ACCOMMODATION: Our apartments are large and each is individually owned and decorated. At Sand Dollar, every apartment faces the ocean. All rooms are situated to catch the trade winds and bedrooms are air-conditioned if you prefer. The kitchens are equipped with a full-sized refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, blender and toaster, dishes and cookware.

All condos have color cable televisions, in-room safe, a balcony or patio, and spacious bathroom(s). All windows and doors have screens, and all offer parking areas directly in front of the apartment!

SAND DOLLAR FOR KIDS & FAMILIES: Bonaire offers visiting families the unique opportunity to experience ecological and cultural diversity in a safe haven. Visitors to Bonaire can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with vacationing in a politically stable country, where your family has a chance to explore all areas of the island, mingle freely and safely with the welcoming Bonairean people, as well as people from many diverse cultures.

Sand Dollar and Bonaire Dive & Adventure offer a number of programs and activities specially designed to enable children and families to make the most of their time on Bonaire, both on property, in the ocean, and via island wide excursions. Specific programs include:

The Sand Penny ClubThe Sand Penny Club is a supervised children's program that runs Monday to Friday from 8:15 am through noon and 1:00 pm through 4:30 pm. The program is geared for children from 3 to 6 years old and features Arts & Crafts, Beach Time, Video Time, Pool Time, and Sand Sculpting.

Parent(s) should bring their child(ren) to the Front Desk at 8:15am. Please be advised to dress your child(ren) appropriately with swim suits, sneakers, hats and sun screen lotion.

MINIMUM 24 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE REQUIRED.

Reef Explorers - Children ages seven and older who are able to swim and snorkel comfortably can make advanced reservations to participate in a discovery-based program called Reef Explorers, offered by Marine Biologist and PADI Scuba Instructor Caren Eckrich.
This adventure program offers the perfect balance of classroom time and in-the-water time, and is sure to keep your kids enthused as they learn hands-on about the ocean and its inhabitants.

ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.

Visiting Teen Program Jong Bonaire, the islands after school teen center, offers visiting teenagers between the ages of 12 and 18 an opportunity to spend afternoons meeting the local kids and participating in sports or cultural activities.

Teens can visit Monday through Friday from 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. during the local school year. To make sure the center is open and there is a Jong Bonaire member who speaks your language available to act as your guide, you will need to notify the center of your plans ahead of time.

What Else is Special for Kids?

Bubblemakers: This program gives kids a chance to experience breathing underwater--with the close supervision of an instructor--in a maximum depth of six feet. Must be 8 or older.

SASY: (Supplied Air Snorkeling for Youth). Designed for kids six years and up under adult supervision, SASY provides children uninterrupted breathing while floating on the surface. The life-jacket style flotation device holds a small compressed air tank, regulator, pressure gauge, and is used without weights. SASY is a PADI-sanctioned activity.

Junior Level Scuba Diving Courses: Children 10 and older are now able to participate in dive courses ranging from Discover Scuba Diving through full certification and beyond. Certain restrictions apply.

Adventures Perfect for the Whole Family: Bonaire Dive & Adventure offers a number of activities and adventures such as biking and kayaking that appropriate for all ages!

Family-size CondominiumsFree Accommodations: 2 Children, 12 and under may be added to any accommodation type shared with adults free of charge.

Room for one and all: Our family sized condominiums were designed to be your home away from home - not just your standard vacation rental. All have air-conditioned bedrooms, breakfast bar and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, in room safe, tropically decorated living area and color cable TV. All units also have large private porches or balconies.

What's in the kitchen: All units, including the studios, have full size refrigerators, microwave, dishwasher, stove, oven, coffee maker, toaster, blender and a large assortment of cooking and serving supplies. Dish and dishwasher soap is provided.

Bathroom features: One private and spacious bathroom is provided for each bedroom. Most units have full tubs in addition to a shower, and a double sinked vanity with substantial storage space.

The benefits of screens: All units are fully screened enabling you to enjoy Bonaire's cooling breeze without concern for the occasional (but annoying) mosquito visit.

Flexible bedding arrangements: We'll tailor the bedding to fit the sleeping arrangements your family prefers. Upon request, we can convert twin beds into a king, or add a roll away to a bedroom if the existing king or queen bedding options are not to be share. Cribs can be added to any unit free of charge upon request.

Beach towels: No need to pack your own, as extra large beach towels are provided.

Family Friendly Property FeaturesBabysitters: Available for hire 24 hours a day with advanced notice.

Convenient Parking: No need to park in a common lot and trudge with your groceries and gear to your unit. At Sand Dollar, all condos offer overnight parking directly in front.

Water front Grills: If you don't feel like cooking in or going out to dinner - feel free to use one of the two grills built expressly for your convenience, right on the waterfront. Nothing beats a family seaside BBQ!
Amenities Galore: Among the extras you and your family can enjoy while at Sand Dollar are our two lighted tennis courts (proper tennis shoes and attire please), swimming pool with 24 hour access, convenience store, gift shop and Internet Cafe, bank with 24 hour ATM, and a Lovers ice cream parlor.

Dining & Kid Sized Meals: : Mango's pool side Restaurant offers a special menu just for kids, as do many of the restaurants on Bonaire. Kids sized portions, at kid sized prices.