Bonaire Hosts North American Travel Pros on Familiarization Trip

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) has announced the winners of its 2026 Capture Bonaire Photo Contest, an annual competition that invites photographers to document the island's unique character and landscapes. The contest celebrates creative talent and diverse perspectives from participants who turned their lenses on Bonaire's natural beauty, culture, and community. TCB uses the competition as both a promotional tool and a way to engage residents and visitors in showcasing the island authentically. The winning images are expected to highlight Bonaire's distinctive environment, which is renowned for its coral reefs, flamingos, and Washington Slagbaai National Park. The contest reinforces Bonaire's broader tourism strategy of leveraging user-generated, authentic visual content to attract visitors. Winners are recognized for their passion and skill in capturing what makes the island stand out as a Caribbean destination.

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) recognized eight visitors as official Bonaire Ambassadors during the month of September, continuing the growth of its Ambassador Program. The initiative, run by TCB, honors guests who demonstrate a strong connection to and advocacy for the island. The program has been expanding steadily, with visitor participation proving particularly robust. Being named a Bonaire Ambassador is a recognition of loyalty and enthusiasm for the island's tourism offerings. The program serves as both a marketing tool and a community-building effort, encouraging repeat visitation and word-of-mouth promotion. The September honorees add to a growing roster of international advocates helping to raise Bonaire's profile as a travel destination. TCB's continued investment in the program reflects the island's broader strategy to cultivate long-term relationships with its visitors.

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) successfully hosted the Annual Bonaire Tourism Summit 2026 on September 24, 2025, at Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire. The event brought together tourism professionals, government representatives, and industry partners under the theme 'Everything Is Connected,' emphasizing the interdependence of stakeholders across Bonaire's tourism ecosystem. The summit served as a key platform for aligning strategies, sharing insights, and strengthening collaboration within the island's tourism sector. Bonaire's economy is heavily reliant on tourism, particularly eco-tourism and diving, making coordinated industry planning essential for sustainable growth. Gatherings of this nature help ensure that public and private sector actors are working toward shared goals for the island's visitor economy. The annual format reflects TCB's ongoing commitment to structured dialogue and long-term sector development.