Evelain Marchena retires after 34 years of dedicated service at Tourism Corporation Bonaire

After a remarkable 34-year career with Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB), Evelain Marchena is retiring, closing an important chapter in the organization’s history. Having turned 65 on May 22, Evelain now begins her well-deserved retirement.

Evelain holds the distinction of being the very first employee hired by TCB, beginning her journey on October 1^st, 1991. Over the decades, she became integral to TCB’s growth and evolution, wearing many hats and contributing to numerous aspects of Bonaire’s tourism development.

Throughout the years, Evelain served multiple roles, including providing information to countless visitors who stopped by the office. She also played a critical part behind the scenes by inputting ED card data into the system. Evelain was known for her warm hospitality. She often accompanied international press and influencers on island tours, showcasing Bonaire’s unique beauty and culture. Additionally, she was actively involved in the cruise tourism sector, helping to shape the visitor experience for thousands of cruise passengers over the years. Evelain can be seen as the mother figure of TCB.

Elesiër Angel, CEO of TCB, thanked Evelain for all her years of working at TCB and mentioned that Evelain is a person who is always ready to help in all areas. Furthermore, she said, “We will all miss you, but now is the time for you to enjoy your well-deserved retirement.”

The entire TCB team congratulates Evelain on reaching this significant milestone. We thank her for her years of service, dedication, and friendship. We wish her a joyful, relaxing, and well-deserved retirement filled with happiness and new adventures.