ABOUT CURACAO

Curacao is blessed with a combination of sun, beautiful beaches and the ever-present refreshing trade winds. No matter whether its beaches, culture or sports that lure you, you will not be disappointed by Curacao. Beach lovers can choose between over thirty beaches. With its good facilities and splendid nature, above as well as below sea-level, the island is simply great for water sporting, mountain biking and hiking. On top of that, just consider Curacao’s magnificent, historic town center, its many touristic attractions, its bustling nightlife and its great choice of restaurants and you will understand why this island is definitely worth a visit!

BEACHES
With over thirty sand beaches, Curacao is an absolute beach lovers’ paradise. In less than a 10 minute drive from the Fontein resort you will find Cas Abou and Porto Marie, two exquisite beaches with excellent amenities. A good overview of Curacao’s beaches can be found on the website www.curacao-travelguide.com/.

CULINARY
In terms of gastronomy, Curacao can satisfy many different choices, varying from a fast food meal to a five star menu, prepared by experienced chiefs who have often earned their credits in Europe, the States and elsewhere. The local cuisine, wit its mix of Caribbean and Dutch influences, is definitely worth a try. The website www.curacao-travelguide.com offers an excellent overview of local restaurants.

NIGHTLIFE
Party lovers will certainly enjoy the night life activities during the romantic Caribbean evenings, centered along the beaches of Sea Aquarium and Jan Thiel. For more information, check www.kikototakiko.com and www.k-pasa.com (weekly calendar of events).

CULTURAL
The culturally minded visitor will find an interesting choice of musea, including the Curacao museum, the Slavery Museum, the Shipping Museum and the Jewish Historical Museum, to name a few. The stately collection of former plantation houses, scattered over the island, is also worth exploring. Or you can visit the oldest Jewish synagogue on the Western hemisphere. For more information about cultural highlights, check www.downtownwillemstad.com and www.hicuracao.com

SHOPPING
The variety in shopping possibilities is another reflection of the island’s diversity. While bargain hunters will surely succeed in town, the famous brands can all be found in the high-end shopping malls across the island. Souvenirs can best be purchased in the old town center. For more information, visit www.downtownwillemstad.com

SOME INFORMATIVE WEBSITES
www.curacao.com – website of the official Curacao tourism board
www.vakantie-curacao.nl – specially for vacationers
www.curacao.startpagina.nl – very informative island site
www.curamap.com – online roadmap.