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Dive into savings with Bonaire’s DEMA show specials
Are you attending DEMA Show 2016? Visit the Bonaire Pavilion, Booth #4187, to learn more about the island’s spectacular diving and take advantage of one of the following special offers, and more:
Bellafonte Bonaire/Budget Rent a Car/VIP Diving
Save with Bellafonte Bonaire, Budget Rent a Car and VIP Diving’s Stay, Dive & Drive DEMA Special. Book a Junior, Senior, Grand Suite or Penthouse and receive a 10% discount on room rack rates excluding tax and service charges. Receive a 20% discount on a dive package at VIP Diving. Rent a comfortable truck with Budget Rent a Car for seven days and pay only 6; second driver is free. This promotion is based upon availability, and is valid for travel until December 6, 2017. For more information email info@bellafontebonaire.com.
Belmar Oceanfront Apartments
Take advantage of Belmar Oceanfront Apartments’ 8=7 Special for DEMA Show. When booking a group of eight, the 8th person receives accommodation, driving and truck for free. As an added bonus each group member receives a complimentary BBQ. Book any of their dive packages and receive every second diver dives for free, when paying a deposit before the end of DEMA Show. Rates begin at $545 per person, based on double occupancy and is valid for travel April 22 through December 22, 2017. DEMA specials are not valid in combination with any other specials and are for new bookings only. For more information visit www.belmar-bonaire.com.
Buddy Dive Resort
Save with Buddy Dive Resort’s 8=7 Special for DEMA Show. The 8th person gets their accommodation, diving and breakfast for free, plus each group person receives a 50% food credit at Blennies Restaurant. Additionally, book Buddy’s Drive & Dive boat dive package and get three extra one-tank afternoon boat dives for free, when placing a deposit before the end of DEMA Show. Rates begin at $953 per person, based on double occupancy and are valid for travel April 22 through December 22, 2017. For more information visit www.buddydive.com.
Captain Don’s Habitat
The “Home of the Diving Freedom” is offering their X-Treme Diving Freedom package – groups get one free with seven paid. The special includes seven nights’ accommodations, welcome rum punch, complimentary Wi-Fi, manager’s reception with live music, unlimited boat dives (three departures daily), one night dive to Klein Bonaire, 6 days of 24 hour unlimited shore diving, free Nitrox and all hotel taxes, service charges and fees. Rates begin at $949 per person, based on double occupancy. A deposit must be placed and booked by December 9, 2016. The package is valid for travel April 1 through December 16, 2017. For more information visit www.habitatbonaire.com.
Caribbean Club Bonaire
Book a group of eight and pay only for seven when booking Caribbean Club Bonaire’s 8=7 Special. The 8th person receives their accommodations, diving and breakfast for free. As an extra group bonus, each group person receives a 50% food credit at Caribbean Club Restaurant & Bar. Additionally, book any of their packages and receive every second diver dives for free, when placing a deposit before the end of DEMA Show. The promotion is valid for travel for April 22 – December 22, 2017. For more information visit www.caribbeanclubbonaire.com.
Delfins Beach Resort Bonaire
Take advantage of Delfins Beach Resort Bonaire’s ‘Book for Eight, Pay for Seven’ DEMA Show special. The package includes seven nights’ accommodations, daily breakfast, six days unlimited shore diving, three days of two tank boat dives, free nitrox upgrade and pick-up truck rental. Rates begin at $1,350 per person, based on double occupancy. The booking window is through January 1, 2017, with a travel window October 1 2017 through March 31, 2018. For more information email info@delfinsbeachresortbonaire.com
Den Laman Condominiums/Bonaire Dive & Adventure
Den Laman Condominiums offers a DEMA Special in conjunction with Bonaire Dive & Adventure. Book a group of eight divers, and the eighth person receives their accommodations, breakfast and shore diving for free. The special includes seven nights’ accommodations, hotel tax, full American breakfast buffet daily, four door pickup truck, and six days of unlimited air and Nitrox tanks for shore diving on and off property with Bonaire Dive & Adventure. The booking window is October 17 through December 16, 2016, and a $500 deposit is required within 14 days of reservation. For travel January 7 through April 28, 2017, rates begin at $904 per person based on four people sharing a two -bedroom ocean view condo and truck. Rate begin at $833 per person based on four people sharing a two bedroom ocean view condo and truck for travel between April 29 through December 22, 2017. Note: the full American breakfast buffet included in the package prices at $99 per person is optional. For more information visit www.denlaman.com.
Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino
Save with Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino’s 2-tank boat dive package. The DEMA Special provides: 15% commission for dive shops on all new Divi Flamingo groups of 10 or more people; $70 per person for afternoon boat dives for the week; $110 per person Nitrox for boat packages (shore diving included); buy six days of any meal plan, and get the 7th free; group leader receives free Nitrox; 11th diver free on groups of 10 or more; 10th diver free on groups of 30 or more; seven nights’ accommodations; daily breakfast; 11 boat dives, unlimited shore diving; round trip airport transfers and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rates start at $1,042 per person, based on double occupancy. The booking window is now through December 15, 2016, and is valid for travel now through December 31, 2017. For more information email parker.davis@diviresorts.com.
Eden Beach Resort
Receive 10% off, complimentary daily breakfast and reduced group comps when booking Eden Beach’s dive package at DEMA Show. The dive package includes seven nights’ accommodations, seven day rental vehicle (without insurance), six days unlimited shore diving, free Nitrox and complimentary Wi-Fi. For a limited time only: group show special 7 paid/8th is free (comps must pay taxes). Rates begin at $653 per person, based on double occupancy. For more information visit www.edenbeach.com.
