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Visitors to Bonaire are required to pay a tourist entry tax of $75 per person, per visit.
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Our calendar shows the special events and celebrations that are held throughout the year on Bonaire.
There is no better time to try a new restaurant than during the 15-day culinary event, when you can go to different restaurants and experience a 3-course meal for an incredible price. Make sure to check who is participating on the website and ask for the Bonaire Culinair menu when you get there. The restaurants...
From September 23rd – 30th, Bonaire will be hosting the Bonaire Dive Week in partnership with PADI, the world's largest ocean exploration and diver organization. The week-long exploration event will include endless adventure for amateur and experienced scuba divers alike and allow them the opportunity to experience the untouched nature of Bonaire and discover its...
This week is dedicated to the tourism industry to get people aware of the development taking place on the island. There will be a tourism summit where island partners come together to brainstorm solutions for problems in the industry. Furthermore, there will be a competition all about tourism for the youth of the island to...
Tourism Corporation Bonaire organizes a Tourism Summit annually in the Tourism month to share the vision, actions and strategy for tourism development on Bonaire. An overview of Bonaire’s state of the industry, results and planning for the following year are discussed with the help of island partners. A special seminar with interactive breakout sessions, in...
From September 28th – October 1st, Bonaire Hotel and Tourism Association and TCB in collaboration with wine education and certification provider WTOL Academy and Stichting Vakbekwaamheid Horeca (SVH), are organizing the first Bonaire Wine Week, with the aim to showcase the richness and diversity of the wine industry while promoting Bonaire as a premier destination...
During the most significant technical diving event in the Caribbean, guests can enjoy demos and tryouts with the newest equipment, presentations from renowned names in the industry, and lots of exciting and fun tec dives. Every year, Buddy Dive welcomes guest speakers and presenters from all over the world. Bonaire TeK thrives to bring together...
This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.
Usually held in the heart of Kralendijk, this event attracts locals and tourists alike to taste a variety of dishes offered on the island, with live music and performances. This is the perfect place to experience the rich culture of Bonaire, including the culmination of all the nationalities that have a hand in creating this...
Washington Slagbaai National Park, STINAPA, is organizing ‘Festival di Kabritu’, the annual Goat Festival. There will be a variety of local dishes made with goat meat, sweets, drinks, folkloric music and dance, games and domino. A culinary contest will be held as well between participants. They will be judged on presentation and taste. Entrance to the...
A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...
The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.
The 56th edition of the Bonaire Regatta takes place from October 9-14. During this event the bay will be filled with sails from all kinds of sailing divisions, all competing for their class championship. During nighttime visit downtown, where different vendors sell food, arts & crafts, and other goodies. Also enjoy different live performances by...
Sharing is in our nature, so we would like you to experience the oldest village of Bonaire while walking around and shop, indulge in our local food and feeling the warmth of the people of Rincon. We invite you all to join us at the Marshe di Rincon starting in the morning until the afternoon....
This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.
The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.
A festival for all the neighborhoods of the island. The six main and oldest ones are symbolized on our flag by the red star with the six points. These neighborhoods are Antriol, Nikiboko, Nort’i Saliña, Playa, Rincon, and Tera Kòra. This festival was created to attract people to these different neighborhoods so they can experience...
A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...
