Press

Apr. 03 | Article in German about Bonaire

Read here an article in German about Bonaire.

Nov. 21 | 25th annual press conference in San Juan Puerto Rico

From the 5th till 9th of November Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) held their 25th annual FCCA conference. This time it was held in San Juan Puerto Rico. For this event Tourism Corporation Bonaire was represented by Cruise Operations Coordinator Ms. Xenah Cicilia.

Nov. 21 | BONAIRE AT THE LAS VEGAS DEMA SHOW 2018

On November 14-17, 2018, Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) was represented by Emilayla Coffi, Marketing Assistant of TCB at the 42nd Annual DEMA Show. The Show was held at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Feb. 27 | 10 REASONS TO START THE WEEKEND ON BONAIRE

With year-round 80 degree weather, 24/7 world class diving and snorkeling and award winning cuisine, Bonaire is a destination that should be on everyone's "Go To" list. Now, with American Airlines new Saturday non-stop flight, travelers can start their weekend in paradise with ease.

Feb. 08 | Pop-Up Coral Nursery Installed at Oil Slick Leap

Coral Restoration Foundation Bonaire (CRF Bonaire) proudly announces the installation of a new, temporary Coral Tree nursery at Oil Slick Leap as part of a project funded through the European Union's BEST 2.0 Programme.

Nov. 21 | Bonaire Hosts International Meeting on Protection of Sharks

From Nov. 20-24 a diverse group of international shark experts is gathering at Captain Don's Habitat on Bonaire to discuss measures for the international protection of sharks. Countries ranging from the Philippines to Saudi Arabia, from the United States to Australia and from Costa Rica to Chile have sent experts to Bonaire for an advisory meeting of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Conservation of Migratory Sharks (Sharks MOU) under the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS).

Nov. 20 | Bonaire Wellness

Recharge and reset on the island of Bonaire. Bonaire Wellness is a web directory of wellness practitioners on the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire. The directory allows visitors to locate and book wellness activities to compliment their vacation.

Sep. 28 | TCB presents Dilemma to their Kids Council

Last week Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) presented its dilemma to their Kids Council, Group 7 of Kolegio San Luis Bertran. Emilayla Coffi Marketing Assistant of TCB gave a presentation of the responsibilities and current problems that TCB faces on daily basis.

Jun. 20 | Bonaire Pink Beach Among World's Prettiest Pink Sand Beaches

Bonaire Pink Beach was featured in an article written by the digital travel magazine Trips To Discover.

May. 30 | Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire, first GUE dive center in the Caribbean

Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire is proud to announce to be the first and only training facility in the Caribbean and South America to provide courses from Global Underwater Explorers (GUE).

May. 18 | BONAIRE LAUNCHES THE 3RD ANNUAL BONAIRE FALL FESTIVAL

In continuous efforts to support United and Delta's fall airlift to Bonaire, Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) launched its 3rd Annual Bonaire Fall Festival: Dive-Dine-Discover program.

May. 16 | EUROPEAN ARRIVALS INCREASED WITH 22%

Tourism Corporation Bonaire announced this week that arrivals from last quarter by KLM and TUI airlines from major European markets rose by 22 percent compared with last year.

Apr. 13 | How to DIY a shore excursion

Wayfaring Views posted a blog post about Bonaire Cruise Port Excursions: 3 Ways to Do it On Your Own.

Mar. 21 | Top Things to Do in Bonaire If You Don't Dive

Wayfaring Views posted a blog post about Top Things to Do in Bonaire If You Don't Dive.

Mar. 15 | Kitemanara 2017

Kitemanera, the annual kitesurfing fundraiser event on the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire, announces the launch of the 2017 event website and this year's charitable recipient âÂ?" Coral Restoration Foundation Bonaire.

Mar. 09 | Bonaire is featured in Caribbean Journal

We're happy to inform you that Bonaire was featured in Caribbean Journal's newsletter today.

Mar. 08 | Bonaire Featured on HGTV Caribbean Life

Bonaire was featured on a recent episode of HGTV's Caribbean Life! This episode is a direct result of Caribbean Life's TV crew visiting the island in July 2016.

Mar. 01 | BONAIRE IS SHOWCASED TO ELITE NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS

To further reinforce the Bonaire message to the key travel agents in the New York metro area, Bonaire hosted 10 leading travel agents in the New York/New Jersey for a 'Bonaire: Hidden Gem of the Caribbean" dinner on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.

Feb. 23 | OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE BUDDY DIVE WATERSPORTS STORE

Driving through the center of Kralendijk, there is a new store that cannot be missed: Buddy Dive Watersports. The store celebrated its official opening on February 22th, over 40 people attended the event.

Feb. 09 | Pink Beach featured on vacationidea.com

Pink Beach has been featured in "12 Best Pink Sand Beaches in the World" on the website vacationidea.com

Feb. 06 | INGRIDIENTS RESTAURANT RAISES MONEY FOR LOCAL CHARITY

Ingridients Restaurant, located at Buddy Dive Resort, has something special in mind for Valentine's Day. An auction for the most romantic 5-course dinner at the restaurant: a table on the dock overviewing Bonaire's stunning sunset and calm ocean waters. The raised money will be handed over to local charity, the food bank on Bonaire.

