Curacao Vacations
Located 40 miles off the coast of Venezuela, Curaçao is one of five islands in the Netherlands Antilles. It still retains it's Dutch heritage today, along with other ethnic inhabitants, including Arawak, Spanish, West Indian, Latin, and African. As a result, it has a vibrant and unique culture.
Curaçao all inclusive vacation packages take travelers to a one of a kind destination, where impossibly perfect beaches, spectacular architecture, stunning culture, and a multi-cultural blend that makes music, art, and food incredibly unique.
With over 35 beaches, Curaçao vacations wouldn't be complete without relaxing by the sapphire Caribbean water. Some beaches are secluded and quiet, surrounded by enormous cliffs, and some are full of life and activities on long strips of white sand. If laying by the sand isn't exciting enough, Curaçao boasts some of the best diving in the world. Colorful underwater fish, anemones, coral reefs, and wrecks are just a few of the things that divers and snorkelers are able to view. For the truly adventurous, night diving takes the underwater world to a whole new level.
For history buffs, Willemstad offers an incredible example of the Dutch colonial influence. 17th and 18th century buildings make visitors feels as if they are in the Netherlands, as Willemstad was established in the mid-1600s. But look closer and Caribbean accents are able to be seen, with verandas and porches being added to take advantage of the climate o the island. Many Curaçao all inclusive resorts in the port town allow visitors to experience both the Old World charm and moden, contemporary culture of Curaçao.
The Curaçao Carnival is one of the largest and longest lasting Carnivals in the Caribbean. It begins in early January, and ends in late February or early March. Groups dance in the streets, following musical bands, floats go by with incredible costumes and characters, and the revelry lasts well into the night. Curaçao vacations would be even more incredible with a Carnival experience.
The people of Curaçao are child-oriented, so there are many activities for all ages. Families will enjoy the small town atmosphere throughout the island, and can visit places such as the Curaçao Seaquarium, Dolphin Academy, Ostrich Farm, and specially designated family beaches.
Curaçao all inclusive vacations are ideal for anyone who wants to get to know this vibrant, safe island better. Curaçao enjoys a warm, sunny climate all year round, and only 22 inches of annual rainfall. Since it is located on the outer fringes of the hurricane belt, the chances of a hurricane interrupting a vacation is very unlikely.
