Bonaire Vacations Blog by Harbour Village http://bonairevacationsblog.com Your Source for Bonaire Vacation Information Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:24:44 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 A Sampling Of Bonaire Diving Hotspots That A Caribbean Dive Resort Can Take Visitors To http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/a-sampling-of-bonaire-diving-hotspots-that-a-caribbean-dive-resort-can-take-visitors-to/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/a-sampling-of-bonaire-diving-hotspots-that-a-caribbean-dive-resort-can-take-visitors-to/#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:24:44 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=94 While it is more popularly known as a luxury hotel, Harbour Village is also a premier Caribbean dive resort. Its dive op, Great Adventures Bonaire, can take guests to some of Bonaire’s diving hotspots. The dive op can even provide gear, such as tanks, weights and belts.

The nearest dive site, just 50 yards out from the beach, is the shipwreck of “Our Confidence”. Engulfed in just 55 feet of water, it is a great site for beginners. Even snorkelers can get a good glimpse of the wreck from the surface. Other dive sites the Caribbean dive resort can take diving enthusiasts to are Leonora Reef, Just a Nice Dive, Oil Slick Leap, Hands Off and the famous shipwreck of the Hilma Hooker. The dive sites play host to a thriving and colorful marine ecosystem.

Harbour Village provides a number of special vacation packages for those who wish to go on a diving expedition in the island’s surrounding waters.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/a-sampling-of-bonaire-diving-hotspots-that-a-caribbean-dive-resort-can-take-visitors-to/feed/ What Bonaire Hotels Have To Offer http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/what-bonaire-hotels-have-to-offer/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/what-bonaire-hotels-have-to-offer/#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:20:00 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=92 Planning a Caribbean getaway in Bonaire? Hotels can be found in the small island territory, all of which promise a comfortable place to stay and a scenic backdrop for creating memorable travel experiences. There is no question, however, as to which Caribbean resort is the best on the island. As Bonaire’s only member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Harbour Village provides visitors with world-class accommodations as well as a wide range of services that ensure a fun and enjoyable stay for everyone.

The beachfront resort boasts of eclectic, fully equipped Dutch-Caribbean style villas. Guests can enjoy fine cuisine from the nearby al fresco restaurant and unwind while getting spa treatments.

Harbour Village is also one of the Bonaire hotels that has its own dive op. Through Great Adventures Bonaire, diving enthusiasts both certified and beginners can have a chance to see the island’s famous underwater sights.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/what-bonaire-hotels-have-to-offer/feed/ A Sweet Escape in the Form of Caribbean Vacations http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/a-sweet-escape-in-the-form-of-caribbean-vacations/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/a-sweet-escape-in-the-form-of-caribbean-vacations/#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:16:08 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=90 Sun, sand, and the rhythmic sound of waves crashing on the shore. Caribbean vacations are an excellent outlet for unwinding and escaping the insanity and dullness of everyday life. When one has just about had it already with the pressures of work, family and other social responsibilities, it is only natural to want to flee from them, at least for a short period of time.

Small, secluded and located outside of the hurricane belt, the Island Territory of Bonaire provides the perfect setting for a Caribbean getaway. Less popular than other Caribbean vacation destinations, vacationers can de-stress on the secluded beach.

As the island’s only member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Harbour Village takes Caribbean vacations to a higher level. Boasting of comfortable accommodations and scenic views all around, Harbour Village presents a relaxing spa sampler vacation package for those who want to visit the tropical island for the purpose of rest and relaxation.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/08/05/a-sweet-escape-in-the-form-of-caribbean-vacations/feed/ Planning Bonaire Diving Expeditions http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/06/21/planning-bonaire-diving-expeditions/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/06/21/planning-bonaire-diving-expeditions/#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:11:14 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=87 With its entire shoreline kept pristine and alive with colorful marine life, Bonaire diving is every enthusiast’s dream getaway. Every year, hundreds of recreational divers visit the Caribbean island, attracted by the promise of gorgeous underwater spectacles and an unforgettable vacationing experience.

