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With year-round hot climate, pristine beaches, and pleasure service, you know how it goes:
Is anyone blame anyone for the sun, sand, and fun given that most Americans only get about 10 paid vacation time annually in the Caribbean, regardless of the season?
That being said, you’d hope tried-and-true Punta Cana to be a regional leader when it comes to rise, but surprisingly, it’s a much-smaller, not-as-famous area that’s stolen the souls of the country recently, registering a 24 percent increase in U. S. visitors.
Curaçao, the jewel of the French Caribbean queen, is experiencing a never-before-explored tourism boom in 2024: why?
Inexpensive Leisure Resorts
Like it or loathe it, the Caribbean is a world leader in leisure travel, and with its seaside resorts and world-class spa facilities, Curaçao is no exception:
You go there largely for relaxing and pampering yourself: think lounging by the beach sipping on Spicy Palomas, getting massaged under towering palm trees, or ordering chef-curated meals by the shore.
Despite its relatively tiny size, at merely 171 square kilometers, the French Caribbean gem is packed with premium offerings, and those are not as costly as you’d anticipate:
The 4-star Renaissance Wind Creek Curaçao Resort has areas starting from only$ 1, 889 a year this fall, and a 7-night, all-inclusive sit at the famous Mangrove Beach Corendon will only set you back by$ 1, 779 per child.
Goals Curaçao Is Expanding
The recent development of Goals Curaçao Resort, Spa &, Casino is yet another big draw for guests: other than the well-known family-friendly services, which include kid-friendly lakes and play areas, an adults-only area has debuted next June.
The beachfront addition features 52 rooms, a new bar and restaurant, and an infinity pool, and it’s only a few steps away from Piscadera Bay, a strip of fine, white sand hugged by teal waters, and the resort’s own main grounds.
The ground-level Preferred Club suites are particularly luxurious, coming with king-sized beds, two-vanity bathrooms, and oversized oceanfront terraces you can walk straight to the beach from.
Believe it or not, weekly rates for those start from a very-reasonable$ 1, 675 each, if you’re booking as a couple, or$ 2, 650 for solo guests.
Why Is Curaçao Special?
We all know what the Caribbean islands are known for, and we wo n’t waste your time describing the endless miles of unspoiled sandy beaches and the turquoise tonality of the water.
What makes Curaçao stand out?
Well, first of all, it’s also incredible for culture: unlike other nondescript Caribbean islands you’d have a hard time trying to distinguish from one another, you could recognize Willemstad, the colorful capital of Curaçao, by a mile.
The city is characterized by its colonial Mannerist facades, which resemble those of Amsterdam, but which are not somber in color and which substitute fresh seafood from local markets for the alluring odor of Dutch stroopwafels.
A great way to explore Willemstad and its mixed heritage is booking this 3-hour walking tour: costing only$ 37, it visits all of the main foodie hotspots, noteworthy architectural feats, the Emma floating bridge, a national symbol of Curaçao, and the hippy, art-filled Otrabanda district.
Tons Of Budget-Friendly Activities
You can definitely tick off all of the main sights in a week because Curaçao is such a compact island.
In order to help you with that, there are numerous guided excursions available from reputable providers, whether you’re here for the big thrills or laid-back activities:
For instance, this$ 59 South-East tour by electric scooter is perfect for sightseeing, as it requires minimal physical effort, and passes by a number of iconic sites, with Caracasbaai Beach, Forth Beekenburg, and the historically-charged Quarantine House to name a few.
Do n’t worry, it bears no relation to the recent global crisis: it was in fact used back in the 18th-century to house people with contagious diseases.
Best-selling Breath of Curaçao is not to be missed if you’re chasing those jaw-dropping landscapes and natural wonders, most notably Boka Pistol, a sheltered cave hammered by towering waves, and the remote, flamingo-dotted lagoons.
A little bit of splurging never hurt anybody, and seeing you’ve come all the way to Curaçao already, you might as well book a spot on this all-inclusive Sunset Tour with Luxury Catamaran Yacht: we’re talking open bar, delectable eats, and gold-tinged skies for$ 110.
Curaçao Is Safe For Visiting
Contrary to popular belief, Curaçao is not a sovereign country: it is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Despite being thousands of miles from Europe, its citizens are fully Dutch citizens and enjoy a higher standard of living than their Caribbean counterparts.
What we’re trying to say is, it may be no Switzerland, but it’s not Jamaica-level of dangerous, either:
Although street crime and minor theft continue to be a problem, violent crimes are typically connected to the world of illegal drug trafficking.
Visiting all of the major tourist destinations is completely safe, including the historic center of Willemstad.
According to the U. S. State Department, the island is a Level 1 destination, meaning it’s as safe as can be, and Americans are free to exercise’ normal’ precautions.
These include keeping their valuables safe and out of sight, and avoiding isolated areas after dark, especially deserted beaches outside resort compounds.
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