By Christopher Wheeler on Tuesday, May 21, 2002 - 12:07 am: |
I'm a student wishing to due marine research in Bonaire. I plan to come in July for a month. I was wondering if anyone new of super cheap rates. $1000 US dollars for the month is my cap and thats pretty high, so something cheaper would be more ideal. I'm willing to camp out in someones backyard if I can use their bathroom and kitchen. I'll housesit. Just looking for as many cheap options as possible. If anyone's got an inside scoop I would most appreciate it. Thank you!
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By Linda Richter - NetTech on Tuesday, May 21, 2002 - 7:55 am: |
Friars Inn should be open by then. Look at the site http://www.friarsinn.com . It is located in Kralendijk so it is central to most places.
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By Jim Sulsona on Friday, June 7, 2002 - 9:18 am: |
Hi there folks! I have about 6 divers that want to come in September for a week of diving, and I wanted to hear your suggestions for accomodations...maybe a house, or even the new B&B being built? What do you think...?
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By Josie on Saturday, June 8, 2002 - 9:37 pm: |
You could use the two units at Bonaire Town Homes: one one bedroom bungalow and one two bedroom bungalow, next to each other. Not on the water, but quiet location, budget but high quality, and great on-premises owners. The units have double beds that can be put together or taken apart into two singles, I believe. Full kitchens, great sitting outside area (with hammocks), and gear washing/hanging area.
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By Jake Richter - NetTech on Sunday, June 9, 2002 - 10:14 pm: |
Jim,
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By Cheryl Gregory on Friday, July 5, 2002 - 11:10 pm: |
Greetings from Florida! I was wondering about the Friar's Inn. It labels itself as a Bed and Breakfast, however, looks like a hostel. Do you know if they have any rooms with private bathrooms? Thanks in advance! Cheryl
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By Susan at Bon Bini Divers on Saturday, July 6, 2002 - 6:52 am: |
Hi Cheryl,
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By michael gaynor on Saturday, July 6, 2002 - 7:55 am: |
The URL is http://www.bonairelodging.com/friarsinn/
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By Jake Richter - NetTech on Saturday, July 6, 2002 - 8:52 am: |
Yeah, but is it a hostel or a B&B? :-)
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By Cheryl Gregory on Saturday, July 6, 2002 - 1:31 pm: |
Thanks for the info! Jake, I guess I have a preconceived idea of a B&B being very private [no bathroom sharing]. We are looking into staying at Belmar or Lagoen Hills. Our 14 yr old is doing her check out dives next weekend in West Palm Beach, and then in one week, we go to Islamorada where our 10 yr old is getting her Jr Open Water Cert with Lady Cyana Divers.
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By Carole Baker on Saturday, July 6, 2002 - 2:57 pm: |
From the photos on the site, it appears there are bathrooms in one location....correct me if I am wrong. It looks like a nice place, tho! I wish them well. Carole
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By Brian J. Walsh on Sunday, July 7, 2002 - 8:02 am: |
Cheryl,
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By Cheryl Gregory on Sunday, July 7, 2002 - 11:31 am: |
Brian,
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By Cheryl Gregory on Sunday, July 7, 2002 - 11:34 am: |
Carol, I was thinking the same thing about the bathrooms, according to the construction photos on their website. Cheryl
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By Brian J. Walsh on Sunday, July 7, 2002 - 2:39 pm: |
Cheryl,
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By Rita Daggett on Monday, July 8, 2002 - 11:06 am: |
re B&B vs hostel, in UK and possibly rest of Europe, at one time a B&B would have almost certainly not had private bathrooms - B&Bs were run largely by people with a spare bedroom (or more than one) letting it out to guests. If they had more than one bathroom, then all the guests might share one while the family used the other. Hostels were usually dormitory-like accommodation - so no privacy for sleeping even!
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By Linda Richter - NetTech on Monday, July 8, 2002 - 12:20 pm: |
Frairs Inn is more dormitory style with bunk beds in some rooms. For a classic American style B&B complete with pool look at Deep Blue View.
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By John Jota Villa on Thursday, July 11, 2002 - 6:33 pm: |
John J. Villa (icq:15122145)
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By Jake Richter - NetTech on Thursday, July 11, 2002 - 6:48 pm: |
John,
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