Feb. 01 | Where have all the loras gone?

After a season of more and heavier rains following a multi-year drought, the loras seem to have dispersed around the island, making them more difficult to find and count. During the annual parrot roost count, nearly 700 parrots were counted. That is fewer than in previous years, but it is not because they are not here but rather that they may now be sleeping in locations which are more difficult to access and observe. Therefore, not all loras have been counted.

Dec. 28 | BONAIRE WELCOMED TOP NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS

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, December 10 âÂ?" 14, 2016.

Dec. 21 | OLDEST SCUBA DIVING COUPLE AT BUDDY DIVE FOR GUINNESS BOOK OF RECORDS

For over thirty years they have been coming annually to Bonaire and can call themselves Gold Ambassadors of Bonaire: Phil and Grace Hampton, both age 85.

Dec. 20 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE ANNOUNCES BONAIRE PHOTOCONTEST WINNERS

On Monday December 12th the third edition of the Bonaire Photo Contest ended successfully. The contest took place from September 5th to November 15th 2016.

Dec. 19 | Bonaire featured once again in About.com Travel

Bonaire was showcased in a feature story in the December 15 issue of About.com Travel. This article is a direct result of freelance writer Grace Lentini participating in our Bonaire Cuisine Month group press trip in May 2016.

Dec. 19 | CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY GIFT PROJECT

On Thursday December 15th Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) together with Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and Bonaire Outreach Foundation organized the 7th "Christmas Holiday Gift Project".

Dec. 19 | A successful second edition of Christmas Shopping Night

Saturday December 17th, 2016 Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) organized the second edition of the Christmas Shopping Night which took place in the Wilhelmina Park and throughout Kaya Grandi from 6pm to 10pm.

Dec. 06 | BONAIRE RECEIVES 12 AWARDS

Bonaire continues to shine as a premier dive destination as the island secured 12 different awards in the Scuba Diving Magazine's Readers Choice Awards

Dec. 01 | DELTA AND UNITED ANNOUNCE HOLIDAY FLIGHTS TO BONAIRE

Bonaire has an early present for all travelers this year. Delta and United announced increased capacity to the island for the holiday season.

Dec. 01 | Buddy Dive Resort introduces new underwater scooters in Bonaire

Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire is proud to announce their latest acquisition. As the first and only dive operation in Bonaire, Buddy Dive Resort recently started to rent Dive Propulsion Vehicles (DPV's), also known as underwater scooters. DPV's offer a thrilling way for scuba divers to see a lot of underwater territory in a short amount of time.

Nov. 18 | Echo announces Tree Planting Day

Echo is pleased to invite members of the community to a second Tree Planting Day.

Nov. 15 | WIN A FREE TRIP TO BONAIRE BY TAKING OUR BONAIRE SCUBA DIVING QUIZ

Do you know how many dive sites there are around Bonaire? The number of shore diving sites? How about the number of different sea creatures you can find under the sea?

Nov. 14 | BONAIRE'S HOTELS OFFER PACKAGES TO KEEP EVERYONE WARM THIS WINTER

It's November, and that means it's officially okay to start talking about the holidays.

Nov. 14 | BONAIRE'S HOTELS OFFER PACKAGES TO KEEP EVERYONE WARM THIS WINTER

It's November, and that means it's officially okay to start talking about the holidays.

Nov. 08 | FOURTH CORAL RESTORATION FOUNDATION BONAIRE DIVE SHOP MEMBER

Coral Restoration Foundation Bonaire is thrilled to announce the addition of Gooodive Bonaire to the Dive Shop Members.

Nov. 08 | Walking under the full moon at the Washington Slagbaai National Park

STINAPA invites the Bonairean community to come and join them on a walk on Sunday November 13th from 5pm to 8pm, and have some healthy fun under the full moon.

Nov. 02 | Bonaire Featured in Caribbean Journal

TCB-North America is pleased to announce Bonaire received the lead spot in Caribbean Journal's Best Islands For Snorkeling article!

Oct. 10 | Foundation stone for EuroParcs Resort Bonaire to be laid on 21 October

Less than three months after the official start of EuroParcs Resort Bonaire, the first stage of the resort near Kralendijk has already been sold completely.

Sep. 15 | STINAPA, IMARES and DCNA starting with Shark research in Bonaire this

This week marks the beginning of shark research in Bonaire. STINAPA, IMARES and DCNA are working together, with funding from the Nationale Postcode Loterij, to learn more about the species of sharks frequenting the waters and reefs of Bonaire.

Sep. 15 | DELTA EXTENDS BONAIRE'S HOLIDAY SEASON

The holiday season has been joyously extended in Bonaire thanks to Delta Air Lines peak season schedule.

Sep. 06 | Bonaire very proud to be awarded the Silver Quality Coast Award

The Netherlands Minister of Economic Affairs, Mr. Henk Kamp, awarded Bonaire with the Silver Quality Coast Award this was handed

Aug. 23 | BONAIRE SHOWCASED TO TOP NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS

To increase awareness of Bonaire in a key target market and highlight its non-stop service from Newark on United Airlines, Bonaire hosted 77 top travel agents in New Jersey last week.

