Holiday in Curaçao

Island in curacao — tips, highlights & best time to visit

Country

curacao

Type

Island

Best time to travel

Year-round! Curaçao lies outside the hurricane belt. Dry and sunny, 27-32°C. Carnival in February.

Budget/day

Getting there from Germany

Direct flight with TUI/Condor from Amsterdam (with a stopover) to Curaçao (CUR), approximately 10-12 hours total.

About Curaçao

Curaçao, the largest of the ABC islands off the coast of Venezuela, surprises with a unique blend of Dutch colonial history, Caribbean flair, and over 35 stunning beaches. Willemstad, the UNESCO-protected capital, enchants with its colorful merchant houses along the Handelskade and the floating Queen Emma Bridge. Unlike the neighboring islands, Curaçao is not a typical package holiday island, but offers a diverse experience: from hidden coves like Playa Knip and Klein Curaçao to the Hato Cave system, the Aloe Vera plantation, and ostriches at the Ostrich Farm. The island lies outside the hurricane belt and offers sunshine year-round. The Curaçao liqueur factory Chobolobo is home to the famous blue drink. Divers rave about the over 60 dive sites accessible directly from the shore.

Winter
95
Relaxation
85
Romance
80
Beach
75
Nature
70

Top 5 highlights in Curaçao

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Willemstad (UNESCO)

Colorful merchant houses along the Handelskade, floating bridge, and Fort Amsterdam — like a Caribbean Amsterdam.

2

Playa Knip

One of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean — turquoise water, white sand, and surrounded by cliffs.

3

Klein Curaçao

Uninhabited island accessible by boat trip — turtles, snorkeling, abandoned lighthouse, and pure solitude.

4

Chobolobo (Blue Curaçao)

The Landhuis distillery where the original Curaçao liqueur has been produced since 1896 — tasting included.

5

Shete Boka National Park

Northern coast area with crashing waves that crash into caves and coves — spectacular natural power.

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Reise-SIM für Curaçao

Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM

Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Curaçao

Recommended travel time

Year-round! Curaçao lies outside the hurricane belt. Dry and sunny, 27-32°C. Carnival in February.

Summer

28-33°C, little rain

Winter

26-30°C, slightly more showers Oct-Jan

How much does a holiday in Curaçao cost?

Average costs per person per day

🎒

Budget

40-60 €

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

🏨

Mid-range

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

🌟

Luxury

150-400 €

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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4 travel tips for Curaçao

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Rent a car: Public transport is weak — renting a car is the best way to discover the hidden beaches.

Drive on the right: Despite the Dutch heritage, driving is on the right in Curaçao, like in South America.

Diving from the shore: Over 60 dive sites accessible directly from the shore — Tugboat wreck and Mushroom Forest are legendary.

Carnival time: Curaçao's Carnival in February/March is Caribbean colorful with Tumba music, parades, and street festivals.

Food & drink in Curaçao

These specialties you must try!

Keshi Yena — Gouda cheese filled with minced meat, olives, and capers — Curaçao's creole national dish.
Stoba — Braised stew made from goat (Kabritu) or beef with spices and potatoes.
Bitterballen — Dutch heritage: fried meat croquettes — even better in Curaçao with beer and sea view.
Arepa di Pampuna — Pumpkin pancakes — sweet, fluffy, and a popular breakfast snack.
Blue Curaçao — The famous blue liqueur made from laraha peels — a must on the island, either neat or in a cocktail.
Suitable for:CaribbeanDivingColorfulUNESCODutchBeachesYear-round

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