Blog
Discover the Caribbean,
your way.
your way.
Search 25 islands by vibe, season, language, or sustainability.
Search 25 islands by vibe, season, language, or sustainability.
locally: Kòrsou
Dutch colonial color, 35 hidden beaches, and a dive scene that rivals Bonaire.
Curaçao is the most cosmopolitan of the ABC islands. Willemstad's pastel waterfront is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the dive sites rival anywhere in the Caribbean, and the food scene blends Dutch, Indonesian, Venezuelan, and African influences.
Curated tools to book your island getaway. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Best rates on resorts, villas & apartments
Snorkeling, island hopping, volcano hikes & more
Compare prices across 100+ airlines
Travel medical insurance from $45/month
Free trip budget calculator — plan lodging, food & activities
Free daily-budget tracker — protect every dollar
Rent, cost of living, safety and climate, town by town across the Dominican Republic.
Currency
ANG
USD accepted
Language
Dutch
+ Papiamentu
Power
Type A/B
127V · 50Hz
Driving
Right
US-style
Airport
CUR
Hato
Emergency
911
Police · Fire
Christoffel National Park
Curaçao Underwater Marine Park
UNESCO World Heritage Site — Willemstad historic center
Sea turtle conservation programs
Monthly breakdown
Hurricane risk: LowJan
Best
Feb
Best
Mar
Best
Apr
Best
May
Best
Jun
Best
Jul
Best
Aug
—
Sep
—
Oct
Rain
Nov
Rain
Dec
Rain
Major events
Curaçao Carnival
Dia di Rincon
Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival
12.30°N, 69.15°W
A cliffside beach with turquoise water and no development in sight.
12.37°N, 69.11°W
Dramatic coastal blowholes and wave-carved caves on the rugged north shore.
12.20°N, 68.97°W
Limestone caves with stalactites, bats, and indigenous Arawak petroglyphs.
A hollowed-out Gouda cheese ball stuffed with spiced chicken and raisins, then baked.
Slow-stewed goat with papaya, cumin, and local spices.
Crispy fried pastry filled with cheese, meat, or tuna — the island breakfast.
Health
Apply sunscreen generously — the island is arid and UV exposure is intense year-round.
Transport
Rent a car to reach the best beaches — public transport is limited.
Crime
Avoid Scharloo and parts of Otrabanda after dark.
Weekly island picks, deals, and data-driven guides. No spam.