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Diveshops in Kralendijk:

Buddy Beach & Dive Resort

Buddy Dive Resort

Captain Don's Habitat

Dive Inn Bonaire N.V.

Divi Dive Bonaire

Great Adventure Bonaire

Great Adventures Bonaire

Green Submarine

Photo Tours Divers

Photo Tours Divers

Tropical Divers Bonaire

Wannadive Bonaire

Wannadive Bonaire

Yellow Submarine

Kralendijk

Kralendijk is the capital city of Bonaire in the Netherlands Antilles.

Kralendijk is a city located in the island of Bonaire, in the Netherlands Antilles. The main language spoken in the town is Papiamentu, but, because of the town's position on the tourist map, English is widely understood. As of 2006, the town has a population of 3,061.

Off the coast of Kralendijk lies the uninhabited island of Klein Bonaire, a diving and snorkeling paradise. It can be reached by water taxi.

Sights and activities

There is a shopping mall in Kralendijk and a main street.

Supermarkets include Cultimara (in downtown Kralendijk) or Warehouse (located on the way to the airport from town).

Near the Town Pier, Venezuelan merchants have a Roman-style covered pavillion where you can find fresh produce, especially fish, fruit and vegetables.

There are fine historical buildings around Wilhelmina Park - the Customs House and the Old Fort close to the Town Pier.

Parades in fancy dress occur at Carnival time in February or March.
Transportation

Kralendijk is served by Flamingo International Airport.

External links

A guide to over 75 restaurants in Bonaire

Bonaire Reporter - local newspaper

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Hotels in Kralendijk

	Divi Flamingo Beach Resort	Score 0 from 0 reviews
	J.E. Abraham Blvd. 40
	The Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino offers guests two open-air beachfront restaurants with a variety of dining options. The Chibi Chibi Restaurant and bar- a colorful, romantic gathering spot-is open for lunch and dinner daily, and serves both traditional continental cuisine as well as fresh local seafood. Guests dining at the Chibi Chibi are entertained by a multitude of tropical fish in the surf just below the restaurant ... more

	Plaza Resort Bonaire	Score 0 from 0 reviews
	J.A. Abraham Boulevard 80
	Stretch out. Relax. Just like the resort grounds, Plaza Resort Bonaire's rooms are spacious. ... more

More hotels in Kralendijk

Calypso Dinner Cruise to Marigot

3.5 hours

Calypso slowly cruises in the Simpson Lagoon to admire the mega yachts at various marinas, the beautiful homes in the lowlands and the new Aqua Marina development.

The calm waters and beautiful lights in the lagoon allow a different and much more relaxing view of the trip to Marigot, without the traffic and parking hassles.

Calypso delivers guests right to the tables at La Petite Auberge on Marina Royale, to enjoy delicious French cooking at this unique little Bistro.

Three courses will be served with a choice of the following for each:
Appetizers: Soup or Salad
Main Course: Chicken Breast with Mushroom Sauce, Mahi-Mahi with Cajun Butter Sauce or the Special of the Day
Dessert: Sorbet, Chocolate Cake or Ice Cream

Beers, wine and rum punch are served on board, and one drink is included at La Petite Auberge. Select from a choice of Beer, Wine or Soda.

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The Curacao Beach Express

6 hours

Hop on the famous Tropical Beach Express and go west!

See beautiful nature, hills and valleys, dramatic rock formations, old plantation homes, former slavery huts, and experience the famous Boka Tabla Cave.

Swim, Snorkel or just relax at two of the most wonderful beaches of Curacao. A cold lunch buffet is served right on the beach. After lunch you're off for a sight seeing drive through fisherman villages and hill tops to the second beach to explore for swimming, snorkeling or just sunbathing.

This tour is seasonal and operates from 1 January through to 1 October Click here for more information and Booking Details

City East Tour Shopping Special

2.5 hours

Enjoy this sightseeing tour and visit the main highlights of the Island!

Drive through the Old City of Willemstad and enjoy all the historical monuments, such as the Forts of Amsterdam and Nassau.

Make a stop at an Old Plantation House (Chobolobo) and learn how they make Blue Curacao Liqueur and why not taste it! Next you will make your way to the east country side passing the nice landscape that is what Curacao really consists of! Stop at a Caribbean handcraft market for local souvenirs and the spectacular view from Spanish Water. You will see points of interest such as the yacht club, the residential area and resort area, before making a stop at one of the crystal clear beaches of Curacao.

Shop till you drop at Punda main shopping for one hour, where you will also learn information of the development of the area from the past to the present.

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