Jun. 17 | HARBOUR VILLAGE BEACH CLUB ON BONAIRE ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP

In observation of World Oceans Day, Harbour Village Beach Club, the Caribbean's "best kept secret" and Bonaire's only luxury resort,

Jun. 10 | Bonaire featured in About.com Travel

Bonaire is featured in the latest About.com Travel story. This article is a direct result of freelance writer Grace Lentini participating in our recent culinary press trip.

Jun. 08 | BELMAR OCEANFRONT APARTMENTS BONAIRE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Belmar Oceanfront Apartments Bonaire is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. The completely redesigned website has a more contemporary design and is ready for the future.

Jun. 08 | Nonstop flights Venezuela-Bonaire promoted at AVAVIT

The 25th edition of Avavit trade show, took place on May 31st and June 1st at Eurobuilding Hotel in Caracas.

May. 27 | BONAIRE HOSPITALITY GROUP LAUNCHES 'BONAIRE CULINARY PASSPORT'

Bonaire Hospitality Group, a collaboration of hospitality entrepreneurs on the island, is proud to announce the 'Bonaire Culinary Passport'.

May. 05 | UNITED AIRLINES AIRFARE SALE TO BONAIRE

We have great news to share with you for summer travel to Bonaire! Starting today, United Airlines' Newark-Bonaire Sunday flight, which commences on June 12, 2016, is on sale.

Apr. 13 | 10 Best Places for Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties

Entitled "10 Best Places for Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties," Bonaire is listed as one of the top 10 places in the world to host a bachelor/bachelorette party.

Mar. 22 | BUDDY DIVE ACADEMY INTRODUCES NEW ALL-INCLUSIVE IDC PACKAGE

Buddy Dive Academy is happy to announce the introduction of a new all-inclusive Instructor Development Course (IDC) package.

Mar. 02 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE ORGANIZES THE BONAIRE CUISINE MONTHS

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

Mar. 01 | BUDDY DIVE RESORT BONAIRE EXPANDS FLEET WITH NEW BOAT

Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire is pleased to announce the expansion of its fleet with a new boat. This weekend the boat was launched into open waters and navigated to the Buddy Dive dock.

Feb. 15 | THE TCB WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR OF TOURISM

The Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) is pleased to announce the appointment of the new Director of Tourism, Mr. Maurice Adriaens. As the Director of Tourism Mr. Adriaens will be responsible for overseeing all marketing, public relations and advertising programs for TCB's Headquarters, North America, Europe and Latin America offices.

Feb. 10 | BONAIRE BEST OVERALL DIVING

Bonaire continues its reign as one of the world's top dive destinations as the island secured 12 different awards in the Scuba Diving Magazine's Readers' Choice Awards.

Feb. 01 | Bonaire the New Tech Dive destination for divers

As result of the recent visit of NAUI Team on island, Brazilian Divemag published in its 45 edition, an amazing press release of tech dive highlighting Bonaire on its front page.

Feb. 01 | Bonaire featured in USA Today

We are pleased to share that Bonaire was featured in the January 28th edition of USAToday.com.

Jan. 20 | TCB ANNOUNCES WINNER OF BONAIRE FALL FESTIVAL

Selected from dozens of entries, Randall Deaver of Dallas, Texas is the winner of the Bonaire Values Twitter contest. His photograph of a diver jumping off Oil Slick Leap awarded Mr. Deaver the grand prize of two round-trip airline tickets on United Airlines for travel to Bonaire this year.

Jan. 14 | Bonaire featured in TravelGirl Magazine

TCB-North America is pleased to announce that Bonaire is featured in the January 2016 issue if TravelGirl Magazine. This article is a direct result of freelancer Amanda Castleman participating in our June 2014 group press trip.

Jan. 14 | 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),

Dec. 22 | Successful Christmas Shopping Night

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) in cooperation with Bonaire Arts & Crafts Association (BACA) and Downtown Business Association organized for the first time Christmas Shopping Night, which took place on Saturday December 19th , 2015.

Dec. 22 | International Bonaire Photo Contest 2015 winners

The Bonaire Photo Contest ended successfully in its II edition on December 16. Eight pictures were selected by International and local judges in Bonaire from 705 photos. Bonaire Photo Contest became worldwide this year not only for Latin America.This edition had winners from many countries around the world: Brazil, Holland, Austria, United States, Venezuela and Costa Rica. Also a special recognition was given to Photographer Jeffrey Stamer from United States. He had two of the top pictures competing for first place in the Professional category Eco (top side).

Dec. 21 | FCCA Holiday Gift Project

Friday December 19th at Jong Bonaire, Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) together with Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and Bonaire Outreach Foundation organized for the 6th year the "Christmas Holiday Gift Project".

Nov. 25 | Christmas Shopping Night 19th of December

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) in cooperation with Bonaire Arts & Crafts Association (BACA) and the Kaya Grandi stores are organizing a Christmas Shopping Night.

