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Frequently asked questions
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Located in the sunny Southern Caribbean approximately 30 miles from Curacao, 86 miles from Aruba and outside the hurricane belt.
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The island's total area is 288 square kilometers (111 sq mi); it is 38.6 kilometers (24.0 mi) long from North to South, and ranges from 4.8–8 kilometers (3.0–5.0 mi) wide from East to West.
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Truck or scooter rentals are the best way to get around the island. Foreign and international licenses are accepted.
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English, Dutch, Papiamentu (local language) and Spanish are widely spoken on the island.
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Atlantic Standard Time (UTC -4). Bonaire does not change time for Daylight Savings.
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Sunny year round with 12 hours of daylight and average temperature of 82ºF/28ºC.
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The potable (drinking) water is very clean and pure having been distilled from seawater.
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Power is 120 volt, 50 Hz.
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Known as Diver's Paradise and is rated the #1 Shore Diving Destination in the world.
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Ocean water temperature ranges from 84ºF/29ºC in the summer to 76ºF/24ºC in the winter.