Ever booked a hotel room and wished you had the entire floor to yourself? How about the whole resort? Travel creators Kirstin (@travelwithkirstin
) and Kenneth Freyer (@kennethfreyer.portfolio
) just took that dream to the next level on their recent trip to Aruba.
They didn’t just book a nice suite; they booked a massive, 10-bedroom private villa from Casiola… just for the two of them. It’s the ultimate “what if” scenario come to life, and it’s a brilliant new way to think about a luxury getaway.
Your own piece of heaven
So, what’s it like when a couple has nearly 5,000 square feet of paradise all to themselves?
Imagine waking up and choosing from ten different bedrooms for your morning view. Feel like a swim? Want to chill next to the pool and work? The huge private pool is all yours—no competition for the best lounge chair. Want to play some games? The game room is open for a private tournament. With a fully stocked kitchen, sprawling common areas, and stunning ocean views, the entire estate becomes your personal playground.
As they put it, the experience was simply “next level” and “way better than any hotel.”
While the idea of having a private estate for two is an amazing story, Kirstin and Kenneth also had a smart goal in mind: to show their audience what is truly possible for large group travel. They used their unique trip to showcase the villa’s incredible potential for family reunions, weddings, or that epic friends’ trip you’ve been dreaming of.
Kirstin highlighted the key details for her followers, showing how a home this grand becomes incredibly practical for a group. She did the math, explaining that with 10 bedrooms and space for 26 people, the cost could work out to be as low as $44 per person per night (at the moment of writing this post)—a value that a hotel simply can’t match.
Finding the soul of Aruba
While a private villa provides an incredible sanctuary, the true magic of the trip is its location on “One Happy Island.” Aruba is a destination that captivates the senses, offering a stunning variety of landscapes, perfect weather, and unforgettable sights that draw visitors from all over the world. Venturing beyond your private pool means discovering an island that is equal parts tranquil paradise and rugged adventure.
A climate of perfect days
Aruba’s weather is, simply put, one of the best in the world. The island is blessed with a dry, sunny climate that delivers consistently warm temperatures year-round. But the true secret to its appeal is the constant, cooling embrace of the trade winds. This gentle breeze sweeps across the island, making even the warmest days feel pleasant and refreshing. It’s what allows you to comfortably lounge on the beach for hours or explore the island’s interior without feeling overwhelmed by the heat. Perhaps most importantly for travelers, Aruba is located south of the principal hurricane belt, making it one of the most reliable and worry-free destinations in the Caribbean, especially during the late summer and fall.
A climate of perfect days
Aruba’s weather is, simply put, one of the best in the world. The island is blessed with a dry, sunny climate that delivers consistently warm temperatures year-round. But the true secret to its appeal is the constant, cooling embrace of the trade winds. This gentle breeze sweeps across the island, making even the warmest days feel pleasant and refreshing. It’s what allows you to comfortably lounge on the beach for hours or explore the island’s interior without feeling overwhelmed by the heat. Perhaps most importantly for travelers, Aruba is located south of the principal hurricane belt, making it one of the most reliable and worry-free destinations in the Caribbean, especially during the late summer and fall.
A beach for every taste
The island’s coastline is a spectacular collection of world-renowned beaches, each with its own unique personality. Eagle Beach, often ranked among the best beaches in the world, is a breathtakingly wide expanse of powder-soft white sand. It’s famous for its two iconic fofoti trees, which have been sculpted by the trade winds into dramatic, leaning silhouettes against the turquoise water, making them one of the most photographed spots on the island. Further north, Arashi Beach offers a calmer, more intimate experience. Its gentle, clear waters and abundant underwater life make it a perfect spot for snorkeling right off the shore. For families, Baby Beach on the southern tip is a natural wonder. This shallow, protected basin feels like a natural swimming pool, with warm, crystal-clear water that is rarely more than waist-deep, allowing young children to play safely and joyfully in the calm sea.
Beauty and island landmarks
To truly know Aruba is to explore its wild and untamed side within Arikok National Park. This protected area covers nearly 20% of the island and feels like another world entirely. Here, the soft beaches give way to a rugged, desert-like landscape of towering cacti, dramatic rock formations, and the iconic, wind-bent divi-divi trees. The park’s bumpy tracks are best explored by 4×4, leading to hidden gems like the “conchi” or Natural Pool—a stunning swimming hole protected from the crashing waves by a wall of volcanic rock. On the island’s northernmost tip stands the majestic California Lighthouse. Named after a steamship that wrecked nearby decades before its construction, the lighthouse offers a stoic silhouette against the sky. Climbing to the top rewards you with a 360-degree panoramic view of the island, and it is widely considered the absolute best place on Aruba to watch a spectacular sunset. Back in the heart of civilization, the capital city of Oranjestad charms visitors with its vibrant, colorful Dutch colonial architecture, creating a picture-perfect setting for duty-free shopping and waterfront dining.
Your invitation to paradise
This unique trip proves that a luxury villa can be whatever you want it to be. It can be an over-the-top, incredibly private and romantic escape for two, or it can be the smart, fun, and surprisingly affordable solution for your entire group.
If you want to have the same experience as Kirstin and Kenneth, book your villa with us.