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Curacao Vacations, Honeymoons, Hotels, Luxury Resorts and Curacao Travel Packages
Walking tour through historic Willemstad
The western part of old Willemstad, Otrabanda, is one of the most impressive and historic areas in the Caribbean. Dating from the eighteen and nineteenth centuries, Otrabanda still reflects the old Curaçao. Narrow and mysterious alleys and lanes with weather-beaten monuments to a glorious past and the splendid architecture found in the already restored districts. Guided tours are given every Thursday afternoon. Many tours company offers this tour.
Willemstad by pleasure train
Discover Willemstad, in a unique way, on our pleasure train. This unique mode of transportation takes you through the fascinating historic heart of Willemstad. You will pass interesting sights such as the floating market where Venezuelan merchants sell fresh fish and vegetables. The train then travels on to the picturesque district of Scharloo, home to successful merchants in the nineteenth century, and ends at the Mikve Israel Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in continuous use in the western hemisphere.
Curacao Bicycle Tour
Discover Curaçao and get some exercise at the same time! Cycle through the beautiful surroundings and the real Curaçao countryside. Most of the trip is on surfaced roads, but occasionally you'll come across a narrow track or hill, but on a mountain bike that won't be a problem. The cycling tour ends on one of the many beaches on Curaçao where you can recover from your trip and go swimming and snorkeling. For information ask at your hotel or Cruise Director or contact Caracasbay island
Curacao Jeep Safari Vacations
Get to know the Curaçao countryside by Jeep. Along narrow tracks, past grand estates, mansions, caves, flamingo's, huge fields of cactus and many gorgeous beaches. The tour is held on Wednesdays and Fridays. The experienced drivers can also make a night rally. For more information contact any of the tour operators.
Curacao Canoe Safari
 Looking for something different? These seaworthy and extremely stable canoes will take you along the breathtaking south coast of Banda Abou. And there's plenty of time on the way to go snorkeling in the best places and sunbathe on one of the picturesque beaches. Lunch is served on the beach! Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call Caracasbay island at 5999-747-0566
Curacao Sailing and Snorkel and Boat Trips
There are various organizations that offer trips to, for example, Klein Curaçao, Bonaire, Porto Marie bay, Cas Abou beach, the Spanish Water and Venezuela. A sunset or snorkel trip is one of the many possibilities.
Sailing Ship Bounty is an traditional gaff rigged schooner. The bounty is well equipped for divers. Three times a week trips are made to the most beautiful bays on the island. Most trips last the whole day and an excellent salad lunch is served at midday.
Miss Ann Boat trips offers day or moonlight trips, deep sea and other fishing trips, diving and party trips. Even spending a night on Klein Curaçao is a possibility.
Deep Sea Fishing on the Seascape: The Delta captain will take you to rich waters for the most challenging deep sea fishing. The boat is equipped with every facility for the watersport enthusiast.
Sailing Ship Insulinde can take you on a number of different trips. Day trips are organized to the East Point of the island, and to Porto Marie Bay. At the weekends, trips are possible to Bonaire and little Curaçao. Insulinde also makes trips to Venezuela.
Waterworld Curacao organizes various boat trips. A boat trip to Klein Curaçao is possible for as little as Nafl. 30,= . Snorkel, Banda Abao and sunset trips are also available.
Christoffel Park Vacation Excursions
On foot: Every day, by appointment, a walk goes to Savonet/Boca Grandi and shows how the plantation system was organized, how the irrigation system worked and how these activities affected the environment.
By car: There are three routes to take through the Christoffelpark, and they require the use of an experienced guide. The tours must be reserved in advance, and cost about Nafl 150,=, entrance fee included, for a maximum of six people. For information and reservations call the Christoffelpark between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.,
On horseback: The Christoffelpark has its own ranch; Rancho Alfin. Various routs for guided tours on horseback are offered ranging form one hour to an entire day trip. Inexperienced riders and children over 6 years old can also take part.
Curaçao is ranked among the Caribbean's best islands for diving: the "Mushroom Forest" is one of the top dives in the world. Shore diving is rated with the best in the Caribbean, and the island has been called one of the top destinations for new divers.
An arid climate, deep water close to the shore, distance from major sediment sources such as rivers, and painstaking reef conservation ensure that underwater Curaçao's pristine coral reefs remain home to a dazzling array of plant and animal life. Whether you are an experienced certified diver, a beginner or a snorkeler, our wide range of sites -- wall, reef, wrecks, even a "Car Pile" -- balmy water temperatures and excellent visibility (averaging about 100 ft.) provide an extraordinary experience for everyone.
Boat diving with a recommend dive operator is the most comfortable and luxurious way to dive Curacao, and for beginners with their Open Water Certificate, this option gives the greatest feeling of security. Many experienced divers prefer to head out and explore the numerous shore diving sites with their buddies. Most shore diving sites are easily accessible: with a good map of the island and a rental car, visitors can reach almost all sites in less than half an hour.
Curaçao is also home to the largest air station in the Caribbean, as well as two decompression chambers, one the largest in the Caribbean.
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