Nov. 24 | BONAIRE'S CRUISE TOURISM CONTINUES TO SAIL SUCCESSFULLY

Tourism Corporation Bonaire's (TCB) Cruise Tourism Manager, Gabriele Tixi, has reported a successful outcome from Bonaire's participation in the 22nd Annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association's (FCCA)

Nov. 18 | BONAIRE STANDS OUT AT DEMA SHOW 2015

On November 4-7, 2015, Tourism Corporation Bonaire was respresented by Malinda Hassell, Marketing Manager of TCB-Headquarters, TCB-North America representatives Candice Kimmel and Marie Rosa and TCB-South America representative Yasmin Perez at the 39th Annual DEMA Show. The Show was held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

Nov. 03 | A great month full of promotion for Bonaire in Latin America

As an innovative strategy, TCB-Latin America participated in the PADI 2015 DIVE FESTIVAL, which took place in partnership with the Sao Paulo Boat Show. The Festival was held October 1 - 6, 2015, at the Transamerica Expo Center in Sao Paulo gathering the luxury nautical sector of Brazil.

Oct. 30 | BONAIRE TEK 2015@ BUDDY DIVE ONCE AGAIN A HUGE SUCCESS

From October 10 till October 24 Bonaire TeK 2015 took place at Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire and it was once again a huge success. Tec divers from all over enjoyed 2 weeks full of presentations, demo's, workshops and diving with the pro's.

Oct. 29 | TUIfly expands flight program to the Dutch Antilles

This coming Friday, October 30th, the TUIfly Dreamliner will land on Sint Maarten for the very first time. TUI Netherlands looks forward to this moment as this defines the official increase in their number of flights to the Dutch Antilles.

Sep. 22 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire announces the start of the cruise season

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) together with all other companies affiliated with the cruise operations are ready for the cruise season starting September 22nd, 2015.

Sep. 18 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE (TCB) HOLDS INTERNAL MEETINGS

TCB-Headquarters invited representatives from their overseas offices in North America, Latin America and Europe to Bonaire to discuss and evaluate

Sep. 16 | PULLMANTUR CRUISES CANCELS BONAIRE PORT OF CALL

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) announces that there will be a change in the 2016 Bonaire cruise ship schedule.

Sep. 14 | New shark reserve launched on Bonaire

It was a great way to end Bonaire's first Shark Week, when State Secretary Dijksma of Economic Affairs opened a shark and marine mammal sanctuary during her recent visit to Bonaire and Saba.

Sep. 14 | Coral Spawning

For those interested in this year's predictions for the coral spawning events in September and October.

Sep. 07 | Last Taste of Bonaire for 2015 was a complete success

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) organized the last Taste of Bonaire for 2015, which took place on Sunday August 30th at the Wilhelmina Park.

Aug. 26 | Lion fish population gets a big hit during hunt in marine reserves

On Saturday afternoon, August 22nd, STINAPA Bonaire organized a two tank dive in the marine reserves where divers are normally not allowed.

Aug. 20 | A lot of attention for "De Smaak van Bonaire" in the Netherlands

Tourism has a huge impact in our lives on the island of Bonaire and it plays a keyrole for the future.

Aug. 17 | A DECADE OF "GIVING BACK" CONTINUES AS WOUNDED WARRIORS RETURN

Ten years ago when the island of Bonaire was approached about hosting a group of U.S. servicemen wounded as the result of service to their country, island officials welcomed the opportunity. Now, a decade later, Bonaire is hosting their 10th Anniversary Wounded Warrior Trip, August 15-22.

Aug. 12 | EDEN BEACH BONAIRE NEW PARTNER CORAL RESTORATION FOUNDATION BONAIRE

In addition to the coral restoration efforts currently being carried out by Buddy Dive and Harbour Village, Coral Restoration Foundation Bonaire is proud to announce Eden Beach as new partner. Together they will create and build a brand new coral nursery.

Aug. 12 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire is conducting a diver survey

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) started this week with the execution of a diver survey. The last time this took place was in 2009; therefore an update is needed in the data.

Aug. 11 | Bonaire launches its Photo Contest 2015

The Tourism Office of Bonaire in Latin America came with an excellent initiative: the Bonaire Photocontest; this campaign provides an interesting opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the Island of Bonaire through the lens of our visitors, who will show us the island from a different point of view, and also participate for a chance to win a package for 2 to stay on Bonaire. The package includes breakfast, car rental and unlimited shore diving, making our slogan real: Once a Visitor, Always a Friend!!

Aug. 10 | TCB HOSTS U.S. SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS DIVE THEMED PRESS TRIP

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and a variety of tourism stakeholders hosted a group of three top travel influencers on social media

Aug. 07 | BONAIRE FALL FESTIVAL RETURNS

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) has launched their second annual Bonaire Fall Festival: Dive-Dine-Discover program for fall travel. Visitors to Bonaire will have the opportunity to take advantage of the countless savings and added value exclusive to the fall season.

Jul. 27 | Another successful Taste of Bonaire

Tourism Corporation Bonaire organized another successful Taste of Bonaire on Saturday July 25th, 2015. A lot of tourist and local people attended the fourth edition of Taste of Bonaire.

Jul. 22 | BONAIRE RECEIVES STRONG MEDIA COVERAGE AT LATEST BE A DIVER POOL TOUR

As the title sponsor for the Diving Equipment & Marketing Association's (DEMA) largest and most recognized diver acquisition and awareness program, the Be A Diver Pool, Bonaire received extensive media presence in news coverage from the latest Be A Diver Pool Tour show. The Be A Diver Pool was on site at the 11th Annual Wounded Warriors Adaptive Watersports Festival in Breezy Point, NY, July 10 -11, introducing scuba diving to severely wounded and physically disabled troops and families.

