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Wednesday, April 02, 2008

Coral Paradise Resort Opens and Expands Web Site

Coral Paradise Resort, a new property on Bonaire, recently opened its doors for business.  Located just 100 steps from the sea, it’s a small property offering clean and comfortable accommodations in a friendly setting.

Coral Paradise Resort offers 7 studio apartments, furnished with two queen-sized beds, a full kitchen with utensils, stoves, refrigerator, microwave, coffee-maker, and a toaster.  Each non-smoking apartment has air-conditioning, cable TV with free premium channels, free WiFi, hot and cold water, telephone, and room safes. 

The resort is located in the northern hotel row, between Captain Don’s Habitat and the Hamlet Oasis.  An opening dive special, “Let The Good Times Roll,” is currently available for booking.

Concurrent with the resort’s opening is the expansion of their web site.  With lots of images available in various photo galleries, those planning their trip to the island can see great Bonaire imagery.

For additional information or reservations, visit their web site by clicking here, or send an email to info@coralparadisebonaire.com.  (Source:  Coral Paradise Resort)

Tuesday, April 01, 2008

American Airlines Offers Net SAAver Fares from San Juan to Bonaire

American Airlines announced today that they are running a special from San Juan to Bonaire (roundtrip) for $234.00 via their Net SAAver Fares.

Fare rules allow for departures anytime between Tuesday, April 8, 2008, and Friday, April 11, 2008.  Returns may be anytime between Monday, April 14, 2008, and Wednesday, April 16, 2008.  Tickets must be purchased by this Sunday, April 6, 2008, 11:59 p.m. (CT).  Fare of $234.00 is for round-trip coach class travel.  Other taxes, fees and conditions apply.

For additional information, visit www.aa.com. (Source:  American Airlines)

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Dive Friends Welcomes Dive Inn as their Fourth Location on Bonaire and Offers Opening Special

Dive Friends Bonaire just announced that last Wednesday, March 12, 2008, Dive Inn Bonaire officially became the fourth location of Dive Friends Bonaire.  The company welcomes this newest facility to its family of dive facilities, and feels Dive Inn will complement the existing three dive stores at Dive Friends Yellow Sub, Dive Friends Port Bonaire, Dive Friends Hamlet Oasis, as well as the two retail stores in Kralendijk.

Dive Friends Dive Inn will re-open on April 1st, 2008, after completing a metamorphosis to join the Dive Friends group.  During the first two days, April 1st and 2nd, the store will hold a huge second-hand-gear sale, with deals on BCDs, regulators, masks, and wetsuits, as well as other diving-related items.  After these sale days, the store will reopen for regular diving business, including diving packages and courses.

Dive Friends Dive Inn special location on the southern end of the oceanfront promenade adds to the already excellent coverage, as the four dive shops in the Dive Friends group make it easy for their divers to pickup or drop off tanks at any location during their visit. Dive Friends Port Bonaire can service those on the southern end of the island, Dive Friends Hamlet Oasis can assist those on the north end of the island, and the two ocean promenade locations (Dive Friends Yellow Sub, to the north, and Dive Friends Dive Inn, to the south) can serve those staying in or around Kralendijk.

Dive Friends has agreed to honor all existing reservations.  Those with existing reservations are asked to reconfirm their plans with Dive Friends by sending an e-mail to diveinn@dive-friends-bonaire.com, so that all existing reservations can be transferred correctly.

During May and June, 2008, Dive Friends Bonaire is offering a Dive Friends Dive Inn Opening Special.  Any diver booking a six-day unlimited air dive package will receive it at the special price of $99.00 per person (sales tax not included), instead of the normal price of $114.00 per person.  Additionally, each diver is then eligible for a free upgrade to Nitrox (32%), as well as a free guided dive to the Wreck of the Hilma Hooker.  Advanced reservations are necessary to receive this special price, and the special is open to divers at any of Dive Friends Bonaire’s four locations. (Source:  Dive Friends Bonaire)

Saturday, November 03, 2007

Bonaire’s Hotels Offer Special Deals for Fall and Winter

This fall and winter some of Bonaire’s hotels are offering special packages.  Check out the following specials and take your pick from any of these money saving vacations to Bonaire.

