Oh what a day, finished the last two dives for our Coral Reef Restoration certification in the morning and early afternoon. The staff at Buddy Dive and Coral Reef are some of the most genuinely happy and caring people you will encounter. But the rest of the island is just as friendly and caring about … Continue reading Coral Reef Restoration certification in Bonaire through SPC
Today was day one of our Bonaire Coral Restoration Project and it started with a morning dive at Windsock Beach. I did not get to dive. Unfortunately, I have a sinus infection which lead me to snorkel. Luckily, I still got to explore the reef and all the different organisms living in it. In the afternoon, … Continue reading Bonaire Coral Restoration Project
Today was our first dive day on our Bonaire Study Abroad program, which was so exciting! We saw a variety of beautiful fish, coral and we even had the chance to see a octopus. During our dives we got to explore the waters of Bonaire. An amazing spot we were able to dive was a … Continue reading Exploring the waters on our Bonaire Study Abroad program
Everything we experienced in Bonaire was incredible, and unique, but working with the Coral Reef Restoration Foundation was by far the most rewarding adventure we were blessed with on this amazing trip. Before we were even allowed to dive near the CRF nursery we had to attend an instructional lecture about CRF, it’s mission, and … Continue reading Bonaire: Coral love
Video from our second day in Bonaire. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RgZtTzCK58
The Study Abroad program to Bonaire was incredible! I have never experienced such magnificent places. Before my trip to Bonaire, I have only ever explored the waters of the Keys. To find a good dive spot here, all you need to do is drive around and choose which yellow stone you wish to stop at. … Continue reading Bonaire Adventures!
Unfortunately this week in paradise must finally come to an end and we must get back to the reality of school and work (most of us anyway), but not after making some unforgettable memories and seeing some unforgettable things. I feel very lucky and privileged to have visited a place and seen things that most … Continue reading Final Day In Bonaire
This morning we all finished packing for the long plane ride home. This trip has been amazing and everything I had expected. This morning I woke up and was ready to jump in the water again. I was getting used to the island life. As we get ready to leave I reflect on the past … Continue reading Final Day at Buddy’s
Every morning waking up in Bonaire felt extremely refreshing and peaceful. I shared a room with my best friend of 7 years and walking out to our porch each morning to do yoga made me feel like I never wanted to leave. The buildings were all painted yellow, the color alone can trigger happiness within … Continue reading SPC students making a difference in Bonaire
Today has been quite an adventure in Bonaire. We started off the day by doing a beach clean up on the southeastern portion of the island. It was insane to see how much trash was piled up on the rocky shoreline and I believe we filled almost 20 huge duffel bags with trash. We then … Continue reading Adventures of a Study Abroad Student in Bonaire