Bon tardi Everyone! After today's weather, i don't think i'm going to stay in Kuwait any longer! I decided to travel, who's coming with me to CURACAO!
Bon Bini (Welcome) to Curacao!
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DEFINITION
Curaçao is an island in the southern Caribbean Sea, off the Venezuelan coast. The Country of Curaçao includes the main island plus the small, uninhabited island of Klein Curaçao ("Little Curaçao"), is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Its capital is Willemstad.
Curaçao is the largest and most populous of the three ABC islands ( Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao) of the Lesser Antilles, specifically the Leeward Antilles. It has a land area of 444 square kilometres (171 square miles). Population: 141,766 in the year of 2009.
I recommend you guys not to miss the Caribbean’s Paradise; i bet that you will fall in love with world-class diving and beaches, the exciting outdoor adventures, and the fascinating Curacao people. For those people who love tanning, Sea & Summer activities, nightlife and partying, then Curacao is the right place for you!
Curaçao’s ethnic inhabitants - the Arawak, Dutch, Spanish, West Indian, Latin, and African - have created a rich heritage and thriving culture. Curaçao’s culture embraces many languages.
Although Dutch is the Curacao official language, and English and Spanish are also widely spoken, many residents speak Papiamentu — a Creole mixture of Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, English, and Arawak Indian.
WHERE TO STAY?
There are a lot of different places to stay such as Large Hotels, Small Hotels, Bungalows, Apartments, Luxury Villas and Guesthouses.
They have nearly 15 museums including:
Curaçao Museum In this spacious museum the geological history of Curacao is displayed, as well as pre-Colombian Indian artifacts, beliefs and mode of living, a traditional plantation kitchen; antique mahogany furniture (18th and 19th century) and paintings by local and international artist.
Den Paradera refers to Paraguiri Indians who long ago had the biggest herb garden for healing people at the east side of the island. When the Spaniards came, they brought their slaves to the Paraguiri Indians to be cured and called the location " En Paradera". Later the local people changed this name into "Den Paradera" which means "the place where you feel at home" Tourists can enjoy a walking trail trough the garden.
Kura Hulanda Museum This museum impressively exhibits the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade in its totality, from slave capture in Africa through the Middle Passage and the relocation in the New World. The museum Kurà Hulanda demonstrates that the African and diverse cultural heritage has influenced Curaçaoan and Caribbean societies until today.
ATTRACTIONS & RESTAURANTS
• Diving and Snorkeling
• Beaches
• Willemstad
• Sights and Sounds
• Adventure and Sports
• Guided Tours
• Family Fun
• Restaurants
• Shop and Splurge
• Entertainment and Nightlife
• Festivals and Events
• Art Galleries
• Spas & Spiritual Center
Carnival, Dancing & Music
Curacao nightlife can be packed with lively entertainment as you like.
If you want to dance and mingle with the locals, stick to the streets. The people there are generally friendly and family-oriented. And if you get the chance to join the parade, definitely take it! It’s an experience of a lifetime.
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[BLender Whisper]: Don't you dare forget your Camera!!!
Te otro biaha everyone! meaning see you later! ;)