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Feb. 22 | BONAIRE RECEIVES TOP HONORS IN USA TODAY'S 10BEST READER'S CHOICE

The results are in for USA Today's 10Best Reader's Choice Travel Awards! We are proud to announce that Bonaire placed at 5th place in the category

Jan. 30 | Nieuw Statendam visits Bonaire for the first time

The cruise ship Nieuw Statendam of the Holland America Line visited Bonaire for the first time on 25th of January 2019. During the inaugural visit representatives of the different stakeholders; OLB, Tourism Corporation Bonaire, Harbor Office and Armada Shipping agency boarded the ship for the welcome ceremony.

Jan. 30 | Bonaire very proud for maintaining its Silver Quality Coast title

The Silver Quality Coast Award is an award developed by the Coastal and Marine Union (EUCC). The aim of this initiative is to promote the sustainability of destinations. This must be achieved by developing a joint vision on the way in which the sustainability of destinations and developing processes and resources are considered. The development of processes and funds is also taken into consideration, in order to measure the sustainability of the destinations and to make it visible.

Jan. 28 | American Airlines will maintain extra Flights year round

Since December 15th, 2018; American Airlines started with the 4 flights a week to Bonaire. The extra flights per week were scheduled for winter season 2018/2019, but since these flights have been performing so successfully; American Airlines has decided to maintain these extra flights all year long. This is great news for the island, since this means that a lot of tourist are visiting Bonaire.

Jan. 25 | First call MSC Divina to Bonaire

The cruise ship "Divina" of MSC Cruises visits Bonaire for the first time. During the inaugural visit representatives of the different stakeholders; OLB, Tourism Corporation Bonaire, Maduro Shipping agency, Harbor Office boarded the ship for the welcome ceremony.

Jan. 21 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE FIRST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2019

Friday February 1st, 2019 TCB will be organizing the first Taste of Bonaire for 2019 with the theme Carnival, which will be a lot of fun with a Carnival touch. The event will take place in the Wilhemina Park from 6pm to 10pm.

Dec. 11 | Christmas Shopping Night on December 22

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) together with SKAL will be organizing the Christmas Shopping Night combined with Fiesta di Bari. This will take place on Saturday December 22nd, 2018 from 6pm to 10pm. This event will take place in the Kaya Grandi and 'Centrum gebied'.

Nov. 27 | BONAIRE'S CRUISE TOURISM GARNERS RETURN ON ITS INVESTMENT

The recently released Caribbean cruise analysis conducted by US-based research firm BREA (Business Research & Economic Advisors), reveals $30.2 million in total cruise tourism expenditures in Bonaire during the 2017/2018 cruise year, specifically in the categories of shore excursions, watches and jewelry, clothing, food and beverages and local crafts.

Nov. 16 | Bonaire 2019 Readers Choice Awards

Bonaire has been awarded during the DEMA show in Las Vegas by the representatives of Scuba Diving Magazine. Bonaire was presented with a plaque for the island's 2019 Scuba Diving Magazine's Readers Choice Awards. Bonaire secured seven awards.

Nov. 06 | Miss Tourism Bonaire is going to Las Vegas to promote Bonaire

Our Miss Tourism Bonaire Miss Carolin Coffie is preparing to travel to Las Vegas to promote Bonaire during the DEMA show. This year Miss Carolin Coffie was crowned Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 and one of her biggest task is to fly to Las Vegas with the team of TCB to take part in the DEMA show.

Oct. 23 | TCB IS ORGANIZING THE LAST TASTE OF BONAIRE

Tourism Corporation of Bonaire, Zorggroep BES and The Public Health department of the Public Entity of Bonaire have teamed up to create Taste of Bonaire Wellness.

Oct. 03 | Regatta 2018

Exactly one week left till celebration of the 51st edition of Bonaire's annual Regatta. This will be a 4-day event from October 10th till October 13th.

Sep. 17 | TOURISM WEEK & TASTE OF BONAIRE

In connection with World Tourism day on September 27th, 2018 Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) is organizing a "Tourism Week'' with different open houses (open dag) from September 24th to September 30th.

Sep. 14 | TCB IS ORGANIZING ANOTHER TASTE OF BONAIRE EDITION TOURISM

TCB is organizing another Taste of Bonaire on Saturday September 29th, 2018. The event will take place at the Wilhelmina Park from 6 pm to 10 pm. The theme for this event will be tourism in connection with the tourism week.

Jul. 24 | TCB IS ORGANIZING ANOTHER TASTE OF BONAIRE EDITION RECYCLE AND TALENT

TCB is organizing another Taste of Bonaire together with Selibon NV and Statie Geld BV on Saturday August 4th, 2018. The event will take place at the Wilhelmina Park from 6 pm to 10 pm. The theme for this event will be "recycle and talent".

Jun. 08 | BONAIRE THE FIRST BLUE DESTINATION OF THE WORLD

In celebration of World Ocean Day, Bonaire proudly announces the development of a multifaceted public private partnership program that will officially establish Bonaire as the first Blue Destination.

Jun. 04 | American Airlines adds extra Flights

Amidst preparations for the American Airlines Inaugural Flight on June 9th arriving at 3:30pm. American Airlines informed that they will be adding extra flights to the schedule starting December 15th thru March 30th, 2019.

May. 30 | Everything is ready for the Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 pageant

Tourism Corporation Bonaire participates that everything is ready for the Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 pageant.

May. 15 | Voting is open on Facebook for Miss Tourism Internet Bonaire 2018

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) launched a Facebook page 'Miss Tourism Bonaire' where everyone can vote for Miss Tourism Internet Bonaire 2018 related to the Miss Tourism Bonaire pageant.

