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Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By Janet Wilson (New BonaireTalk Poster - Post #5) on Monday, May 29, 2006 - 11:06 am:     Edit PostPrint Post

We are planning a week in Bonaire next March (2007)and want to get some recommendations on where to stay.

We will have two children with us, 16 and 9, who will want to begin diving (as much as possible for their ages), and we plan to explore all the island has to offer, in addition to lots of dives and snorkelling.

Because the girls will be having lessons, I guess we need a place with a great teaching staff, and as the 9 year old is a water-baby, a place on the beach where she can enjoy good snorkelling while we relax would be great.

We don't like crowds and don't need luxury, but we do like good food. We like friendly people (which is one thing that impressed us about Bonaire, everyone was so kindly).

Hoping you can offer some suggestions for us! We can't wait to spend more time on this lovely island.

Janet

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By Andy & Dave Bartlett (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #478) on Monday, May 29, 2006 - 11:34 am:     Edit PostPrint Post

All of the resorts have dive shops and instructors. The 16 y/o can become adult certified open water diver. The nine y/o is not old enough yet to take dive classes, the youngest that I have seen for any of the teaching associations is 10. Bonaire does not have many sand beaches, most of them are coral rubble. Although there are a few that bring in sand and make beaches for the resort, some are Plaza, Divi Flamingo, Eden Beach, Buddy Dive and Capt'n Don's. All of these have 2 bedroom condo's with full kitchens, swimming pools and most of them kids programs. Check out www.infobonaire.com and click on Accommodations for more info on the different resorts. I am sure others who have children will chime in with more information. Andy

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By Cynde (Moderator) (Moderator - Post #259) on Monday, May 29, 2006 - 12:12 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

Janet, welcome to Bonaire Talk:-) After you take a look at the link that Andy provided, then post the places you have narrowed it down to. Another important question is, do you want to be on the water. That will narrow the search down a tad more. There are places on the water that vary in price range as well. Do you need a restaurant on site? Do you want a kitchen?

For the 9 year old, even though she is too young for a scuba class, most of the shops on the island have the Bubble Makers program.

Oh, and I have moved this thread to Accommodations where you will get more responses.

You will love Bonaire!

Cynde

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By John E. Cantrell (BonaireTalker - Post #13) on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 4:01 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

I have been going to Bonaire now for 6 years. I suggest you stay at DIVI DIVI Resort. The staff there is outstanding. Friendly dive shop people. They are willing to help you like you are family.

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By Paul Seibold (BonaireTalker - Post #23) on Monday, June 26, 2006 - 8:06 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

Been to Bonaire a couple of times, Buddy Dive rocks. Would stay there again any time.

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By JUDY RAMSEY (New BonaireTalk Poster - Post #2) on Thursday, July 6, 2006 - 2:04 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

Just returned from Buddy Dive and had a wonderful time. Buddy's was really great. Heard from other people on the trip that had stayed at other resorts and all of them loved Buddy's as did we.
It's so convenient to the restaurants on the grounds and the dive operation is right there. And the rooms are secluded among the trees.
Everything is very accessible and you don't have to go far to do something.

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By John E. Cantrell (BonaireTalker - Post #25) on Thursday, July 6, 2006 - 3:10 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

I have just returned from a trip for my sixth year in Bonaire. I had a chance to see other resorts there this time. I still think that Divi Flamingo has them all beat. Very close to town. Just my opinion though. You may take it or leave it.

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By lonnie hoover (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #105) on Monday, July 10, 2006 - 12:02 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

Stay at the Black Durgon Inn. It is a samll property(10) rooms all immaculately kept. Best of all the property is located right on the water(well as close as you can get to the water) at the top dive site on the island, the "Small Wall." There is a great pier at the Inn streching out about 50', that allows for great Scuba, Snorkelling, Swimming or sunning your self. The rooms are very reasonable, and a free breakfast under a large covered patio only 15' from waters edge is included. It's wonderful to sit sipping your coffee and watching all the dive boats head out to do their thing, knowing that when your are ready you can enjoy the water at your leizure. The owners are very friendly and helpful. I've stayed there many times and can highly reccommend it. Enjoy your next stay on Bonaire.

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By David Murray (New BonaireTalk Poster - Post #5) on Tuesday, July 11, 2006 - 10:18 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

Stay at the deep Blue View!!!

 

Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message  By ysal (New BonaireTalk Poster - Post #1) on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 - 5:44 pm:     Edit PostPrint Post

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