Tourism: Curacao

TOURISM IN Curaçao

Charetti America-Francisca

Tourism: activists present a petition to parliament against Zakitó's construction plans

It is not the first time that the residents of Zakitó and Charo have raised the alarm. In addition to cutting down the plants, residents claim the marina and breakwater are destroying the coral.

Hofi Mango

Curaçao: dams under pressure, cultural heart of Hofi Mango is suffering

The floods in Curaçao have not only caused material damage, but also had an emotional impact on the local community, especially at Hofi Mango.

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Curaçao is flourishing: tourism visitor numbers are skyrocketing

Curacao's tourism industry is set to experience impressive growth in 2024, with increases in occupancy rates and revenue positioning the island as a top Caribbean destination.

Curacao Marriott Beach Resort

Passover: Marriott Beach Resort is gearing up as a Jewish holiday paradise

All in all, the Jews have had a considerable influence on the economic situation of Curaçao, and have left behind an interesting cultural heritage.

Anuschka Cova

Tourism: Anuschka Cova takes over at CHATA

The Curacao Hospitality and Tourism Association (CHATA) has appointed Anuschka Cova as the new CEO. Cova previously served as chairman of the Curaçao International Financial Association (CIFA) for six years.

Knowledge mission: Dijkgraaf strengthens ties with the Caribbean

Knowledge mission: Dijkgraaf strengthens ties with the Caribbean

Robbert Dijkgraaf, Minister of Education, Culture and Science, will conclude an important knowledge mission to Aruba and Curaçao on Friday with the aim of strengthening cooperation in education and research within the Kingdom.

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Dengue: Curaçao is taking a stand against climate change

The dry period in Curaçao seems to be a crucial factor. It shows how climate change can have indirect impacts on public health by creating more favorable conditions for disease-carrying mosquitoes.

Ministers Cooper and Silvania lead MRB reform in Curaçao

Ministers Cooper and Silvania lead MRB reform in Curaçao

Minister Charles Cooper of Transport and Spatial Planning, together with Minister Javier Silvania of Finance, are leading the overhaul of this tax system. Their working group has already issued a preliminary recommendation

Taxi drivers Curaçao embrace new economic opportunities

Taxi drivers Curaçao embrace new economic opportunities

The Curaçao government has unveiled plans to modernize outdated passenger transport legislation, a move welcomed with open arms by the Taxi Association TSA (Thirty Steps Association).

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Corendon is leading the way with child-free zones: innovation or exclusion?

Parents warned it was an exclusionary measure that could set a dangerous precedent. Despite this, the aviation industry now seems open to the concept.

Curaçao welcomes record numbers of tourists supported by growth in aviation

Curaçao welcomes record numbers of tourists supported by growth in aviation

The jump in the number of cruise passengers and the expansion of accommodations also predict a tourism boom for the island of Curaçao.

EZAir forced to change name after threat from easyGroup

EZAir forced to change name after threat from easyGroup

The choice of a new name Z Air follows the decision to avoid costly and lengthy legal proceedings, although the company disagreed with easyGroup's claims.

The travel industry and travelers are grappling with the complex reality of sustainable travel

The travel industry and travelers are grappling with the complex reality of sustainable travel

The sustainability journey starts at the airport, where you are greeted by rows of roaring diesel buses. This discrepancy between marketing and reality is difficult to ignore.

Princes Juliana Airport closes doors and ceremony in honor of Tula in Curaçao is disrupted

Princes Juliana Airport closes doors and ceremony in honor of Tula in Curaçao is disrupted

The closure of Princes Juliana Airport not only has implications for tourism, but also for the region's economy. The airport is an important source of income and plays a crucial role in daily life on the island.

What do you need to know to get the most out of your rental car in Curacao?

What do you need to know to get the most out of your rental car in Curacao?

Imagine driving at your own pace to remote beaches far beyond the reach of public transport and taxis, or venturing into the rugged terrain of Christoffel or Shete Boka National Parks.

Budget airline sets foot in the Netherlands and the Caribbean island of Curaçao

Budget airline sets foot in the Netherlands and the Caribbean island of Curaçao

JetBlue, the American budget airline, is expanding its wingspan with a daily flight between New York and Curaçao from February next year.

Measures necessary for student transport due to shortened school schedules

Measures necessary for student transport due to shortened school schedules

Education Minister Van Heydoorn announced a reduced school schedule that will be in effect for the rest of the month. This decision comes after an earlier three days of reduced schedules.

First of 55 charging stations installed at TUI head office Curaçao

First of 55 charging stations installed at TUI head office Curaçao

The project officially started with the placing of the first pile. TUI…

From Otrabanda to Oostpunt, an educational experience

From Otrabanda to Oostpunt, an educational experience

No expensive flats, no houses, a pristine coastline. It looks like a protected nature reserve. East Point…

Westpunt, a sleepy fishing village in Curaçao on the northwest coast

Westpunt, a sleepy fishing village in Curaçao on the northwest coast

The road to Westpunt also offers fantastic views of the ocean and coastline…

Curaçao is looking for innovation and sustainability in mobility

Curaçao is looking for innovation and sustainability in mobility

Bon Bini, more and more people on the island want to drive electric. Who says spring, says…

More passengers are flying to the Caribbean Netherlands

More passengers are flying to the Caribbean Netherlands

In July and December 2022, most passengers traveled to and from the three airports…

Curaçao will abolish curfew on Tuesday

Curaçao will abolish curfew on Tuesday

As of next Tuesday, June 8, there will no longer be a curfew in Curacao. Prime Minister…

Curaçao is an extremely safe holiday this summer

Curaçao is an extremely safe holiday this summer

Safe countries within the Kingdom of the Netherlands are Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Sint Maarten, Saba, Sint Eustatius. This…

Tourists and interns should better leave Curaçao

Tourists and interns should better leave Curaçao

WILLEMSTAD (ANP) – The Representation of the Netherlands in Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten calls on holidaymakers,…

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Travel advice Curaçao again adjusted to code orange

Many Dutch people have booked a holiday to Curacao in recent weeks because it is one of…

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Curaçao less safe due to increasing corona contamination

A record number of corona infections were registered on Curacao on Wednesday. The government announced that…