In terms of facility updates at the airport, plexiglass shields would be in place at all counters, sanitation protocols in all airport areas have been revised, PPE equipment will be mandatory for all airport staff, air quality at the airport will be enhanced, and airline protocols will be updated. Other cruise lines not originating in the USA are not necessarily subject to this “no sail” order; but Aruba’s borders remain closed until further notice irrespective.We are getting several requests about testing timing and how far in advance one can take the test for it to be valid for entry. Social distancing of at least 1.5 meters remains in force.Five flights from the USA arrived to much fanfare and a warm Aruban welcome at the airport. American would normally have about 137 monthly flights and this will be reduced to 56. Information was also provided about preparations at accommodations, including glass/plexiglass shields on check-in, contactless room entry, rigorous sanitation regimens etc. Having that title doesn’t mean that much; it’s still an island in a region where petty crime – sometimes violent crime – and drug gangs persist. A total of 215 visitors have been tested upon arrival to date and all have tested negative.American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue Airways are set to offer 128 monthly flights collectively. The return flight will leave Aruba on May 14th at 4pm arriving in Amsterdam the following day on May 15th. Hotel/timeshare guests who test positive are transported to alternative accommodations for isolation. For the most part, Aruba is safe. She mentioned that adjustments are being considered and will be announced soon, and will then be re-evaluated every two weeks to establish the impact of the adjustments to determine whether rollback is needed or if these adjustments can be maintained or can be re-adjusted further. Spa services, massage services, bars, casinos and nightclubs will not be allowed to open until further notice.During a press conference yesterday evening, Aruba’s minister of tourism indicated that Aruba was getting ready to open borders and mentioned some protocols that would be put in place at the airport for example.As previously announced, as of May 25th, restaurants with outside seating will be allowed to reopen, beauty salons and barbershops will also be allowed to reopen, as will gyms. Today it was also announced that all schools in Aruba will remain closed until May 11th.All hygiene and social distancing (1.5 to 2 meters recommended) protocols continue to be obligatory.