August, 2009:
Hi, Vince and Nina,
That was so kind and thoughtful of you to give us a call - it was most appreciated. You were the perfect hosts. We could not have been happier in your wonderful abode.
We are so happy that we chose your condo and really do look forward to our return visit. We feel privileged to have met you. It is just not the same thing--being welcomed personally by the owners as apposed to an agent.
Diane, Robert & Alex C., Montreal, Canada
August, 2009
Thanks for sharing your home away from home with us. We had a wonderful time on Bonaire & in VINIBU. It is a perfect island home.
Michael W. & Binh C., Houston, TX
August, 2009
What an incredible week! We wish we could stay a month or more.
John & Michele, Houston, TX
July, 2009
Thanks!!! We had a simply fantastic time. It was difficult to leave. Your apartment was smashing!!
John & Donna G., Melbourne Beach, FL
July, 2009
This was our first trip to Bonaire and your condo made our visit particularly delightful. In our point of view, the living room/balcony view of the Caribbean and Klein Bonaire is one of the best on the island. We've been to various islands of the Caribbean, but your home-away-from-home made this trip perhaps our best island vacation ever! Your advice and interest in our trip was very helpful. We hope to return again next year! We had a terrific visit and VINIBU is top-flight.
Keith, Ava & Kim P., West Windsor, NJ
June, 2009
Your place was wonderful! We loved the location (we had never stayed south before) and how quiet it was. And it got us to dive the south area more and find some new favorite dive sites! Diving right behind the building was nice too. In fact, on our first dive out back we saw our first Southern stingray!
Jill & Jonathan B., St. Louis, MO
May/June, 2009
Thank you for offering such a nice home for a rental. The view is incredible, the apartment is extremely clean and its easy to settle in to for a wonderful vacation. Watching the pelicans fish from the balcony and enjoying the wonderful sunsets created special memories of our trip to Bonaire. Your home is extremely comfortable. We appreciated the soft beds. What a wonderful place to stay. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
David McK., Oregon
May, 2009
For being avid snorkelers, we were in absolute Heaven! Your home was so wonderful to "come home" to and the balcony was our constant hang-out. Couldn't get enough of that gorgeous view. Dolphins swimming by, pelicans and flamingos in the air, and the troupial singing us awake every morning ... can't wait to come back.
Kris & Rich McG./Ellen & Phil W., San Diego, CA
May, 2009
Just wanted to thank you so much for arranging our stay--it was the most perfect place we've ever been! From the location and the quality of the building to the furnishings and all the thoughtful touches.
Sue M., Hecter, NY
May, 2009
Thanks, Vince & Nina, for allowing me into your beautiful home. The view from your balcony is simply breathtaking ... I will miss the view and the waves lulling me to sleep each night. I can't imagine staying at any other place. It truly felt like home. VINIBU is a great location, great building. Can't beat that view and ocean sounds. Nice breezes too!
Denise M., Sparta, NJ
April, 2009
What a delight on arrival day! A pod of dolphins skipped along directly in front of the apartment while we were sitting on the balcony. After that, a flock of flamingoes flew over. The week of diving was spectacular, apartment great, and Bonaire unforgettable. One week here is not enough.
Scott & Christine S., Racine, WI
March/April, 2009
Bonaire is the best & # 9 is fabulous. So glad we came.
Jeanne & Rob W., Philadelphia, PA
March/April, 2009
Very nice place/nice value/great view/nice little beach & pool - thanks.
Ron McC., Erie, PA
March, 2009
Thank you both for a wonderful week! I only wish we were still there!!
Shannon A., Portland, OR
March, 2009
I'm living proof you don't have to be a scuba diver to love Bonaire. Detective novels on the chaise lounge do quite nicely ... not to mention cocktails at sunset and catch of the day al fresco.
Tony M., Montclair, NJ
March, 2009
This experience has surpassed any and all expectations. You have carved out a slice of heaven for yourselves.
Margie W., Flemington, NJ
March, 2009:
Thank you so much for a wonderful vacation! I would recommend [VINIBU] to everyone. Sitting by the pool—by far a great way to spend the afternoon!