When planning a diving trip in Bonaire, it is advisable to book a hotel that is affiliated with a local diving operation. There are several such vacation spots in the island, but they can get pretty crowded especially during peak seasons. To ensure a relaxing stay, it would be a good idea to choose a strategically located private beach resort.

Harbour Village Beach Club provides complete Bonaire diving services just steps away from its luxury vacation villas. Through its dive op, Great Adventures Bonaire, guests can visit dive sites located off Klein Bonaire, as well as the shipwrecks of Hilma Hooker and Our Confidence.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/06/21/planning-bonaire-diving-expeditions/feed/ Harbour Village Beach Club: One Of The Best Bonaire Hotels http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/06/07/harbour-village-beach-club-one-of-the-best-bonaire-hotels/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/06/07/harbour-village-beach-club-one-of-the-best-bonaire-hotels/#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2010 21:09:35 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=84 As Bonaire’s only member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Harbour Village Beach Club provides the perfect setting for a Caribbean getaway. The Bonaire hotel boasts of Dutch-Caribbean style vacation villas that open up to the leeward Caribbean shore. Privately owned and strategically located in a secluded end of the island, guests can stretch out, relax, and bask in the luxuries of a tropical paradise.

Harbour Village Beach Club provides world-class accommodations, fully equipped with all the contemporary luxuries that make for a comfortable vacation. Guests can enjoy fine cuisine through its open-air restaurants such as La Balandra and Patagonia, de-stress through spa packages, or go on exciting diving adventures through the resort’s dive operation, Great Adventures Bonaire.

Harbour Village Beach Club truly is one of the best Bonaire hotels available. It offers the finest accommodations to families, friends and couples who need a break from the fast-paced urban life.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/06/07/harbour-village-beach-club-one-of-the-best-bonaire-hotels/feed/ What to Look for in a Caribbean Dive Resort http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/05/20/what-to-look-for-in-a-caribbean-dive-resort/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/05/20/what-to-look-for-in-a-caribbean-dive-resort/#comments Thu, 20 May 2010 21:45:05 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=82 Known for their pristine coral reefs and diverse marine life, the Caribbean islands draw hundreds of recreational divers every year. A Caribbean dive resort should be fully equipped to handle this annual upsurge of tourists.

A great dive resort would be affiliated with a trusted outfitter that can provide high quality equipment for novice divers. It would be a plus if the resort has comfortable accommodations, and is strategically located near the area’s prime diving spots.

Most importantly, a Caribbean dive resort should be able to serve as a great venue for fun and having a good time.

Located within an exclusive private area on the leeward side of Bonaire, which happens to be one of the world’s top diving destinations, Harbour Village Beach Club is a luxury beachfront resort that can provide vacationers with access to some of the island’s best dive spots. For more information about the resort and its accommodations and services, call 305-567-9509 or 1-800-424-000.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/05/20/what-to-look-for-in-a-caribbean-dive-resort/feed/ Caribbean Vacations and Diving Expeditions Go Hand in Hand http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/05/01/caribbean-vacations-and-diving-expeditions-go-hand-in-hand/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/05/01/caribbean-vacations-and-diving-expeditions-go-hand-in-hand/#comments Sat, 01 May 2010 23:57:36 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=80 Caribbean vacations are not complete without going on at least one diving expedition. Especially when the getaway is plotted in such a place as Bonaire, it would be a waste to let this kind of amazing experience pass by.

Located outside of the hurricane belt, the entire coastline of Bonaire has been declared a marine sanctuary. As such, the clear blue waters surrounding the island are home to pristine coral reefs and diverse marine life. Along with a couple of other Caribbean territories, the island is consistently ranked among the world’s top five diving destinations.

Harbour Village Beach Club is a privately owned beachfront hotel located in a secluded part of Bonaire. Its luxurious accommodations and world-class services make it a perfect spot for great Caribbean vacations. It is also strategically located for easy access to some of the island’s prime diving spots.

