By Josh Schrank (BonaireTalker - Post #20) on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 11:07 am: |
You know... There is an old saying that goes, "be careful what you ask for, you may just get it." I've been thinking about the air travel to Bonaire, and after reflection, I don't think I really want it to change. I say this knowing it is a complete and total self centered statement. One of Bonaire's alluring qualities is the "natural" laid back, easy going, pace and feel to the island. It isn't contrived. It isn't something manufactured for tourists... It's just a nice, still, byway for divers and non divers to enjoy life.
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By Marcus L. Barnes (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #346) on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 12:41 pm: |
Well said. Additionally, one of things that keeps jumping out at me on Bonaire Talk is the insinuation that Bonaire's economy is going to go into a tailspin from where it is now if there aren't direct flights from the U.S. starting yesterday. I don't buy it. My guess is true Bonaire addicts will continue to support the island regardless of some travel difficulties. Actually, it kinda gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling when I read people's threats to either not go to or to never return to Bonaire because it is difficult to get there. That just means the island and the reef stands a better chance of not being ruined by rampant tourism. Its all good. Have a great dive!!
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By stuart slavin (BonaireTalker - Post #23) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 8:46 am: |
Nonsense. I have been going to Bonaire for the last 18 years. Now with crappy air service from the east coast I will not be going in 2006. This includes 10 people for 2 weeks so the loss on the island with people like me will be great. We already have our tix on AJ which we will have to have returned. If another reliable carrier doesn't show up the Island will suffer greatly.
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By Marcus L. Barnes (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #349) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 9:18 am: |
Do me a favor Stu - try and express your opinion next time without the insults. Thanks.
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By stuart slavin (BonaireTalker - Post #24) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 9:37 am: |
I don't know where you see an insult. You just didn't like my opinion. The island is in trouble without air service and that's a fact.
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By Robert Erickson (New BonaireTalk Poster - Post #1) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 9:39 am: |
As a third party (this is also my first post -- I've been a lurker for quite some time and do not know either Mr Barnes or Mr Slavin),
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By BonaireTalk Moderator (Moderator - Post #46) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 9:44 am: |
please play nice boys!!!
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By Marcus L. Barnes (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #350) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 9:54 am: |
Stu: Actually, I respect your opinion. It was the word "Nonsense" to which I took offense. I'm done with this thread.
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By Josh Schrank (BonaireTalker - Post #22) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 12:30 pm: |
*chuckle* Guys... come on.. It's a discussion board, not world policy. Stu disagreed with my opinion, it's perfectly fine (even if I think he's wrong ;) ). I guess my overall feeling is that there are/will be enough die hard bonaire lovers to keep the island afloat (no pun intended) without having to succumb to the hoards of tourists. I would hate to see bonaire become another St Lucia or Aruba.
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By Davidson Mourillon (BonaireTalker - Post #83) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 1:25 pm: |
Dear friends, important is at this time that we all should like to find a nice and easy way to get to Bonaire and back home. If all of us can work together we shall get there and keep the going and the coming in the family. This means that those who are in the family about 6,500 all together should kling together and make it work. A direct flight to Bonaire does not necessarily mean that it should be cheap. I hope this make sense.
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By Robert Erickson (New BonaireTalk Poster - Post #2) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 1:59 pm: |
Oh, BTW, is there any consensus as to what is "currently" the least hassle way to get to Bonaire from the US? I guess based upon some of the other threads, I should wait until after July 1 to see what potential new options there may be for a fall trip to Bonaire? Is this correct?
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By Carl Pflanzer (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #204) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 2:35 pm: |
Three possible options so far: Houston to Bonaire, Fort Lauderdale to Bonaire, Newark/JFK to Atlanta to Bonaire. Last two would be charters, but there needs to be positive feedback so we can guarantee enough passengers on the charters.
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By Debbie Babcock (Extraordinary BonaireTalker - Post #1744) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 5:47 pm: |
Well, my 2 cents is that since AJ is having problems, as all airlines do from time to time, would be hope that another airline will come to Bonaire for the time being till AJ gets back on its feet again. I loved AJ when it was running great and all. There will be some people who won't bother to come as it will be too much of a hassle even if they love Bonaire depending on their geographic location as I have spoken to lots of people who love to come to Bonaire and now won't as they can't get an airline or a price that they can afford to do so, it's always been a hassle to get to Bonaire, but without AJ, it is now impossible for some people who love Bonaire. It is just a shame. We will see what pans out in the near future, I am glad that AA is adding more days to Bonaire for now as this is my only option out of Phila. I for one, do not have the time to charter a flight as I make numberous trips a year and some are spur of the moment. Debbie
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By Geoffrey (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #158) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 6:48 pm: |
Josh, I agree with you completely, could not have said it better. That's not gonna stop me from trying though.
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By Wally and Eva (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #832) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 7:36 pm: |
Andy....I hear your siren calling
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By Mercy Baron (Experienced BonaireTalker - Post #145) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 8:01 pm: |
Hmmmm...after looking at some of your profiles, I don't see anyone from as far away as I come to Bon...from Los Angeles. I always tell my west coast friends that you really have to want to go to Bonaire because it 'aint easy to get there! It usually takes me a day and a half because of all the layovers. This is all on AA...only flew AJ once and I didn't like them at all. But I have a choice to go anywhere I want in the world, but I keep thinking..where am I going to stay for 3 wks that has prices like this and the friendliest people in the world?? This time I have an 8 hour layover in San Juan! Yikes! But I'm hoping to go into town to sightsee a bit..anyone have suggestions? I might start another thread for that one.
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By Debbie Babcock (Extraordinary BonaireTalker - Post #1745) on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 8:28 pm: |
Hi Mercy,
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By Glen Reem (Extraordinary BonaireTalker - Post #2083) on Wednesday, June 22, 2005 - 8:16 am: |
Mercy,
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