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Press Release WHAT'S
NEW IN BONAIRE Kralendijk, Bonaire - (August 14, 2001) - With so much to do in Bonaire from world class diving and snorkeling, and hiking to sunbathing, shopping, mountain biking and kayaking, deciding how to spend your vacation is sure to be one of the most challenging and exciting adventures while in Bonaire. No matter what visitors chose to do while in Bonaire, all are sure to enjoy the Island's year round sunshine, diversity of activities, friendly people and laid back, relaxing atmosphere. Here is some of the latest news from Bonaire. All
Around the Island BONAIRE ECO-SWIM - The Bonaire Hotel & Tourism Association (BONHATA) is pleased to announce that on November 30, 2001 Bonaire will host the First Annual Bonaire Eco Swim-Deep Blue Swim and Ocean Festival. The event will feature three swim courses, the 5K Swim, Metric Mile and Kids Fun Swim. There is a $65 per swimmer entry fee, which includes swim entry, welcome dinner, t-shirt and swim cap. For Bonaireans looking to participate there is a special entry rate of $35. For more information visit www.randynutt.com. BONAIRE MARINE PARK - The United Nations Department of Social and Economic Affairs, Division for Sustainable Development, Small Island Developing States Unit (SIDS) recently announced that the Bonaire Marine Park (BMP) was chosen as an "Ecotourism Success Story." Selected in preparation for 2002, the International Year of Ecotourism, which was declared by the United Nations to promote sustainable practices in tourism, the BMP was recognized for its successful ecotourism efforts and as a model for other organization. For more information visit the SIDS website at www.sidsnet.org. BONAIRE NAUTICO MARINA - The Bonaire Nautico Marina, located in Kralendijk announces the arrival of "Kantika di Amor" (Love Song). Built entirely on Bonaire, the boat will serve as a water taxi and party boat, and is the first handicapped-accessible water taxi on Bonaire. Offering comfortable seating for at least 25 people, regular service to Klein Bonaire's No Name Beach and daily sunset cruises with drinks, snacks and dancing, the boat is ideal for weddings, office parties, family reunions and picnic/BBQ parties at Klein Bonaire. For more information call (011) 5999-5607254 or email Bonautmarina@bonairelive.com. BONAIRE TOURS & VACATIONS - Bonaire Tours & Vacations announces their new wedding program. Couples from around the globe who are looking to escape the high cost and stress of wedding planning, can take advantage of their wedding packages. From the basic wedding package to honeymoon accommodations, a personal on-island coordinator will assist with all wedding matters both before and during the couples visit. For inquiries, contact Bonaire Tours & Vacations at www.bonairetours.com. GETTING MARRIED IN BONAIRE - The Bonairean government recently changed laws for getting married in Bonaire and now allows weddings outside of Passangrahan (the civil house) to take place. Paperwork still must be submitted and at least one of the people getting married must be in Bonaire for seven days prior to the wedding date and the location of the ceremony must have advanced government approval. JONG BONAIRE'S VISITING TEEN PROGRAM - Jong Bonaire, Bonaire's non-profit youth center, has introduced the world's first Internet Banquet & Scuba Dive. This fundraising event will raise money for the center, while giving visitors from around the world a virtual trip to Bonaire and the chance to win one of forty-five travel-related prizes including airline tickets, hotel stays, sports packages and dinners in Bonaire. For more information on the event or to make a donation visit www.jongbonaire.org. NEW HOTEL BROCHURE - BONHATA, the Bonaire Hotel & Tourism Association, is in the final stages of printing its first ever brochure. The 40-page, full-color brochure titled Premier Resorts of Bonaire will include both large hotels (more than 20 rooms) and small hotels (less than 20 rooms) and will feature a pullout center spread with a road map. Information on diving, eco-adventure, Bonaire's parks and culture will also be included. On
the Restaurant Scene On
the Hotel Scene DIVERS PARADISE - During September 2001, Divers Paradise is offering a free rental car (excluding insurance and taxes) from AB Carrental when booking accommodations. Nightly room rates begin at $95 per room, per night. This special is only valid on direct bookings. For more information call 011-599-717-6130 or email info@lagoenhill.com. DIVI FLAMINGO BEACH RESORT & CASINO - Until December 14, 2001 the Divi Flamingo Beach Resort is offering special rates beginning at $86 per room, per night. The resort's casino is currently undergoing renovations. The casino is being expanded and will feature an updated interior with new carpeting, wall finishing, ceiling and lighting, additional Slot Machines, a covered outside bar and seating area and additional landscaping. For more information call 1-800-367-3484 or visit www.diviresorts.com. HARBOUR VILLAGE BEACH RESORT - November 4 - December 1, 2001 Harbour Village Beach Resort will host its Second Annual Wellness Program. The month-long program, the only one of its kind in the Caribbean, promotes health of the mind, body and spirit through classes ranging from the traditional to New Age. Due to the overwhelming success of last year's program, the 2001 schedule will include exciting new classes taught by experts recruited from around the world. For more information call 1-800-424-0004 or visit www.harbourvillage.com. LAGOEN HILL BUNGALOWS - During the month of September 2001, Lagoen Hill is offering a free rental car (excluding insurance and taxes) from AB Carrental when booking accommodations. Nightly room rates begin at $85 per room, per night. This special is only valid on direct bookings. For more information call 011-599-717-2840 or email info@lagoenhill.com. PLAZA RESORT BONAIRE - Plaza Resort Bonaire and Toucan Diving are offering a dive package including seven nights accommodation, six days of 1-tank boat dives, unlimited shore diving, round-trip airport transfers, tax and service charges. Valid until December 15, 2001, package prices begin at $735 per person (double occupancy). Toucan Diving now offers the PADI and DSAT Tec Rec Courses: Discover Tec Dive, Apprentice Tec Diver Course and Deep Tec Diver Course. For more information call 1-800-766-6016 or visit www.plazaresortbonaire.com. Located eighty-six miles east of Aruba and well outside the hurricane belt, the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire offers year-round sunshine, low annual rainfall, pristine coral formations and the most thriving fish population in the Caribbean. Ideal for adventurers, explorers and sun-worshippers alike, Bonaire offers myriad eco-adventure activities including world renowned scuba diving and snorkeling, windsurfing, mountain biking, kayaking, horseback riding, nature tours, hiking, bird watching, sailing and deep sea and bone fishing. For more information on Bonaire, contact the Tourism Corporation Bonaire in the U.S. at (800) BONAIRE or visit Bonaire's web site at www.infobonaire.com. # # # |
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