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Jamaican Food at Kishikishi

November 21, 2011

Kishi Kishi Lunch Cafe is an oasis out in the kunuku not far from windy Lac Bay. Dianne and Georgie have hired an amazing staff to create some lovely healthy menus. I was at Kishi Kishi twice this past summer and had lovely Jamaican fare. Before or after, stop in the lovely butterfly farm. It is a tranquil setting perfect to enjoy nature.

Butterfly Garden Bonaire / Kishi Kishi Lunchcafe
Kaminda Lac 101
p.o. Box 769
Bonaire
Dutch Caribbean
Cell: 00599 795 8989
E-mail: info@butterflygardenbonaire.com

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Sailing Romance and Bliss on Bonaire

August 17, 2011

Photo Courtesy of Compass Bonaire

Compass Sailing Bonaire is a wonderful sailing adventure in Bonaire. They specialize in snorkeling and day sailing trips and charters.

The crew consists of husband and wife team Captain & Chef Wim and Marianne. Enjoy a day of sailing with lovely refreshments and snacks and of course breathtaking views from this splendid sailing vessel. The boat is a 44’ Peterson and sails the pristine waters of Bonaire including around Klein Bonaire. Enjoy a full day or half day sail as well as a sunset cruise. Prices start at 50 USD pp including snacks and drinks.

Contact your concierge Ann Phelan at ann@bonairecaribbean.com today to book your trip on Compass Bonaire.

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Jamaican Sunday BBQ at Kishikishi

August 15, 2011

Dianne and Georgie have created a lovely Sunday experience at their Caribbean inspired restaurant, Kishikishi. Located at the Butterfly Farm on Kaminda Lac they offer a Sunday Jamaican BBQ for 12.50 USD. I enjoyed their BBQ yesterday on a sunny Bonaire afternoon.

Jerk Chicken Delight

Robert Bryan, a creative Jamaican chef spun out a delicious meal complete with Jamaican inspired recipes including the expected and quite delicious, jerk chicken. His rice and peas as as good as my mother in laws. I loved the veggies and the plantains. I washed this down with an lovely awe di lumunchi (homemade lemonade). Before gratuity my total was 16.00.

Chef Robert Bryan

I also had lunch at Kishikishi last week. The local goat cheese spring rolls were divine. My dining companion loved his sampler with fish, a veggie tart and other delicious treats. Lunch was relaxed and tranquil in this lovely breezy cafe.

lunch delight at Kishikishi

The Jamaican BBQ is every Sunday 12-5 PM. No reservations are needed but to inquire for more details call Dianne Lucassen at 795-3250

Butterfly Garden Bonaire / Kishi Kishi Lunchcafe
Kaminda Lac 101
p.o. Box 769
Bonaire
Dutch Caribbean
Cell: 00599 795 8989
E-mail: info@butterflygardenbonaire.com

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Washington Park Update

August 11, 2011

Blowing Hole

3 weeks ago I took the short route with a friend into the park ending at Slaagbai. This past weekend my visiting boyfriend and I took the long route to Playa Chikitu, Kokolishi and all around. It was simply breathtaking. The entire trip with many stops took 5 hours. I recommend the long route very much.

Check out the website for more details.

For now enjoy photos of a lovely day. If you go have a truck or jeep with high clearance and food and water.

http://www.washingtonparkbonaire.org/brochure_wsnp.html

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The Butterfly Farm in Bonaire

July 30, 2011

I recently was warmly welcomed by Dianne and Georgie, the caretakers of the butterflies at Bonaire’s Butterfly Farm. This serene sanctuary houses lovely butterflies from Costa Rica. It is a magical setting with an inviting and calming atmosphere. I felt utter peace and became very mindful in this setting.

http://www.butterflygardenbonaire.com/

There is a lovely cafe onsite called Kishikishi with healthy and delicious foods. The menu is creative and inspiring. Enjoy pumpking soups, local Bonaire goat cheese dishes and other delights.

