Travel in Curacao?

• Curacao is relaxed, sunny and quiet, until the nightlife starts. This means that young and old sometimes don't get back before six in the morning. A must for sun worshippers, swimmers, snorkelers, divers (with or without dolphins) and other bon vivants. Both for a short stay and for several years! Curacao is also a great destination for those who want to get their hands dirty or are less focused on the nightlife.
• Go snorkeling and/or diving - Curacao has beautiful coral reefs and a diverse underwater life. It is not without reason that it is one of the favorite diving destinations in the Caribbean. You can also dive and swim among the wild dolphins here.
• Nightlife - Curacao has an excellent nightlife. The island only really starts to live in the evening! There are regular parties on the beach or at a beach club (and there are plenty of them on the island). Carnival - Early February is the biggest event that Curaçaoans look forward to for a long time. The streets are filled with bright colors and exotic music.
• Visit Willemstad - Stroll around the floating market, eat typical Antillean food at Marshe Bieu and admire the colorful houses along the Handelskade. The city center of Willemstad not only has a rich history, there is also plenty to do. In addition to the many museums, shops and restaurants, Willemstad also has a wide range of entertainment venues.
• Mambo beach - This is probably the most popular beach and therefore also busy. As a result, this beach is extensively equipped with cocktail bars, live music and an open-air beach cinema.
• Kura Hulanda - Very impressive museum about the history of slavery.
• Kokomo Beach - Beautiful and cool beach (formerly Vaersenbaai) where no entrance fee is required (but you are also not allowed to bring your own food/drinks) and there is also a restaurant/beach bar with excellent food. Klein Curaçao - 25 km southeast of Curaçao lies the little sister of Curaçao, called Klein Curaçao. On this small island you can seek peace and quiet and enjoy the most beautiful white sandy beaches and admire beautiful coral reefs.
• Christoffel Park - Discover Christoffel and Mount Christoffel by car, quad, mountain bike, horse or on foot.
• Be aware that despite the not too humid heat, there are still quite a few mosquitoes.
• Despite the village character of the island, in some neighborhoods there is an almost South or Central American atmosphere in terms of safety.
• Although the surface area of ​​the island is limited, some parts are still difficult to reach without your own transport.

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Some general guidelines to stay safe while visiting Curaçao

General safety

• Generally speaking, Curaçao is considered to be safe, but robberies and petty crime happen on occasion.
• Watch out for pickpockets. More thieves are active on busy places like the busstation and souvenir market. Also once the cruiseships have arrived. Don't show off your expensive jewellery and don't walk around with too much cash in your wallet. Keep valuable possessions in your bag or even better in a safe at the hotel.
• Incidents of robbery are not uncommon so avoid alleys and other quiet or dark streets because these can be unsafe.
• Serious crimes occur mostly in the organised criminal world, involving drugs or weapons trade. As an outsider you will usually not get caught up in this. Drug related crimes are punished severely.
• In case of emergency you can call the tourist emergency number: 917.

Criminality

• Most serious crimes are part of the organised criminal world involving drugs or weapons trade. As a visitor it is unlikely you will be dealing with these kind of crimes.
• Keep an eye on your luggage at all times – especially at the airport and busy tourist spots – don't accept packages from anyone and ensure nothing can be placed in your luggage.
• Don't leave valuables in your car, there is a risk it will be taken. 

Forces of nature

• From June to November hurricanes can occur in the Caribbean area. Yet they rarely reach Curaçao.

Traffic

• The traffic is mostly safe in Curaçao. Yet Curaçaoans often don't take traffic rules too seriously. For example, sometimes drivers will overtake on the right side instead of on the left. Frequently the rule of giving way to traffic from the right is also put into practice differently.
• Watch out for scooters and cars without lights at night.
• Be aware that drunk driving is not uncommon in Curaçao.
• Curaçaoans drive on the right side of the road.

Legislation

• All drugs, hard and soft, are illegal. Possessing or using drugs, any drugs including marihuana or prescription drugs for which you can’t provide the prescription, is punished severely. Bring a Medical Passport or an official prescription when using medication, especially any sedatives and strong painkillers containing codeine.

Dangerous areas

• Check what areas are deemed unsafe before arriving in Curaçao, so you don't accidentally end up somewhere dangerous.
• Do keep in mind the unsafe areas change, so always check the up to date safety information.
• Areas that are traditionally considered unsafe (especially at night) are: Koredor, Punda, Otrabanda, the Mambo Beach parking lot, the neighbourhoods of Scharloo, Fleur de Marie, Seru Fortuna, Marchena, Seru di Kandela, Souax, Koraalspecht, Seru Loraweg, Dein, Kanga, and most beach areas.
• Out of precaution: Avoid remote and unpopulated areas and unpatrolled beaches after dark.