Jul. 22 | BONAIRE TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL FLIGHTS FROM DELTA AIR LINES AND UNITED

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) is pleased to announce Delta Air Lines and United Airlines will be adding additional non-stop flights to Bonaire, ideally timed for the peak 2015/2016 winter travel season.

Jul. 17 | BONAIRE CRUISE MANAGER ATTENDS ANNUAL PAMAC CONFERENCE

Tourism Corporation Bonaire's Cruise Manager, Gabriele Tixi, has reported a successful outcome from his participation

Jul. 02 | TCB dedicated Taste of Bonaire to our talented youth

Tourism Corporation Bonaire organized the third Taste of Bonaire for this year, which took place on Sunday June 28th, 2015 at the Wilhelmina Park. The event started at 6pm and ended at 10pm.The theme was "Local Talent Edition", where our youth demonstrated their talent.

Jun. 24 | BONAIRE PARTNERS WITH TRIPADVISOR.COM FOR ADVERTISING PROGRAM

In January 2015, Tourism Corporation Bonaire's North American office launched the first Tourism Sponsorship and Co-op Advertising program with TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel website with over 200 million reviews and 70+ million members. The Bonaire Homepage on TripAdvisor has native advertising information including photos, videos, links to special promotions, hotel packages and events taking place this year on Bonaire.

Jun. 23 | Bonaire hosts press trip from Manaus Brazil

Recently a press team from Manaus, Brazil visited Bonaire; they were invited by InselAir.

Jun. 12 | Bonaire News

Bonaire has a plethora of activities for visitors to choose from, ranging from adventurous to the most sedentary types of activities. Here's a rundown of the latest dining places, special programs and newest activities that could help travelers as they plan their next trip to the Caribbean island of Bonaire.

Jun. 11 | Art Exposition at TCB

Since Monday, June 8, the exposition of art of the two sisters, Riet and Agnes, is officially open. Mozaic art, exposes some twenty pieces at the office of the Tourism Corporation Bonaire, located in the Kaya Grandi #2. Admission is free and the exposition is open for the public during opening hours of the office.

Jun. 09 | Bonaire promoted in Espacio Profundo magazine

Bonaire was featured in the Mexican magazine Espacio Profundo.

Jun. 02 | U.S. FOOD SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS GROUP PRESS TRIP

As part of the Bonaire Cuisine Month program, TCB and a variety of tourism stakeholders hosted a group of four top cuisine influencers on social media on a press visit to the island, May 26-31, 2015. Participants of the group included Stefanie Michaels of AdventureGirl, Kellee Edwards of Kellee Set Go!, Michelle Yam of Michelle Yam Photography and Tara MacIntyre of Caribbean Journal.

Jun. 01 | Taste Of Bonaire

On May 30th Tourism Corporation Bonaire organized the second successful Taste of Bonaire for this year, the public enjoyed of a night where different food was sold and great performances from the dance groups and Foyan Boyz. In connection with the Bonaire Cuisine Month TCB organized two Taste of Bonaire's during the month of May.

Jun. 01 | Sundance Air Venezuela charter flights to Bonaire.

Last Thursday May 28th, Bonaire Welcomed Sundance Air Venezuela on the island. The airline planned a One Day Fam trip to Bonaire and invited the most important dive centers in Venezuela to be a part of this trip. Sundance is programming to start charter services between Bonaire and Venezuela. Aircraft type is a Jetstream with a capacity of 19 seats.

May. 26 | BONAIRE'S 2014/2015 CRUISE SEASON SET SAIL WITH GREAT SUCCESS

Bonaire continues to grow its cruise tourism sector at an impressive rate, stemming from years of outreach with key industry executives

May. 19 | Bonaire expects rise in cruise traffic over next two years

Bonaire's port of Kralendijk expects to handle 250,000 cruise passengers in 2015 and around 400,000 in 2016.

May. 12 | At last, Bonaire 's own beer

Bonaire's beer is here: Bonaire Blond! The beer is island inspired and brewed with ingredients of Bonaire. The pale beer has fresh hints from lime and an aromatic spiciness from the Aloë Vera flower grown on the local Onima Plantation.

May. 06 | Bonaire visited World Travel Market Brazil

TCB Latin America's recent visit to the World Trade Market was very positive.

May. 04 | TCB launched the Bonaire Cuisine Month

TCB launched the Bonaire Cuisine Month which is a new concept for the island. An exciting program will be running for the entire month of May.

May. 01 | Special invitation from Holland's Ambassador

TCB Latin America was invited by the Dutch Embassy to the reception for King's Day Celebration that took place on Monday April 27th.

Apr. 17 | BONAIRE'S APPEAL TO CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS IS ON THE RISE

During the Cruise Shipping Miami trade show, the Bonaire delegation represented Bonaire with positive effects, as we rank in the top 5 Caribbean ports.

Apr. 16 | Cartagena Boat Show

The third edition of the Cartagena International Boat Show was successfully attended by Tourism Corporation Bonaire.

