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“B” is for Bountiful BonaireDutch Caribbean Dream Weddings

onaire is famous for its bounty of vibrant marine life; it has been dubbed both Fish Capitol of the

Caribbean and a Diver’s Paradise. But you need not be a scuba fanatic to enjoy its underwater wonders—snorkeling is another way to witness all the magical creatures below! Bonaire’s accommodations re�ect an eco-conservation mindset, so you won’t �nd any high-rise hotels here, but the charming �rst-rate low rise resorts with wonderful amenities are just as luxurious. And Bonaire’s friendly community of multi- lingual locals (including English as one) eagerly welcomes visitors.

Being a diver’s paradise, it was merely a matter of time before someone attempted an underwater wedding, and enchanting Buddy Dive Resort was the �rst to host such a creative a�air! (See “underwater wedding @ buddydive” on YouTube!) Captain Don’s Habitat is also a popular wedding resort, and Harbour Village Beach Club (a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World) also provides wonderful settings for memorable nuptials. Also, spectacular Plaza Resort Bonaire o�ers tropical gardens sur- rounding a beautiful beach with an amazing house reef as a perfect surfside celebration spot.

How about a windsur�ng wedding? Bonaire’s Lac Bai is one of the best places on the planet to learn to windsurf. Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations can put the winds in your wedding plans by teaching the bride and groom to sail into the ceremony … or o� into a spectacular sunset a�erward. Nautical tie-the-knot parties can also happen aboard an

ancient �ai dragon boat named Samur, which signi�es “forever” in Siamese.

For wedding photos, one-of-a-kind scenic locations include beaches with pink and even black sands, ponds full of �amingos, and a spot that looks like it’s surrounded by mountains of snow that are really huge white mounds of sea salt! �ere are also many webcams island-wide (including one underwater,) where wedding parties can wave a virtual ‘hi’ to the folks back home. (Visit: www.bonairewebcams.com.)

When it comes to absolutely unique weddings, Bonaire is always a breath of fresh air... even when you pledge your love underwater!

For more information and Bonaire’s wedding planners visit: www.tourismbonaire.com.

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