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BONAIRE WELCOMED 16,626 STAYOVER VISITORS DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024

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BONAIRE WELCOMED 16,626 STAYOVER VISITORS DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) has shared preliminary tourism data for November 2024, revealing that Bonaire received 16,626 stayover visitors. This marks an increase of 19.5% compared to November 2023, when 13,910 visitors arrived.

Visitors from the Netherlands formed the largest group, accounting for 46.4% of total arrivals with 7,708 visitors, an increase of 9.1% compared to November 2023, when 7,062 visitors arrived. U.S. visitors were the second-largest group, making up 26.2% of arrivals with 4,361 visitors, a significant rise of 60% from 2,726 visitors in November 2023.

Visitors from Curaçao represented 12.2% of the total, with 2,034 visitors, while additional contributions came from Germany (2.4%, 402 visitors), Canada (2.4%, 391 visitors), Belgium, Aruba, Colombia, Brazil, and Switzerland.

The remarkable growth in U.S. visitors can be attributed to new flight connections, such as JetBlue’s expanded routes and additional flights offered by other carriers, which enhance accessibility for key markets.

U.S. visitors primarily came from states such as New York, Florida, Texas, New Jersey, Colorado, California, Georgia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Massachusetts.

The age distribution revealed that mature travelers aged 55-64 represented 22.7% of the visitors, and those aged 65+ comprised 20.7%. Among Dutch visitors, most came from North Holland, South Holland, and North Brabant, with the age groups 55-64 (26.7%) and 45-54 (18.5%) as the largest segments.

For more details on Bonaire’s tourism performance, visit www.bonaireisland.com or contact us via email at info@bonaireisland.com.
BONAIRE WELCOMES JETBLUE’S FIRST INAUGURAL FLIGHT
On November 5, 2024, Bonaire celebrated JetBlue’s first flight to the island with a festive airport event. Organized by TCB alongside key partners, the arrival was marked by a flag salute, traditional music, and gifts for arriving passengers. This partnership is a major step in connecting Bonaire to North American travelers.

JetBlue now offers nonstop flights from JFK to Bonaire twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. To celebrate, TCB also hosted a media trip, inviting New York-based journalists to explore the island.
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BONAIRE WELCOMES CORENDON DUTCH AIRLINES’ FIRST FLIGHT
On November 3, 2024, Bonaire celebrated Corendon Dutch Airlines’ inaugural flight with a festive airport ceremony. Organized by TCB and partners, the Airbus A350 was greeted with a flag salute, traditional music, and welcome gifts for passengers. Corendon invited 80 influencers, media, and special guests to experience the new flight route and explore Bonaire’s culture and natural beauty.

Corendon now offers twice-weekly flights from Amsterdam to Bonaire on Wednesdays and Sundays, expanding travel options for visitors and locals alike.
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BONAIRE PRESENTS ITSELF AY CORENDON OPENDAYS
From November 29 to December 1, 2024, Bonaire showcased its charm during Corendon OpenDays in the Netherlands. Represented by Marjolein Oleana from TCB, Bonaire inspired over 100 Dutch and Belgian travel agents and 700 potential travelers through presentations and promotions.

The event emphasized the need for greater visibility in Belgium, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities.

Corendon also announced plans to open a local office on Bonaire. TCB thanked Corendon for the opportunity to promote Bonaire in key European markets.
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BONAIRE SHINES AT DEMA SHOW 2024
From November 19-22, 2024, Bonaire made a strong impression at the 48th Annual DEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. TCB, represented by Crystel Pourier and Annette Emerenciana, joined 11 island partners in the Bonaire Pavilion, showcasing the island to divers, influencers, and travel enthusiasts. Daily giveaways, in collaboration with ScubaRadio, delighted attendees with exciting Bonaire prizes. The event successfully promoted Bonaire as a top dive destination. Next year’s DEMA Show will be held in Orlando, Florida, from November 11-14, 2025.
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A SUCCESSFUL EVENING DURING THE BONAIRE BY NIGHT
The fourth edition of Bonaire by Night, organized by TCB and SKAL, took place on Friday, November 1st, 2024, from 6 pm to 9 pm. The event transformed Kaya Grandi, Centrumgebied, and Terramar Mall into a lively and festive atmosphere, with the theme of Children’s Mascots. The streets were closed to traffic, allowing visitors and residents to enjoy shopping, music, and entertainment in a relaxed, pedestrian-friendly environment. Highlights included performances by DJ Kiart and Tes A Fesa, while children enjoyed the dedicated kids’ corner at Plaza Niki Tromp, featuring photo opportunities with mascots like Sky from Paw Patrol.