You can find the butterfly garden at Kaminda Lac 101 in Bonaire.

Just follow the road from the church in Kralendijk to Sorobon (Kaya Nikiboko Zuid) After leaving Kralendijk you will see the sign on the left. Turn to the left in the direction of Lac Cai and you will see the signs to the garden.
The farm is open from Tuesday till Sunday. Opening hours are from 9 am till 5 pm.

Prices:
Adults $ 12,-
Children $ 8,- (4-11 years)
Children 1-2-3 for free!

We have attractive discounts in combination with our lunch in our KishiKishi lunchcafe

Cell: 00599 795 8989
E-mail: info@butterflygardenbonaire.com

KishiKishi and Butterfly Garden Bonaire are part of Awor foundation.

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Washington Park - Bonaire

July 18, 2011

Wayaka II


Washington Park is a nature sanctuary located on the northern third of the island. It is over 5000 hectares with hills, sand dunes, mangroves, salinas and lovely beaches. The snorkeling is amazing and there is hiking and mountain biking.

My windsurf buddy Tedrow and I headed up late in the day. It was a lovely drive to Slaagbai for a swim. Sundays is quite busy so I personally recommend another day. Several routes are closed presently so the one way route is now two ways. Aside from this minor inconvenience the views and vistas are breathtaking.

For the bird lover, the park is a dream. I saw amazing Trupial nests all over and lovely water fowl in the salt flats at Slaagabai.

I suggest arriving early and bringing plenty of water, food and sunscreen. It’s pretty hot this time of year in the park but it’s an amazing trip for the nature lover. My favorite snorkeling spot is Wayaka II and to swim, Slaagbai.

Enjoy

http://www.washingtonparkbonaire.org/

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Weather Info and Tidbits

July 6, 2011

Bonaire is in a chain of 3 islands outside the hurricane belt. Bonaire enjoys a healthy dose of trade winds making for perfect windsurf conditions. The past three weeks have featured stellar winds most suited for freestyle and bump and jump sailing. Of course the island offers over 80 shore dive sites for the dive enthusiast. The near perfect weather can be monitored on http://www.meteo.an/Forecast_ABC_Gen_Eng.asp

To plan your escape contact Ann Phelan, the Bonaire expert at ann@bonairecaribbean.com

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The Bonaire Insider story: Caribbean Wind and Sun Vacations Hosts Summer Kids’ Eco-Camps

July 5, 2011

The Bonaire Insider story: Caribbean Wind and Sun Vacations Hosts Summer Kids’ Eco-Camps.

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Massage Bliss -

May 15, 2011

Photo Courtesy of Ann Johnson

I have had the privilege of being cared for my Ann Johnson at the Massage Hut located at Bonaire Windsurf Place. This rustic casual seaside spa is the perfect setting for a healing to relaxing massage. Ann has great expertise and in her work. Whether you require a deep tissue massage treatment or a relaxation massage, Ann will knead away your knots and aches.

Her treatments include:

Swedish Relaxation Massage
Sports Massage
Reflexology
Deep Tissue Massage
Chair Massage

Package discounts and gift certificates available.
Book your massage today at 780-0393 or 717-2288 or email amj88@comcast.net.

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Love the Donkeys

February 27, 2011

It’s ok to take a day off from sailing or diving and head inland a bit. Head over to the Donkey Sanctuary for a few hours. The lovely animals will pull at your heart strings and leave you feeling good. Pack up at least 5 loaves of bread (Cultimara has day old bread for sale in the back) and some bags of apples or carrots and head to the Donkey Sanctuary!

They do good for the local donkeys that otherwise would be hit by cars or suffer during our sometimes drought. Kids and adults enjoy being at this habitat. Bring lots of bread..trust me, it will be most welcome.

Check out http://www.donkeysanctuary.org/ for more information. You can even adopt a donkey. Many of my clients have already!

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