A long time patron of the Alden Beach Resort, my trip back earlier this month was my first since that venerable establishment was absorbed by the Tradewinds. My sticker shock was to a great extent mitigated by the sight of some familiar faces---employees from the Alden whom the new management wisely retained.
Special praise goes to Chris Phillips at the RumFish front desk. Chris' thirty years experience in the hospitality industry has allowed him to accumulate a wealth of knowledge without dimming his enthusiasm or helpfulness. Shout outs also for Pat, the night auditor, Glenn, the pool man, and Devon and Ann in housekeeping. They all turned my stay into something like a family reunion, and I needed that, my wife having passed away six weeks before my arrival. Thanks guys! See you in the spring.