General: Bonaire

Introduction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~ During this time of year my mind often harks back to warmer climates and more pleasant surroundings. Imagine sipping a cocktail and watching the sunset with a view across the ocean listening to the sound of fruit bats as they come out to feed. Such a memory is that of the Dutch Antilles, known locally as ABC (Bonaire, Curaçao and Aruba). Bonaire and Curaçao, and to a lesser extent, Aruba, feature prominently in States-side diving magazines as very desirable diving destinations, and a number of specialist UK tour operators now offer those on ... more

Bonaire belongs to what is called the tropical "ABC". What is this ABC about? ABC means Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao. Bonaire is of the three the less prepared for tourists, and if we have to put them in order, the ABC would be more an acb. Bonaire IS worth a day trip that you can do either from Aruba or from Curacao. In addition, you will notice that Bonaire is the earth of the locals, maybe that is why their nightlife is much more relax than their neighbours. If you choose one this day trips you'll have a meal included either in the ship or in one of the tourist restaurants. Choose the second ... more