May. 07 | Participants for Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 had a great presentation

Related to the event of Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018, TCB is organizing different activities and workshops for the participants, so that they can feel better in what Bonaire has to offer in history, culture and more importantly tourism.

Apr. 04 | BONAIRE HOSTS WRITERS/SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS ON A SUNWING PRESS TRIP

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and a variety of tourism stakeholders hosted 6 top travel journalists/social media influencers on a press visit to

Mar. 22 | TCB IS ORGANIZING THE SECOND TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2018

The second Taste of Bonaire for 2018 will be taking place on Friday April 6th. The event will be taking place at the Wilhelmina Park from 6 pm to 10 pm. The theme for this event will be "Ban Wapa".

Mar. 22 | Arrival of AIR RALLY 2018 in Bonaire

Bonaire received its first Air Rally on Sunday March 18th, 2018. In total 35 crew members arrived in 15 private planes from Trinidad & Tobago.

Mar. 21 | REGISTRATION FOR MISS TOURISM CLOSED WITH A TOTAL OF 5 PARTICIPANTS

As mentioned before Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) will be organizing the Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 pageant. A total of 5 participants registered for the Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 pageant.

Mar. 19 | VISIT BONAIRE AT BENEATH THE SEA

This weekend, March 23-25, 2018, a variety of Bonaire hotels and dive operators will be exhibiting at the Beneath the Sea Dive Expo at the Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, NJ.

Mar. 13 | Bonaire was represented at the Seatrade Convention

This year the Seatrade Convention took place in Ft Lauderdale. Bonaire was represented by Maurice Adriaens General Manager and Xenah Cicilia Cruise operations coordinator for Toursim Corporation Bonaire.

Mar. 06 | Posada Para Mira receives energy audit report from TCB

In our efforts to make Bonaire a true-Blue Destination, Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) promotes the efficient use of energy and water and the use of renewable energy.

Mar. 06 | BONAIRE HOSTS 10 TOP NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY TRAVEL COUNSELORS

To keep Bonaire top of mind in one of the island's top three U.S. markets, TCB-North America hosted 10 elite travel counselors in the New York/New Jersey area for a Bonaire themed dinner on Tuesday, February 27.

Feb. 26 | Visit Bonaire delegation to FCCA operational committee

On February 15, a delegation of Bonaire consisting of the Harbormaster and the General Manager of TCB visited the FCCA Operational Committee.

Feb. 26 | Airlift Performance 2017

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) hereby would like to inform the results for the airlift performance of 2017. Data was retrieved from Bonaire International Airport and analysed.

Feb. 23 | TCB informs its Kids Council; KSLB the advice that will be implemented

Tourism Corporation Bonaire in 2017 joined as one of the organizations to work with a Kids Council. During the past months Group 7 of Kolegio San Luis Betran have been working on the dilemma.

Feb. 15 | DELTA AIR LINE'S ATLANTA-BONAIRE SERVICE ACHIEVES TEN-YEAR MILESTONE

Tourism Corporation Bonaire is pleased to announce that it celebrated ten years of successful, reliable flight service from Delta's Atlanta hub to Bonaire.

Feb. 09 | Delta Celebrating 10 years flying to Bonaire

Ten years ago today, February 9, 2008, Delta Air Lines inaugurated service to the island of Bonaire. Since the flights commenced, Delta has been responsive to Bonaire's growing market demand, adding capacity and frequency as we steadily built our tourism infrastructure.

Feb. 02 | Bonaire welcomes Disney Wonder

Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wonder made its maiden call to Bonaire today. The Disney Wonder is the first ship ever of the Disney Cruise line to visit Bonaire.

Jan. 31 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE FIRST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2018

Friday February 2nd, 2018 TCB will be organizing the first Taste of Bonaire for 2018 with the theme Carnival, which will be a lot of fun with a Carnival touch. The event will take place at the Wilhemina Park from 6pm to 11pm.

Jan. 30 | Disney Wonder will visit Bonaire

On the 1st of February 2018, Bonaire will welcome for the first time a cruise from the Disney Cruise line. Disney Wonder will visit Bonaire for the first time ever.

Jan. 10 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire gives 'Gouden Flamingo' at Vakantiebeurs

On a well-attended ceremony during the Vakdag at the Vakantiebeurs, Tourism Corporation Bonaire awarded the annual prizes. The main prize, the Bonaire promotional price, was awarded to glossy's magazine Harper's Bazaar.

Jan. 09 | Vote for Bonaire as Best of the Caribbean

We are happy to inform you that Bonaire has been nominated in USAToday.com's 10Best Reader's Choice Awards 2018!

Jan. 05 | TCB and the Island Government signs agreement with American Airlines

Just before New Year's Eve, Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and the Island Government signed the agreement with American Airlines.

Dec. 29 | Council of children presents tourism advices to TCB

On December 12th Group 7 van Kolegio San Luis Betran in Rincon, the kid's council and Tourism Corporation Bonaire participated in a dialogues session.

Dec. 29 | Unox New Year's dive

Tourism Corporation Bonaire together with Delfins Beach Resort Bonaire have welcomed on the 27th of December 14 UNOX New Years dive winners out of Holland.

Dec. 22 | First Sunwing flight received at Flamingo International Airport

The first direct flight from Sunwing, the Canadian airline, from Toronto to Bonaire, landed safely at Flamingo International Airport on Sunday afternoon, with more than 150 Canadian tourists on board. The passengers were greeted at the airport by the staff of Tourism Corporation Bonaire with music, welcome bag with island information and a welcome snack.

