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Welcome to the home of the Bonaire Hospitality Group. While it would be nice if you would remember our name, what is important to us is that after your initial decision making of choosing for Bonaire, you leave everything else in our hands. But first, we are here to assist you in making those choices that best suit the type of traveler you are. Then, from the minute you set foot on this beautiful friendly island, it is our pleasure to take care of you. From helping you to choose a stay that best suits your wishes, to the places you want to visit and the activities you have ambitions for. We are here to offer you...Hospitality Without Limits.

As you may already know, one in every visitor to the island is a diver and it's easy to see that the entire island is geared up for incredible Scuba experiences. Even our official license plates carry the island motto "divers paradise". With over 80 pristine sites to explore, Bonaire has consistently been rated number one shore diving destination in the world and with perfect year round conditions you can enjoy more than 350 types of fish and 60 different variety of corals 365 days of the year.

Besides diving, the water makes for perfect snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing and sailing or just relaxing. On land there are many great hiking and biking opportunities where you can take in the flora and fauna up close.

Eco Adventure is already here, we just need you to complete the picture. Bonaire...take only pictures leave only bubbles and footprints.

 

Airlines
Air Jamaica offers service to Bonaire on 4 times per week with connections from the US and the UK via Jamaica..
American Eagle offers 6 times per week connections from the US to Bonaire via Puerto Rico.
Bonaire Exel with daily flights to Curaçao and Aruba.
Divi Air offers daily service between Bonaire an Curaçao.
KLM offers two flights a day from Amsterdam.

Airport
Flamingo International Airport

ATM
Several ATM’s can be found around the island. Locations include the Flamingo Airport, town center in Kaya Grandi and nearby Buddy Dive Resort.

Banks
A number of banks are located around the island. Banking hours are from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am till 3:30 pm.

Climate
Tropical climate enhanced by north east trade winds. Annual averages: temperature 82º F (28º C),
rainfall: 22”, water temperature 80º F (27º C)

Currency
U.S. Dollar, fixed at exchange rate of Naf. 1.78 and Antillean Guilder (Naf.) are accepted on the island. Euro is accepted at Plaza Resort Bonaire at the reception against the daily exchange rate.

Dentists
There are several dental clinics to be found on the island. For details consult the yellow pages.

Departure Tax
International departure tax is USD. 20. Domestic departure tax is Naf. 10. Both payable upon departure at the airport.

Drinking Water
Distilled and purified seawater that is safe to drink. Bottled water is also sold in supermarkets.

Driving License
International and foreign driving licenses are accepted. Driving on right side of the road.

Electricity
110-130 volts AC (50 cycles)

Emergencies
For ambulance service dial 114. For the police department dial 911. Bonaire has a 60-bed hospital, San Francisco Hospital on Kaya Soeur Bartola 2 and a number of doctors. An ambulance plane is also on call for emergencies. Bonaire also has a recompression chamber that is located adjacent to the hospital.

Entry requirements
All visitors must have a valid passport and return ticket. Visitors from the US and Canada may also submit the following documents:

  • An official birth certificate or an affidavit of birth, plus a valid driver's license;
  • A certificate of naturalization for citizens born outside the United States, plus a valid driver's license;
  • A re-entry permit to the US, a valid non quota immigration visa or a green card for non USA citizens residing in the USA, plus a valid driver's license.

Geography
Size: 112 square miles (180 square km), with Brandaris as highest point at 784 feet (239 meters).Geographic coordinates: 12 15N, 68 45 W.

Internet
Internet service is available through local service providers and AT&T. Internet corners can be found at Belmar Apartments, Buddy Dive Resort and Lagoen Hill. Other internet facilities can be found at the local telephone company Telbo and at other locations on the island.

Languages
Dutch and Papiamento. English and Spanish are widely spoken. At our hotels and dive shops you will also find staff who can speak German, French.

National Holidays
New Year’s day; Carnival (February); Good Friday, Easter Monday; Queen’s birthday (30 April) ; Labor Day (1 May); Ascension Day; Bonaire Day (6 September); Christmas Day; Boxing Day.

Pharmacies
There are 3 pharmacies on the island, also known as Botika. Botika Bonaire in the town center on Kaya Grandi 27. Botika Korona on Kaya Korona 180 and Botika Rincon in the village of Rincon.

Population
± 11.000

Postal Services
There are two post offices on the island. One in town on Plaza Reina Wilhelmina 11, open from Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 12:00 and 1:30 to 5:00 and one in Rincon on Kaya Rincon 73, open from 9:00 to 12:00 Monday through Friday.

Store Hours
Stores are generally open from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Supermarkets are open non-stop from 8:00 am till 6:00 pm from Monday till Saturday. Some supermarkets and mini markets are open on Sundays and closing hours may vary from 2:00 pm till 8:00 pm.

Telephone
International telephone calls can be made from most resorts and apartments. Public phones are available all over the island for use with prepaid calling cards and credit cards. GSM is supported. Mobile phones are also for rent on island.

Time
Atlantic Standard Time

Tourism Seasons
High Season: December 15 - April 14
Low Season: April 15 - December 14

Vaccinations
No vaccinations are required for Bonaire.

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Bonaire Hospitality Group
P.O. Box 47, Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles • Phone: ++ (599) 717-7232 • Fax ++ (599) 717-2073
E-mail: info@bonairehospitality.com • Web: www.bonairehospitality.com.
If you would like to receive information on prices and availability on the individual hotels, apartments and vacation rentals, you can contact them here directly.

 

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