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I'm not sure where you've been looking but most accomodations in Bonaire offer some sort of room/diving/truck package. There's not really an "all inclusive" package if that's what you're looking for. The closest is probably Bonaire Oceanfront Apartment which offers a one week package for $750 pp...

It's definitely a long haul to Bonaire from the Great White North. The lack of flights to Bonaire makes it that much more difficult. Last year, we bused it to Seattle from Vancouver, took a red eye to New York then onward to Aruba, where we overnight, before taking a puddle jumper to Bonaire...

I'm kinda in the same boat. Been to Cozumel (twice), Belize and had a wonderful time in Bonaire last Christmas. I was planning to go back to Bonaire again, but the urge to go someplace new is strong and tempting, so any recommendations are most welcome. edit. Roatan sounds like a possibility...

BSDME is not as fancy as LP but the information in there is invaluable. It may not be apparent now, but will be once you start diving. It possibly saved us from stranding our truck during high tide at Margate Bay.

Most resorts in Bonaire don't charge extra if you're diving nitrox, so that's one expense you don't have to worry about!! If you are getting charged, consider switching to another dive op. I agree about purchasing a copy of BSDME. I use it as my Bonaire dive log and make notes in it on entry...

Some have said not to waste your time at Oil Slick. Well, if you haven't been to Bonaire yet, do it anyways. It must have been pretty spectacular pre Omar, because I had a great dive there in December. It's the easiest entry of the non resort dives, just gear up and jump in, although be careful...

Been to Coz twice and just came back from Bonaire in Dec. We loved Bonaire so much, we'll be going back late this year. As some have mentioned, there's nothing like diving freedom, go where you want, when you want and however many times you want. There's a great feeling when you drive up into an...

We've done two trips to Cozumel with DWM in 06 and 07 and on both occasions, the pleasure of having Pablo as our DM. While I certainly understand the need for confidentiality between parties, I will attest that on both our trips, Pablo was a wonderful DM and we never worried about our safety. On...

Susie, I had the same problems find cheap flights to Bonaire from Vancouver, but the cheapest flights will almost always be via Aruba or Curacao. Orbitz has flights on your dates to Aruba for $459+taxes. Then it's another $200 pp on Tiara, DAE or Insel to Bonaire, although as you mentioned...

If you don't mind buying overseas and the warranty issues that comes along with it, then try this site. They have a special on for the Sea&Sea YS-110s for $380. They are also an authorized INON dealer and have the D2000 for $412. The trade off is if you have to send the strobe to Taiwan if you...

I dove with a 3mm in Cozumel and at the end of 4 days of diving, started to get a little cold in my arms and legs. In Kona, I dove with a 3/2 shorty and was cold after every dive. Since you plan on doing multiday diving, go with the 5/4, keep warm and forget all the extra stuff. Occams Razor...

We slipped into the aviation museum after hearing they had a flight simulator. If you call sitting in a fake, plastic cockpit looking at a wall projected video a flight sim, you'll have a great time. Otherwise, stay away. Even the kids we saw there looked bored.

This is doable as a day trip. A LONG day trip but doable. Flights from Kona to Honolulu can be had for $39 O/W. At Honolulu airport, take a taxi or the #20 bus to Pearl Harbour (20-30 minutes). Whatever time you think you need at Pearl, double it because the later you are, the later your ticket...

The manta dive is an absolute must. Even if you get skunked, there's a nice reef at Garden Eel cove with plenty to see. We spent a good 10 minutes playing with a very friendly (or hungty) squid. Saw two eels and an octopus out hunting. 3 mantas as well. Not too bad of a dive. If you're coming...

Susan, I'm in the process of planning out a trip this October to Kona with my wife on our second anniversary. We're flying into Honolulu first since I have to be there for business and using one of the many inter island airlines to fly into Kona. You can find flights from HNL to KOA for as...

The logisitics make this very difficult. Just wondering why you would want to try this? To try and negotiate a better price? If so, you're going to be hugely disappointed.

Their dive shop is right at the base of the International Pier beside the Diamond Plaza mall. It's a small, little shack opposite the duty free shop. The 3 closest hotels would be the El Cid, Park Royal and Casa del Mar. All 3 are within walking distance. Yes, don't leave anything to chance and...

You and I must have seen the same moray at Yucab. That monster was HUGE!! Am I exaggerating in saying it was at least 10 feet long, 1.5 feet high?

Yes, you do have to make reservations. They can be made from 12pm to 3pm. There's a local number you can call or you can make your reservation in person at the front of the Mexican/Italian restaurant. The lovely lady there books the reservations for all 3 restaurants. In our week there, the...

Sadly, I'm back home after after a glorious week in Cozumel. I know a lot of posters here are curious about the new Park Royal so I'll get right into it. Park Royal: First impressions are everything and after a long flight in, we were greeted by the sight of the huge palapa upon entering the...