The reductions on duty free imports make the purchase of some perfume, jewelry or alcohol worthwhile. Bonaire prides itself on its unique, specialist stores. Watches, Dutch cheese, fine China and Cuban cigars are usually sold.
Shopping hours Mon-Sat 0800/0900-1200 and 1400-1800. Larger supermarkets are open Mon-Sat 0730/0800-1900, with some open Sun 1100-1400. Hours vary widely and those stated above must be treated simply as guidelines.
Currency Information:CurrencyNetherlands Antilles Guilder or Florin (ANG)
= 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of ANG250, 100, 50, 25, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of ANG5, 2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25, 0.1, 0.05 and 0.01 cents. The US Dollar is accepted everywhere although change is given in Guilders. Notes in denominations greater than US$20 will only be accepted in banks.
The Netherlands Antilles Guilder is tied to the US Dollar.
Currency ExchangeMost major currencies, including US Dollars, Pounds Sterling and Euros, are easily exchanged. ATMs are located around the island.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsAmerican Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted.
Traveller's ChequesTo avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take traveller’s cheques in US Dollars.
Banking HoursMon-Fri 0900-1200 and 1400-1600.
Exchange Rate Indicators| Date | Apr 07 |
| £1.00= | ANG3.44 |
| $1.00= | ANG1.78 |
| €1.00= | ANG2.37 |
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