Dec. 22 | Wishing you Happy Holidays!

Tourism Corporation Bonaire wishes you a wonderful holiday season, a Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year ahead!

Dec. 13 | TCB and CPA sign a Memorandum of Understanding

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and Curaçao Ports Authority (CPA) signed recently a Memorandum of understanding.

Dec. 11 | CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY GIFT PROJECT

Wednesday December 6 at Jong Bonaire, Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) together with Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) organized for the 8th year the "Christmas Holiday Gift Project".

Dec. 08 | Christmas Shopping Night on December 16

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) will be organizing the Christmas Shopping Night. This will take place on Saturday December 16th, 2017 from 6pm to 10pm. This event will take place in the Kaya Grandi and 'Centrum gebied'.

Dec. 05 | Bonaire top 20 Best destinations in the world to escape this winter

Bonaire is featured as one of the top 20 best destinations in the world to escape the cold this winter. The article showcases Bonaire as the perfect destination to warm up by planning a dive trip.

Dec. 05 | Bonaire welcomed the Mein Schiff 3 Cruise ship

On Monday November 27, Bonaire welcomed for the first time the Mein Schiff 3 cruise ship. This cruise ship is from the line TUI Cruises, and is a fairly new ship in their fleet of cruise ships.

Dec. 05 | TCB honors Mr. Toon Abraham

TCB has honored Mr. Toon Abraham, for his job well done in the tourism sector for Bonaire, especially in the cruise tourism.

Dec. 05 | 50th anniversary cruise industry

The month of November TCB and stakeholders celebrated the cruise month. This cruise month was to create awareness and inform the local community of the ins and outs of the cruise industry of Bonaire.

Nov. 21 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire gives training to MBO students

A total of 24 MBO students of the Leisure & Hospitality program from the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year received a Junior Information Officer Training from Cruise Operations Xenah Cicila of TCB. This training entailed the basic information that information officers give to tourists upon arrival on Bonaire.

Nov. 20 | BONAIRE TAKES HOME 11 AWARDS IN SCUBA DIVING MAGAZINE

Bonaire's reputation as truly a diver's paradise continues to dominate the dive scene as the island secured 11 different awards in the Scuba Diving

Nov. 17 | TCB-NORTH AMERICA HOSTS US TRAVEL WRITERS/SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and a variety of tourism stakeholders hosted two top travel journalists/social media influencers on a press visit to the island October 14 âÂ?" 22, 2017.

Nov. 17 | BONAIRE VISITS THREE U.S. LEGACY CARRIERS

During the first week of November, a Bonaire delegation comprised of Maurice Adriaens, Director of Tourism Corporation Bonaire and Candice Adams Kimmel, representative for the Tourism Corporation Bonaire North America visited the three U.S. legacy carriers, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.

Nov. 16 | The Best Rum & Cola in the World is made on Bonaire!

Cadushy Distillery wins Awards in London Bonaire's Cadushy Distillery was awarded a Bronze, Silver and Gold medal for her products at this year's International Wine and Spirit Competition in London.

Nov. 13 | Bonaire's Salt Shop and salt pans are featured in the Fall 2017 issue

Entitled "Salt of the Earth," the article highlights destinations around the world that produce beautiful salt landscapes. A photo of Bonaire's powder-white crystal salt mounds is showcased in the story.

Nov. 10 | Successful Green Destination Seminar

Tourism Corporation Bonaire organized a seminar with as topic: Bonaire, The Green Destination that took place on October 26th, 2017 at the Plaza Resort Bonaire. It was a successful seminar where a lot of people showed interest and attended the seminar. It is of great importance for the island to know and understand of having a green destination.

Nov. 09 | Cruise month celebration

On November 24th 2017, Bonaire will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first large cruise ship that visited the island of Bonaire. For TCB this is a great honor to see how far Bonaire has come in this industry.

Nov. 07 | BONAIRE ROCKS DEMA SHOW 2017

On November 1-4, 2017, Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) was representated by Emilayla Coffi, Marketing Assistant of TCB-Headquarters and TCB-North America representative Marie Rose at the 41st Annual DEMA Show.

Nov. 06 | BONAIRE HOSTS ELITE NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY TOP TRAVEL AGENTS

In efforts to continue to increase awareness of Bonaire in one of the islands top US markets, Bonaire hosted 12 leading travel agents in the New York/New Jersey area for a Bonaire themed dinner earlier this month.

Oct. 30 | TCB IS ORGANIZING THE LAST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017

Tourism Corporation of Bonaire and Ministry of Health have teamed up to create Taste of Bonaire Wellness. This event seeks to spotlight all of the talented practitioners and specialists on the island who promote health, well-being and bring forth to the local community a greater awareness.

Oct. 26 | DIVE INTO SAVINGS WITH BONAIRE'S DEMA SHOW SPECIALS

With many of Bonaire's exhibitors offering DEMA Show only specials, the Bonaire Pavilion is the best place for attendees to visit and start planning their dive vacations. Visit the Bonaire Pavilion, Booth #1952, to learn more about the island's dive product and the following DEMA Show packages:

Oct. 04 | Bonaire as one of the Top 100 Sustainable Destinations

The Sustainable Destinations Top 100 is unveiled for the third time on World Tourism Day 2017 and for the second time in a row Bonaire is on this list.

Oct. 02 | Cruise schedule changes

Because of the current situations in the region after the devastation caused by the hurricanes, there has been many changes in the cruise schedules.

