Things To Do In Curacao
December 1st, 2009 | 
Author: Things To Do In Curacao
Curacao is a Dutch Island in the Caribbean and is a popular holiday destination for mainly Dutch US Colombian and Venezuelan tourists. There are plenty of excellent attractions and activities which travelers can enjoy during their vacation on this magnificent and tropical Caribbean Isle.
If you are planning a trip to Curacao then there are a number of local destinations which you should definitely visit and activities to partake in and which are listed down below.
Willemstad
This is the islands capital and is listed on the UNESCOs World Heritage List. The town is filled with many beautiful colorful building and is ideal for wondering around as traffic is limited. There are also a number of great restaurants and lively bars located along the waterside of Willemstad.
Sea Aquarium
A very popular tourist attraction is the excellent Sea Aquarium which is located a short distance away from the Breezes resort. This is an excellent place for both children and adults to learn more about the local flora and fauna. If your dream has always been to swim with dolphins then your dream can come true at this great sea aquarium.
Hato Caves
No visit to Curacao can be complete with a visit to the world famous Hato Caves. Travelers can enjoy the magnificent sights of stalagmites and stalactites. Organized tours are organized in these caves and can be booked through the concierge at your hotel or resort.
Diving
This Dutch Island in the Caribbean is one of the leading diving destinations in the world. Divers from around the world visit this destination each year and there are many wonderful dive spots. Many hotels have on site dive schools and shops which can help you plan and organize your dive trips.
Casinos
If you like to play a game of poker or black jack then you will be pleased to hear that there are numerous large casinos from which you can choose. Many of the large 5 star hotels have their own casino. You can normally play either in local currency or in US Dollars. The most popular casino is the Emerald Casino which is located at the Marriott hotel.
Nightlife
There is a lively and energetic nightlife on Curacao and range from large outdoor beach discos until small music bars. The most popular nightlife venues include the TMF Caf Baya Beach Club and Club Xclusive.
About the writer: James is travel consultant living on Phuket and is working on a number of projects. If you are looking for information about Phuket then be sure to visit his Phuket guide which includes an excellent section on Phuket Villas.
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