Bonaire

Bonaire is a small island located in the southern Caribbean known for its pioneering role in the preservation of nature, in particular the preservation of the marine environment, and for its excellent scuba diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing, among other things. Kayak in the mangroves, the gentle bay or venture out into the open ocean for a real challenge. Enjoy the nature of the land cycling or mountain biking.
Many descriptions and slogans have been written about Bonaire: Best Kept Secret, Unhurried, Unspoiled, Unforgettable; Diver's Paradise; and the list goes on... The fact is that all these statements are true, and then some. Another truth is the statistic that over 55% of arrivals on Bonaire are repeat visitors!
There are a number of reasons people visit our island. First timers generally have heard about the climate, the water, the sun and what there is to do. When asked, repeat visitors generally say that they did not have enough time to do all they wanted to on their first visit. If it is the third or fourth trip, the answer is basically the same but with this addition "It is the warmth and friendliness of the people" that keeps visitors returning year after year.
Bonaire has the reputation of being laid back, slower paced and very tranquil. The good news is that while this is all quite true, the island also offers a lively nightlife, fun places to visit and world class restaurants. When you first come to the island, you are a visitor, but when you leave, you are a friend.
We enjoy Bonaire so much that we literally organized a group for the Millennium with 120 people; yes this is no embellishment. We had most all the hotels too. If you want news about Bonaire we have travel books on almost any destination you desire.
To help you find your way around Bonaire, you only need a simple Bonaire map provided by the resorts – It’s easy to get around with a map
Here are some ideas to get you started:
Calendar covers the latest happenings on Bonaire, from the present through months from now, so you can best plan your schedule to include these upcoming island-wide events in which both tourists and locals can participate, or see what is happening on a regular basis like nature slideshows on the Weekly page.
Forms of recreation on Bonaire can help you locate a good dive operator, such who to call to rent a windsurfing equipment, where the best beaches are, where to cycle, and what to do for evening entertainment. And of course, what Bonaire is known for is covered extensively - scuba diving and snorkeling.
Eating - need we say more? The Restaurants are in abundance and provides information on all Bonaire restaurants, with cuisines ranging from Italian and Lebanese to Antillean, American, and Indonesian
If you're looking for cool Bonairean art, jewelry, souvenirs, or even more mundane things like appliances; The Shopping in Bonaire is somewhat like the States.
Getting to Bonaire can unfortunately be a challenge sometimes, and once you're here, you definitely need a set of wheels (Bonaire is a small island, but not small enough to walk everywhere). This will help you to the various airlines, car rental companies, tour companies, taxi services, and bike & scooters so you can find just what you need.
Have a good day on Bonaire!