Insel Air
Insel Air offers daily flights from Miami to Bonaire. Book a group of 11 or more, and get the 11th ticket free and 22 lbs. free for dive equipment (excluding taxes). The booking window is now through January 31, 2017, with a travel window from February 1 through December 15, 2017. For more information and booking email groupsales@fly-inselair.com.
Plaza Resort Bonaire
Plaza Resort Bonaire offers their Seven Nights All Inclusive Dive Experience, with rates beginning at $943 per person, based on double occupancy. The package includes seven nights’ accommodations, six days unlimited shore diving, free Nitrox upgrade, round trip airport transfer, all meals, activities, water sports and complimentary Wi-Fi. Receive 10% off bookings for travel December 20, 2016 through April 8, 2017; 15% off bookings for travel between April 9 through December 20, 2017; book a group of 11 divers, the 11th diver stays and dives for free. For more information visit www.plazaresortbonaire.com.
Sand Dollar Condominiums / Dive Friends Bonaire
Sand Dollar Condominiums offers a DEMA Special in conjunction with Dive Friends Bonaire. For every seven guests/divers paid, the 8th receives free accommodations, breakfast, shore and boat diving. As a DEMA Booking Bonus, receive a $200 deduction off final net payment for groups of eight or more. The promotion includes seven nights’ accommodation, full American breakfast buffet daily, government tourist tax and six days of unlimited air and Nitrox tanks for shore diving on and off property with PAD 5-Star IDC Center Dive Friends Bonaire. The booking window is now through December 16, 2016, and a $500 deposit is required within 14 days of reservation. For travel January 7 through April 28, 2017, rates begin at $797 per person based on six people sharing a three bedroom/three bathroom condo and a nine person van. Rates begin at $731 per person value season based on six people sharing a three bedroom/three bathroom condo and a nine person van for travel April 29 through December 22, 2017. Note: the full American breakfast buffet included in the package prices at $99 per person is optional. For more information visit www.sanddollarbonaire.com.
For more information on Bonaire visit www.tourismbonaire.com.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional diver – with the three new main regulators from DYNAMICNORD, everyone will find their favourite regulator. They all look super stylish.
Excellent performance with the TR-80
Quality and performance are the be-all and end-all for regulators. It is not for nothing that the TR stands for Tec Reg. The innovative design of the TR-80 guarantees absolute reliability – even in ice-cold waters.
Perfect breathing effort at 0.8 J/l / certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / structural design made of solid brass for best cold protection / membrane-compensated design with dry seal of the first stage / reduced exhalation effort thanks to optimized exhalation membrane and bubble deflector / adjustable Venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort / innovative design of the front cover prevents free-flow in strong currents or when diving with scooters / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 LP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Amazing underwater adventures with the IR-50
The IR-50 is the top regulator for advanced and experienced divers. Natural breathing is the essence of this regulator.
Ideal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / compensated membrane / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort/ outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
The Workhorse – our CS-30
For diving centres and diving beginners – the workhorse stands for strong construction, reliability and robustness. Perfect for your training.
Optimal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /recommended for diving in waters above 10 degrees / non-compensated piston / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) / outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 1 HP and 3 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Octopus OP-30
The OP-30 is the ideal addition to all DYNAMICNORD regulators. It is identical in construction to the CS-30.
The TR-80, IR-50, CS-30 (DIN & INT) regulators and the Octopus OP-30 are available from DYNAMICNORD dealers and in the online store.
DYNAMICNORD – Your Outdoor Companion.
Renowned anti-whaling activist Paul Watson has been released from custody in Greenland after spending five months in detention. Denmark’s Justice Ministry rejected Japan’s request for his extradition, citing insufficient guarantees that his time already served in custody would be credited against any potential sentence.
The 74-year-old Canadian-American was arrested on July 21 in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, when his ship docked to refuel. His arrest was based on a 2012 Japanese warrant related to a 2010 encounter in Antarctic waters. Japan alleged Watson obstructed operations and caused damage to a whaling research ship during efforts to disrupt illegal whaling. Watson has consistently denied these claims, maintaining his commitment to marine conservation.
Denmark, which oversees extradition matters for Greenland, concluded that while the legal conditions for extradition were met, the lack of assurances from Japan regarding time-served credit made extradition untenable.
In a video shared by his foundation, Watson expressed gratitude and relief, saying, “After five months, it’s good to be out… and good to know they’re not sending me to Japan.” He added that the most difficult part of his time in custody was being separated from his two young sons.
Watson is a pioneering figure in marine conservation, known for founding the Captain Paul Watson Foundation in 2022 after decades of activism with the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. His bold efforts to defend marine life have earned him widespread support, including from celebrities and conservationists. His work has also been featured in the acclaimed reality TV series Whale Wars.
Watson’s lawyer, Jonas Christoffersen, praised the decision, stating, “We are happy and relieved that Paul Watson is now free.” He added that Watson is eager to reunite with his family and continue his vital work.
The arrest occurred while Watson’s vessel, the M/Y John Paul DeJoria, was en route to the North Pacific with a team of 26 volunteers to intercept a Japanese whaling ship. His foundation described the arrest as politically motivated and emphasized that Watson’s actions were focused on ending illegal whaling practices.
Japan resumed commercial whaling in 2019 after leaving the International Whaling Commission, asserting that whale meat is a cultural tradition. Conservationists, however, continue to challenge these practices, highlighting their impact on marine ecosystems.
Despite the challenges, Watson remains steadfast in his mission to protect marine life and bring attention to whaling practices. His dedication to ocean conservation has made him a globally respected advocate for the environment.
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