Mar. 19 | Bonaire Cuisine Month May 2015

In 2015, the month of May lets visitors savor the flavor of Bonaire's gastronomic treasures through the by TCB organized "Bonaire Cuisine Month".

Mar. 13 | Bonaire promoted in Mexican Divers Magazine

Mexican divers magazine Espacio Profundo highlighted Bonaire's treasures in a special dedicated to kayaking and the 2014 Photo Contest.

Mar. 13 | Bonaire promoted in Mergulho magazine with dedicated front page

Bonaire's treasures under as well as above water have been featured in Brazil's Mergulho magazine with a dedicated front page and a 10-page special.

Mar. 11 | Bonaire Launches TripAdvisor On-Island Initiative

With the purpose of promoting our island and increasing its online presence, TCB and TripAdvisor have initiated a joint promotional campaign.

Mar. 10 | BONAIRE PROMOTED AT VITRINA DE ANATO 2015

From February 25th to 27th, Bonaire was present at the ANATO trade show in Bogota with an eye catching booth to promote its destination.

Mar. 10 | MEETING AND TRAINING COLOMBIAN TRAVEL AGENTS AND DIVE CENTERS

During ANATO 2015, Bonaire seized the opportunity to meet up with Colombian travel agents and dive centers to promote our island.

Jan. 16 | Bonaire Lionfish Recipe featured on USA Today

Bonaire's native Lionfish Recipe was featured on USA Today as a "Most Memorable Meal".

Jan. 16 | Washington Slagbaai featured on USAToday.com

This week, Washington Slagbaai's beautiful beaches were featured on USAToday.com as a part of Susan Barnes' "10 Beaches to Visit in January" article.

Jan. 16 | Coral Restoration mentioned in Caribbean Journal

We are happy to announce that Bonaire's Coral Restoration Project was featured in this month's Caribbean Journal.

Jan. 15 | CORAL RESTORATION FOUNDATION BONAIRE INSTALLS NEW CORAL NURSERY

Coral restoration foundation Bonaire installs new coral nursery on the island and welcomes new dive shop partner: "Great Adventures Bonaire".

Jan. 15 | BONAIRE SCORES 7 IN SCUBA DIVING'S READERS' CHOICE AWARDS 2015

Bonaire scores a lucky seven in Scuba Diving Magazine's Readers' Choice Awards 2015. Honors include four #1 Rankings, including a #1 Shore Diving award.

Dec. 24 | AUCTION PROVIDES VALUABLE FUNDS FOR ENDANGERED SEA TURTLES

The Turtle Artwork Auction Saturday 29th November proved to be a very successful event for Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire (STCB) in more ways than one.

Dec. 23 | SKYVIEWS AWARDS BONAIRE BUSINESSES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE

Skyviews Inc., Caribbean map publishers to the Caribbean region since 1989 celebrate 25 years of service to the tourism industry and destination of Bonaire.

Dec. 22 | A successful Bonaire Photo Contest first edition

Winners Bonaire photo Contest Announced.

Dec. 09 | BONAIRE LEAVES ITS FOOTPRINT IN LAS VEGAS COMMUNITY

The members of the Bonaire Pavilion donated their furniture and other materials that they used while exhibiting at DEMA Show 2014 to four local charities.

Dec. 08 | 5th Annual FCCA Gift Project

Over 200 kids from various districts attended to receive gifts from Santa!

Nov. 14 | InselAir starts 2 weekly flights to Manaus (Brazil)

InselAir will start operating 2 weekly flights from Aruba to Manaus, in northern Brazil, as of January 14, 2015.

Nov. 14 | Bonaire for kids

Enjoy the press release generated by the Brazilian online magazine DIVEMAG in its November edition.

Nov. 03 | Vara's Vroege Vogels wins CTO's Media Award 2014

The broadcasting of the Dutch TV-show Vara Vroege Vogels about Bonaire was nominated in the category TV/Radio, and they won!

Nov. 03 | Argentina dive magazine reporting from Bonaire !

Alvaro Lopez owner and editor of the Argentina dive magazine, came last July to make press releases, that will complete ten pages in various editions.

Oct. 28 | Update on Cruise and Stay Over arrivals

The upcoming 2014-2015 cruise season will welcome around 190,000 pax, 12% more arrivals than last cruise season/ 20,000 more passengers.

Oct. 15 | Pullmantur Cruises will visit Bonaire starting September 2015

Pullmantur Cruises will call on Bonaire starting September 2015. Bonaire will receive 37 extra calls and 100,000 extra cruise passengers.

Oct. 07 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE LAUNCHES FACEBOOK "FAKECATION" CONTEST

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

Oct. 07 | Bonaire ranked in the Top 10 World Windsurfing champions

Bonaire's top windsurfers competed at the Windsurf Worldcup Sylt 2014 in Germany.

Oct. 06 | Bonaire present at the Annual World Routes Conference

The Annual World Routes Conference which took place on September 20th thru 23rd in Chicago, Illinois was a very productive event for Bonaire!

Oct. 03 | Insel Air adds Fokker 70

Congratulations to Insel Air's staff and personal on its latest airlift developments.

Sep. 29 | World Tourism Day Celebration

This year's World Tourism Day theme was Tourism and Community Development. Tourism Corporation Bonaire organized an appreciation day cocktail event at Fort Oranje for the private sector on September 27th, 2014.

