Bonaire by Cruise

I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
shop and a decent house reef right there. If you want to head north and
go into town, there is a shop off the CyberCafe resturant. It was small
but I did notice that they offer dive trips and services.

-hh wrote:
> Caribbean Girl wrote:
> > What kind of transportation would be involved in this plan? Would he just
> > take a taxi to the rental shop and to the dive spots?
> >
> >
> > "Joe English" <joeenglish2@wisperhome.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Bonaire is well known for its shore diving - my advice would be to not
> > > book thru the boat - if he has his gear go to a dive shop rent a couple of
> > > tanks and dive - he can probably get in 3 - 4 dives depending how long you
> > > are in Bonaire.
>
> One hitch with this will be the Bonaire Marine Park "permit" and
> checkout dive requirement. To avoid losing a lot of time on a single
> day visit, it may be wise to do some prior arrangements.
>
> For who/where to dive with, if the cruise line is using the pier that's
> south of town, a very short walk south gets you to the Divi Flamingo
> hotel complex, where there's a diveshop.
>
> Its been a few years since I've been to Bonaire, but I'd say that this
> is probably only a 100m walk (from the Flamingo, we used to walk past
> the pier when going into town for dinner).
>
> I'd also recommend checking out: http://www.infobonaire.com/
>
> And asking for advice on the discusion groups at:
> http://www.bonairetalk.com/
>
>
>
> -hh

I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
shop and a decent house reef right there. If you want to head north and
go into town, there is a shop off the CyberCafe resturant. It was small
but I did notice that they offer dive trips and services.

-hh wrote:
> Caribbean Girl wrote:
> > What kind of transportation would be involved in this plan? Would he just
> > take a taxi to the rental shop and to the dive spots?
> >
> >
> > "Joe English" <joeenglish2@wisperhome.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Bonaire is well known for its shore diving - my advice would be to not
> > > book thru the boat - if he has his gear go to a dive shop rent a couple of
> > > tanks and dive - he can probably get in 3 - 4 dives depending how long you
> > > are in Bonaire.
>
> One hitch with this will be the Bonaire Marine Park "permit" and
> checkout dive requirement. To avoid losing a lot of time on a single
> day visit, it may be wise to do some prior arrangements.
>
> For who/where to dive with, if the cruise line is using the pier that's
> south of town, a very short walk south gets you to the Divi Flamingo
> hotel complex, where there's a diveshop.
>
> Its been a few years since I've been to Bonaire, but I'd say that this
> is probably only a 100m walk (from the Flamingo, we used to walk past
> the pier when going into town for dinner).
>
> I'd also recommend checking out: http://www.infobonaire.com/
>
> And asking for advice on the discusion groups at:
> http://www.bonairetalk.com/
>
>
>
> -hh

Jac wrote:
> I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
> increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
> Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
> shop and a decent house reef right there.

IIRC, the house reef has a couple of interesting residents, plus being
that its in the south, there is a "hard bottom" at the end of the
sloping reef at around 130fsw. As such, its also a reasonably safe
reef to dive on either with a buddy or solo (if one is so inclined).
Beyond the drop-off, there's some deepwater 'spot' reef formations over
sand.

> If you want to head north and go into town, there is a shop off
> the CyberCafe resturant. It was small but I did notice that they
> offer dive trips and services.

I vaguely recall this place ... a little one story place. I think when
I was last there, they were offering technical dives with rebreathers?


FWIW, I know that there's generally included meals on the cruise ships,
but there had been the "Blue Moon" right along the waterfront here that
serves a nice dinner. Further up into town and off the water a couple
of blocks, there was the "Swiss Chalet", which offers up a good rösti
(a regional Swiss dish, which shouldn't ever be compared to American
hash browns); you might want to consider them for lunch, as its IMO
hard to find good Swiss cuisine in the Western Hemisphere:

http://www.bonairedining.com/swisschalet/


-hh

Jac wrote:
> I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
> increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
> Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
> shop and a decent house reef right there.

IIRC, the house reef has a couple of interesting residents, plus being
that its in the south, there is a "hard bottom" at the end of the
sloping reef at around 130fsw. As such, its also a reasonably safe
reef to dive on either with a buddy or solo (if one is so inclined).
Beyond the drop-off, there's some deepwater 'spot' reef formations over
sand.

> If you want to head north and go into town, there is a shop off
> the CyberCafe resturant. It was small but I did notice that they
> offer dive trips and services.

I vaguely recall this place ... a little one story place. I think when
I was last there, they were offering technical dives with rebreathers?


FWIW, I know that there's generally included meals on the cruise ships,
but there had been the "Blue Moon" right along the waterfront here that
serves a nice dinner. Further up into town and off the water a couple
of blocks, there was the "Swiss Chalet", which offers up a good rösti
(a regional Swiss dish, which shouldn't ever be compared to American
hash browns); you might want to consider them for lunch, as its IMO
hard to find good Swiss cuisine in the Western Hemisphere:

http://www.bonairedining.com/swisschalet/


-hh

Jac wrote:
> I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
> increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
> Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
> shop and a decent house reef right there.

IIRC, the house reef has a couple of interesting residents, plus being
that its in the south, there is a "hard bottom" at the end of the
sloping reef at around 130fsw. As such, its also a reasonably safe
reef to dive on either with a buddy or solo (if one is so inclined).
Beyond the drop-off, there's some deepwater 'spot' reef formations over
sand.

> If you want to head north and go into town, there is a shop off
> the CyberCafe resturant. It was small but I did notice that they
> offer dive trips and services.

I vaguely recall this place ... a little one story place. I think when
I was last there, they were offering technical dives with rebreathers?


