A record number of partners from Bonaire’s tourism sector proudly showcased the island this past weekend at the Beneath the Sea Show in New Jersey, the largest consumer ocean exposition, scuba, and dive travel show in the United States.
The Bonaire booth was staffed by a strong delegation of BONHATA members, including Chogogo Beach & Dive Resort, Delfins Beach Resort, Dive Friends Bonaire, Buddy Dive Resort, Divi Flamingo Beach Resort, Grand Windsock Bonaire, Scuba Elite, Van der Valk Plaza Beach & Dive Resort, and Captain Don’s Habitat.
This joint effort marked the largest Bonaire tourism delegation ever to attend the event.
The three-day show, held from March 28 to 30, provided an excellent opportunity to promote Bonaire as a premier diving destination and to highlight the new non-stop JetBlue flight from JFK (New York) to Bonaire. This direct connection plays a key role in Bonaire’s strategy to expand its presence in the U.S. market.
In addition to emphasizing Bonaire’s world-class diving, the event also served to showcase the island’s versatility, with a focus on eco-tourism, culture, and cuisine.