Michelle C., Norwalk, CT
February, 2009
Vinibu was such a treat! We loved the location, being a bit removed from downtown. The island is so peaceful and laid back. Vinibu adds to that ambiance! My favorite [sight] was a flock of flamingo flying close to the balcony. They were so close it seemed that I could reach out and touch them! Thanks again for sharing your island treasure!
Sandy & Jim M., Colorado
February, 2009
What a GREAT week we have had! We have been so pleased with our vacation "home." There's nothing like reading in the living room to the sound of the crashing waves (and our own music—thanks for providing the I-pod dock.) We ate in most nights (the kitchen did not lack for anything). We are already talking about a return trip.
Thanks, Vince and Nina. We had a great trip and very much enjoyed your apartment. Can't imagine that there are many more beautiful places to stay on the island.
Joel & Louisa T., Austin, TX
January, 2009
A beautiful home-away-from-home. The "Bellevue Reef" right in front of the condo is one of our favorite dive sites, a delightful underwater garden. The well-appointed kitchen enabled us to eat in most of the time. I love the walk-in showers! We need a bathroom remodel, maybe I'll get one of my own!
[T]he website is very complete and accurate as to what to expect...it reinforced our decision to rent the place. It was as comfortable and convenient as advertised.
I was surprised and pleased with Nina's call to check on us during our stay...you obviously care about your guests' comfort...and also impressed when the agent called to arrange how we would transfer the keys and check about what time we were departing. We were enjoying ourselves so much we really hadn't thought that far ahead!
The resident pelican kept us amused from the balcony with his clumsy landings. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Carolyn M. & Mike A., California
January, 2009
Dear Vince,
Yes, we had an absolutely FABULOUS time in your lovely condo! We envy you very much! And yes, we will definitely be booking a return visit, if you'll have us!
[What made the best impression on you, upon arrival?]
Cool, breezy, beautifully appointed... and that view! We felt right at home immediately.... don't think we'd change a thing! In fact, if you ever consider selling it.... :)
[Would you recommend VINIBU to your friends?]
YES! YES! YES! As a matter of fact, we raved about the condo so much to people we met, that we started handing out your business cards!
Our daughter, Chiara, especially loved our holiday and wants to return with us to Vinibu. She loved snorkeling, kayaking, having her own bathroom(!) and even adopted a donkey who will require regular visits! It was ABSOLUTE BLISS, to return from a day's activities, throw some sate chicken on the barbeque and settle down on the terrace to watch the cloudscapes, spot dolphins and laugh at the pelicans' kamikazi diving! Julian even maintains that he saw the elusive "green flash" at sunset.... but I reckon it was just the pina colada talking! Thank you for letting us enjoy your fabulous condo and borrow your island lifestyle for a little while!
Thanks again and Happy New Year!
Leonie W., Vienna, Austria
December, 2008
Hi Vince & Nina -
Your place is perfect - thanks for making everything go so smoothly. How nice to arrive after a long day of traveling and have a rum punch cocktail or two as we settled down from our journey. Then to wake up and have our favorite breakfast. All the friends we met for the race were envious of this perk [grocery shopping service]. I would recommend it to anyone. The gorgeous view, beautiful woodwork, powerful A/C and fresh, new accommodations are spectacular! We truly enjoyed our condo which is beautifully appointed. It was so nice to soak in the spectacular view while enjoying the ocean breeze in the living room!
Julie M., Washington
November, 2008
We were met at the airport and given keys and location instructions for the Condo. We rented a car on our own. Our best impression was the quality and newness of the Condo. The location is a great plus, especially the corner location with the trade winds. All-in-all a very pleasant vacation and experience. We will be back from Las Vegas for sure. Nice place for our 2nd honeymoon.
Regards,
Keat and Jan, G., Nevada
October, 2008
Hi Nina and Vince,
We had a great time at your condo. The location was perfect - the view from the balcony is beautiful. Your condo is nicely furnished and was squeaky clean when we arrived. Overall, it was very well equipped. The midweek cleaning was fine as well. Efficient, and nice to have. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you for having us as your guests - I would gladly recommend Bellevue 9 to any Bonaire travelers.
Regards,
Jackie S., New York |
