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ABOUT BESPOKE JOURNEYS

Bonaire

Our Story

At Bespoke Journeys, our passion for travel and diving runs deep. If we are not traveling, we are thinking about our next adventure. We are so lucky to have been able to work in the travel industry for over 30 years, helping other travel lovers explore land and sea. It’s a bonus to combine our love for travel and diving into Bespoke Journeys. We live on Bonaire and get to organize travel services for visitors to come here and experience the world class diving we can do every day. Bonaire offers some of the best diving conditions you can find. Come and see for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.

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We also take groups of keen divers to other great diving destinations. Diving in new locations is a fantastic way to expand your diving horizons, meet new people and chill out at far-flung destinations. You can check out upcoming Dive Tours, see if they interest you and join us!

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Meet the team at Bespoke Journeys

Mandy Buttenshaw

Mandy is a full-time Travel Manager/Owner and has been in the travel business for over 30 years. Originally from Australia, Mandy has been traveling the world since the age of 17. There aren't many places she hasn't been. In Mandy's spare time you can find her at her diving with her husband Jason, hanging out with her dogs, soaking up island life in Bonaire and planning her next trip away.

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You can follow Mandy's adventures here:

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Instagram @aussie_global_traveler

Jason Buttenshaw

Jason has traveled extensively both through his career on cruise ships and years of personal travel around the globe. Prior to becoming a dive instructor, Jason was a career firefighter/paramedic for 20 years. Diving is Jason's passion, and it has taken him on many adventures to some of the best diving locations in the world.  Being based in Bonaire, Jason has access to world class diving opportunities every day.

 

You can follow Jason on his adventures here:

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on Instagram @lets_go.dive

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Koren

Koren is a Kiwi (New Zealander) now based in the USA. As a keen traveler she's always on the move checking out interesting destinations, activities, local foods and culture.  In her marketing role she makes sure you're up to date with all the great activities going on at Bespoke Journeys, upcoming specials, travel information, tips and ideas.

 

You can follow Koren on her adventures here:

Instagram @korens.kaptures

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Originally from The Netherlands, Iris has been living on Bonaire since 2016. Since then, she has worked at multiple resorts and restaurants on the island. This makes Iris the perfect person to recommend the best spots, activities, and restaurants here on Bonaire. In her free time, Iris likes to swim, relax and be creative. 

 

You can follow Iris on her adventures here:

Instagram @irisjourneys

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