I'm looking for which resort does SSI open water refferal programs. I am staying at the Plaza Resort Bonaire and I,am not sure that they offer that program. I am having trouble contacting them by phone this weekend and my E-mail is not operating. thanks

Syndee, Toucan Diving offers PADI, NAUI and IDD.

http://www.toucandiving.com

I'll ask Hugh to mail a couple of people at the shop if you're still having trouble.. let me know.

ps: The Manager checks this board from time to time, I'm sure he'll help you out if he reads your post.

Bon Bini Divers is a full SSI Dealer and offers their referral program. If you would like more information, you can contact us at info@bonbinidivers.com. You can also check out our instruction rates at www.bonbinidivers.com.

Thanks,

Susan

Syndee,
Toucan Diving does offer SSI referrals. I tried to email you yesterday but got the message back undelivered.
If you leave your phone number with the telephonist I'll call you.
Regards
Steve ( The manager )

Steve, SSI doesn't appear to be mentioned on your web site.. glad you checked in though, as my info to Syndee was incorrect! Apologies..

Sarah, I know it's not there yet,Malin has just started working for us and she has set the programme up. Thanks
S.

Hey Steve thank you for the message. My e-mail is having all sorts of trouble, computers, I hope diving is easier than understanding and operating a computer. I just talked to Kim at travel management and she is booking my dates with you for the day after we arrive. I am also trying to find out if we should by our regulators and BC vests before we go or rent. What is your suggestion? Thanks again

You're welcome!

Hi,
Owning your own equipment is ultimately the best thing to do. You know it's being looked after properly etc. We have plenty of rental equipment here should you choose not buy. My only suggestion is not to rush into buying, there are so many choices out there, get as much info and imput from impartial sources first.
Steve

Steve, I was wondering if you carry x-small BC's and wetsuits. I am kinda small and the last BC I used was a small and it was to big. It made it extra hard to get that nuetral bouyence. I think I spelled that all wrong but I think you get the point. If you do is it possible to reserve one for when we take our open water class, we should be doing the class on July30th.Thanks again for all your help.

Hi, We have Xs Bc's available so no problem there. I'll make sure there is one for when you arrive.
S.

Syndee,
When I got certified last sept, I had similar questions on whether to buy equipment or not. I opted to buy the wetsuit because the rental is approx $10 day, and for $100 I got a 0.5mm wetsuit that fit my needs for the whole week (and I now own it).
You can always choose to buy the wetsuit in Bonaire, I believe the prices are very reasonable (at least the ones I saw when comparison shopping). And I did notice they had a variety of sizes as well.
I did not buy the Reg & bcd for the same reason Steve mentioned (there's so much to choose from!) but the rental rates at are reasonable and they took care of any problems on the spot so I felt comfortable.
Toucan was great when I did my open water referral certification with them, you'll have a great time!
-Ana