Sunwise Bonaire, Author at Sunwise Bonaire

Traveling from the Netherlands to Bonaire again!

Travel advice for Dutch people to Bonaire, among other places and countries, will be adjusted from orange to yellow, unless the corona virus is not yet sufficiently controlled or unless countries do not yet welcome Dutch tourists or impose quarantine upon arrival.

3 June 2020 - Reading time: < 1 minute

Our favorite ‘snack’ from Bonaire

We think that you must not miss this delicacy when you’re on Bonaire! A lot of local people eat this ‘snack’ as breakfast or lunch. At some of the popular selling points you have to be there before 11am, or they will already be sold out!

1 June 2020 - Reading time: < 1 minute

KLM’s ‘corona measures’

In the video in this post (English spoken, Dutch subtitles), the largest airline of the Netherlands, KLM, shows what measures it has taken to minimize the risk of coronavirus infection.

25 May 2020 - Reading time: < 1 minute

After COVID-19, our preparations!

The general view is that we will have to learn to live (and work!) with this new coronavirus until there is a vaccine or an effective treatment method. Sunwise Bonaire has now written a number of safety protocols.

21 May 2020 - Reading time: < 1 minute

Delta Airlines to Bonaire again after COVID-19

Delta Airlines will return to Bonaire from June!

Now that the corona virus spread globally appears to be leveling and nearly all countries are easing their pandemic measures, Delta Airlines announces plans to reopen flight schedules to the Caribbean and Bonaire again! That is – of course – if Bonaire indeed will re-open its airspace again by mid-June…

19 May 2020 - Reading time: 2 minutes

Major breakthrough against coral bleaching

Much of the coral on Bonaire is in danger of disappearing, putting the economies of diving tourism locations, such as our island, in danger.

15 May 2020 - Reading time: < 1 minute

Flight ban on Bonaire extended

Ministers Van Nieuwenhuizen (Infrastructure and Water Management) and De Jonge (Public Health, Welfare and Sport) have informed the House of Representatives of the extension of the flight bans to the BES islands…

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On the way back?

At a press conference of the tourism minister, it became clear that Aruba focuses on reopening the external economy, from 1 July 2020.

11 May 2020 - Reading time: 2 minutes

The Red Hill Hike

Bonaire is known for its beautiful underwater world, but it has more to offer than that! From pretty beaches with green palm trees to desserts with big cacti, Bonaire has is all! If you are a fan of hiking Bonaire has a lot of beautiful hikes you can discover!

8 May 2020 - Reading time: 3 minutes

New website and corporate identity

Today we introduce our new corporate identity and our new website!
With the new designs, Sunwise focuses on the future and for our future and current guests, we believe this means a more recognizable logo and a website that is more accessible, easier to navigate and more intuitive.

7 May 2020 - Reading time: 2 minutes

Vacation accommodations on Bonaire near the best dive locations

Join Team Sunwise on an unforgettable dive trip to Bonaire’s best dive sites and accommodations. From vacation villas near the sunken cargo ship Hilma Hooker to top-notch apartments near the beautiful coral formations of the Salt Pier.

18 April 2020 - Reading time: 4 minutes

Climbing the Brandaris on Bonaire

Last week our team and some family members, took the bold (rocky) step to climb a “mountain” from the top-20 highest points in the (Caribbean) Netherlands!

28 January 2020 - Reading time: 3 minutes

The ultimate guide to a Bonaire vacation: what to do

Debby and Ron share their list of things to really see on Bonaire. After their first visit to the island in 2008, their tips still remain relevant now, in 2019!

3 August 2019 - Reading time: 5 minutes

New traffic ordinance Bonaire!

As of tomorrow, August 1, 2019, the amended Road Traffic Ordinance will enter into force on Bonaire. The island is getting busier, due to increasing tourism figures and the growth of the population.
So, it’s time for an adjustment of the traffic rules, because busier roads require (slightly) stricter rules.

31 July 2019 - Reading time: 4 minutes

New Airline Schedules Bonaire 2018-2019

Considerable expansion of possibilities! Not too long ago it could be quite complicated to get to our small island in the Caribbean Sea. The major airlines only flew occasionally to Bonaire, but luckily…

29 November 2018 - Reading time: 2 minutes

Review restaurant At Sea Bonaire

Delicious! Just arrived on Bonaire and looking for a restaurant, with the time zone difference in our head. At Sea was the 1st restaurant we came across. We were actually a bit…

19 August 2018 - Reading time: < 1 minute

Review Cuba Compagnie Bonaire

A taste of Havana! For those who can not travel to Cuba here is a taste of Havana. They make a really good Mojito with Cuban rum to get you started. Great…

11 August 2018 - Reading time: < 1 minute

Review Foodies Bonaire

Excellent lunch! Foodies is relatively new to Bonaire and is located on one of the nicer spots of the island. Nice setting combined with really good food and great service. We had…

8 August 2018 - Reading time: < 1 minute

How can I successfully rent out my holiday home?

To rent or not to rent? Your (second) home on Bonaire is your own little piece of paradise in a tropical location. Here you can escape from the daily worries, or just…

2 August 2018 - Reading time: 3 minutes

Electric Tribe Festival Bonaire a big succes!

Last Saturday, July 7, finally the time had come: the long-announced, first-ever festival with electronic music on Bonaire, finally opened its gates on the Kunuku Arawak site.

9 July 2018 - Reading time: < 1 minute

The weather Bonaire, a dull weather forecast daily

Little temperature differences and temperatures below twenty degrees C, 68F, are hardly ever measured!

18 May 2018 - Reading time: 3 minutes

Discover the best Bonaire vacation attractions

Explore Bonaire’s top five attractions: breathtaking nature in Washington Slagbaai National Park, fascinating historical sites, enjoying local delicacies, relaxing on secluded beaches and exciting water sports. Experience enchanting beauty, rich history and unforgettable memories during your Bonaire vacation.

7 May 2018 - Reading time: 2 minutes

Review Capriccio Bonaire

Always the best in Bonaire! Last week our visit was great again. The plate of anti pasti was amazing. The atmosphere and the staf is nice and the wines are great and…

29 April 2018 - Reading time: < 1 minute

KLM service to Bonaire extended

Until the summer of 2018 Tourism Corporation Bonaire and Koninklijke LuchtvaartMaatschappij (KLM) announced that its winter flight is now extended till October 23rd, 2018. KLM included in its flight itinerary, a new…

2 February 2018 - Reading time: < 1 minute

Second season Sunwing Canada confirmed!

Untill the summer of 2018 Sunwing (not to be confused with Sunwise 🙂 ) has confirmed the second winter season 2018/2019 to Bonaire. Tourism Corporation Bonaire is in conversations with Sunwing in order…