Sep. 27 | World Tourism Day Celebration

On behalf of Tourism Corporation Bonaire we would like to thank everyone in the community that is involved with Bonaire's Tourism Development.

Sep. 08 | Annual TCB Marketing Meeting

Marketing meetings provided the highlights of 2014 and the Marketing Plans for 2015.

Aug. 28 | BONAIRE present at NAUI annual meeting in Brazil

The Island of Bonaire and the Bonaire Marine Park had the honor to be special guests.

Aug. 25 | Delta Friday Flight

Bonaire delegation welcomed the inaugural Delta Friday Flight.

Aug. 14 | DIVE, DINE AND DISCOVER BONAIRE

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) has launched their Bonaire Fall Festival: Dive-Dine-Discover program, and is gearing up to welcome fall visitors. The program was designed to increase business in the off-season and showcase the many benefits of visiting the island once summer-peak travelers have gone home.

Aug. 14 | Divi Flamingo Beach Resort in Bonaire To Undergo Multi-million Dollar

Divi Resorts announced that it would undertake a top-to-bottom refresh of its Bonaire property, Divi Flamingo Beach Resort. Renovations on the 129-room resort begin in September, with completion scheduled for June 2015. The upgrade covers rooms, grounds, lobby, pools, beach, restaurants and bars, back of house, exterior décor, dive facilities and retail. It is the largest hospitality capital investment on Bonaire in recent years. According to Marco Galaverna, president and chief operating officer of Divi Resorts, therenovation will make Divi the undisputed leader in guest services and amenities and the freshest, most stylish product on the island. The modernization of Divi Dive, the in-house dive operation, along with the hotel's makeover will be a boon to the resort's robust dive business; but also is expected to create a new mecca for Caribbean-bound vacationers from around the world.

Aug. 14 | WOUNDED WARRIORS RETURN TO BONAIRE FOR THE 9TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

For the ninth consecutive year, Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB), industry partners, and the entire island of Bonaire will welcome members of the U.S. military and their families to their home away from home from August 16 -24, 2014, to enjoy scuba diving for recreation and rehabilitation.

Jun. 23 | Bonaire hosts US Media group

US Press Group 2014

Jun. 04 | TCB hosts DEMA's Excutive for new business acquisition seminar

DEMA Anysite presentation

Jun. 01 | First Quarter 2014 USA passenger arrivals increase with 27.9%

First Quarter 2014

May. 21 | TCB conducts successful Pre-Marketings Meeting

Pre-Marketing Meetings 2014

Apr. 01 | Carnival Cruise Lines visits Bonaire in 2015

Carnival Cruise Lines will call on Bonaire starting in January 2015, totaling 9 calls in 2015. Carnival cruises will continue with more calls in 2016.

Mar. 31 | Bonaire featured in Espacio Profundo Mexico Media

The promotion of Bonaire has started in Mexico.

Mar. 27 | TCB features a new artist at its Art Gallery

TCB's reception area is now showcasing its second artist at its gallery exhibition.

Mar. 24 | Delta and United increased service to Bonaire

Delta and United have resulted in increased service to Bonaire from the US.

Mar. 11 | Inspirational App: Bonaire LookBook out now!

Tourism Corporation Bonaire Europe launched the new App: Bonaire LookBook.

Mar. 07 | Bonaire in the Top 10 Trip Advisor 2014

Bonaire has won the #5 spot in the Top Ten Trip Advisor 2014 Traveler Choice Awards Caribbean Islands.

Mar. 07 | BONAIRE DELEGATION REPORTS POSITIVE OUTLOOK

Routes Americas 2014

Jan. 09 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire now a selling point for Snorkel Tags

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) reintroduces the sales of snorkel tags at its office located at Kaya Grandi 2, Kralendijk.

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Apr. 03 | Article in German about Bonaire

Nov. 21 | 25th annual press conference in San Juan Puerto Rico

Nov. 21 | BONAIRE AT THE LAS VEGAS DEMA SHOW 2018

Feb. 27 | 10 REASONS TO START THE WEEKEND ON BONAIRE

Feb. 08 | Pop-Up Coral Nursery Installed at Oil Slick Leap

Nov. 21 | Bonaire Hosts International Meeting on Protection of Sharks

Nov. 20 | Bonaire Wellness

Sep. 28 | TCB presents Dilemma to their Kids Council

Jun. 20 | Bonaire Pink Beach Among World's Prettiest Pink Sand Beaches

May. 30 | Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire, first GUE dive center in the Caribbean

May. 18 | BONAIRE LAUNCHES THE 3RD ANNUAL BONAIRE FALL FESTIVAL

May. 16 | EUROPEAN ARRIVALS INCREASED WITH 22%

Apr. 13 | How to DIY a shore excursion

Mar. 21 | Top Things to Do in Bonaire If You Don't Dive

Mar. 15 | Kitemanara 2017

Mar. 09 | Bonaire is featured in Caribbean Journal

Mar. 08 | Bonaire Featured on HGTV Caribbean Life

Mar. 01 | BONAIRE IS SHOWCASED TO ELITE NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS

Feb. 23 | OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE BUDDY DIVE WATERSPORTS STORE

Feb. 09 | Pink Beach featured on vacationidea.com

Feb. 06 | INGRIDIENTS RESTAURANT RAISES MONEY FOR LOCAL CHARITY

Feb. 01 | Where have all the loras gone?

