Driving to the dive site on Bonaire one morning, I spotted a rare phenomenon along the road. It looked like a farmer harvesting a field of sparkly snow. The machine was a cross between a bulldozer and a snowplow, and the crop was glimmering white. Where a shallow pink pond lay just days before, the…
Livin’ the Dream at Bonaire’s Jibe City Hang Out Beach Bar Just 20 minutes from the town of Kralendijk, Bonaire’s Hang Out Beach Bar offers the quintessential Caribbean feet-in-the-sand, beer-in-your-hand experience. Sited against the warm, gentle waters of Lac Bay, this true beach bar is built right on the sand, with a castaway vibe that…
The Fujifilm XP90 Camera I have a confession to make. On my last trip to Bonaire I fell in love. With my camera. I didn’t expect it to happen. I just wanted to take some pictures underwater. But after a few days I knew we had something special. That this camera is destined to preserve…
What to Pack in Your Beach Bag When You Go Snorkeling or Shore Diving After dozens of shore dives on Bonaire, we’ve come up with a standard bag of supplies to bring for every dive. No matter where you dive, or if you snorkel, everything on this list will make your outing more comfortable. Don’t…
Karel’s Beach Bar in Kralendijk If we only had a few hours to spend in Bonaire’s town of Kralendijk, Karel’s Beach Bar is where we’d go. Situated on one of the town piers, this bar and full-service restaurant boasts an unmatched view of the harbor, sea, and town. Order a bucket of Heinekens and watch…
Gio’s Gelateria in Kralendijk On the island of Bonaire, our favorite ice cream shop is Gio’s Gelateria. Located right on Kralendijk’s main drag, this cute euro-style cafe features two dozen flavors of delicious fresh-made gelato. If you’d like a special treat, order a cup of coffee here. Even if you just order a $2.75 shot…
Discover the Magic of Gardening Underwater When You Help Restore the Reef If you’re looking for a truly unique underwater experience, a way to give back to Mother Nature, and a really cool PADI Specialty Certification, Bonaire’s Coral Restoration Foundation has a job for you. The island of Bonaire is truly a diver’s paradise. Warm…
