Planning your Bonaire vacation

Iridescent colors found in a 24-count crayon box have come to life on Bonaire island - a 24-mile-long stretch of clear blue water, evergreen valleys, black and yellow coral, and hotels in every color of the rainbow. Plan to spend most of your time riding this wonderful rainbow of an island by windsurfing its pristine beaches, diving its unspoiled reefs, or relaxing at its luxury hotels. As you voyage through this tropical island, sail on over to splendid Pink Beach, named after the color of its sand, and shuffle your way to the silky, white salt pans stacked on Bonaire's south side. A vacation at Bonaire hotels and resorts is packed with fun and adventure for marine enthusiasts. Enjoy your stay on sunny Bonaire, where the yearly average temperature is 82 degrees.

The beaches at Bonaire are its main attraction, so beach safety is of utmost importance for vacation planners. Be sure to wear sunscreen with a high SPF, as the sun can be quite intense, even on cloudy days. Reapply after swimming, activity, or after several hours on the beach. While you want to return home with a great tan, a bad sunburn can put a damper on your vacation. Build your tan slowly during your stay. Many areas along the beaches are patrolled by lifeguards, and families with young children would be advised to frequent these.

Bonaire is a very safe place to visit, but visitors should use common sense. Don’t leave valuables in your vehicle, or on the beach unattended. Numerous banks are located throughout the islands which offer currency exchange, and ATM’s are plentiful.