A place where diversity is celebrated and embraced, Curaçao’s ethnic inhabitants—the Arawak, Dutch, Spanish, West Indian, Latin, and African—have created a rich heritage and thriving culture. Thats what makes this beautiful Island a must see for anyone wanting to experience a multitude of histories in one setting.

Curaçao has a warm, sunny climate year round. The average temperature is about 27° C (in the mid 80s F). Cooling trade winds blow constantly from the east. Curaçao is located in the southwestern Caribbean, at latitude 12° north and longitude 68° west. The island is just 70 km (44 miles) north of South America. It is 2 1/2 hours by air from Miami. The island is 56 km (35 miles) off the coast of Venezuela—a 45 minute flight from Caracas. It is a nine-hour flight to Amsterdam.

At first glimpse Curaçao may seem a rather barren island, and it’s true-due to the scant rainfall, there is certainly a limit to the types of plants and animals that can survive here. But on closer inspection, you’ll be amazed at the variety nature has to offer. What at first seems to be a monotonous desert landscape, turns out to be a scenery teeming with life. Curaçao’s total surface area is 444 square km. The stretched northern coast of the island is characterized by rough limestone cliff formations set on top of eons-old volcanic rock, and weather-beaten terrain. At the western end of the island you will find expansive, hilly landscapes. The Christoffel Park encompasses most of the landscapes. Inside the park you will find the highest point on the island-the 375m high Mt. Christoffel. The east end of the island comprises flat and mostly barren plain, with few settlements and some secondary roads weaving to and from its coastal inlets.

Curacao offers many activities Divers and snorkelers never seem to be able to stop talking about the beauty of Curaçao’s underwater world. Curaçao has over 35 beaches with a remarkable variety. Whether you are a sun-loving vacationer or a resident enjoying a day off, you can choose between intimate rocky coves surrounded by massive cliffs or long sandy beaches, either secluded by nature or bustling with activities. The one thing they all share is crystal clear turquoise water and picture-perfect weather.

Keeping with our “something for everyone” theme why not try visiting 17th century architecture sites, enjoying tennis, feasting on world-class cuisine, playing golf in our sunny climate to visiting high-standard casinos. So if you are looking for more than just a dive vacation, Curaçao has something out-of-the-ordinary for everybody.