Saturday, July 09, 2011

Zouk Comes to Bonaire’s Bon Bida Spa and Gym

Zouk is a style of rhythmic music originating from the French Caribbean islands, mainly from Guadeloupe and Martinique.  Zouk means “party” or “festival” in the local French Creole spoken on these islands.  And now, it comes to Bonaire with a new class which will teach how to dance to this favorite Caribbean rhythm.

Popular salsa instructor, Roy Franklin, will be teaching this four-week course which begins this Monday evening, July 11, 2011, at 8:00 PM.  Each of the four classes will go for one hour and will be held in the classroom at Bon Bida Spa & Gym, located just north of the traffic rotary on Kaya Gobernador N. Debrot.  Each class will build on the dance steps learned the week prior, so those interested must begin with the first class on Monday evening.  The course is $40.00, but those who are enrolled in a salsa class for the same timeframe can enjoy a 50% discount on their second course.

The instructor, Roy, was the pioneer teacher of this style of dance in Holland during the 1990s, but he’s now on Bonaire and adding to his repertoire of dance styles that he teaches.  Zouk is a sensual dance for couples, but those without dance partners may still enjoy the class, as there are many with whom to dance.  For more information, or to register, call 717-7224. (Source:  Bon Bida Spa & Gym and BailAmores)

Thursday, July 07, 2011

All Are Welcome to Join the Underwater Cleanup on Sunday, July 10, 2011

The next underwater cleanup will take place at Bonaire’s Town Pier on Sunday, July 10, 2011.  Check in at Dive Friends @ Yellow Submarine at 9:30 AM, and the dive briefing will begin at 10:00 AM. 

Everyone is welcome, and those not diving can also help, since shore support is always needed.  All participants are welcome to return at 5:00 PM for the event’s customary BBQ at Dive Friends @ Yellow Submarine; drinks and main courses will be provided by Dive Friends and NetTech, but participants are asked to bring a side dish to share.

Those planning on attending should advise Dive Friends Bonaire by sending an email to cleanup@dive-friends-bonaire.com or calling 717-2929 to make a reservation.

For additional information about the cleanups, click here. (Source:  Dive Friends Bonaire and NetTech, N.V.)

Wednesday, July 06, 2011

Bonaire Will Say “Ayo” to its WebCams

It was about eleven years ago when Jake Richter and Daniel Senie launched the Bonaire WebCams project on Bonaire, with four cameras, including an underwater camera, whereby the world could view Bonaire 24 hours a day.  Since that time, the number of active cameras has varied significantly, with a peak of fourteen cameras running in 2010.

The Bonaire WebCams gave an outlet for its developers to share their passion about Bonaire with the world, as well as create a huge fan base, and garner a number of awards over the years.  But it’s now the end of an era, and the Bonaire Insider has been informed that most likely the web site for the Bonaire Web Cams will go off-line at the end of August.

Everyone on Bonaire and around the world who used or watched the WebCams thanks Jake and Dan for their dedication to the project over the past eleven years, and wishes them much success for their future endeavors.  (Source:  Bonaire WebCams)

Monday, July 04, 2011

Caribbean Wind and Sun Vacations Hosts Summer Kids’ Eco-Camps

July and August is the perfect time for kids to enjoy all that Bonaire has to offer, and, therefore, Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations is offering Eco-Camps for kids aged 6 through 12 during the summer.

The first camp will take place from July 18 through 22, 2011, and there will also be select dates in August as well.  Each day of the camp will feature a planned eco activity, lunch, and an early afternoon program. Children may join by the day or participate all week long.  Activities include tours at the Butterfly Farm, Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire, the Donkey Sanctuary, windsurfing, Caribbean crafts, snorkeling, beach-combing, and a family snorkel boat trip on the final day.  Children with disabilities can be accommodated with advance notice.  Prices start at $65.00 per day or $300.00 for a five-day program (some activities do have a surcharge depending upon admission fees; reservations subject to availability and prices are subject to change).  Discounts are available for multiple siblings or those purchasing vacation packages with Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations.  Nanny services are also available for younger children. 

For additional information or to make a reservation, email ann@bonairecaribbean.com.  (Source:  Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations)