Curacao
cuisine celebrates the island's history with a unique blend of Dutch and
Caribbean inspired dishes. Seafood is the main staple in Curacao, and
there's no shortage of fresh seafood caught daily around the island. If
you're feeling adventurous try Keshi Yena, a cheesy signature dish of
Curacao, or try a sweet treat, Poffertjes is a delicious Dutch pancake that is popular throughout
the island.Reach out to me today by email or DM Curacao culinary adventure!
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Start your
day off slow and relax into the laid-back tempo of the island. Nap on the beach
for a spell or have a lazy afternoon lying in a hammock. Let your worries
be drift away with the tides while you do as much or as little as you'd
like. When you are visiting Curacao, you are on island time.Reach out to me today by email or DM to plan your trip to Curacao.
Curacao is a
nation full of natural beauty and rich history. Initially settled by the
Spanish, Curacao quickly because a global trading hub when the Dutch West
India Company took lead of the island in the early 1600s. Since then, the
island has become a melting pot of European and Caribbean culture, with
most natives speaking up to four languages.
No trip to
Curacao is complete without trying Blue Curacao. This famous local liqueur
produced from the dried peel of the Laraha citrus fruit, grown right on
the island. Mimicking the bright blue shade of the water, Blue Curacao
offers a little taste of paradise. Ask the bartender to make you a Turqa
& Cocos or a Blue Lagoon and enjoy the tropical flavors while in this
tropical paradise!Reach out to me today by email or DM trip to Curacao.
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Almost as
colorful as the buildings themselves, the birds of Curacao blend in
perfectly with the island's vibrant atmosphere. From the buildings to the
fruits and the birds, the colors of Curacao are sure to brighten your
stay. Surround yourself with color and excitement when you escape to this
island paradise.DM or email me to learn more about Curacao.
Have you ever
ridden a pontoon bridge? The Queen Emma Pontoon bridge, also known as the
Swinging Old Lady, spans the St. Anna Bay in Curacao. Connecting Punda and
Otrabanda in the capital city of Willemstad, the bridge with its colorful
arches is an iconic national treasure. Worried you might get stuck on one
side? Never fear! Pedestrians are still allowed to cross the bridge with a
little help from a ferry to finish the journey.DM or email me today to begin planning your trip to Curacao.
Wake up.
Swim. Repeat. Waste no time traveling to the beach and book a room right
on the water. The famous Willemstad lagoon is the perfect spot to call
home during your stay on Curacao. Jump right in the clear turquoise water
or take a boat directly out to the ocean for a cruise around the island.
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DM or email me today to plan your next trip to vibrant Curacao.
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Designate some time to get to know the island's unique history on your next vacation. DM or email me today to learn more about Curacao!
When it comes to planning a trip where the fun in the sun and beaches you only see on television are concerned, the Caribbean is one of the premier destinations in the world. It is an area that people flock from all over to admire the beauty and fun the Caribbean delivers.
Often
when people think about going to the Caribbean, they look into visiting St.
Kitts, Grand Cayman, Saint Martin, or Antigua. These are amazing places that
have so much to offer visitors, but they are not the only choices. There is an
island that tends to get overlooked by many: Curacao.
5 Reasons To Consider Curacao
Curacao is a beautiful island that is located just east of Aruba and just off the coast of Venezuela. Curacao has so much to offer visitors, and here are five reasons as to why Curacao needs to be on anyone's radar if they're looking to take a trip to the Caribbean.
1. The Beaches.
Anyone traveling to the Caribbean is going because of their desire for fun under the sun. There are 35 different beaches to hit while visiting Curacao. So many beaches considering that it only takes an hour and a half to drive the length of the island. Every beach has a personality of its own; there is a beach that will suit any visitors' desires.
2. Affordability
3. Nightlife
For those who are looking to fill your days and nights with fun, Curacao has a hopping nightlife scene. Live music is a staple of this multicultural island, and all types of music can be heard, from jazz to soca. There is going to be the perfect bar or watering hole for any traveler.
4. Art.
If you are looking to partake in a bit more of a
sophisticated type of fun, there are plenty of arts across the island to enjoy.
From excellent art galleries to stunning murals across the cities, there is art
to be enjoyed everywhere. There are also multiple museums for visitors to see
and enjoy.
5. Culture.
The island of Curacao is a multicultural place that has a varied history. Citizens of Curacao carry a Dutch passport, but from the native Arawak people to the Spanish, Portuguese, and Jewish peoples, there have been a lot of influences on this island. Its proximity to South America also adds to its diversity.