Sep. 29 | Bonaire featured in the fall issue of Canadian World Traveller

As a result of freelance writer Sue Campbell's recent trip to Bonaire last month, Bonaire is featured in the fall issue of Canadian World Traveller magazine. Entitled "Bonaire Beyond Diving," the article highlights Bonaire as the perfect vacation destination for both divers and non-divers.

Sep. 29 | TCB celebrates World Tourism Day with their employees

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) celebrates with their team World Tourism Day during a buggy adventure around the south part of the island.

Sep. 27 | Celebration World Tourism Day "Sustainable Tourism"

Today September 27th, the tourism industry celebrates World Tourism day with the theme sustainable tourism by the World Tourism Organization (UNTWO). This is a day to reflect on the continuous progress that Bonaire experienced and is still experiencing in regards to Tourism.

Sep. 14 | Corendon arrives Bonaire for the first time

Bonaire welcomed Corendon who for the first time arrived on the island. Corendon is a well-known tour operator in Europe which recently started selling 60 weekly seats on the flight of KLM destination Bonaire.

Aug. 31 | Informative Tourism Summit

Last Thursday on August 24th Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) together with the University of Central Florida (UCF) held a Tourism Summit in order to present the preliminary research findings and based on these results and the feedback received the UCF team will finalize the Tourism Master plan for Bonaire.

Aug. 29 | Bonaire Spotlighted on social media influencer Erik Conover's YouTube

YouTube vlogger Erik Conover's Bonaire video was released over the weekend. This vlog is a direct result of Erik's recent press visit to Bonaire in early August.

Aug. 28 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE 6TH EDITION OF TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017

Saturday September 2nd TCB will be organizing the 6th edition of Taste of Bonaire which will take place in the Wilhelmina Park from 6pm to 11pm. The theme for this event will be Dance Edition 'kaminda pa Dia di Boneiru'.

Aug. 25 | BONAIRE KICKS OFF THE MONTH OF AUGUST WITH GOLD STAR MEDIA COVERAGE

Bonaire continues to be recognized not only as a top Caribbean destination that should be on every traveler's "go to" list but also as one of the best islands to live and retire on. For the third time, Bonaire was selected to be featured on two episodes of HGTV's hit show Caribbean Life and was also showcased in Caribbean Journal as the best Caribbean island for retirement.

Aug. 22 | Bonaire featured on MSN.com as Best snorkeling Spots in the World

Entitled 'Best Snorkeling Spots in the World," Bonaire is one of the 16 destinations highlighted for offering some of the most unique snorkeling site that allows you to get close to pure marine life without swimming at unnerving depths.

Aug. 22 | Bonaire Spotlighted on Erik Conover's YouTube Channel

YouTube vlogger Erik Conover's Bonaire video was released over the weekend. This vlog is a direct result of Erik's recent press visit to Bonaire in early August.

Aug. 18 | Island of Bonaire with successful sales blitz presentations in Toronto

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) together with a Bonaire delegation and Sunwing organized a productive sales blitz week in Toronto, Canada.

Aug. 07 | Bonaire number two according to consumer reviews on Cruise Critic

TCB is thrilled to share the news that Bonaire is again in the top 5 of Best Southern Caribbean Cruise Destination for Cruisecritic.com. For the ones that are not familiar with Cruise Critic it is the world's leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community.

Jul. 06 | Bonaire Airlift Schedule for Delta and United

We wanted to provide you with Bonaire's non-stop airlift schedules for Delta and United from July 2017 - January 31, 2018

Jul. 03 | MISS SCUBA NETHERLANDS DIVES FOR A CAUSE WITH CRF

This week, Coral Restoration Foundation Bonaire (CRF Bonaire) gratefully welcomed Miss Scuba Netherlands, Jessica Wohrmann, to join a Coral Restoration Adventure Dive.

Jun. 22 | TCB ORGANIZES THEIR FOURTH TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017 EDITION TALENT

Saturday July 1st TCB will be organizing their fourth Taste of Bonaire. The event will be taking place in the Wilhelmina Park from 6pm to 11pm with as theme Talent.

Jun. 20 | TOP NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS WERE WELCOMED TO BONAIRE

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and a variety of tourism stakeholders hosted a group of nine top New Jersey travel agents on a fam trip to the island,

Jun. 19 | BONAIRE CULINARY TEAM SHINES AT TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN AWARDS

The Bonaire Culinary team was on fire at Caribbean Hotel Tourism Association's (CHTA) Taste of the Caribbean Awards on June 6, as the team took home nine medals.

Jun. 05 | Plan Your Next Bonaire Vacation With TripAdvisor

Planning your next getaway to Bonaire and want to find the hottest hotel deals?

May. 25 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE THIRD TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017

Saturday June 3rd, 2017 TCB will be organizing the third Taste of Bonaire for this year with the theme Culture.

May. 24 | Our website now available in German

Bonaire's official tourism website is now available in German. TCB's website also offers English, Spanish and Dutch options.

May. 15 | IT'S BONAIRE FALL FESTIVAL TIME

If you're already thinking about where to go on vacation this fall, then think no more. Bonaire is the perfect spot in the Dutch Caribbean to kick back, relax and enjoy...or not!

May. 03 | Increase in passengers coming to Bonaire with United Airlines

Based on the first quarter of this year Bonaire had an increase of 7.6% in passengers coming from Newark and 14.8% in passengers coming from Houston. From these numbers it can be concluded that the strategic marketing was successful.

Apr. 24 | DISNEY CRUISE LINE COMING TO BONAIRE IN 2018

For the first time Bonaire is experiencing a high and low cruise season.

