Editor's No. 1 Resort On Bonaire: Harbor Village Beach Club

What's Editor-in-Chief Eddy Patricelli's all-time favorite resort? For Bonaire, he doesn't hesitate: "Harbour Village Beach Club has no rivals. The spacious suites instantly feel like home. There's also world-class diving, yet the resort is great for nondivers too." Need more? Eddy's exclusive gallery offers 10 reasons why this recommendation comes quick.

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9. Spacious Suites
Beach Suites include a kitchenette, living room, lanai and private patio. But my highlight was having my very own beach hammock, as well as a bathroom so big it deserves its own photo (stay tuned). | Courtesy Harbour Village Suites
8. Gated Community
A 60-slip marina, a workout gym, spa treatments, shops, lounge rooms, a restaurant — no other resort on Bonaire offers so much, nor made it so easy to unplug and enjoy my vacation. | Courtesy Harbour Village Beach Club
7. Welcoming Water Sports
Dive tours leave twice a day from Harbour Village, but the captain waved me and my snorkel gear aboard. Simply put, the 90-plus dive sites around Bonaire spark "wows!" at all depths. [Dive classes ](http://www.harbourvillage.com/diving.html ])are available for guests, and include kids' programs. | Eddy Patricelli
6. Perfect Location (on foot)
Downtown Kralendijk (the island's capital) is a 20-minute walk, or in my case, a picturesque snorkel from the resort. I finned my way up the shoreline's clear blue waters, and strolled into shops toting a mask and snorkel. On Bonaire, it's only natural.
5. Perfect Location (by car)
A short drive to the north from Harbour Village lead me to Rincon, the island's oldest town. Eric at Cadushy Distillery dolled out some cactus-infused cocktails. Nearby, the Rose Inn served what locals claim is the island's best iguana soup. Think chicken soup with ... scales. | Eddy Patricelli
4. Fun Above Water
Lac Bay is where I discovered local kids become the world's best windsurfers and star in feature films. It's also where shallow water and steady winds are ideal for learning to windsurf – especially in the mornings. Ask for Elvis at Bonaire Windsurf Place. (And read more about him here!) | Beth Winkler
3. Awesome Bathrooms
Most luxury resorts offer a bathtub or a shower. At Harbour Village, I had both, along with dual sinks and a sprawling vanity. Perfect for couples. Matching regal bathrobes included. | Eddy Patricelli
2. Pools, pools, pools
There are three pools at Harbour Village, and the sprawling 40-room resort with its 60-slip marina makes each of them feel private. This is the Kasa Coral pool, just behind the beach suites. There's also another tucked in near the spa, and I heard rumblings of a lap pool. It's very private. As in I'm still looking for it.
1. The Staff Sings
This is Andreina Marcano, the front office manager at [Harbour Village](http://www.harbourvillage.com/index.html ]). During the day she treats guests like celebrities. On Sunday nights she becomes one, singing jazz at City Cafe. No joke: She's really good. So is her band. So is the food. A must. | Eddy Patricelli

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