What is the average temperature in Curaçao throughout the year?

JAN 26.1 °C FEB 26 °C MAR 26.2 °C APR 27.1 °C MAY 27.6 °C JUN 27.9 °C JUL 27.9 °C AUG 28.2 °C SEP 28.7 °C OCT 28.2 °C NOV 27.3 °C DEC 26.6 °C

What is the official language spoken in Curaçao?

The official languages that are spoken in Curaçao are Dutch, Papiamentu and English

What is the currency in Curaçao?

The currency in Curaçao is the Netherlands Antillean guilder (ANG)

What is the average price in Curaçao?

1.5ltr bottle of water = 3.45 NAf (approx. £1.45) Coffee (from a restaurant) = 6.10 NAf (approx. £2.50) 0.5ltr Domestic Beer from Draught = 4.20 NAf (approx. £1.75) Three course meal for 2 people in a mid-range restaurant = 120.00 NAf (approx. £49.25)

Taxi-drivers are usually tipped with 20% of the fare, and restaurants usually add 8-15% service charge on a bill.

What is the average water temperature in Curaçao throughout the year?

JAN 27.0°C FEB 26.4°C MAR 26.5°C APR 27.0°C MAY 28.0°C JUN 28.1°C JUL 27.7°C AUG 28.4°C SEP 29.2°C OCT 29.4°C NOV 29.0°C DEC 27.4°C

Curacao, Curacao cruise holidays

The largest island in the Dutch Antilles, Curaçao is home to more than 50 nationalities. Sailing into Willemstad is like arriving in the beating heart of Curaçao. The natural harbour of its port, Schottegat, welcomes you with a parade of brightly coloured buildings, floating markets, seaside stalls, shops and malls. Willemstad is full of 17th, 18th and 19th century Dutch and Spanish Colonial architecture.

The capital city of Willemstad is divided into four historic quarters. Downtown’s Punda and Otrobanda are accessed by the slender Queen Emma Bridge. In shopping paradise Punda, modern life meets tradition. The two sides of the city are divided by Santa Anna Bay, a narrow channel flanked by pastel-tinted, gabled houses and spanned by the spectacular swing-aside Queen Emma pontoon bridge. On one side you will find the 18th century Fort Amsterdam and Breederstraat, gateway to Willemstads main shopping and restaurant district where you can buy everything from Delft pottery to Italian silk ties, Japanese electrical goods, Indonesian batik clothing, locally-made black coral jewellery and, of course, the sapphire-blue liqueur to which Curaçao has given its name.

What makes Curaçao cruise port stand out is the pride locals take in preserving their traditions and cultural inheritance. The Kura Hulanda Museum exhibits a unique collection to showcase Curacao’s identity and background, including the African slave trade, pre-Colombian gold and Dutch Caribbean art. To get a glimpse into the island’s past, visit the Tula Museum at Landhuis Knip country house.

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Colourful buildings along on the waterfront in Willemstad, Curacao

Frequently asked questions about Curaçao

Good morning

Papiamentu: Bon dia ״Bon dee-ah״

Dutch: Goedemorgen "Khoo-der-mor-khern"

Good afternoon

Papiamentu: Bon tardi ״Bon tar-dee״

Dutch: Goedemiddag "Khoo-der-mi-dakh"

Good night

Papiamentu: Bon nochi ״Bon noh-chee״

Dutch: Goedenavond "Khoo-der-aa-font"

Hello

Papiamentu: Kiko ta kiko ״keeko-tah-keeko״

Dutch: Hallo "Hah-low"

Where is

Papiamentu: Unde e … ta ״Oon-deh eh … tah״

Dutch: Waar is "Vaar is"

Please

Papiamentu: Por fabor ״Por fah-bor״

Dutch: Alsjeblieft "Als-yer-bleeft"

Thank you

Papiamentu: Danki ״Dahn-ki״

Dutch: Dank u wel "Dahnk-ew-vehl"

Excuse me

Papiamentu: Despensa ״This-pin-saw״

Dutch: Sorry "Saw-ree"

I dont understand

Papiamentu: Mi no ta komprondé ״Mee noh tah kom-pron-deh״

Dutch: Ik versta het niet "Ik vur-stass ut neet"

Coffee

Perfect for a mid-morning pick-me-up, Willemstad's charismatic locals flock to these charming cafés.

Lunch

Discover a world of culinary fusion at these restaurants, where Caribbean staples are given international flair.

Drinks

Lounge in the afternoon sun with a refreshing drink - some of Curaçao's bars sit right on the waterfront.

Shopping

Don't leave Curaçao empty-handed. Willemstad's charming shops have plenty of gifts and souvenirs to remember your trip by.

Culture

Curaçao isn't just crystal waters and white-sand beaches - Willemstad is a UNESCO World Heritage site packed with museums and historic buildings to visit.

Outdoor

Whether you want to dip in the cool waters or stroll along the beach; Curaçao's tropical climate will draw you outside.