Black Durgon Inn – Black Durgon Inn is offering the “Aquatic Confidence Program” package now through April 15, 2008.  Enjoy seven nights accommodations, daily breakfast, government tax, use of kayaks, swimming, snorkeling or diving comfort level training for $425 per person (divers add $100), based on double occupancy. 

Buddy Dive – Buddy Dive is offering special pricing from December 1-21, 2007 for their “Bonaire Planet Ocean Fest” where every second diver will dive free and Dutch photographers Dos and Bertie Winkel will conduct week-long photo seminars.  Enjoy seven nights accommodations, six boat dives, six days shore diving with unlimited air, American breakfast, car rental, airport transfers and all taxes for two people starting at $1,783.18. 

Captain Don’s Habitat - Captain Don’s Habitat, the home of 24 hour diving freedom, is offering Free Nights specials for September and December that can save double occupancy dive travelers up to $354 for a seven night stay.  These packages include seven nights in a deluxe ocean view room, daily buffet breakfast, airport transfers, six boat dives, six days of 24 hour unlimited shore diving, unlimited tanks, weights and all government taxes and fees.  From September 1-29, the price is $960 per person and includes one free night.  December 1-22, the price includes two free nights and is only $872 per person. 

Den Laman – Den Laman is offering the “Island Explorer” package which includes activities such as mangrove kayaking, guided snorkeling tours, nature tours, mountain biking, sea kayaking, island tours, cave exploration and land sailing now through December 21, 2007.  Spend seven nights in a fully air conditioned waterfront condominium with complete kitchen and living room, seven days truck rental, five half-day adventures and room tax starting at just $736 per person, based on double occupancy.  Air inclusive packages are also available. 

Divers Paradise – Divers Paradise is offering the “Aquatic Confidence Program” package now through April 15, 2008.  Enjoy seven nights accommodations, daily breakfast, government tax, use of kayaks, swimming, snorkeling or diving comfort level training for $425 per person (divers add $100), based on double occupancy. 

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino - Dive enthusiasts traveling to the Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino in Bonaire can enjoy 2 free nights when booking at least 7 nights with our “Create Your Own” dive package.  Additionally, guests can also enjoy a free room upgrade based on space availability.  Booking and travel window is now through December 22, 2007. 

Friars Inn – Enjoy seven nights accommodation, breakfast daily, unlimited shore diving, rental truck, tour of historical church and paid taxes for just $399 per person, based on double occupancy September 1, 2007-January 31, 2008. 

Golden Reef Inn – Celebrate the holidays with Golden Reef Inn.  With the “Thanksgiving Dive Bash” package you’ll receive seven nights accommodation, daily American breakfast, room taxes, round-trip airport transfers, welcome drink, unlimited shore diving with weights, tanks, air and taxes, free Nitrox upgrade, double cab pickup truck rental with taxes and insurance, and on Thanksgiving Day, enjoy the all you can eat traditional Thanksgiving buffet.  The package is valid for seven night stays for any arrivals that include Thanksgiving Day.  Prices start at $535 per person, based on quad occupancy.

Happy Holiday Homes – Take advantage of the “Bonaire Family Special” package September 1-December 15, 2007 for $936 per person, based on double occupancy, including taxes.  The package includes seven nights accommodation in a two bedroom bungalow with kitchen featuring refrigerator, microwave, gas range, child car seat, baby crib, baby chair, child safe furnishing, child safe private fenced tropical garden, babysitting service (additional cost), and seven days car rental.

Harbour Village Beach Club – “Dive Into Luxury” at Harbour Village with this package now through December 21, 2007 and the second diver in your party dives for free!  The package includes seven nights accommodation in a one bedroom suite, daily American breakfast, six days of diving (one boat dive per day, unlimited shore diving) including tanks, weights and belts, unlimited use of fitness center, tennis courts, kayaks, sailboats and roundtrip airport transfers and is just $1,786 for the first diver and $1,538 for the second diver. 