Apr. 19 | Washington Slagbaai National Park closed

The Washington Park National Park is closed because of heavy rainfall on Good Friday.

Apr. 13 | BONAIRE RANKED AS #4 WORLD'S BEST ISLAND FOR SNORKELING

Bonaire is ranked #4 for one of the best places to snorkel in the world. This ranking has 25 spots with other islands including Hawaii, Fiji, Bay islands, Dominica, etc.

Apr. 11 | TCB LAUNCHED THEIR WIFI CONNECTION IN THE WILHELMINA PARK

Thursday April 6th, 2017 Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) launched their WiFi connection in the Wilhelmina Park, this took place in the presence of Director of TCB Mr. Maurice Adriaens, Deputy of Tourism and Economics Mr. Joselito Statia, representatives of Digicel together with a tourist audience and the employees of TCB.

Mar. 27 | Bonaire named 1 of the 7 Natural Wonders of the Caribbean

About.com Travel named Bonaire's National Marine Park one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the Caribbean!

Mar. 13 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire welcomes Costa Magica to Bonaire

Mr. Maurice Adriaens, Director of Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) officially welcomed the Costa Cruise Lines ship Costa Magica to the Port of Kralendijk during the traditional plaque exchange ceremony that took place on Tuesday, March 7, commemorating the ship's inaugural call in Bonaire.

Mar. 13 | Bonaire Featured in Forbes

Forbes Magazine (online edition) named Bonaire one of the 10 Must Dive Destinations for 2017!

Mar. 07 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire is organizing the second Taste of Bonaire

Saturday March 11th, 2017 TCB will be organizing the second Taste of Bonaire for 2017 with the theme Ban Topa (Let's Meet).

Mar. 03 | Bonaire Featured in Conde Nast Traveler

Bonaire was featured in the March 1st online issue of Conde Nast Traveler! Bonaire was named the #3 most beautiful Caribbean island to visit out of a list of 25 Caribbean islands.

Mar. 01 | BONAIRE ROCKS AT THE BOSTON GLOBE CONSUMER TRAVEL SHOW

From February 10-12, 2017, Bonaire participated for the first time in the Boston Globe Travel Show. The Show was held at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston, Massachusetts and provided the opportunity for consumers to meet with destinations from around the world and immerse themselves in travel information for future trips.

Feb. 20 | Warning on the Bonaire Banded Box Jellfyfish

STINAPA received notice that there are Bonaire Banded Box Jellyfish (Tamoya Ohboya)" on the beach and in the water at Sorobon.

Feb. 06 | BONAIRE RECEIVES HONORS IN USA TODAY'S 10BEST READER'S CHOICE AWARDS

The results are in for USA Today's 10Best Reader's Choice Awards!

Jan. 30 | FIRST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017

Saturday February 4th, 2017 TCB will be organizing the first Taste of Bonaire for 2017 with the theme Carnival. For the first time TCB will introduce this, where there will be a lot of joy with a Carnival atmosphere. The event will take place at the Wilhemina Park from 6pm to 11pm.

Jan. 05 | VOTE FOR BONAIRE NOW!!!

We are happy to inform you that Bonaire has been nominated in USA Today's 10 Best Reader's Choice Awards 2017!

Dec. 19 | Happy Holidays from TCB!

Tourism Corporation Bonaire wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Prosperous 2017.

Dec. 12 | Christmas Shopping Night 2016

Saturday December 17th, 2016 Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) in cooperation with Bonaire Arts & Crafts Association (BACA) are organizing the Christmas Shopping Night which will be taking place in the Wilhelmina Park and throughout Kaya Grandi from 6pm to 10pm.

Nov. 28 | SAIL, TRIATHLON AND BOAT PARTY

In celebration of 15 years in the community, Budget Marine proudly presents a day of events at the waterfront.

Nov. 21 | Cultural Market

The Cultural Market has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations.

Nov. 07 | KITE - SUP - YOGA WEEK

From 12th to 19th of November we join forces with Windhoek Resort and M&M Stand Up Paddling.

Oct. 31 | Bonaire Blond Restaurant Week

From the 31st of October till the 6th of November Bonaire Blond organizes the first edition of the Bonaire Blond Restaurantweek.

Oct. 17 | Cultural Market

The Cultural Market has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations.

Sep. 27 | Bonaire Regatta 2016

The 49th edition of the Bonaire Regatta will take place from October 12th to October 15th 2016.

Sep. 15 | CARLOS COSTE SET TWO RECORDS DURING BONAIRE DEEPSEA CHALLENGE

Carlos Coste (VEN) set New Continental South American Record -69 meters on 5 september in the purest freediving discipline of Constant No Fins (CNF) in 3 minutes 33 seconds (previous record: -65 m).

Sep. 12 | Cultural Market at Mangazina di Rei

The Cultural Market has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations.

Aug. 23 | Bonaire Deepsea Challenge 2016

After last years success, Deepsea Challenge is back to deliver a high-end and exciting competition on Bonaire; ranked among the top freediving destinations of the world.

Aug. 05 | Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino Introduces All-Inclusive Packages

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino has announced that a new all-inclusive package will be made available to its guests starting in August 2016.

Aug. 01 | UNITED AIRLINES AIRFARE TO BONAIRE AS LOW AS $450 FOR FALL TRAVEL

Fall is around the corner, and if you haven't yet, now's the time to book your fall escape to Bonaire!

Jul. 18 | PROKIDS WINDSURFING 2016

Taking place at Sorobon Beach, the 12th edition of Prokids Windsurfing will be from July 29th to 31st.

