You’ve arrived on Bonaire. Time to settle in. In one personal session, I help you find your way around, discover the places and people that matter, and feel at home from the start.
Permits, registration, insurance and other formalities are an important part of moving to Bonaire. There are good organisations on the island that can help you with these things.
But once you are here, a whole new set of questions begins.
Where do you find a good doctor? How do schools and clubs work? Where do you do your shopping? Where do you find the things you need? And how do you really get to know the people, places and culture of your new island?
Whether you come from the Netherlands, the United States or anywhere else.
You are moving to Bonaire or have just arrived, whether you bought a home or are renting.
You spend part of the year on Bonaire and want to feel more connected to the island.
Moving to Bonaire with children? Get familiar with schools, sports, healthcare and everyday life on the island.
Starting a new job on the island, on your own or with the support of your employer.
You don’t have to figure it all out yourself. OYA connects you to the right people, places and information to help you settle into life on Bonaire.
15 minutes by phone or video. We talk about your situation, where you are in your move, and what you would like help with.
We meet at a place that suits you. We go through everything you want to know and talk about the practical things that matter in your new life on Bonaire.
We focus on the things that will help you feel comfortable and confident in your new surroundings, from practical questions to local life, culture and finding your place on the island.
Healthcare, schools, groceries, banks, internet, WEB and all the little things that work differently here.
How the island came to be, and what 10-10-10 means for daily life today.
Values, family ties, traditions and unwritten rules, plus a little Papiamentu.
Imports, the cost of living, and what they mean for everyday life on Bonaire.
The places that make Bonaire special, the Marine Park, and how to enjoy and respect the island.
Sports, clubs, volunteering and the places where you can meet people and become part of island life.
All sessions are private and in English or Dutch.
A personal introduction, tailored to your situation.
Supporting new employees as they settle into life on Bonaire.
Every situation is different, so I tailor the price to what you need. Prices excl. 6% ABB (local sales tax).
Give your clients a warm welcome to Bonaire. Offer them a Soft Landing gift card when they receive the keys, or simply refer them to me. I help newcomers get settled, discover the island and feel at home from the start.
Partner information →My name is Kirsten Wouterse. When I came to Bonaire, I thought many things would become clear by themselves. They didn’t. Not the big things, but the small ones: how things work, why things are done the way they are, and which unwritten rules shape daily life on the island.
My connection with the Caribbean started long before Bonaire. I have family on Sint Maarten and lived on Curaçao for a while. Still, every island has its own character. I had to get to know Bonaire all over again. That taught me how valuable context is.
With OYA Bonaire, I share what I learned along the way, and I introduce newcomers to the people and places that know the island far better than I do. That way they can find their own way, with respect for the island and its people.
No. There are good organisations on the island for that. I help with everything that comes after: everyday life on Bonaire.
No. It is a personal session about your new life, based on your questions and your situation. We visit the places that matter to you.
The session takes place on Bonaire, so it works best once you have arrived, ideally in your first weeks on the island.
Yes, of course. I tailor the price to your situation. Feel free to ask for a quote.
Yes. In the free introductory call we discuss your situation and what matters most to you, and I tailor the session to that.
At a place that suits you: your home, a café or somewhere on the island. We agree on it together.
By bank transfer to my MCB account on Bonaire. No local bank account yet? You can also pay to my Dutch bank account or via PayPal.
Yes, free of charge up to 48 hours before your session.
Send me a WhatsApp or email with your gift card number and we plan your session together.
Tell me a little about your situation and I will get back to you within three working days. Prefer WhatsApp? That works too.
