Reflections on my 4th trip to Bonaire

• The diving is fantastic and provides a ton of flexibility.  You can dive 24 hours a day if you wish.  You can dive from the shore or from a boat.  The conditions are always favorable.  While you generally will not see large animals, the amount of macro life is abundant.  The visibility was lower in September than other times of the year although the water was a very warm 83-84 degrees F.

• The food on the island is surprisingly good.  There are plenty of choices and the prices are really reasonable if you stay away from the ocean front strip of restaurants that are the most touristy.  Even after 4 trips to the island I'm still discovering new places to eat that are really good and offer good value. 

•  The Deep Blue View continues to be a can't miss place to spend a week.  Instead of sitting back and maximizing their profits, Menno and Esther continue to invest in their business.  The new dive boat is great and a clear step up over the old boat.  The pool area is being expanded.  The deck has been recently rebuild and expanded.  They continue to be wonderful hosts and have not lost any of their enthusiasm for hospitality.  Usco and Bully, now 9 years old, continue to be as sweet and lovable as ever.