Jul. 12 | La Cantina Food Court

On Saturday July 16th restaurant La Cantina will be hosting another FOOD COURT! Different stand holders prepare their specialties.

Jul. 05 | Town Pier Clean Up July 9th

This Saturday, July 9th, we're hosting another quarterly Clean Up Dive. We'd like to invite you all to come by and help keep Bonaire blue and beautiful!

Jun. 28 | New Rincon Drive, Hike, Bike Route

The rural areas of Bonaire are now more accessible for tourists and recreationists.

Jun. 22 | SECOND TASTE OF BONAIRE JUNE 2016

On June 25th, Tourism Corporation of Bonaire will be organizing the second Taste of Bonaire for this year. This will be the second of the five Taste of Bonaire's, planned for this year.

Jun. 06 | BONAIRE BLOND TASTING DURING SPECIAL EDITION OF LA CANTINA FOOD COURT

A special Bonaire Blond tasting will be hosted during the 7th edition of the La Cantina Food Court upcoming Saturday.

May. 30 | Open House Washington-Slagbaai National Park

Sunday June 5th Washington-Slagbaai National Park will have her annual open house. Admission on this day is free.

May. 17 | UNITED AIRLINES EXTENDS AIRFARE SALE TO BONAIRE

We have MORE great news to share with you for summer travel to Bonaire! Starting today, United Airlines has extended the booking window for their Newark Summer Fare Sale for all destinations originally covered. The booking window now extends through Tuesday, June 7, 2016.

May. 05 | UNITED AIRLINES AIRFARE SALE TO BONAIRE

We have great news to share with you and your clients for summer travel! Starting today, United Airlines' Newark-Bonaire Sunday flight, which commences on June 12, 2016, is on sale. The booking window for the sale is now through May 17, 2016. All travel must be completed by August 14, 2016.

Apr. 13 | Rincon Day 2016

Rincon Day taking place on April 30th is a special day on the island of Bonaire, where the focus is in the oldest town of Bonaire and the Dutch Caribbean.

Apr. 07 | I Love Bonaire Bartender Competition 2016 coming Sunday

This Sunday April 10th Coco Beach will be hosting the I Love Bonaire Bartender Competition 2016. Four professional bartenders will compete for a spot on the Bonaire Culinary Team which will represent Bonaire at the Taste of the Caribbean, a culinary competition for professional chefs and bartenders this coming June in Miami.

Mar. 31 | BONAIRE TO WELCOME FABIEN COUSTEAU

Tourism Corporation Bonaire is pleased to announce that Mr. Fabien Cousteau will be visiting Bonaire from April 8 - 12, 2016.

Mar. 14 | Bonaire Cuisine Months

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) will be organizing once again the Bonaire Cuisine Monthsprogram, which is slated to run in the months of May and June 2016.

Feb. 26 | The Week of Bonaire Blond

The week of Bonaire Blond is organized from March 5th to March 12th. It will be a week filled with a lot of different activities.

Feb. 09 | UNITED'S SUMMER NON-STOP SERVICE TO BONAIRE

Are you suffering from the winter blues, and counting down the days until summer?

Feb. 01 | Carnival Schedule

Here you can find the Carnival schedule.

Jan. 14 | Non-stop service with Delta

Planning your next scuba diving escape to #Bonaire?

Jan. 11 | Check our Image Gallery

Check out our image gallery for the winning photos of the Bonaire Photo Contest.

Dec. 22 | Happy Holidays!

Tourism Corporation Bonaire wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Prosperous 2016.

Dec. 16 | Christmas Shopping Night

Upcoming Saturday December 19th, 2015 Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) in cooperation with Bonaire Arts & Crafts Association (BACA) and Downtown Business Association are organizing the Christmas Shopping Night which will be taking place in the Wilhelmina Park and throughout Kaya Grandi from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Nov. 18 | New Destination Video

Bon Bini na Bonaire! Whether you're a scuba diver, adventurer, nature lover or just want to spend the day on the beach, Bonaire has something for everyone!

Nov. 10 | Marshe di Playa

Marshe di Playa is a new local market in the center of Kralendijk organised by Boneiru Duradero in collaboration with Kriabon.

Oct. 15 | Vote for Bonaire!

We have good news to share with you - Bonaire has been nominated as one of the Best Caribbean Destinations For Adventure by

Sep. 07 | ANNUAL BONAIRE REGATTA 2015

The 48th edition of the Bonaire Regatta takes place from 7th-10th October 2015.

Aug. 25 | Last Taste of Bonaire for 2015

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) is organizing this Sunday, August 30th, 2015 the last Taste of Bonaire for 2015. The theme for this Taste of Bonaire is the International Edition.

Aug. 20 | Join us for Nest Monitoring on Klein Bonaire

From May until October, we visit Klein Bonaire three mornings a week, looking for sea turtle activity. You can join us in our new boat to Klein Bonaire.

Aug. 04 | 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BONAIRE WOUNDED WARRIOR

A special week from August 15th-22nd, 2015 on Bonaire that welcomes and celebrates a group of wounded warriors and their families.

Jul. 27 | MINDFULNESS MEDITATION RETREATS

This summer, a full week of Mindfulness Meditation is offered on Bonaire. From July 25th till August 1st, participants can enjoy daily guided meditations at various locations in Bonaire.

Jul. 14 | TCB organizes the fourth Taste of Bonaire for 2015

Saturday July 25th, 2015 the fourth Taste of Bonaire for the year 2015 will be taking place at the Wilhelmina Park from 6 to 10 pm.

