Curacao: Real Different

Curacao offers you a richer experience than any other island in the Caribbean. Sure, it has white sandy beaches, palm trees and azure water, but there is a lot more to see and enjoy.

The island offers:

  • A deliciously laid-back tropical vacation experience
  • An eclectic mix of Latin, European, African and other influences
  • A rich artistic, musical and culinary culture
  • Always-exciting nightlife
  • Beautiful unspoiled nature areas
  • A town center that has been included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List
  • Countless options for (under)water sports
  • A sizzling carnival
  • Friendly multilingual people
  • Excellent facilities and infrastructure

It will surprise you how many people fall in love with Curacao. There are people who have traveled the entire world and seen the most exotic places to finally choose Curacao to happily settle down.

Discover the Curacao-feeling for yourself. Explore the island. Go on a sailing trip. Marvel at the colorful underwater world. Relax on a soft sandy beach. Enjoy an ice-cold cocktail. Order a catch of the day. Go kite surfing, salsa dancing or play golf, climb Mount Christoffel and look out over an exotic landscape. You are always welcome!

Fast facts

Geographical

  • Capital: Willemstad
  • Area: 444 km2
  • Highest point: 1230 ft. (Mount Christoffel)
  • 1988 miles from New York, 43 miles from Venezuela

Time zone

  • GMT -4

Climate

  • Warm and sunny year-round (average temperature 84º F)
  • Incidental showers during the rainy season (October to February)
  • Outside the hurricane belt

Population ca. 140.000, over 50 nationalities

Official languages Dutch, Papiamentu and English

Money Netherlands Antilles Guilder (ANG); debit and credit cards widely accepted

Calling is usually possible with your mobile phone from home

Internet There are several hotspots around the island that offer free wireless Internet, including Blue Bay Hotel

Electricity 110volt/50Hz

Drinking water Purified sea water, safe and with a pleasant taste

Important phone numbers
International access code for Curacao: +(5999)
Police and Fire Department: 911
Ambulance: 912
Road Service (in case of accidents and car trouble): 199
Roadside Assistance (when your car breaks down): 9247
Information/local and international phone numbers: 9221
Taxi: 869 0752 / 869 0747