Curacao is a place that every traveler needs to consider. It is a beautiful island that has as much to offer travelers as any of the other more popular island destinations. Maybe the fact that this island flies under the radar of many Caribbean travelers can be another reason as to why it is such a great place. Happy travels!
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St. John's Cathedral is also known as St. John the
Divine. The Cathedral Church of the Diocese of North Eastern Caribbean and
Aruba is an Anglican church nestled on a hilltop in St. John's, Antigua and
Barbuda. The cathedral, with its stunning twin towers, was constructed on a
fossilized reef in 1845 and is currently in its third incarnation, as
earthquakes in 1683 and 1745 ruined the old structures. The iron gates found on
the south facade of the church are bound by pillars showcasing leading Biblical
figures of St. John the Divine and St. John the Baptist.
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Jolly Beach is not the real name of the beach. Instead, the beach is located at Jolly Harbour, where the famous Hotel Jolly Beach stands.
Darkwood Beach is the most reachable and convenient. It's right along the road when you are traversing from Jolly Harbour to English Harbour.
Turners Beach is located just a few miles from Darkwood Beach. The beach is another tranquil white sand uninhabited beach just waiting for you.
Carlisle Bay is a tasteful and stylish property with a private beach and exquisite, sophisticated rooms. Some of the places them overlook the beach and the turquoise bay.
Winward Bay Beach is slightly more primitive and wilder. It's about a 10-minute walk from Pigeon Point.
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Raising a toast with all these authentic Caribbean drinks is quite an adventure for the tastebuds! I'd love to help you plan your trip, so call or email when you're ready to start planning.
Water-lovers will have the time of their lives in
Antigua. With its magnificent beaches, crystal clear waters, and tropical
weather, there are surely lots of water-based activities to try. There's
swimming with the stingrays if you are looking for adventure. You can relish a
romantic sunset on a catamaran or a jet-ski. You can even spend a day traveling
over to Barbuda or another offshore island. Like any other Caribbean
destination, Antigua and Barbuda are great places to go snorkeling, deep-sea
fishing, and scuba diving. Sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are also
trendy water sports in Antigua.
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The island is part of the country of Antigua & Barbuda. With about 68 square miles, Barbuda is a coral island just 30 miles north of Antigua. In the Eastern Caribbean, sitting in the middle of the Leeward Islands, where the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meet is Antigua.
The highest point in Antigua is Mount Obama. The name was changed in 2009 to give honor to former US President Barack Obama. Some of the island's famous residents include Oprah Winfrey, Jamaica Kincaid, Giorgio Armani, Richard Branson, and Eric Clapton.
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The Antigua cruise ship dock is your first stop when
you're aboard a cruise ship on the Caribbean, and Antigua happens to be in the
itinerary. The pier is located at Heritage and Redcliffe Quay, in the capital
of St. John's. This modern 900-foot dock, which can accommodate up to four
cruise ships a day touring the Caribbean, was built in 1988. Conveniently, it
is situated just steps from duty-free shops, restaurants, boutiques, and
services at Heritage and Redcliffe Quays. Shop, eat lunch, try some popular
taxi tours around the island, or drive to one of the many beautiful Antigua
beaches.
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A holiday is best spent in Antigua simply lounging
around while sipping a rum punch, and working on a tan while the warm
tradewinds keep you cool. There are a variety of guided tours in Antigua,
including eco, sailing, motorboat, and land tours, as well as yacht charters
for a day of sport fishing. Each excursion will provide a different experience.
Spend a whole day snorkeling off a beach, sunbathing, sightseeing, relaxing, or
doing whatever you like.
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The Caribs and Arawaks add hot and mild chilies, allspice, roucou, and West-Indian bay leaves to smoked meat. They were the ones who trained the newcomers to this technique, which eventually earned them the name, Buccaneers. Europeans added thyme, pepper, and mustard. They planted Asian spices like cassia, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. Africans added broadleaf thyme, which is today known as West-Indian thyme. Imagine the sumptuous possibilities with all these ingredients and spices added into the dishes.
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Antigua and Barbuda are exotic, making them ideal
locations to charter a luxury yacht. Among all Caribbean islands, they have
more anchorages and beaches. Let's just say they have a beach for every day of
the year. Yup, 365 amazing beaches.
