keep you informed about new products and services

from our CHATA members and will be sent out quarterly.

INTRODUCTION

Product Update Q1 - 2016

IntroductionCONTENT

Product Update Q1 - 2016

Hotels………………………...……………….….…pg. 4Restaurant…………………………………….……pg. 12Transportation.........…………………………………pg.14Product……………………………….……….……pg.19Development………………………………………pg. 22New Websites …………………..…………………pg. 24New Members ………………………….…………pg. 27

HOTELS

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AVILA HOTEL à AVILA BEACH HOTEL

Hotels

The Avila Hotel decided to rename its hotel due to the extensive upgrade of the beach, to the widely

familiar AVILA BEACH HOTEL.

The name change is part of the previously launched quality improvement of which the beach extension

took a great part.Website: www.avilahotel.com

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TUI & Chogogo: TIME TO SMILE Resort

Hotels

On November 2nd, 2015 Chogogo Resort and TUI have joined forces to implement the travel giant's self catering

- TIME TO SMILE, SMART Inclusive concept in the renovation of Chogogo accommodations.

Curaçao is the first long haul destination to receive CHATA Member TUI’s TIME TO SMILE implementation

of the SMART Inclusive concept in one of the accommodations. TIME TO SMILE is a self catering

concept for apartments which is due to further expand into hotels in the near future.

The goal of TUI's TIME TO SMILE is to cater to all the Dutch travelers' needs, the intention is to ensure that Dutch travelers are accommodated as if they were at

home with larger beds, a spacious porch, walk-in showers, a modern kitchen and a fast Wi-Fi connection.

TIME TO SMILE Concept is offered exclusively on the Dutch Market, since it is a concept which ensures that the accommodations are tailored to the Dutch Tourists'

needs.

Website: www.chogogo.com | www.tui.nl

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PARTNERSHIP

Acoya Hotel & Ocean Encounters: Dive & Snorkeling Services

Hotels

As per January 1st 2016 Acoya Hotel partnered up with Ocean Encounters which will be offering all their

aquatic services to their guests such as:

Diving services, day trips to: East Point/Klein Curaçao & Mushroom Forrest, dolphin Dive

Services, Animal Encounters Snorkeling & Diving Services

Website: www.acoyacuracao.com | www.oceanencounters.com

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PARTNERSHIP

Papagayo Beach Hotel & KLM: Crew Residency

Hotels

Papagayo Curaçao was already the residence of the TUI crew but since January 1st KLM also has chosen the

Papagayo Beach Hotel for all their stops on our island.To make that choice KLM had several hotels thoroughly screened for security, hygiene, service, comfort and versatility of the immediate area. This

choice of KLM is therefore a wonderful tribute to the success of this young hotel.

Website: www.papagayo.com | www.klm.com

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PARTNERSHIP

Baoase Trip Advisor Award

Hotels

Baoase Luxury Resort won the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award 2016. They were

ranked as #6 for Top 25 Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean!

Website: www.baoase.com

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AW

ARDS

Papagayo Expedia Award

Hotels

Papagayo Curaçao very proudly accepted the award for Top Partner of the Year, “In recognition of an outstanding performance and partnership” at

Expedia’s Annual Appreciation Ceremony

Website: www.papagayo.com | www.expedia.com

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AW

ARDS

Sombré di Kabana Trip Advisor Award

Hotels

B&B Sombré di Kabana won the TripAdvisorTravellers’Choice Award 2016.

Website: www.bnb-sombredikabana.com | www.tripadvisor.com

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AW

ARDS

RESTAURANTS

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Auntie Anne’s in Curaçao

Restaurants

The American pretzel sensation chain, Auntie Anne’s is now available in Curaçao. Auntie Anne’s is located

at the Curaçao International Airport along with Cinnabon.

Website: www.auntieannes.com | www.curacao-airport.com

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TRANSPORTATION

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Avis Budget Group & Copa Airlines

Transportation

Avis Budget has signed a partnership agreement with ConnectMiles, the frequent traveler program of

Copa Airlines.

As part of the multi-year agreement, Avis Car Rental and Budget Car Rental have been named car rental partners for Copa Airlines' ConnectMiles loyalty

program. Members of ConnectMiles can now save money on Avis and Budget rentals around the globe and earn 100 miles per day when they rent an Avis or Budget vehicle. In addition, Avis and Budget will

promote products, services and money-saving offers in marketing channels for ConnectMiles members, including emails, e-statements, the airline's in-flight

magazine and online.

www.copaair.com | www.avisbudgetgroup.com

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PARTNERSHIP

Aruba Airlines

Transportation

On December 16th, 2015 the inaugural flight of Aruba Airlines landed at approximately 10 am at

Curaçao Hato Airport. Aruba Airlines will operate 3 weekly flights to and from Curaçao. The airline will furthermore serve the following destinations

mostly from Aruba Beatrix Airport: Miami, Panama, Maracaibo, Valencia and the Dominican Republic.