FWIW, I know that there's generally included meals on the cruise ships,
but there had been the "Blue Moon" right along the waterfront here that
serves a nice dinner. Further up into town and off the water a couple
of blocks, there was the "Swiss Chalet", which offers up a good rösti
(a regional Swiss dish, which shouldn't ever be compared to American
hash browns); you might want to consider them for lunch, as its IMO
hard to find good Swiss cuisine in the Western Hemisphere:

http://www.bonairedining.com/swisschalet/


-hh

Bonaire is a WONDERFUL place to go/dive. We are going back for the 4th time
in three weeks.

No need to book on the ship. The ship docks right in downtown. Both of you
can go to Harbour Village. He can dive right off their pier. The diving is
very easy shore diving. My first time I was a bit anxious because I had
only done boat diving. I'd be happy to send you a map or other brochures if
you would like.




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Jac wrote:
> I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
> increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
> Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
> shop and a decent house reef right there.

IIRC, the house reef has a couple of interesting residents, plus being
that its in the south, there is a "hard bottom" at the end of the
sloping reef at around 130fsw. As such, its also a reasonably safe
reef to dive on either with a buddy or solo (if one is so inclined).
Beyond the drop-off, there's some deepwater 'spot' reef formations over
sand.

> If you want to head north and go into town, there is a shop off
> the CyberCafe resturant. It was small but I did notice that they
> offer dive trips and services.

I vaguely recall this place ... a little one story place. I think when
I was last there, they were offering technical dives with rebreathers?


FWIW, I know that there's generally included meals on the cruise ships,
but there had been the "Blue Moon" right along the waterfront here that
serves a nice dinner. Further up into town and off the water a couple
of blocks, there was the "Swiss Chalet", which offers up a good rösti
(a regional Swiss dish, which shouldn't ever be compared to American
hash browns); you might want to consider them for lunch, as its IMO
hard to find good Swiss cuisine in the Western Hemisphere:

http://www.bonairedining.com/swisschalet/


-hh

Bonaire is a WONDERFUL place to go/dive. We are going back for the 4th time
in three weeks.

No need to book on the ship. The ship docks right in downtown. Both of you
can go to Harbour Village. He can dive right off their pier. The diving is
very easy shore diving. My first time I was a bit anxious because I had
only done boat diving. I'd be happy to send you a map or other brochures if
you would like.




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news:1148583809.435919.312950@j33g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...

Jac wrote:
> I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
> increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
> Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
> shop and a decent house reef right there.

IIRC, the house reef has a couple of interesting residents, plus being
that its in the south, there is a "hard bottom" at the end of the
sloping reef at around 130fsw. As such, its also a reasonably safe
reef to dive on either with a buddy or solo (if one is so inclined).
Beyond the drop-off, there's some deepwater 'spot' reef formations over
sand.

> If you want to head north and go into town, there is a shop off
> the CyberCafe resturant. It was small but I did notice that they
> offer dive trips and services.

I vaguely recall this place ... a little one story place. I think when
I was last there, they were offering technical dives with rebreathers?


FWIW, I know that there's generally included meals on the cruise ships,
but there had been the "Blue Moon" right along the waterfront here that
serves a nice dinner. Further up into town and off the water a couple
of blocks, there was the "Swiss Chalet", which offers up a good rösti
(a regional Swiss dish, which shouldn't ever be compared to American
hash browns); you might want to consider them for lunch, as its IMO
hard to find good Swiss cuisine in the Western Hemisphere:

http://www.bonairedining.com/swisschalet/


-hh

Bonaire is a WONDERFUL place to go/dive. We are going back for the 4th time
in three weeks.

No need to book on the ship. The ship docks right in downtown. Both of you
can go to Harbour Village. He can dive right off their pier. The diving is
very easy shore diving. My first time I was a bit anxious because I had
only done boat diving. I'd be happy to send you a map or other brochures if
you would like.




"-hh" <recscuba_google@huntzinger.com> wrote in message
news:1148583809.435919.312950@j33g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...

Jac wrote:
> I was in Bonaire this past November and the Marine Park Fee has
> increased to $25 but it's definately worth it. We stayed at Divi
> Flamingo and used there shop and I would recommend it. They have a good
> shop and a decent house reef right there.

IIRC, the house reef has a couple of interesting residents, plus being
that its in the south, there is a "hard bottom" at the end of the
sloping reef at around 130fsw. As such, its also a reasonably safe
reef to dive on either with a buddy or solo (if one is so inclined).
Beyond the drop-off, there's some deepwater 'spot' reef formations over
sand.

> If you want to head north and go into town, there is a shop off
> the CyberCafe resturant. It was small but I did notice that they
> offer dive trips and services.

I vaguely recall this place ... a little one story place. I think when
I was last there, they were offering technical dives with rebreathers?


FWIW, I know that there's generally included meals on the cruise ships,
but there had been the "Blue Moon" right along the waterfront here that
serves a nice dinner. Further up into town and off the water a couple
of blocks, there was the "Swiss Chalet", which offers up a good rösti
(a regional Swiss dish, which shouldn't ever be compared to American
hash browns); you might want to consider them for lunch, as its IMO
hard to find good Swiss cuisine in the Western Hemisphere:

http://www.bonairedining.com/swisschalet/


-hh

-hh wrote:

>
> Yes, the "blame" goes to Hurricane Bob, a Category k00k


B00b-a-loo is a stinking cruise puke - what can one expect.


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jer
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-hh wrote:

>
> Yes, the "blame" goes to Hurricane Bob, a Category k00k


B00b-a-loo is a stinking cruise puke - what can one expect.


--
jer
email reply - I am not a 'ten'