Dec. 28 | BONAIRE WELCOMED TOP NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS

Dec. 21 | OLDEST SCUBA DIVING COUPLE AT BUDDY DIVE FOR GUINNESS BOOK OF RECORDS

Dec. 20 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE ANNOUNCES BONAIRE PHOTOCONTEST WINNERS

Dec. 19 | Bonaire featured once again in About.com Travel

Dec. 19 | CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY GIFT PROJECT

Dec. 19 | A successful second edition of Christmas Shopping Night

Dec. 06 | BONAIRE RECEIVES 12 AWARDS

Dec. 01 | DELTA AND UNITED ANNOUNCE HOLIDAY FLIGHTS TO BONAIRE

Dec. 01 | Buddy Dive Resort introduces new underwater scooters in Bonaire

Nov. 18 | Echo announces Tree Planting Day

Nov. 15 | WIN A FREE TRIP TO BONAIRE BY TAKING OUR BONAIRE SCUBA DIVING QUIZ

Nov. 14 | BONAIRE'S HOTELS OFFER PACKAGES TO KEEP EVERYONE WARM THIS WINTER

Nov. 14 | BONAIRE'S HOTELS OFFER PACKAGES TO KEEP EVERYONE WARM THIS WINTER

Nov. 08 | FOURTH CORAL RESTORATION FOUNDATION BONAIRE DIVE SHOP MEMBER

Nov. 08 | Walking under the full moon at the Washington Slagbaai National Park

Nov. 02 | Bonaire Featured in Caribbean Journal

Oct. 10 | Foundation stone for EuroParcs Resort Bonaire to be laid on 21 October

Sep. 15 | STINAPA, IMARES and DCNA starting with Shark research in Bonaire this

Sep. 15 | DELTA EXTENDS BONAIRE'S HOLIDAY SEASON

Sep. 06 | Bonaire very proud to be awarded the Silver Quality Coast Award

Aug. 23 | BONAIRE SHOWCASED TO TOP NEW JERSEY TRAVEL AGENTS

Jun. 17 | HARBOUR VILLAGE BEACH CLUB ON BONAIRE ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP

Jun. 10 | Bonaire featured in About.com Travel

Jun. 08 | BELMAR OCEANFRONT APARTMENTS BONAIRE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Jun. 08 | Nonstop flights Venezuela-Bonaire promoted at AVAVIT

May. 27 | BONAIRE HOSPITALITY GROUP LAUNCHES 'BONAIRE CULINARY PASSPORT'

May. 05 | UNITED AIRLINES AIRFARE SALE TO BONAIRE

Apr. 13 | 10 Best Places for Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties

Mar. 22 | BUDDY DIVE ACADEMY INTRODUCES NEW ALL-INCLUSIVE IDC PACKAGE

Mar. 02 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE ORGANIZES THE BONAIRE CUISINE MONTHS

Mar. 01 | BUDDY DIVE RESORT BONAIRE EXPANDS FLEET WITH NEW BOAT

Feb. 15 | THE TCB WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR OF TOURISM

Feb. 10 | BONAIRE BEST OVERALL DIVING

Feb. 01 | Bonaire the New Tech Dive destination for divers

Feb. 01 | Bonaire featured in USA Today

Jan. 20 | TCB ANNOUNCES WINNER OF BONAIRE FALL FESTIVAL

Jan. 14 | Bonaire featured in TravelGirl Magazine

Jan. 14 | BONAIRE'S CRUISE TOURISM GARNERS RETURN ON ITS INVESTMENT

Dec. 22 | Successful Christmas Shopping Night

Dec. 22 | International Bonaire Photo Contest 2015 winners

Dec. 21 | FCCA Holiday Gift Project

Nov. 25 | Christmas Shopping Night 19th of December

Nov. 24 | BONAIRE'S CRUISE TOURISM CONTINUES TO SAIL SUCCESSFULLY

Nov. 18 | BONAIRE STANDS OUT AT DEMA SHOW 2015

Nov. 03 | A great month full of promotion for Bonaire in Latin America

Oct. 30 | BONAIRE TEK 2015@ BUDDY DIVE ONCE AGAIN A HUGE SUCCESS

Oct. 29 | TUIfly expands flight program to the Dutch Antilles

Sep. 22 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire announces the start of the cruise season

Sep. 18 | TOURISM CORPORATION BONAIRE (TCB) HOLDS INTERNAL MEETINGS

Sep. 16 | PULLMANTUR CRUISES CANCELS BONAIRE PORT OF CALL

Sep. 14 | New shark reserve launched on Bonaire

Sep. 14 | Coral Spawning

Sep. 07 | Last Taste of Bonaire for 2015 was a complete success

Aug. 26 | Lion fish population gets a big hit during hunt in marine reserves

Aug. 20 | A lot of attention for "De Smaak van Bonaire" in the Netherlands

Aug. 17 | A DECADE OF "GIVING BACK" CONTINUES AS WOUNDED WARRIORS RETURN