Learn more about Harbour Village by calling 305-567-9509 or 1-800-424-000.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/05/01/caribbean-vacations-and-diving-expeditions-go-hand-in-hand/feed/ Bonaire Hotels: It’s All in the Location http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/24/bonaire-hotels-its-all-in-the-location/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/24/bonaire-hotels-its-all-in-the-location/#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:20:13 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=78 Planning to spend the summer vacation in Bonaire? Hotels are a dime a dozen in the small Caribbean island. Its economy thrives in tourism. Located outside the hurricane belt, and surrounded by white-sand beaches and a pristine marine sanctuary, Bonaire provides the perfect setting for a tropical getaway. To thoroughly enjoy one’s stay, it is best to look into the hotel one plans to stay at.

Harbour Village is the only hotel and resort located in Bonaire that is listed among the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Its Caribbean villas boast of eclectic Dutch-Caribbean styled interiors, and are fully equipped to ensure a comfortable stay on the island. What sets Harbour Village apart from other Bonaire hotels is its strategic location. Secluded from the crowded hustle and bustle of the rest of the island, the luxury resort is just a stone’s throw away from some of Bonaire’s prime diving spots, such as the shipwreck of “Our Confidence” and a coral reef area called “Something Special”.

To learn more about Harbour Village Beach Club, call 305-567-9509 or 1-800-424-000.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/24/bonaire-hotels-its-all-in-the-location/feed/ Find The Right Caribbean Vacation Packages To Make Your Dream Island Vacation Come True http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/15/find-the-right-caribbean-vacation-packages-to-make-your-dream-island-vacation-come-true/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/15/find-the-right-caribbean-vacation-packages-to-make-your-dream-island-vacation-come-true/#comments Thu, 15 Apr 2010 09:16:11 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=76 Many people dream of going on a luxurious island vacation. How about making the dream a reality? Harbour Village Beach Club provides great deals on Caribbean vacation packages so you can experience a Bonaire adventure to the fullest.

Harbour Village gives its guests immediate access to the famous dive locations of the island of Bonaire. You can take a dive in pristine waters teeming with marine life, or immerse yourself in countless activities like sailing and kayaking. Afterwards you can head back to the resort and enjoy a breathtaking view from the comfort of your suite. Bask in the sun at a private beach that’s just outside your doorstep. Or pamper yourself with a relaxing massage and facial at the spa.

You can choose from a variety of Caribbean vacation packages designed to give you a unique island experience. So make your dream vacation a reality and get away to Bonaire.

]]> http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/15/find-the-right-caribbean-vacation-packages-to-make-your-dream-island-vacation-come-true/feed/ Plunge Into A Bonaire Diving Adventure http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/02/plunge-into-a-bonaire-diving-adventure/ http://bonairevacationsblog.com/2010/04/02/plunge-into-a-bonaire-diving-adventure/#comments Fri, 02 Apr 2010 21:03:03 +0000 Bonaire Blogger http://bonairevacationsblog.com/?p=73 Few vacations are as exciting as a trip under the sea. A Bonaire diving adventure is a great way to get up close and personal with the underwater wonders of the Caribbean.

Bonaire is home to a diverse variety of marine life with more than 300 species of tropical fish and over 120 types of coral. A warm climate with little rainfall means that divers can enjoy calm waters with clear visibility all year round. These natural features and an active environmental protection program have earned Bonaire a reputation as one of the world’s top diving destinations.

Divers can enjoy natural wonders and excellent island hospitality at Bonaire dive resorts like Harbour Village Beach Club. This luxury resort features comfortable accommodations just a few steps away from a private beach. Harbour Village offers affordable vacation packages for couples, families and friends who wish to experience an unforgettable undersea adventure.

To learn more about Bonaire diving packages, resort rates, and accommodations available from Harbour Village, call 1-800-424-0004.

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