Friday, September 26, 2008

41st Bonaire International Sailing Regatta is October 5 through 11, 2008

The Bonaire Regatta is an annual sailing event with many races along the coast of Bonaire and Klein Bonaire. All kinds of boats, hailing from all over the world, participate in this sailing competition. Added to this are windsurfing and freestyle competitions. 

Throughout the week, daily races in various categories are scheduled during the day; the races are held close to the shoreline so spectators can easily follow them.  The evenings are filled with a variety of cultural and folkloric shows and band performances.  The Bonaire Regatta Festival takes place on the boulevard and on the streets of Kralendijk. Stands with local “criollo” food, souvenirs, and handicrafts attract locals as well as visitors. International and local bands perform on stage every day of this festive week.

The complete schedule of events can be viewed by clicking here (in PDF format).  For additional information, please view the web site of the event by clicking here.  (Source:  Bonaire Regatta Web Site)

Note Update: Thanks to Bonaire Insider reader, Kathi Risenhoover, images of the Parade of Nations from the 2008 Bonaire Sailing Regatta are available on the Bonaire Insider Photo Gallery by clicking here.