Curaçao

Curaçao (Kingdom of the Netherlands)

"Colorful Dutch Caribbean Charm Outside the Hurricane Belt"

Curaçao sits just off Venezuela, outside the main hurricane belt, which makes it a reliable year-round choice. Willemstad's UNESCO-listed Handelskade lines the harbor in pastel Dutch colonial facades, connected by the floating Queen Emma Bridge. Beyond the capital, small beaches like Grote Knip, Playa Lagun, and Cas Abao offer clear water and great snorkeling, and Shete Boka and Christoffel National Parks show the island's wild side. A multicultural food scene and blue curaçao liqueur round it out.

Handelskade waterfront, Queen Emma Bridge, Grote Knip beach, Playa Lagun, Christoffel National Park, Shete Boka, Curaçao Liqueur Distillery, Klein Curaçao day trip

Year-Round (April–August is quietest)

Rent a car to reach west-end beaches; bring reef-safe sunscreen; complete the digital immigration card before arrival

Great alternative to Aruba with more character and diving. Common Southern Caribbean cruise stop.

📍 Pastel Handelskade waterfront in Willemstad across the harbor