Thursday, October 25, 2007

Closing of Streets on Bonaire for Cruise Ship Season Begins Next Week

As was done for the 2006/2007 cruise ship season last year, once again areas and streets will be closed to traffic when large cruise ships are in port.  However, this year, not only will Kaya Grandi be closed during certain periods, but also three other areas.

Closings will occur beginning October 31st, 2007 when the Crown Princess visits.  Kaya Grandi will be closed whenever a cruise ship of more than 3000 passengers is in port. 

Additionally, closings will occur at various times in the area of Karel’s Beach Bar, the entrance to the parking area of the Bestuurscollege, and in the area of Fort Oranje.

You may view the entire schedule of closed areas with dates and times (in PDF format and in Papiamentu) by clicking here.  During the 2007/2008 cruise season, it is expected to received 156,702 passengers in port.

For additional information about street closings, you may contact Mr. Rolando Marin at the Tourist Corporation Bonaire at 717-8322.  (Source:  TCB-Bonaire)