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Bonaire Tourism CEO Stepping Down 

Miles Mercera, one of the top tourism directors in the Caribbean, is stepping down, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Mercera, who has helped lead Bonaire to record-breaking tourism arrivals since taking over back in 2021, is departing as CEO of Tourism […]

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More New Nonstop Flights Between Colombia, Bonaire
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Bonaire Tourism Numbers Keep Climbing
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The Caribbean's Best Dive Resort Is in Bonaire
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Bonaire Is Getting New Flights From an Increasingly Important Travel Market
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JetBlue’s New Bonaire Flights Now Have a Start Date
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In Bonaire, Your Own Private Caribbean Reef 
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New “Streamlined” Bonaire Visitor Tax Set to Launch 
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A New Caribbean “Guide” for Coral Reef Restoration
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Statia’s “Giant Step” on Environmental Preservation 
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Southwest Airlines Just Relaunched Another Route to Aruba
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In Bonaire, a Rum Night to Remember 
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The Caribbean’s Hottest New Rum Festival Kicks Off in Bonaire 
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Taste of Bonaire Is Back 

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Bonaire’s popular local food celebration, Taste of Bonaire, is making its return.  The first Taste of Bonaire since the onset of the pandemic is set for June 11, Tourism Corporation Bonaire announced.  The first edition, dubbed “Taste Is Back,” will […]

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Bonaire’s Harbour Village Is Adding New Villas

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One of Bonaire’s top resorts is expanding.  The renowned Harbour Village luxury resort is adding new one and two-bedroom “harbour villas,” the property announced.  The villas have “breathtaking marina views,” modern decor and full kitchenettes.  The one-bedroom villas are located […]

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Bonaire Just Removed of Its All Travel Requirements 

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As of June 1, 2022, travelers to Bonaire will no longer need to complete health declaration form, Caribbean Journal has learned.  That means that the island will no longer have any special travel requirements to visit the island.  The health […]

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Divi Resorts Names New Caribbean Regional Director 

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Divi Resorts has named a new regional director of operations for the Caribbean, the company said this week.  The North Carolina-based company has tapped Mo Sallah to the role, in which he will oversee resort operations at Divi’s seven properties […]

Bonaire Set for Major Caribbean Rum Festival

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Michelin-starred chefs. Oceanfront cocktail bars. World-class rums. The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is readying to host its most anticipated event in years: Bonaire Rum Week, the weeklong celebration of premium rum and culinary culture from June 14-17. Bonaire Rum […]

"Strong" Outlook for Bonaire Tourism 

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The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is projecting a strong 2022, according to new data fro Tourism Corporation Bonaire.  The island’s top tourism organization is reporting a “strong increase” in bookings in the first six months of this year.  And […]

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The Caribbean Island of Statia Just Removed All Testing Rules 

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The Dutch Caribbean island of Statia has officially discontinued its entry travel rules, Caribbean Journal has learned.  That means the island no longer requires pre-testing for travelers, effective May 11.  Statia, which is a short ferry or plane ride from […]

Bonaire Rum Week Launches Photo Competition 

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The most exciting event in the Dutch Caribbean of 2022 has expanded again, this time with a new Photo Competition.  The Bonaire Rum Week Photo Competition, which launched May 5, seeks the best photos of Bonaire under or above the […]

Aruba’s Top Music Festival Is Back 

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Aruba’s popular Soul Beach Music Festival is back.  The annual event will make its post-pandemic return from May 25-30.  Headliners will include Mary J. Blige, New Edition and comedian Mike Epps.  In a statement, the Aruba Tourism Authority said it […]

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Why to Visit Bonaire in June 

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The island of Bonaire is set for its most exciting event in years this June with the launch of Bonaire Rum Week Presented by Caribbean Journal.  The celebration of premium rum will run across the Dutch Caribbean island from June […]

Bonaire Just Lifted All of Its Testing Requirements

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The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has lifted all of its testing requirements, Caribbean Journal has learned. That means no pre-testing is required of travelers, regardless of vaccination status. Vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers will just have to fill in a […]

Bonaire Just Updated Its Testing Protocols for Visitors

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The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has announced an update to its entry travel protocols, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new rules, which just went into effect on Jan. 16, mean fully vaccinated visitors can travel to Bonaire with either […]