The evening was a resounding success, bringing together locals and tourists to celebrate the vibrant spirit of Bonaire.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN NOVEMBER

CHRISTMAS KIDS MARKET | DECEMBER 14, 2024

Join us from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Social Café for the final Kids Market of the year! Celebrate young talent with unique handmade gifts, delicious treats, and creative crafts. Enjoy entertainment from DJ Kiart, Gaitas Cañonasos, Foyan Boyz, and a Kids Corner for family fun. Don’t miss this festive evening powered by TCB & WEDOE—support our next generation of creators!

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING NIGHT | DECEMBER 20, 2024

Join us from 6 PM to 9 PM at Kaya Grandi and Centrumgebied for a festive Christmas Shopping Night, featuring live music from Gaitas Las Unicas Fabulosas, Tutti Frutti, Foyan Boys, and DJ Marv. Enjoy holiday shopping, handmade crafts, treats like ayaka and oliebollen, and photos with Santa. Fundashon Wega di Number Boneiru will distribute 200 gifts to Bonairean children, and Voedselbank will accept donations.

The celebration continues at Wilhelmina Park with Fiesta di Barí until midnight, featuring Grupo Los Originales and Grupo Tambú Ruta. Don’t miss this magical evening!
IN NOVEMBER, TCB HONORED SEVEN VISITORS AS BONAIRE AMBASSADORS
TCB honored seven visitors as Bonaire Ambassadors in November. Most of the visitors are members of the U.S.-based diving group ‘US Scuba Diving’.

Shawn Carver and Patricia Halpin have been coming to Bonaire for 12 years, Janet and Daniel Doman-Clark have been visiting for 20 years, and Roger and Joan Luksik have been visiting our island for 44 years. They come to Bonaire twice a year with Bud Uren and Heather Sellick’s diving group, the US Scuba Center.

Shawn and Patricia were honored with bronze pins, Janet and Clark with gold pins, and Roger and Joan with a placard in the platinum category, the highest award.

Peter Lapin, also from the United States, was recognized because he has visited Bonaire for 11 years and received a bronze pin.

For TCB, Helen Mercera and Rolando Marin conducted the recognition ceremonies and presented the associated certificates, pins, and placards to our ambassadors.
BECOME A BONAIRE AMBASSADOR
ADVERTISE WITH US
Bonaire is teeming with exciting opportunities thanks to businesses like you, so you deserve to be discovered. Advertising with us puts your name as one of our trusted recommendations, providing guests a better idea of what they have in store. Join us in sharing your knowledge with our visitors, helping them uncover the idyllic experience they’ve been searching for.
ADVERTISE WITH US
THE BONAIRE BOND
The Bonaire Bond is a designed destination pledge inviting visitors to sign a promise to travel responsibly and respect the island with a goal to sustain Bonaire’s natural appeal for years to come. The Bond is designed to serve as a reminder of how critical sustainable tourism is to the livelihood of its local community and to take it a step further, the island will reinvest in its conservation efforts by adopting a coral tree through the Reef Renewal Foundation on behalf of visitors that commit to this cause with their signature.

Help us spread the word about the Bonaire Bond and our island’s commitment to sustainable tourism.
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MANDATORY VISITOR ENTRY TAX

When visiting Bonaire visitors are required to pay a modest fee of $75 per visit to contribute to the preservation and development of our island.

To make the process seamless, visit Bonaire’s official website: https://tourismtax.bonairegov.com. Paying your Visitor Entry Tax before arrival will ensure a smooth and fast experience at the airport, providing you with peace of mind and allowing you to focus on the incredible adventure that awaits you.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you for being part of our community, and we look forward to welcoming you with open arms to the radiant shores of Bonaire.
DID YOU PAY YOUR NATURE FEE?
On Bonaire, Mother Nature and human nature live in harmony. We love our island so much that the island will love us back. Here we take care of our island and it returns a favor. STINAPA Bonaire is an organization that does everything in its power to preserve the beautiful piece of nature for the benefit of generations to come. To help protect our gem and to get more information on the Bonaire Marine Park visit www.stinapabonaire.org.
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