Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles (Sample)

November 13-20, 2011: Many divers consider the island of Bonaire to be among the top three Caribbean dive destinations. Among its many features:

• The island offers a wide range of accommodations, including money-saving condos.

• You can dive from a boat, or from any of dozens of numbered dive sites along the island’s lee shore.

• Almost every dive site offers divers a dramatic drop-off that starts within easy swimming distance of shore and plunges to well over 100 feet.

• The opportunities for fish and macro photography are unbeatable.

Bonaire is also an exceptional value. We will be staying in the two-bedroom condos at Bonaire Villas Resort. Each condo has its own kitchen, so you can eat out or save money by dining in. (The resort has its own restaurant and there are many more in nearby Kralendijk.) Use of a four-door pickup with tank racks is also included with each condo.

Also included with the package are five, one-tank boat dives. Afterward, you can use your pickup to dive when and where you feel like. If you don’t feel like diving all the time, there are numerous watersports and other activities available, along with shopping in downtown Kralendijk.

Don’t let another diver claim your spot. Reserve now by calling us at (000) 555-5555.

Who is This Trip Ideal For?

This may be the perfect trip if you:

• Want the comfort and convenience of a land-based resort.
• May be traveling with one or more nondivers.
• Are seeking to do more than just dive on your vacation.
• Are looking for the value associated with staying in condo-style accommodations.
• Want the flexibility to dive when and where you feel.

When Does It Take Place?

Here is the schedule:

• You need to arrive at the airport in Bonaire no later that 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 13. A voucher will enable your party to pick up your truck at the airport. Easy-to-follow directions will get you to the resort.
• Most of us will be taking Continental 1168 from Miami, which leaves at 9:00 am and arrives at 2:05.
• On Sunday, November 20, you will need to be out of your room no later than 11:00 am.
• Most of us will be returning on Continental 1169 to Miami, which leaves at 11:45 am and arrives at 3:20.

How Much Does it Cost?

Pricing is as follows:

• $1,165 per diver, quad occupancy.
• $975 per nondiver, quad occupancy.

Deposit and “balance due” requirements are:

• $500 due at sign up
• Balance is due July 15, 2011.
• No refunds after the “balance due” date unless we can find someone to take your place.

What Is and Is Not Included?

The trip price includes:

• Eight days/seven nights accommodations.
• Use of tanks and weights.
• Five, one-tank boat days.
• Unlimited shore diving.

Travelers are responsible for:

• Round-trip air fare to and from Bonaire.
• All meals and beverages.
• Bonaire departure taxes.
• US $20 marine park fee.
• Nitrox fills, if desired.
• Staff gratuity.

 

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