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About Curacao

Learn everything about the colorful and vibrant island, Curacao. Get to know about its geography, location, climate and environment. Before the trip to Curacao awaits you, it important to immerge yourself in its culture, value and norms. On this page we provide you with all of the information that is necessary to start your visit with lots of confidence. Do not forget to check some practical information regarding money, covid, transportation and medical health facilities offered on the island. All of the detailed information is listed down below.

Climate

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Culture

Languages
Dutch, Papiamentu and English are the official languages. Spanish is also widely used.

Religious Services
Curacao offers a variety of houses of worship to its visitors. For information on locations and hours of services, please inquire at your hotel’s front desk.

Geography & Location

Geography
Approximately 180 square miles, the largest island in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Curaçao’s highest point is Mt Christoffel at 1,239 feet. Located 1,710 miles from New York, 35 miles north of Venezuela.

Climate
Annual averages: temperature 82°F, rainfall 22″, water temperature 81°F.

Time
Atlantic Standard Time, one hour ahead of New York, except during Daylight Savings when the time is the same.

Conservation
Please respect the environment by not littering, not touching marine life or wildlife, and leaving rocks and shells in their original spaces. Also ensure souvenirs are not made from protected species like sea turtles, black coral, and the lignum vitae tree. And please reuse and refill drinking containers to help reduce the plastic trash problem.

Money & Currency

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Medical & Health

Medical
In case of illness, you can go to one of the pharmacies called “Boticas.” Benu Pharmacy has 3 locations where you can go

Dominguito   Caracasbaaiweg 164          +5999 461 7988
Otrabanda    Pater Euwensweg 46           +5999 462 5633
Palu Blanku Frater Radulphusweg 1        +5999 735 2999

Opening hours
Monday till Saturday: 08.00 AM – 07.00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Emergency Numbers

Ambulance ………………………………………………………… 912
Coast Guard ………………………………………………………. 913
Fire Department…………………………………………………. 911
Hospital …………………………………………………………….. 910
Police ………………………………………………………………… 911
SOS Line…………………………………………………………….. 127
Tourist Emergency Line……………………………………….. 917

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Covid-19

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