Capital:

Kralendijk

Population:

14,000

Size:

112 square miles

Electric Current:

120/127

Time:

06:23 am zone:-4 (GMT/UTC -4)

Official Language:

Dutch; Papiamentu is widely spoken. English and Spanish is common.

Currency:

Netherland Antilles guilder - U.S. dollars widely accepted.

Tipping and Taxes:

Tipping and taxes in Bonaire are an important aspect of the local culture and economy. Here is a summary of what visitors should know about these two practices in this Caribbean island: Tipping: - Tipping is not a mandatory practice in Bonaire, but it is greatly appreciated by service workers. - It is customary to tip between 10-15% of the total bill at restaurants, bars, and for taxi services. - Some restaurants may include a service charge in the bill, in which case there is no need to leave an additional tip. - For hotel staff, a small tip of $1-2 per day is customary for housekeeping, and $2-5 for bellhops or porters. - Dive guides and boat crew should be tipped between $5-10 per dive or excursion, depending on the level of service provided. - It is also common to leave a small tip for spa services, such as massage therapists or hairdressers. Taxes: - The general sales tax in Bonaire is 6%, which is added to most goods and services. - Visitors may be eligible for a refund of the

Dress Code:

The dress code in Bonaire is generally casual and relaxed, with light and comfortable clothing being suitable for the warm climate.

Topography:

Bonaire is a flat, low-lying island in the Dutch Caribbean, with a rugged and rocky coastline and a central plateau that is home to salt flats and cactus-covered hills.

Telephone:

Local area code is 5997. From the U.S. dial 011-5997 plus the local number.