KonTiki Beach Resort – From now until December 16, 2007, enjoy the “Low Season Dive Special” at KonTiki Beach Resort for just $514 per person, based on double occupancy.  The package includes seven nights accommodation, daily breakfast, car rental, unlimited shore diving (boat dives and equipment extra) and all taxes and surcharges. 

Plaza Resort – Warm up your winter at the Plaza Resort Bonaire in 2008.  The “7th Heaven on 18 Palms” package includes seven nights accommodation in an air-conditioned Standard Suite, satellite television, six days unlimited shore diving, free Nitrox, safety deposit box, lock and key, roundtrip airport transfers, government tax, service and e-surcharge, starting at $926 per person, based on double occupancy.  The “3-D Drive, Dive Deluxe” package includes seven nights air-conditioned accommodations in a two-bedroom/two-bathroom condo with completely furnished kitchen, satellite television, six days of unlimited shore diving, free Nitrox, safety deposit box, lock and key, and a Chevy S-10 double-cab pick-up truck inclusive of tax and full insurance package with immediate pick up upon arrival at Bonaire’s Flamingo Airport, starting at $866 per diver, based on quad occupancy.  Both of these packages are valid January 5 through April 4, 2008. 

Port Bonaire – It’s “Dive Madness” at Port Bonaire September 1 through November 30, 2007.  The package includes seven nights accommodation in an ocean-view room, service charge, room tax, unlimited shore diving and a double cab pick up truck rental including taxes and insurance, for just $758 per person, based on double occupancy. 

RE/MAX Paradise Homes – RE/MAX Paradise Homes is offering a selection of their vacation rentals for 10% off September 1-December 15, 2007. 

Sand Dollar Condominiums – Fulfill your lifelong dream and “Learn to Dive” with Sand Dollar!  The package includes seven nights accommodations, seven days truck rental, daily breakfast buffet, course material, dive gear and instruction costs to become a certified PADI Open Water Diver.  Junior certification for children ages 10-15 also available.  Packages start at $1072 per person, based on double occupancy, available now through December 21, 2007.  Air inclusive packages are also available from most major US gateways. 

Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments – Enjoy a dive package with Sonrisa for just $640 per person, based on double occupancy now through December 1, 2007.  The package includes seven nights accommodations, service charge, room tax, free coffee and sandwich, unlimited air and a one week pickup truck rental. 

Sun Rentals – From September 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007, Sun Rentals is offering a 5% discount on all of their private villas. 

Tropicana – Enjoy the “Bonaire Fun Diving” package now through January 31, 2008 for as low as $510 per person, based on double occupancy.  The package includes seven nights accommodation, seven days pickup truck rental including tax and six days of unlimited shore diving including weights and air and all taxes and fees. 

(Source:  TCB-North America’s EZ News)

Tuesday, October 16, 2007

American Airlines Offers Net SAAver Fares from Bonaire to San Juan

American Airlines announced today that they are running a special from Bonaire to San Juan (roundtrip) for $234.00 via their Net SAAver Fares. 

Fare rules allow departures 7:00 p.m. or later, Friday, October 26, 2007, or anytime Saturday, October 27, 2007.  Return anytime the following Monday, October 29, 2007, or Tuesday, October 30, 2007.  Friday evening travel may not be available.  Tickets must be purchased by this Friday, October 19, 2007, 11:59 p.m. (CT).  Fares displayed are for round-trip coach class travel. 

For additional information, visit www.aa.com. (Source:  American Airlines)

Tuesday, September 25, 2007

Toucan Diving Announces Pre-DEMA Special

Located at DEMA booths 2118 and 2120, Plaza Resort Bonaire and Toucan Diving announce an “Early Bird” special--"Toucan Dive For One” (2for1 Diving) in low season December 2007 and January 2008.

The Plaza Resort Bonaire and Toucan Diving are pleased to announce a Pre-DEMA special or “Early Bird” Toucan Dive for One offer.  This special offer is valid for travel between December 1-21, 2007 and January 5 - February 2, 2008 in both Standard Suite or Grand Suite Oceanview categories where the first diver pays the full diver price and the second diver sharing in the same room pays only the non-diver price and gets the identical dive package free. This is a limited time offer, only valid on new bookings made now through October 26, 2007.

