Travel to Curacao Island
Travel to Curacao island for an all-inclusive resort vacation to enjoy snorkeling, beach time, and ocean activities outside of the hurricane belt.
ABC Islands include Curacao
When you are looking for that Caribbean island vacation but do not want to risk your holiday to hurricanes then Curacao is a great destination.
Curacao is part of the ABC islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao and all three islands sit outside of the Caribbean hurricane belt.
Caribbean Hurricane Season
Hurricane season in the Caribbean runs from June to the end of November. During the June to November Caribbean hurricane season Curacao weather will feel warmer as the winds drop during this time.
All-Inclusive Resorts in Curacao
Curacao offers a good selection of all-inclusive resorts.
As well as several major hotel chains are represented on the island.
Of course, finding an ocean front resort comes with many options to explore right in the resort. This includes resort style pools and easy access to the Caribbean Ocean. Many offer restaurants and other amenities.
Additionally, you may choose to rent a villa, BnB, apartment or stay in a hostel.
Top 10 Things to Do in Curacao
- Scuba Dive the fringing reef
- Snorkel right off one of the many Caribbean beaches
- Then watch an ocean sunset
- Explore the island in a rental car
- Shop in the Pietermaii district of the capital city of Willemstad
- Next, walk on the Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
- Take in the view of Handelskade Pier
- Swim at Mambo Beach
- Hike Christoffel National Park
- View wild flamingos at Jan Kok
Snorkeling in Curacao
One of the top ocean activities that draw travelers to Curacao is the ocean marine life. Snorkeling and scuba diving are among the world’s best off of the island of Curacao.
In fact, snorkeling or diving right of the beach is possible at this island destination. As well as booking diving and snorkeling tours to take you to the top marine life sites off the island of Curacao.
Enjoy your time at the beach and in the ocean at one of the top snorkel beaches on Curacao island.
Travel Tip: Beaches in Curacao are often not public and require an entrance fee. Due to this, carry cash to visit the stunning Curacao beaches. Also, lounge chairs and umbrellas are frequently an extra charge.
Bon Bini Beach, Curacao Island
Bon Bini beach has the soft, white sand Caribbean vacation travelers seek. There are reefs for snorkeling and kayaking. The water is clear.
Note that for an entrance fee there are sun chairs, umbrellas, a bar, and massages available. In addition, there is a dive center.
Playa Piscado, Curacao Island
Playa Piscado is known for the frequent visits of sea turtles. You are likely able to see sea turtles if you swim or snorkel right off the beach at Playa Piscado. Also, there is even a dock where non-swimmers can view the turtles through the crystal clear water.
Playa Porto Marie, Curacao Island
Playa Porto Marie is a low-key beach. Again, the sand is soft and white. Clear, turquoise waters form the bay. You can snorkel and swim. Also, there is a bar restaurant available at the beach.
Besides snorkeling you may see a resident pig or two at Playa Porto Mari. The pigs are sometimes found swimming in the warm, tropical waters.
Mambo Beach, Curacao Island
Mambo Beach is a frequent day trip for cruise ship visitors. Head directly to Mambo Beach if you enjoy an active beach scene.
Of course, there is shopping along a boardwalk for travel souvenirs and any items you may have not packed.
Additionally, Mambo Beach also enjoys several restaurants. Wiggle your toes in the sand while sipping a cocktail or having an ocean view lunch.
Before you leave, you can also grab a light snack, supplies for the next beach or your hotel room, or cool off with a shaved ice snow cone.
In addition, Mambo Beach offers beach lounge chairs and umbrellas for rent.
Willemstad, Curacao Island
Spend a day, an afternoon, or an evening in the capital city of Willemstad, Curacao.
Shop downtown and in the Willemstad Fort Amsterdam
Cross the Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Packing for Travel to Curacao Island
Start your packing with our general packing list for travel. Then review the Travel Packing for a Tropical Beach Vacation to tune your packing list for travel to Curacao island.
Remember to pack an underwater camera for the Curacao marine life. Also, pack a sarong for a lightweight beach towel, coverup, or picnic blanket.
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Travel to Curacao Island Beach Road Trip
Travel Tip: Download a Google Map of Curacao Island for your road trip around the island. This is helpful when there is no cellular or wifi available.
