bup1224

On 6/29/2022 at 8:34 AM, itsanita said:

I have another question for you ☺️

We have booked a private tour while there, 6 hours from 2-8pm.  This is what was suggested, but they said they will do whatever we choose.  Does this look good to you?   Other suggestions?  Thanks again for your help.  

 

• Sightseeing: Enjoy the beautiful sights whilst we drive towards the west side of the island.
• Flamingo Watching: Get the chance to see wild flamingos at the salt lakes of Sint Willibrordus.
• Shete Boka National Park: This national park is a must-visit when you decide to spend some time in Curaçao. Once you venture into this beauty of the island, you will discover many inlets which are home to 3 species of turtle nests. In Shete Boka, there are a variety of coves to explore where you can admire large and unpredictable waves crashing against an underground cave!
• Playa Kenepa Grandi: Enjoy one of the most popular beaches of Curaçao for some fantastic picture opportunities! Swim into the crystal blue water, dare to go cliff jumping, relax and go snorkeling!

Yes, Shete Boka is great and Kenepa Grandi is one of my favorite beaches. 

8 hours ago, itsanita said:

I know this is an old post, but I am interested in visiting this park.  Is it worth the trip?  It looks beautiful on line.  

Yes it is! I live here and go often!

7 hours ago, itsanita said:

We will be in port till 11pm on a Thursday.   Looking for something to do in the evening, perhaps a sunset cruise?  Is anything open around the ship in the evening?  

I live in Curaçao.  Thursday nights there is Punda Vibes, street vendors, stores stay open late, music and Fireworks at 8:15 right in Punda (across the Queen Emma Floating Bridge).

8 hours ago, eabplus2 said:

Thank you! I will tell DH and the family I am going with. Can you pay with a credit card? Or do we need cash. And is driving on the left or right? I live in the USA so we drive on the right.

Driving is the same as in the USA.  Contact Advance Car Rental.  He is wonderful 

2 hours ago, Lionesss said:

 

Working on that. 
 

Give me a few. 
 

We did hear 3/4 full

 

But will get numbers tomorrow 

 

 

Thank you! 

19 minutes ago, Lionesss said:

Our present location

 

 

SAILING. 
 

Yeah! Any confirmation of the number of passengers onboard?

19 hours ago, aring75 said:

There are several outdoor cafés in town. 
 

 

 

Or, if you turn and head to the waterfront, you can dine overlooking the water. (We did this on one of our previous trips, but were there too early today. 
 

 

 

Next to the restaurants of the Waterfront Arches, there is also a public restroom. 
 

Just an FYI, this public restroom hasn't been open in several years. It's a frequent question we get as to where is a public restroom in Punda. The only one (currently) is at the ferry station. 

7 hours ago, eabplus2 said:

We are a family of 4. We will be on Curaceo on July 14th. (7am to 6pm). Arriving on the Allure of the Seas. Tours from the criuse line are mostly booked up.(not all) I have looked into private tours and those too are booked up. Can you suggest things to do? How much are the taxis? Thank you.

Elizabeth

Contact Curaçao VIP taxi and Tour!

2 hours ago, aring75 said:

Wow that’s cool to hear. We love Curaçao. It’s one of our favorite Caribbean ports. 
 

And I found out from Cruise Director Mark that we are sailing at approximately 80% capacity with 2,923 passengers. 

Thank you! I can't mention my business name in here however think Italian Ice Cart, Punda, near the Queen Emma Floating Bridge 

1 hour ago, aring75 said:

Thanks!

 

I haven’t heard yet. But I will try to find out. I will say that it “feels” pretty close to normal. 
 

The Windjammer was packed. 

Thank you! I live in Curaçao (we are all excited to have more passengers lol) and work in Punda. 

5 hours ago, aring75 said:

Our boarding time was 11:30 am. Arrived at Port Canaveral at 11. PC is a little different from some other terminals. Here (at Terminal 1), you drive into the parking garage first floor to drop your luggage. Then, they will direct you to parking. For us, it was the open lot next door to the garage. You pay for parking at the time of arrival. 

Loving your live report! Do you know how many passengers onboard?

On 4/26/2022 at 10:25 PM, Jey01 said:

We’re coming memorial week on the Allure. It’s just me and the hubby and we’re renting a car. We’ve been there several times and I was planning on going early to Cas Abou beach. But I was reading that now they block a huge section off for formal shore excursions. Plus the carnival horizon will be there too! We’re thinking of going to Porto Marie instead. It says they don’t open until 930. Anyone know if that’s correct? We’ve been there and I can’t remember if it’s gated or what. Or any other beach we should check out?  Thanks!!! 

Blue Bay is nice, full service and closer to the port area. Arrange with your taxi driver a time to pick you up  

I live here in Curaçao. What I can tell you is the beach is big, plenty of room there. Snorkeling is very good, bring water shoes as some entry areas are a bit rocky.

Friends have stayed there and said the food was good.

On 4/29/2022 at 9:22 AM, sbowen said:

 

Is there a way to book or reserve chairs at Mambo Beach?

In some sections yes, Madero Beach Club, Mood Beach and Cabana Beach 

On 4/7/2022 at 3:52 PM, poocher said:

Well a few bars/restaurants/local shops would be nice AND facilities are pretty high on the list.

Then either Mambo, Blue Bay or Kokomo 

1 hour ago, poocher said:

Ok we like to walk but that might be a little much.  Maybe we’d walk there & taxi back?

I would not suggest walking there from the port. 

If you are literally just looking to go swimming,  there is a local beach called Marichi right in Punda, it's a small beach with no facilities currently 

3 hours ago, DaKahuna said:

Thank you.  It has been as good as we expected so far.  

 

Do you know how many passengers onboard?

10 hours ago, ReneeFLL said:

@bup1224Are there any tours with some history of the island? We aren’t really looking for any beach tours. Thanks.

Contact DunduTours.  She is absolutely amazing and a local!

On 3/11/2022 at 4:55 PM, LadyBerard said:

We will be cruising on the Rotterdam 3/20/22 sailing, and our itinerary and hours got changed for Aruba and Curacao.  We were booked on the Curacao Beach Express, but now will be getting into Curacao at 2 p.m.  So we canceled that excursion through Holland. So now, we will just taxi to a local beach for an hour and a half or so.  What beaches are closest to the port, and approximately what is the taxi fare to each?

Mambo Beach is a good option for you 

48 minutes ago, RocCruisers said:

Mea cupa.  Brain farce there.  So what is exciting to see if we rent a car?

Westpunt beaches - Grote Knip,  Cas Abao (abou), Porto Mari are just a few

36 minutes ago, ToddlerMom2016 said:

We’re sailing at 93% capacity!!! 

Thank you! I live in Curaçao and let our folks know. 

If you make it into Punda,  find the Italian Ice stand and me!

25 minutes ago, ToddlerMom2016 said:

Thank you!! Everyone’s been super friendly so far! 

Loving how you are reviewing your cruise and pre cruise.

Any idea of the number of passengers onboard?

6 hours ago, RocCruisers said:

I'm just starting to research the island, so, what kind of stops did you do in Bonaire? 

This is the Curaçao forum

On 2/14/2022 at 5:39 PM, lixogab said:

-Do they deliver the car to the cruise port or you have to go somewhere?

-What about the insurance ?

He meets you at the port

On 3/3/2022 at 10:36 AM, Beachlady53 said:

Any suggestions for deep sea fishing?  We arrive at 1:00pm and stay overnight until 6:00pm the following day.  Would love to do fishing trip with my son.  

Contact Fish Curaçao. 

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