Jul. 01 | Prokids Bonaire

Taking place at Sorobon Beach, the 11th edition of Prokids Windsurfing will be from July 3rd to 5th.

Jun. 24 | Third Taste of Bonaire

Tourism Corporation Bonaire will be organizing the third Taste of Bonaire for this year, which will be taking place on Sunday June 28th, 2015.

Jun. 02 | DEEP SEA CHALLENGE BONAIRE

Between the 17th and 27th of June, 2015, Freediver World Records holder Carlos Coste and his team will be present on Bonaire for the annual Deep Sea Challenge.

May. 06 | Bonaire Cuisine Month

Bonaire Cuisine Month will be running for the entire month of May with an exciting program.

Apr. 15 | Bonaire in TAUCHEN App

Now all divers can digitally discover Bonaire's underwater world. A free Bonaire Special has been included in the TAUCHEN App for iPad.

Apr. 15 | Bjorn Dunkerbeck to Sorobon Masters

Windsurfing legend Bjorn Dunkerbeck, who has an amazing 41 world titles to his name, will compete in the second edition of Sorobon Masters. The fact that B

Apr. 13 | Adopt a Coral

The Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) has just launched Bonaire's first 'Adopt a Coral' programme. This programme was developed to draw greater attention

Mar. 16 | Bonaire Dive Week

A week-long diving and festivities on a tropical island? That's the Bonaire Dive Week! From May 26th to June 2nd 2015, you can enjoy ...

Mar. 04 | Check out upcoming events

Bonaire Calendar of Events 2015

Feb. 25 | This Saturday: Cultural Market at Mangazina di Rei

Cultural Market at Mangazina di Rei

Jan. 26 | Bonaire Carnival 2015

Between February 7th and 17th, several carnival activities will take place on Bonaire.

Jan. 21 | Bonaire International Fishing Tournament 2015

27th Bonaire International Fishing Tournament

Jan. 16 | Bonaire welcomes Carnival Cruise Lines

On Monday January 19th, Bonaire will welcome Carnival Cruise Lines and its passengers on their first call to our island with a surprise event.

Jan. 13 | InselAir starts 2 weekly flights to Manaus (Brazil)

Flights start January 14th, 2015. Congratulations Insel Air.

Jan. 05 | Bonaire International Fishing Tournament 2015

27th Bonaire International Fishing Tournament

Dec. 30 | Maskarada - 1st and 4th January 2015

The return of the Maskarada

Dec. 22 | Traditional Bonaire Drum day 27 December 2014

Entrance is free at Magazina di Rei

Dec. 09 | Latin America Photo contest winners to be announced Dec 18, 2014

On December 18th, 2014 the Latin America photo contest concludes. Winners will be announced.

Nov. 06 | November 29 and 30, 2014 Malicious & Delicious Lionfish Derby

In connection with the 35th Anniversary of the Bonaire National Marine Park, STINAPA Bonaire is launching a lionfish derby.

Oct. 28 | Participate in the Bonaire facebook "FAKECATION" contest

Sweepstakes Prize Includes Two Roundtrip Delta Airlines Tickets & a Seven Nights' Stay at Eden Beach Resort Bonaire.

Oct. 27 | 'At Sea' first Caribbean JRE member

'Restaurant At Sea' first Caribbean JRE member International dishes with a creative twist. That's the way to describe their culinary style.

Oct. 21 | United States Vice Consul will visit Bonaire

On Monday, October 27th, the United States Vice Consul will visit Bonaire.

Oct. 14 | DUO Xtreme Bonaire October 19, 2014

Sunday, October 19th, the 5th Duo Xtreme Race will be held on Bonaire.

Oct. 14 | Nature Conservation on Bonaire Earning Global Accolades Once Again

Luigi Eybrecht has won the 'Dr. Jane Goodall Hope and Inspiration Ranger Award'! Luigi has a true passion for Bonaire's nature.

Oct. 07 | Top Bonaire performance at the Windsurf Worldcup Sylt 2014

Ranked as the Top 10 World Champions by the PWA at the Windsurf Worldcup Sylt 2014

Oct. 06 | Bonaire Regatta Event October 5th - 11th, 2014

Bonaire's 47th Regatta has initiated taking place from October 5-11, 2014. The land festivities are from October 8-11, 2014.

Aug. 19 | Bonaire wins Junior Chef Competition in Barbados

The young Bonairean chefs have won gold during the Caribbean Junior Duelling Challenge 2014 in Barbados.

Aug. 14 | Delta Airlines Friday Flight

Starting Friday, August 22, 2014, Delta will offer two weekly non-stop flights from Atlanta to Bonaire, departing on Fridays AND Saturdays.

Jul. 29 | Bonaire Fall Festival

Many of our tourism partners are participating in the program and are offering accommodation packages, excursions,activities and dining. See vacation deals

Newsletter

Feb. 22 | BONAIRE RECEIVES TOP HONORS IN USA TODAY'S 10BEST READER'S CHOICE

Jan. 30 | Nieuw Statendam visits Bonaire for the first time

Jan. 30 | Bonaire very proud for maintaining its Silver Quality Coast title

Jan. 28 | American Airlines will maintain extra Flights year round

Jan. 25 | First call MSC Divina to Bonaire

Jan. 21 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE FIRST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2019

