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Curacao is located in the Southern Caribbean Sea, just off the Venezuelan coast, the island and the smaller uninhabited island of Klein Curacao are a part of the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao). Curacao is the largest and most populous island of all three with a population of around 150,000 from more than 40 countries. Curacao has such a beautiful year-round climate, that it is often referred to as a tropical paradise, the temperatures rarely fall below 24 degrees, and climb to 40 degrees in the summer. 

Curacao has a very colorful history which is still very apparent on the island today. The Arawaks were the first to inhabit the island with their subgroups when they migrated from South America around 6,000 years ago. They discovered the island after they embarked on a centuries long northward trek, the group that ended up staying on the island were the Caiquetios. The discovery of the island by Christopher Columbus literally put Curacao on the map, and by the 16th century the Spanish had flocked here in large numbers only to abandon it again due to the lack of gold. Finally, the Dutch laid claim to the island in 1634 establishing plantations on the island, some of which can still be seen today.

Activities in Curacao

Curacao has a huge variety of activities to enjoy, and thanks to the wonderful weather, many of them are outdoors. Water-sports are some of the most popular activities on the island, however there are many other activities to enjoy too.

 Here is a list of just some of the activities:

• Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
• Sailing
• Windsurfing
• Golfing
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding

Curacao is a stunning island with amazing white sandy beaches, clear blue seas, and wonderful year-round weather. This is the perfect place to purchase a vacation home, or permanent home to relocate to with the whole family to live the perfect island life.

Buyers purchase property in Curacao for a number of reasons, including vacation homes, new permanent homes, and investment properties. There are many different types of property available on the island including condos overlooking the sea, beautiful luxury villas, family homes, houses in gated communities, vacant land and city homes. There is something that will suit every taste in Curacao, and every budget.

Dining in Curacao

Curacao, has its own delicious local cuisine native to the island, and anybody who is lucky enough to live in villa on the island or even just on vacation, should definitely sample some of the dishes on offer in one of the many beautiful restaurants. However, if you are not an adventurous type, you will be pleased to hear that there are plenty of international restaurants on the island too.

Here is a selection of restaurants in Curacao

•  Jaanchies Restaurant – This restaurant is located in Westpunt and has been serving traditional cuisine for 60 years.
• Komedor Krioyo – This is the place to come for a spicy Creole meal served in the casual gardens in Landhuis Dokerstuin.
• Boathouse - Serves international cuisine, in a beautiful location overlooking the Spanish water in Willemstad