On July 4, 2026, the United States celebrates 250 years of independence. This is a major milestone. It is a moment to honor the birth of a nation. It is also a time to reflect on the ideas that helped shape the United States and inspire people around the world. July 4 is more than […]
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Bon Trade Intl. is an N.V.O.C.C. (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) and Freight Forwarding operation that focuses on specific markets.
Caribbean Maritime Shipping History: How the Sea Shaped a Region
How the Sea Shaped the Caribbean — and the World The View from the Shore Imagine standing on a Caribbean shore at sunrise. The trade winds are warm on your face. The water shifts from deep navy to turquoise as it reaches the sand. It looks like paradise – and it is. But look closer. […]
Paradise Found: Why Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao Stole My Heart — and Will Steal Yours Too
I have been writing about the Caribbean for years, with Aruba and Curaçao always at the center of those stories. Growing up, these islands shaped who I am, and that connection never fades. There is a quiet pride that comes with calling the ABC Islands home — a genuine appreciation for living in a place that so many people dream of […]
The Heartbeat of Carnival: How Music Defines the Caribbean’s Greatest Celebration
The Soul of Caribbean Carnival Carnival without music is like the ocean without waves—technically possible, but utterly unimaginable. From the sun-drenched streets of Aruba to the explosive energy of Rio de Janeiro, Carnival music isn’t just the soundtrack to celebration; it is the celebration itself. The songs chosen to lead the Carnival parades become anthems that define entire generations, soundtracking memories of revelry, freedom, […]
Curaçao Soccer’s Historic Journey to the 2026 World Cup
Against All Odds: Curaçao Soccer’s Historic Journey to the 2026 World Cup As a proud Curaçaoan and owner of Bon Trade International, I never thought I’d see this day in my lifetime. In November 2025, our tiny island—home to just 156,000 souls—achieved what the world said was impossible. When that final whistle blew in Kingston, […]
From Foreign Concept to Island Tradition: Halloween’s Journey Through the Caribbean
When I first arrived in the United States in 1978, Halloween was completely foreign to me. Growing up in the Caribbean, October 31st was just another day—no jack-o’-lanterns, no costumes, no candy. Fast forward to today, and Halloween has become a vibrant, commercialized celebration throughout the Caribbean, with costume parties, themed events, and all the […]
Harvest Festivals of the Caribbean
Harvest Festivals of the Caribbean: From Cassava to Sugarcane Picture this: turquoise waters, warm trade winds, and colorful celebrations that tell stories of survival and community. That’s the Caribbean for you. But here’s what most people don’t realize – the real soul of these islands beats strongest when communities come together to celebrate their agricultural […]
Women’s Equality Day: How America Finally Caught Up
How America Finally Caught Up to the World August 26th marks Women’s Equality Day in the United States. This commemorates when women gained the right to vote through the 19th Amendment – but America was surprisingly late to the party. 1893: New Zeeland becomes the first country to give women the right to vote 1920: […]
Bon Trade Intl. Corp. was founded in 1984 to be a service company in support of the export trade to the Caribbean from South Florida, The Gateway to the Caribbean, and South America.