Dec. 11 | Christmas Shopping Night on December 22

Nov. 27 | BONAIRE'S CRUISE TOURISM GARNERS RETURN ON ITS INVESTMENT

Nov. 16 | Bonaire 2019 Readers Choice Awards

Nov. 06 | Miss Tourism Bonaire is going to Las Vegas to promote Bonaire

Oct. 23 | TCB IS ORGANIZING THE LAST TASTE OF BONAIRE

Oct. 03 | Regatta 2018

Sep. 17 | TOURISM WEEK & TASTE OF BONAIRE

Sep. 14 | TCB IS ORGANIZING ANOTHER TASTE OF BONAIRE EDITION TOURISM

Jul. 24 | TCB IS ORGANIZING ANOTHER TASTE OF BONAIRE EDITION RECYCLE AND TALENT

Jun. 08 | BONAIRE THE FIRST BLUE DESTINATION OF THE WORLD

Jun. 04 | American Airlines adds extra Flights

May. 30 | Everything is ready for the Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 pageant

May. 15 | Voting is open on Facebook for Miss Tourism Internet Bonaire 2018

May. 07 | Participants for Miss Tourism Bonaire 2018 had a great presentation

Apr. 04 | BONAIRE HOSTS WRITERS/SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS ON A SUNWING PRESS TRIP

Mar. 22 | TCB IS ORGANIZING THE SECOND TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2018

Mar. 22 | Arrival of AIR RALLY 2018 in Bonaire

Mar. 21 | REGISTRATION FOR MISS TOURISM CLOSED WITH A TOTAL OF 5 PARTICIPANTS

Mar. 19 | VISIT BONAIRE AT BENEATH THE SEA

Mar. 13 | Bonaire was represented at the Seatrade Convention

Mar. 06 | Posada Para Mira receives energy audit report from TCB

Mar. 06 | BONAIRE HOSTS 10 TOP NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY TRAVEL COUNSELORS

Feb. 26 | Visit Bonaire delegation to FCCA operational committee

Feb. 26 | Airlift Performance 2017

Feb. 23 | TCB informs its Kids Council; KSLB the advice that will be implemented

Feb. 15 | DELTA AIR LINE'S ATLANTA-BONAIRE SERVICE ACHIEVES TEN-YEAR MILESTONE

Feb. 09 | Delta Celebrating 10 years flying to Bonaire

Feb. 02 | Bonaire welcomes Disney Wonder

Jan. 31 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE FIRST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2018

Jan. 30 | Disney Wonder will visit Bonaire

Jan. 10 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire gives 'Gouden Flamingo' at Vakantiebeurs

Jan. 09 | Vote for Bonaire as Best of the Caribbean

Jan. 05 | TCB and the Island Government signs agreement with American Airlines

Dec. 29 | Council of children presents tourism advices to TCB

Dec. 29 | Unox New Year's dive

Dec. 22 | First Sunwing flight received at Flamingo International Airport

Dec. 22 | Wishing you Happy Holidays!

Dec. 13 | TCB and CPA sign a Memorandum of Understanding

Dec. 11 | CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY GIFT PROJECT

Dec. 08 | Christmas Shopping Night on December 16

Dec. 05 | Bonaire top 20 Best destinations in the world to escape this winter

Dec. 05 | Bonaire welcomed the Mein Schiff 3 Cruise ship

Dec. 05 | TCB honors Mr. Toon Abraham

Dec. 05 | 50th anniversary cruise industry

Nov. 21 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire gives training to MBO students

Nov. 20 | BONAIRE TAKES HOME 11 AWARDS IN SCUBA DIVING MAGAZINE

Nov. 17 | TCB-NORTH AMERICA HOSTS US TRAVEL WRITERS/SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS

Nov. 17 | BONAIRE VISITS THREE U.S. LEGACY CARRIERS

Nov. 16 | The Best Rum & Cola in the World is made on Bonaire!

Nov. 13 | Bonaire's Salt Shop and salt pans are featured in the Fall 2017 issue

Nov. 10 | Successful Green Destination Seminar

Nov. 09 | Cruise month celebration

Nov. 07 | BONAIRE ROCKS DEMA SHOW 2017

Nov. 06 | BONAIRE HOSTS ELITE NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY TOP TRAVEL AGENTS

Oct. 30 | TCB IS ORGANIZING THE LAST TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017

Oct. 26 | DIVE INTO SAVINGS WITH BONAIRE'S DEMA SHOW SPECIALS

Oct. 04 | Bonaire as one of the Top 100 Sustainable Destinations

Oct. 02 | Cruise schedule changes

Sep. 29 | Bonaire featured in the fall issue of Canadian World Traveller

Sep. 29 | TCB celebrates World Tourism Day with their employees

Sep. 27 | Celebration World Tourism Day "Sustainable Tourism"

Sep. 14 | Corendon arrives Bonaire for the first time

Aug. 31 | Informative Tourism Summit

Aug. 29 | Bonaire Spotlighted on social media influencer Erik Conover's YouTube

Aug. 28 | TCB WILL BE ORGANIZING THE 6TH EDITION OF TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017

Aug. 25 | BONAIRE KICKS OFF THE MONTH OF AUGUST WITH GOLD STAR MEDIA COVERAGE

Aug. 22 | Bonaire featured on MSN.com as Best snorkeling Spots in the World

Aug. 22 | Bonaire Spotlighted on Erik Conover's YouTube Channel

Aug. 18 | Island of Bonaire with successful sales blitz presentations in Toronto

Aug. 07 | Bonaire number two according to consumer reviews on Cruise Critic

Jul. 06 | Bonaire Airlift Schedule for Delta and United

Jul. 03 | MISS SCUBA NETHERLANDS DIVES FOR A CAUSE WITH CRF

Jun. 22 | TCB ORGANIZES THEIR FOURTH TASTE OF BONAIRE FOR 2017 EDITION TALENT