Natalee Case Discussion #819 5/17/09 - 6/10/09

[Blue Moon]

Bastibro - we were having a friendly discussion.

I know Klaas and I am kind of serious about this . .
It`s a question that shouldn't be to hard to answer for a sincere new member.

I think it`s a normal question, being interested in someones motives. JMHO

Being a little sarcastic here Bastibro?  You are lucky so far (JMO). 

Hi Blue Moon, Trying to be friendly to me here? You`re doing a bad job

Darn it, made a boo-boo:  correction:

And good afternoon to you too!    

[Magnolia]

Welcome to Scared Monkeys Bradysmom!    

Those are some hinky dancing boots TM.

[texasmom]

CBS 42 in Birmingham is having another segment on the Natalee/Aruba story at
5:00 and at 10:00.  I just heard a tease that said.....why Aruba will never be the same.

The ABC station ran the story of Beth speaking in Texas today with footage.
Beth had on no eyemakeup.  She looked really different.

Thanks Magnolia!   

Wow, no eye makeup...I know how that totally changes the way I look!      

[texasmom]

Welcome to Scared Monkeys Bradysmom!    

Those are some hinky dancing boots TM.

   

[can]

Good night DPJ.

Welcome to SM bradysmom!!!

[Magnolia]

Natalee Holloway case looms over aruba like a black cloud.

Tourism dipped 9% after the call for a boycott, but the island has rebounded and
tourism is back up to what it was before.  ( I don't think so)
Tourist feel safe but do not go out except in groups.

I think this report is BS.

[klaasend]

Welcome Bradysmom!

Thanks Magnolia for the show info!

[can]

Natalee Holloway case looms over aruba like a black cloud.

Tourism dipped 9% after the call for a boycott, but the island has rebounded and
tourism is back up to what it was before.  ( I don't think so)
Tourist feel safe but do not go out except in groups.

I think this report is BS.

If the tourists felt safe, why would they only go out in groups? 

[klaasend]

Natalee Holloway case looms over aruba like a black cloud.

Tourism dipped 9% after the call for a boycott, but the island has rebounded and
tourism is back up to what it was before.  ( I don't think so)
Tourist feel safe but do not go out except in groups.

I think this report is BS.

They must have spoken with Renfro for that info    We know tourism numbers are down due to the economy (at least).

[klaasend]

http://www.cbs42.com/content/special/story/Tourism-in-Aruba-since-Holloway-s-Disappearance/wFgpbx5OJUiFuf9uEgDDJQ.cspx

Tourism in Aruba since Holloway’s Disappearance
  Reported by: Kimberly Rankin
Reported by: Cynthia Gould
Last Update: 4:38 pm 

 

(CBS 42) It’s been four years since Natalee Holloway disappeared in Aruba.  The negative attention from that tragedy put a serious dent in the island nation's prime industry: Tourism.

“Don’t worry, be happy…” It’s kind of the theme song for island paradise get-aways.  But with the Natalee Holloway tragedy looming over Aruba like a black cloud, are vacationers feeling the care-free vibe?

Tourist Evelyn Nedeau said, "Not worried about a thing.  First impression, it is beautiful, it is safe, the weather is gorgeous.  The beach is phenomenal."

"We have a certain affinity for the island.  We know there are decent people here…hardworking and industrious," said Ron Conway.

And tourism has begun to re-build in Aruba, the Natalee Holloway affect has weakened and cruise ships and planes have begun to dock and descend on this destination.

"We come here every year, last year we came here twice. We bring our kids here," said Donna Nedeau.

"It was very unfortunate and our hearts go out to her family, but it didn't stop us from coming out and having some fun," said Joe Boccuti.

Tourists say they feel safe on the island of Aruba.  In fact they feel so safe they have no problem walking down the street at two or three in the morning as long as they are with a good group of friends.

"We stay together, we walk together and that's how we do it," said Evelyn Viera.

70% of Aruba’s tourism comes from the U.S.  And while many pray for the conclusion of Natalee Holloway’s case, they understand her death was an island aberration.

"Anywhere you go something can happen.  Bad things happen in all different places, but you can't let it stop you from going to wonderful places, and this is really a great place," said Boccuti.

According to a Caribbean travel Web site, tourism dipped more than 9% after Beth Holloway's plea for an island boycott.  Since then those numbers have rebounded, returning U.S. dollars to the pockets of Aruba locals who rely on tourism to feed their families.
 

[Magnolia]

Here is the transcript from CBS42

Tourism in Aruba since Holloway’s Disappearance

  Reported by: Kimberly Rankin
Reported by: Cynthia Gould
Last Update: 4:38 pm 
 

It’s been four years since Natalee Holloway disappeared in Aruba.  The negative attention from that tragedy put a serious dent in the island nation's prime industry: Tourism.

“Don’t worry, be happy…” It’s kind of the theme song for island paradise get-aways.  But with the Natalee Holloway tragedy looming over Aruba like a black cloud, are vacationers feeling the care-free vibe?