For groups of ten or more paying guests during this sale, the group leader is guaranteed his or her own Standard Suite for the duration of the stay.

For additional information about this special, contact Plaza Resort Bonaire.  (Source:  Plaza Resort Bonaire)

Monday, September 24, 2007

Solar Management Announces DEMA Specials for its Three Bonaire Properties

Solar Management, the management firm for Buddy Dive Resort, Belmar Oceanfront Apartments, and Caribbean Club Bonaire, has just announced their DEMA specials.

To view the specials for these properties, click here (in PDF format).  (Source:  Solar Management Release)

Saturday, September 22, 2007

Golden Reef Inn Announces New Services and Special

Golden Reef Inn has recently announced they are now offering day spa facilities with Day Spa by Nubia.  To celebrate this new service, Golden Reef Inn is offering a 15% savings on all spa amenities when combined with any other package.  This special is effective October 1, 2007 through February 1, 2008.

Special packages are available for divers and non-divers alike.  Nubia is a professional in massage therapy, facials, reflexology, lymph drainage, Shiatsu, deep tissue massage, and other body and facial treatments.

Enjoy one of Nubia’s therapies, facials, or manicure sessions poolside, in the privacy of your own apartment, or just a short ride from Golden Reef Inn at her professional, soothing, and relaxing spa!

For additional information, click here. (Source:  Golden Reef Inn)

Saturday, September 15, 2007

Divi Flamingo Beach and Casino Resort Offers Special of Over 50% Discount on Accommodations

To celebrate Delta Airlines’ newly announced non-stop flights to Bonaire, Divi Flamingo Beach & Casino Resort has also announced a special to coincide with the reduced rates available on Delta.

For a limited time only, Divi Flamingo Beach Resort and Casino is offering a discounted hotel room rate of $60 per person, per night, based on double occupancy, plus a savings of 15% on packages including diving! This offer is in celebration of Delta Air Lines’ special introductory rate of $179 each way for their new non-stop flight from Atlanta to Bonaire, beginning February 9, 2008.

Take advantage of this one-time special offer quickly, as booking must be made by September 26, 2007 for travel from February 9, 2008 through May 3, 2008.

To reserve your special discounted price, book with Divi Resorts directly at 1-877-459-DIVI (1-877-459-3484) or e-mail reservations@diviresort.com by September 26, 2007. Travel dates are from February 9 – May 3, 2008 and additional taxes/fees/restrictions apply.  All airfares and rates are subject to availability, restrictions and change. All rates are in US dollars.  A three-night minimum stay is required.  Full payment is required at time of reservation.  Rates are subject to surcharges and taxes.  This offer may be discontinued at any time.  (Source:  Divi Flamingo Beach & Casino Resort)

Monday, September 10, 2007

Delta Airlines Announces It Will Begin Non-Stop Flights to Bonaire From Atlanta Starting in February

On February 9, 2008, Delta Airlines will commence their weekly non-stop flights from Atlanta to Bonaire and return. 

Flight #371 will depart Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at 10:00 AM, and arrive at Bonaire’s Flamingo Airport at 3:20 PM.  The return flight #370 will depart Bonaire at 4:15 PM and arrive in Atlanta at 7:45 PM.  The equipment will be a Boeing 737-800 with 150 seats (15 in Business Class and 134 in Economy).

Delta Airlines is a member of the SkyTeam Alliance.  For additional information on this new non-stop service, visit their website by clicking here.

This new Delta flight augments other non-stop service from Newark and Houston via Continental Airlines, as well as daily non-stop service from San Juan via American Eagle.  (Source:  TCB Bonaire)

Note Update September 12th: To celebrate the new service, Delta is offering one-way special fares of $179 from Atlanta to Bonaire (based on a round-trip purchase) for purchase by Sept. 26, 2007, with travel completed by May 3, 2008.  Additional taxes/fees/restrictions apply.  Fare is available for purchase only on Delta’s web site or from a travel agent.  (Source:  TCB-NY)