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Bonaire Dive Into Summer

Bonaire Dive Into Summer features four full months (June–September) of activities for divers, adventurers and sun seekers. With a long standing history as a leader in marine conservation, Bonaire, together with the world, is celebrating the International Year of the Reef. With the recent designation by NOAA as having the "healthiest reefs in the Caribbean," Bonaire will continue doing its part in keeping the planet healthy for future generations to enjoy.

In addition to summer-long savings with fantastic hotel specials for divers, families, solo travelers and more, there are a number of exciting activities taking place that you won't want to miss including:
  • Summer Long Photo Contest, June 1–September 30: Compete for prizes with other Bonaire visitors by uploading your best photos taken in Bonaire between June 1 and September 30.

  • A Taste of Bonaire: Taking place June 22, July 25, August 1 and September 19, A Taste of Bonaire allows visitors to experience food, culture, local handicrafts and all things Bonairean at this festival located in the center of town at Wilhelmina Park from 6-9 p.m.

  • International Year of the Reef Week, June 21–28: Sand Dollar Condominiums will host this week focusing on Bonaire's role as a world leader in marine conservation. The week will feature dives and seminars with Jan and Alexandra Cousteau of EarthEcho International; REEF fish count dives and snorkels with Bonaire's own naturalist Jerry Ligon; interactive workshops with Bryan Dias from the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL); and a parade and food festival in the center of town at Wilhelmina Park. For more information about Sand Dollar Condominiums, visit www.sanddollarbonaire.com.

  • Scuba Diving Magazine Week, July 19–26: Join the staff of Scuba Diving magazine for a week of diving adventures with Executive Editor Keith Phillips; presentations and interactive dives with renowned photographer Steve Simonson; equipment demonstrations by Scuba Pro; dive trivia quizzes; and decompression happy hours.

  • Pro Kids World Freestyle Windsurfing Competition, July 27–August 3: Be a spectator or participant at this exciting annual event by attending one of ten qualifying events in advance. Event organizers are planning a week long windsurfing event that will be accompanied by island culture and fun. For more information about Pro Kids World, visit www.prokidsfreestyle.com.

  • Love Our Planet Week, September 20–27: Captain Don's Habitat is hosting this week for the second consecutive year, featuring dives and seminars with Philippe Cousteau from EarthEcho International, interactive seminars with experts from CORAL; photo workshops with Rick Sammon from ESPN Photo Safari; above and below water cleanups; and a festival in the center of town at Wilhelmina Park.  For more information about Captain Don's Habitat, visit www.habitatbonaire.com.
No matter when you visit Bonaire this summer, there will be something fun for you to take part in. From conservation activities celebrating the International Year of the Reef 2008 to eco adventures including world-class diving and snorkeling, mountain biking and landsailing, Bonaire is the perfect vacation destination for you this summer.

Bonaire Dive Into Summer 2008 is sponsored by Tourism Corporation Bonaire, Scuba Diving Magazine, Continental Airlines, The Coral Reef Alliance, EarthEcho International and STINAPA.