Tourist Evelyn Nedeau said, "Not worried about a thing.  First impression, it is beautiful, it is safe, the weather is gorgeous.  The beach is phenomenal."

"We have a certain affinity for the island.  We know there are decent people here…hardworking and industrious," said Ron Conway.

And tourism has begun to re-build in Aruba, the Natalee Holloway affect has weakened and cruise ships and planes have begun to dock and descend on this destination.

"We come here every year, last year we came here twice. We bring our kids here," said Donna Nedeau.

"It was very unfortunate and our hearts go out to her family, but it didn't stop us from coming out and having some fun," said Joe Boccuti.

Tourists say they feel safe on the island of Aruba.  In fact they feel so safe they have no problem walking down the street at two or three in the morning as long as they are with a good group of friends.

"We stay together, we walk together and that's how we do it," said Evelyn Viera.

70% of Aruba’s tourism comes from the U.S.  And while many pray for the conclusion of Natalee Holloway’s case, they understand her death was an island aberration.

"Anywhere you go something can happen.  Bad things happen in all different places, but you can't let it stop you from going to wonderful places, and this is really a great place," said Boccuti.

According to a Caribbean travel Web site, tourism dipped more than 9% after Beth Holloway's plea for an island boycott.  Since then those numbers have rebounded, returning U.S. dollars to the pockets of Aruba locals who rely on tourism to feed their families.

[klaasend]

Wonder if this is the Joe Boccuti in the article 

http://www.meetup.com/members/4545269/

[Blue Moon]

Natalee Holloway case looms over aruba like a black cloud.

Tourism dipped 9% after the call for a boycott, but the island has rebounded and
tourism is back up to what it was before.  ( I don't think so)
Tourist feel safe but do not go out except in groups.

I think this report is BS.

I totally agree Mags.  Total BS.  They still cannot get the story straight.  Guess we need to ratchet it up a little more.   

[Magnolia]

Wonder if this is the Joe Boccuti in the article 

http://www.meetup.com/members/4545269/

Maybe he was in Aruba to perform at Alex Mathew's new brothel.

[Blue Moon]

Wonder if this is the Joe Boccuti in the article 

http://www.meetup.com/members/4545269/

Maybe he was in Aruba to perform at Alex Mathew's new brothel.

sounds like Aruba PAID him to come to their beautiful island and speak up for them.   

[Tamikosmom]

Mother of Natalee Holloway to speak at Austin High
By Laura Heinauer | Monday, May 18, 2009, 09:01 AM

Beth Holloway, the mother of Natalee Holloway, the Birmingham, Ala., woman who disappeared in 2005 while on a senior graduation trip in Aruba, will speak to an assembly at Austin High School today.

The assembly will be at 11 a.m. in the Performing Arts Center at the school, located at 1715 W. Cesar Chavez.

District officials said Holloway has been visiting high schools around the country to urge students to be cautious when traveling.

http://www.statesman.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/education/entries/2009/05/18/mother_of_natalee_holloway_to.html

[Tamikosmom]

UPDATE

WATCH: Mother warns Austin students about travel dangers
10:07 PM CDT on Monday, May 18, 2009
By TOM HARRIS
KVUE News

It's been almost four years since high school senior Natalee Holloway disappeared off the island of Aruba. It's a story that captured worldwide attention.

Beth Holloway, mother of the missing girl, travels the US warning students about the dangers when traveling abroad. She spent the morning at Austin High School.

Holloway believes her daughter was kidnapped, raped and murdered. She says it's a tough story to tell, but one that high school students need to hear.

"There is a real connection. I think they can see themselves in Natalee's shoes, and I think they can also see me as their parent," she said.

Holloway says she is not discouraging the students from traveling. She just wants them to always have a plan and stick together.

Austin High Student Kellie Dashiell was listening.

"I think it's important because whenever people my age travel, they never expect something like that to happen," Dashiell said.

Austin High student Courtney Upstatd says it's a good message to hear.

"We went to Costa Rica for a month without parents. It is a completely different atmosphere than America and you just really need to be aware of your surroundings," said Upstatd.

It was the Austin High School parents who brought Holloway in to talk to their kids.

"Who would have ever thought that with a group of hundred students, chaperoned... that something like this could happen. Parents never want to get that phone call," said Christi Davidson, who has a son at the school.

Holloway says she may never get justice for Natalee's death, but she wants to help others.

"They are always very appreciative and will come up to me just to say thank you. They say it gives them a whole new perspective on how they want to live their lives," Holloway said.

Austin High School students gave Holloway a standing ovation at the end of her presentation

http://www.kvue.com/news/local/stories/051809kvue_Holloway_talk-cb.170a9b37.html

[texasmom]

http://www.24ora.com/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,1/



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thirteen tourist!   

[texasmom]

Wonder if this is the Joe Boccuti in the article 

http://www.meetup.com/members/4545269/

Maybe he was in Aruba to perform at Alex Mathew's new brothel.

 

[klaasend]

Video from last night:

http://www.cbs42.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=12326@wiat.dayport.com