The Fritzes are timeshare owners at Lions Dive Resort, and have been returning each year for the past 13 years. Each visit they spend about two weeks diving with Bon Bini Divers.

The Beckers are timeshare owners at Lions Dive Resort, and have been returning to Bonaire each year for the past 13 years!

Since 1993, Ruth and Gil have been visiting Bonaire each year. They always stay at Buddy Dive Resort, and Gil is part of the group called The Dixieland Duo. Together with their friend, Jan Vervoort, they give musical presentations at various locations on Bonaire when they are visiting, and all proceeds are donated to various non-profit organizations on the island.

Gil andi Ruth are now rewarded for their loyalty to Bonaire as they receive special recognition for their ten consecutive years of visits.

Pat and Peter have been coming to Bonaire for 13 consecutive years. They own a timeshare at Lions Dive Resort and dive with Bon Bini Divers.

2004 brings Ann's 14th annual visit to Lions Dive and Bon Bini Divers.

2004 brings Ron and Pat's 10th annual visit to Lions Dive.

2004 brings Leo's and Nancy's 13th annual visit to Lions Dive and Bon Bini Divers.

2004 brings Ralph & Margarette 18th annual visit to Lions Dive.

2004 brings Viv and Joe's 13th annual visit to Lions Dive and Bon Bini Divers.

2004 brings Judy's 14th annual visit to Lions Dive and Bon Bini Divers.

Staying at Lions Dive

Miss Mary Mc Clelland from California, USA was honored by Tourism Corporation Bonaire with a special Recognition as a Time Share Owner at Lions Dive Resort. Since 1986 Ms. Mc Clelland has been coming to Bonaire.

When we asked her why Bonaire is so special so told us the following:

"To the house of friend, the road is never long." Although it takes, literally, 24 hours to reach Bonaire from California, the time flies by, as I embrace the opportunity to visit "Bonaire Island Friends" who have become my family.

I have been coming to Bonaire since 1986. My very first trip was with our local YMCA's Scuba Diving Club, the San Jose Flipper Dippers from San Jose, California, USA. My visit nestled in my heart and awakened a deep appreciation for the "Natural Beauty" and the "Global Family" that is housed on this "Island and Diver's Paradise."

Then my children, Scott and Margareth, turned 18 years old, they each received a passport for their birthday. Then they graduated from High School, a visit to Bonaire was their first International Adventure, to witness the Blessings of "Diversity in Harmony." The multicultural wealth has enriched all of our lives.

Bonaire is a microcosm of the World. The beauty and diversity in the sea remind us that there is so much wealth around us. To see the world with "New Eyes" enlivens the Spirit! On the island of Bonaire an overarching serenity prevails..... a peacefulness in the Mind of God.

I am well blessed to call Bonaire "my island home." Thank you to all of you who have welcomed me and shared from your hearts that which you hold as Precious.

When I am out in the world, I share my love of Bonaire, so that others may choose to experience - A Gift Beyond Measure!

Mere words cannot express the depth of my Love for Bonaire. John Muir once said, "We must have places to play in and pray in, places that nourish body and soul alike." Bonaire is a place that fills the heart, as I know it will for many generations to come.

On August 15th, 2003, the Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB), together with Mr. Serge de Groot, the Dive Shop Manager of Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino, surprised Anny, Louis & Ashley Biosca and Jeanne Cummings with a Special Recognition Award. As timeshare owners, they do not qualify for Ambassador Awards, and therefore, Mr. de Groot wished to do something special for them to recognize their continued loyalty to Bonaire.

Mr. Louis Biosca, from Maryland, USA, has been coming to Bonaire since 1986. He has always been joined by his dive buddy, Ms. Jeanne Cummings, who is from New York, USA.

Mrs. Anny Biosca, Louis' wife, came along with them every single year, too! Anny is a avid snorkeler and these days she goes snorkeling with their granddaughter Ashley, who is now 12 years old. Ashley's first trip to Bonaire was when she was 6 months old!

In the accompanying picture Serge de Groot celebreates together with the family Biosca and Ms. Jeanne Cummings.