A sea turtle gliding calmly beneath you: for many people, that’s the highlight of their Curaçao vacation. The good news: lots of turtles live around the island, and you don’t even need to snorkel to see them. In this blog you’ll read where your chances are best, which species you’ll see and how to watch them without disturbing them.
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During a jeep tour to the eastern side of Curaçao, you’ll discover a completely different landscape than the well-known beaches and bays. You’ll visit a botanical garden, go off-roading at Koraal Tabak, hike up to a cave, and wrap up the morning with a dip in the ocean. I joined the “East & Snorkel” tour and will tell you what to expect along the way and what’s useful to bring.
Riding underwater among the fish, without a diving certification and keeping your head dry. It sounds like science fiction, but on Curaçao, it’s actually possible: with Aquafari’s underwater scooter. How does a scooter like this actually work, is it safe, and why is this island so well-suited for it? I’ll break it down for you.
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Willemstad is one of the most beautiful cities in the Caribbean, and the best way to discover it is on foot. In this guide you’ll learn which neighborhoods to see, which route to walk, where to park and when a guided walking tour gives you more than exploring on your own.
Dust in your hair, mud on your calves, and a grin that won’t leave your face all day. An off-road tour might just be the best way to discover that Curaçao is so much more than Punda, cocktails, and white-sand beaches. You’re behind the wheel, your guide shows the way, and within half an hour of setting off, you’ll find yourself in the middle of a landscape you’d never see from your rental car.
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“Is there still room on tomorrow’s boat to Klein Curaçao?” We get that question every week, and in high season the answer is often no. Here’s how far in advance to book, why there’s hardly any risk in doing so, which boat sails on which day, and what happens when the sea doesn’t cooperate.
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Are you staying in Jan Thiel, Brakkeput, or along the Spaanse Water? If so, the new LXRY Mall is practically around the corner. This modern lifestyle mall combines shops, restaurants, bars, and wellness facilities all in one place, making it a great addition to your vacation in Curaçao. What is the LXRY Mall? The LXRY
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Updated: October 2, 2026 · By Nienke, NaarCuracao editorial team in Curaçao Everyone on Curaçao talks about it, but where exactly is Klein Curaçao? How big is it, does anyone live there, and why does every source give a different distance? I’ve lined up the facts for you, with sources. In short Klein Curaçao is
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In the summer of 2026 is the FIFA World Cup soccer. From the first match on June 11 to the final on July 19, it will be one big soccer party for over 5 weeks. And Curacao and the Netherlands are there as one of the 48 participating countries. Viva Hollandia, but also Go Blue Wave!
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Are you an athletic gym fanatic who goes to the gym a few times a week? No problem, even on Curacao you can continue your gym schedule. There are plenty of gyms on the island and at most of them you can also go for one or a few times. Curacao gyms: day passes and
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On Saturday, January 9, 2027, the Carnival season on Curaçao will once again kick off in festive style at the Curaçao Festival Center. Carnival is celebrated in a big way on Curaçao, and various events will be held through Tuesday, February 9, 2027.
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You come to Curaçao because of “sun, sea & beach,” but Curaçao is so much more than that! If you want to be active, you can also be active on Curacao
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Of course you come to Curaçao because of “sun, sea & beach,” but Curaçao is so much more than that! Do you also enjoy fully immersing yourself in the history and culture of your vacation destination? And do you want to not only completely unwind, but also learn something? Then Curaçao is the destination for you.
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Besides the beautiful beaches with clear blue water and soft white sand, Curacao also has beautiful rugged nature. To discover that, you have to go to the north coast. Tip for this: go to Shete Boka National Park.
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Christoffel Mountain, at apr. 1,220 ft. above sea level, towers proudly over Christoffel Park, a protected nature reserve encompassing of almost 20,000 acres of flora and fauna on the west side of Curacao. Climbing this impressive mountain offers not only a physical challenge, but also a unique opportunity to explore Curaçao’s diverse ecosystem.
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Curaçao has a rich history and this is still visible in the many traditional manors that can still be seen all over the island. And at some you can also go inside.
Curaçao is not only sun, sea and beach, scattered across the island you will find over 80 country houses, still intact, often with a rich history. A special and well-maintained one is Manor Bloemhof.
Met meer dan 30 stranden op Curacao heb je volop keuze voor een heerlijke stranddag. Maar het ene strand is het andere niet. Hieronder de 5 leukste stranden voor gezinnen. Tugboat Beach Leuk klein strandje aan de oostkant van Curacao. Om er te komen moet je het laatste stukje over een zandpad vol met kuilen,
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