In loving memory of Paul Hoetjes, a legend in nature conservation. It is with great and profound sadness that Bonaire must say good-bye to Paul Hoetjes, a legend in nature conservation in the Dutch Caribbean and co-founder of the Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance...
Bonaire gave their farewells to Bruce Bowker today and mourns his passing. Bruce Bowker was a man larger than life, an island icon, a founding father of diving on Bonaire, a stalwart defender of Bonaire’s nature, and a dear friend to many, both here and with the...
Goodbye, Murph, rest in peace. It is with a heavy heart that today we report the passing of Murphyn “Murph” Henar. Murph was known to many visitors, having worked within the dive industry at Buddy Dive for over two decades. Murph was known as the Gentle...
Bonaire’s Men of the Sea–celebrating the maritime traditions that sustained Bonaire. Every September and October, thoughts of many on the island turn to Bonaire’s men of the sea. These hardy souls, both those living and those no longer with us, who...
Wounded Warriors are once again hosted on the island of Bonaire.Ten Wounded Warriors visit Bonaire.Last week, a contingent of 10 Wounded Warriors were hosted by the island of Bonaire for a week of diving, dining, and sightseeing. This fine tradition of welcoming the...