Website: www.arubaairlines.com

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AIR

LIFT

Serenity Transfers & Tours

Transportation

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The known DMC, Business Serenity is proud to announce its new sister company: Serenity Transfers & Tours. With three

brand new air-conditioned large buses having just arrived on the island and a couple of medium sized buses, the DMC &

transportation company is ready to bring the island’s tourism infrastructure to the next level, providing even more quality in

transfer & tour services.

Website: www.business-serenity.com

PRODUCTS

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Pandora & CTB: Curaçao Pandora Beads

Product

More than just a Pandora Charm, it is an official Curaçao Pandora Charm available at The Pandora Store at Heerenstraat 4B in Punda. The charm is

engraved with the official Curaçao logo, and launched in partnership with the Curaçao Tourist Board (CTB) on

December 1st, 2015.

Website: www.instagram.com/pandorapunda/ | www.facebook.com/PandoraCuracao

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PARTNERSHIP

AC Travel & Leisure: Curaçao Island Pass

Product

AC Travel & Leisure is a new company founded by young entrepreneurs. The company is committed to offer competitive value for money products and high

level services in order to achieve total client satisfaction.

In May 2016 they will be launching their first product under the name of “Curaçao Island Pass”. The idea

behind this concept is to offer tourists and visitors deals and discounts on tours, activities, attractions, excursions and free public transportation through a card that can

be purchased for a small amount of money.

Website: www.islandpasscuracao.com

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PARTNERSHIP

CAP & CAH: Terminal Expansion Project

Development

On January 12th, 2016 CAP's ceremony of the ground breaking for the extension of the airport terminal building took place.

CAH in cooperation with CAP are teaming up in this ambitious growth plan. CAP will invest about two thirds of the total

investments in this extension and CAH will invest the other third which is a total of 14 million U.S. Dollars for this extension. This airport extension will greatly upgrade the passenger experience of our island's visitors, both leisure and business, as well as our

local people who use the airport. This extension will also contribute to the airport's competitive position in the

international airline arena.

Website: www.curacao-airport.com | www.ca-holding.com

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PARTNERSHIP

DEVELOPMENT

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WEBSITES

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Yellow Tourism Solutions Website

Websites

Yellow Tourism Solutions N.V. launched its new and improved website for their Curaçao Jeep Safaris at www.jeep-safaris.com. The new site is now faster,

more attractive and up to the latest technical standards for use on computers, tablets, and

smartphones.

Website: www.jeep-safari.com

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NEW

CHATA Website

Websites

CHATA launched it’s new and improved website focusing on our Products and members The

displaying of our CHATA Hotels & Resorts on an online platform is one of the major goals of this new website. Be sure to check out our dedicated landing page focusing solely on accommodations. CHATA will continue to develop this product platform in

2016 and beyond.

Website: www.chata.org

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NEW

NEW MEMBERS

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T: +5999 511-2292E: landhuisbonavista@gmail.comW: www.landhuisbonavista.nl

NEW MEMBERSSMALL ACCOMMODATIONS

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T: +5999 842-4200E: info@piscaderaharbourvillage.comW: www.piscaderaharbourvillage.com

T: +5999 465-1551E: info@citysuitescuracao.comW: www.citysuitescuracao.com

NEW MEMBERSALLIED MEMBERS

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T: +5999 844-0060E: info@blackcuracao.comW: www.blackcuracao.com

T: +5999 515-7533E: info@thisistuna.comW: www.thisistuna.com

T: +5999 737-2025E: bharat@curacaofinancialgroup.comW: www.curacaofinancialgroup.com

T: +5999 465-0701E: 38207@dfch.com

W: www.colombianemeralds.com

NEW MEMBERSALLIEDMEMBERS

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T: +5999 694-7008E: alcala@tecnosports.com.ve

W: www.tecnosports.cw

T: +5999 787-7200E: info@heren2.cw

W: www.heren2.net

NEW MEMBERSALLIEDMEMBERS

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T: +5999 766-7101E: contact@district1850.com

W: www.facebook.com/District1850/

T: +5999 462-6262E: info@tourism-curacao.com

W: www.tourism-curacao.com

T: +5999 864-0554E: info@bdivingcuraco.com

W: www.bdivingcuracao.com

NEW MEMBERSALLIEDMEMBERS

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T: +5999 513-7326E: actravelgroupcuracao@gmail.com

W: www.islandpasscuracao..com

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