Welcome to Curaçao, a beautiful travel destination located in the southern Caribbean Sea. Known for its vibrant culture, stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters, this island paradise is worth a trip for anyone seeking an unforgettable vacation experience.
Attractions in Curaçao
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Maps and trails
Hiking Route
· Curaçao
Hiking route on April 2, 2021 at 10:14
Difficulty
easy
Distance
2.7 km
Duration
1:09 h
Ascent
41 m
Descent
47 m
Mooie route aan de zeekant van de zoutpannen. In april na alle regens van de afgelopen maanden zijn de paden behoorlijk begroeid en zijn er veel ...
from Ingeborg Boswinkel,
Community
Hiking Route
· Netherlands Antilles
Sint-Christoffelberg - Mountain Hike
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
7.1 km
Duration
2:30 h
Ascent
298 m
Descent
310 m
Hike to the top of Sint-Christoffelberg
from Jan-Phillip Haase,
Community
Hiking Route
· Netherlands Antilles
Jan Thiel zoutpannen route on April 2, 2023 at 07:02
Difficulty
Distance
6 km
Duration
1:25 h
Ascent
42 m
Descent
39 m
Jan Thiel zoutpannen, Pos di orashon en spooky forest
from Ingeborg Boswinkel,
Community
Trail Running
· Curaçao
kokomo-Malpais-Boca Sami
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
11 km
Duration
1:46 h
Ascent
100 m
Descent
100 m
start at the parking and run via Malpais and the Boca sami saltpans back to Kokomo
from Eddy Van der meer,
Community
Hiking Route
· Netherlands Antilles
Julianadorp 26 dec. 2022 11:06:41
Difficulty
Distance
3.5 km
Duration
0:46 h
Ascent
12 m
Descent
17 m
Fijne ochtend wandeling
from Jessie Caatje,
Community
Running
· Curaçao
rondje dam pretu
Difficulty
easy
Distance
21.8 km
Duration
3:12 h
Ascent
34 m
Descent
34 m
via santa rosa naar santa catharina, dam pretu, seru grandi
from Eddy Van der meer,
Community
Trail Running
· Netherlands Antilles
kokomo-Malpais-Boca Sami II
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
9.2 km
Duration
1:31 h
Ascent
94 m
Descent
98 m
nice small technical paths combined with easier stretches
from Eddy Van der meer,
Community
2D
3D
Maps and trails
Geographically speaking, Curaçao is situated just off the coast of Venezuela and forms part of the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao). The island's unique history has resulted in a diverse cultural mix that can be seen throughout its architecture, language and cuisine.
One of the top tourist-relevant sights on the island is Willemstad - Curaçao's capital city which boasts colourful Dutch colonial buildings lining narrow streets. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers visitors plenty to see with museums such as Kura Hulanda Museum showcasing slavery-era artefacts or Fort Amsterdam offering panoramic views of Punda.
Cultural highlights include annual events like Carnival where locals take to the streets in elaborate costumes dancing through town accompanied by live music. For those looking to sample local culinary specialities head over to Marshe Bieuw market where you'll find traditional dishes like 'stoba' (a hearty meat stew) or 'keshi yena' (stuffed cheese).
Outdoor activities are plentiful on this tropical paradise with some must-try experiences including snorkelling at Playa Lagun or hiking up Mount Christoffel National Park which offers breathtaking views from its summit. With year-round sunshine it's always a good time to visit but if you're planning outdoor activities then November-April tends to be drier making it easier for exploring without worrying about rain showers.
Overall, Curaçao is definitely worth considering when thinking about your next travel destination. Its unique blend of cultures combined with natural beauty make it one-of-a-kind experience not found anywhere else in the world! Remember when travelling here though that English isn't widely spoken so brushing up on basic phrases in Dutch or Papiamentu (the local language) can be helpful.
One of the top tourist-relevant sights on the island is Willemstad - Curaçao's capital city which boasts colourful Dutch colonial buildings lining narrow streets. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers visitors plenty to see with museums such as Kura Hulanda Museum showcasing slavery-era artefacts or Fort Amsterdam offering panoramic views of Punda.
Cultural highlights include annual events like Carnival where locals take to the streets in elaborate costumes dancing through town accompanied by live music. For those looking to sample local culinary specialities head over to Marshe Bieuw market where you'll find traditional dishes like 'stoba' (a hearty meat stew) or 'keshi yena' (stuffed cheese).
Outdoor activities are plentiful on this tropical paradise with some must-try experiences including snorkelling at Playa Lagun or hiking up Mount Christoffel National Park which offers breathtaking views from its summit. With year-round sunshine it's always a good time to visit but if you're planning outdoor activities then November-April tends to be drier making it easier for exploring without worrying about rain showers.
Overall, Curaçao is definitely worth considering when thinking about your next travel destination. Its unique blend of cultures combined with natural beauty make it one-of-a-kind experience not found anywhere else in the world! Remember when travelling here though that English isn't widely spoken so brushing up on basic phrases in Dutch or Papiamentu (the local language) can be helpful.
Trip planning
Reviews
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kokomo-Malpais-Boca Sami by Fokko
September 01, 2021
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