Why Not Go?

It is believed that the name Curacao is derived from similar words from several different languages meaning either “cured” or “healing.” A trip to Curacao can indeed be a healing experience for those caught up in the overwhelmingly fast pace of everyday life. Curacao is small and secluded, allowing even the most harried… more…

Best Time to Visit

With a yearly average temperature in the mid-80s (Fahrenheit), travelers… more…

Areas within Curacao

Willemstad

Activities

A vacation on Curacao can be many things: relaxing and serene, or energetic and packed fill of activity. The island's available attractions and activities support both lifestyles. If you are thinking about sightseeing at a more leisurely pace, you will encounter multiple different places that can… more…

Diving

Shocking to many, perhaps due to the island's arid landscape, the… more…

Bikes & Mopeds

Renting a bicycle or moped while touring Curaçao… more…

Fishing

There's just something about the seas surrounding Curacao… more…

Accommodations

Curaçao is home to much diversity, and its accommodations are no exception. Here you'll find everything from beautiful resorts and bungalow hideaways to do-it-yourself camping stays. Hotels are often located nearWillemstadalong the southern coast of Curaçao. Dive resorts like Kontiki Dive and Beach Resort are also concentrated in this area, usually no more than 15 minutes from downtown. To the northwest of Willemstad,Piscadera… more…

Hotels

No matter what style of lodging you're… more…

Eco Tourism

Curaçao is full of outdoor… more…

Villa Complexes

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Snorkeling

The great thing about Curacao is that the coast is lined with natural beaches perfect for snorkeling. You'll have a hard time finding a beach that you can't just walk right into the water and begin your underwater adventure. Curacao has been… more…

Sailing & Boating

Curaçao offers useful yachting facilities for sailors who venture… more…

Fishing

There's just something about the seas surrounding Curacao… more…

Diving

Shocking to many, perhaps due to the island's arid… more…

Cruises

It is only a short walk from Curaçao's main cruise ship port to the abundant duty-free shopping centers and tourist attractions located in Willemstad,… more…

Packing

Whether you have an extended stay planned, or you are just heading to Curacao for a few days, packing your suit case is an important part of planning your… more…

Beaches

The coasts of Curaçao are embellished by 38 gorgeous white-sand beaches. These sandy shores have remained one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets, providing honeymooners and couples with the perfect place to escape for their romantic getaway. You'll find that the best beaches aren't the long stretches of expansive coastline but the smaller, more intimate shores, which are less frequented by sun-worshiping tourists. Visiting Curaçao's waterfronts is like having a beach… more…

Restaurants

It is almost certain that no traveler… more…

Natural Attractions

Many vacationers feel they get enough… more…

Attractions

The Dutch Caribbean island of Curaçao… more…

Clothing

Travelers should include several important pieces of clothing when… more…

Currency

Travelers to Curaçao can make use of cash, traveler's cheques,… more…

Crime

Travelers to the Caribbean and Curaçao should remember common… more…

Culture

Curacao is a country diverse in heritage… more…

Electricity

Travelers from both North America and… more…

Events & Festivals

Any time is a great time to visit Curacao,… more…

Transportation

Curaçao has a multitude of historic sites, restaurants, and… more…

Air Travel

Air travel is one of the most popular ways to reach the island of… more…

Ferries

Eager shoppers will be thrilled to know that they can reach the main… more…

Rental Cars

Curaçao is the largest island in… more…

Sailing & Boating

Curaçao offers useful yachting… more…

Taxis

Taxi transportation can be a good option… more…

Food

Thankfully, for hungry travelers who have spent a day adventuring in the Curaçao Underwater Marine Park, the Christoffel National Park, or on one of the island's many beaches, Curaçao offers a number of cuisine choices that reflect the diversity of the island. Whether you want to try… more…

Budgeting

An upcoming trip to the beautiful tropical island of Curaçao can… more…

Tipping

Travelers to foreign countries are often unfamiliar with… more…

History

Curaçao is one of the largest and most prosperous… more…

Attractions

The Dutch Caribbean island of Curaçao is the largest of the former Netherlands Antilles islands and is a unique and somewhat undiscovered… more…

Landmarks

Experiencing history on Curacao is as simple as strolling through downtown… more…

Beaches

The coasts of Curaçao are embellished by 38 gorgeous white-sand… more…

Natural Attractions

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