Cadushy Liqueur
After a long day of exploring the island or diving the underwater world of Bonaire, what better way to end the perfect day then watching the sunset with a nice cold cocktail made up from the heritage of Bonaire. Cadushy of Bonaire Liqueur is a liqueur based on the combination of many traditions of Bonaire, and was introduced September 6, 2009, Bonaire Day. It is made up of all natural ingredients, including its two main ingredients Lamoenchi and Cadushy. One of Cadushy’s most popular drinks is the Awa di Lameoenchi (Water with Lime), which is one of the locals preferred choices for a thirst quencher drink.
For more information, visit www.cadushy.com, or email sales@cadushy.com.
“Children of the Wind” Documentary
Bonaire’s Windsurf Kids and windsurfing in Bonaire receiving enormous exposure with Seek Films new documentary Children of the Wind. The official preview trailer of the movie has been launched on the “Children of the Wind” website and is receiving buzz worldwide. Roger Goodell, Commissioner of the National Football League (NFL) commented, “Anyone who loves sports will be blown away by this inspiring story of determination and passion.” Seek Films headed to Bonaire this past summer to film all of the footage for the documentary. Right now, Children of the Wind made the top 15 tailers in this year’s International Movie Trailer Festival!
To view their trailer visit www.childrenofthewindmovie.com/trailer.html.
Bonaire Continues To Strive Towards 100% Sustainable Energy
The island of Bonaire is one step closer toward becoming the first Caribbean island to run on 100% sustainable energy by successfully completing their first test of Diesel Engine Plant and installing the final twelfth wind turbine. In December 2009, the first successful test of the Diesel Engine Plant, the plant that will burn diesel to augment the wind energy occurred. This plant will burn algae, an organism that doesn’t take food out the supply chain, instead of diesel when it is converted later. The 12 99 wind turbines of each .09 MW were installed, where wind and surf conditions are most idea. The wind turbines will be producing approximately 50% of the island’s energy. When all goes according to plan the island will be able to shift to 100% sustainable energy when by 2015 these generators will run on bio-fuel derived from algae.
Bonaire Dive Into Summer Program
Bonaire Dive Into Summer, is a four month program (June 1 – September 30, 2011) that features an array of activities for divers, adventurers and sun seekers. The program of Bonaire Dive Into Summer offers visitors the flexibility to enjoy their planned vacation on-island, and as an added bonus, the option to take part in special dives, eco-oriented activities and festivals, which practically guarantees fun and education experience in Bonaire. Summer 2011, Bonaire will award their third recipient with their annual Bonaire Lifetime Achievement Award, which is part of Bonaire Dive Into Summer’s signature week “Celebrate Our Planet Week.” Celebrate Our Planet Week is a week-long event that recognizes the importance of preserving our environment and particularly for Bonaire, their Marine Park. Famed Oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle was the first recipient of Bonaire Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009 and Ichthyologist Dr. Eugenie Clark was honored in 2010.
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