It's not surprising that Antigua is the forerunner when it comes to Caribbean destinations, and because of this, it features the most exclusive charter yachts. Even the islands nearby offer diverse activities for those cruising on ships. Note that Antigua has a large international airport, stunning waterfront shopping, an exciting museum, and a lovely cathedral.
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For beach bums, Antigua is heaven on Earth. It has 365
beaches. You can visit one every day of the year. Antigua only measures 20
kilometers long and 17 kilometers wide. The island is brimming with rolling
green hills, tall palm trees, and long stretches of sand.
What's your idea of lounging on the beach? Whether you plan to people watch, go snorkeling, enjoy windsurfing, or swim in the clear waters, it's all in Antigua. You will find that all beaches in Antigua and Barbuda are open to the public, but there are some hard-to-reach beaches. The desolate beaches are the most beautiful and tranquil ones you can find.
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Do you love seafood? Then the cuisine in Antigua is perfect for you! Just like any island, the
seafood is extensive. I am guessing you've tried lobsters, but I'm quite sure
you haven't tasted fried red snapper, sunfish, or kingfish. You can try them
all in Antigua. You must also try gambas prawns, lambi, and soudons clams.
Interestingly, the preparation includes Creole traditions, using a lot of local
spices and herbs. Some dishes even incorporate French features, but the
combination of two different types of cuisine results in a dish that is
distinct in taste.
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It will take a 90-minute ferry ride north of the island to reach Barbuda. It's unbelievably edged with eight-miles of pristine pink sand beaches. It gets its warm hue from the crushed corals in the sand. What else makes the island a perfect honeymoon location? It's warm temperature all year round. Antigua is undoubtedly a charming place waiting to be explored.
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It's not a trip without cocktails. Like its neighbors
in the Caribbean, Antigua produces excellent rum-based drinks. The most common
of all the drinks are rum punch, but not far behind are the daiquiris. While
the perfect match to the sandy white beaches and turquoise seas of the
Caribbean islands is a refreshing piña colada or strawberry daiquiri, you can
expect a lot more of happy hour here - and
that's a tip coming from the locals themselves. It's a cultural experience
tasting recipes that feature fresh local ingredients and sipping liquors that
bring significant bits of history to mind. Each toast is a welcoming treat to the taste buds.
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Antigua should be on your bucket list.
Antigua is situated in the Caribbean east, southeast of St. Kitts and north of Guadeloupe and Dominica. It is a picturesque island that people dream of visiting when they fantasize about a Caribbean getaway. Antigua is categorized by its beautiful ocean views and turquoise blue waters. What most people don't realize is that there is a lot more to this island than just the beaches.
There are beautiful beaches like Half Moon Bay, Dickenson Bay, Galley Bay, and Valley Church. These are just the right places to enjoy sunbathing, water sports with the family, swimming, and snorkeling fun, but there is so much more to do.
Betty’s Hope
Betty's Hope was the first and the most
abundant sugar plantation on the island of Antigua. It stands as a reminder of
the role that Antigua played in the British Colonial Era. It was a plantation
that helped Britain generate considerable wealth in the Caribbean.
Established in 1674, it was named after the daughter of one of the former owners. The comprehensive visitor’s center and museum educate tourists on the daily lives of slaves on this plantation. It also offers a way to step back into the past and understand Antigua’s rich history.
St. John’s Saturday Morning Market
St. John is the capital of Antigua and is the
center of island life on Saturday mornings. This market draws in vendors from
all over the island and provides a wonderful place for tourists to spend time.
This market is a beautiful reflection of Antigua. You can get in touch with the
locals, their incredible culture, and their fun way of life.
Nelson’s Dockyard National Park and Shirley Heights
Nelson's Dockyard, located in English Harbor,
served the British Naval Fleet during the Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815). It also
served as the headquarters for Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson from 1784-1787. The
area is filled with shops, restaurants, cafes, shops, and even a museum where
you can spend a fantastic day out in Antigua.
Shirley Heights is a great hike that you can take from the Dockyard. Shirley Heights is just under 500 feet above sea level, and the summit of this hike allows for views of Guadeloupe island and the active volcanic island of Montserrat, both located just to the south. It is also a prime spot for a great Sunday night party at the Shirley Heights Lookout Bar and Restaurant. For more nightlife fun head to Falmouth and English Harbors.
With a wide selection of markets, shops, and restaurants to tour while in Antigua, this island filled with rich colonial history offers plenty of activities away from the beach.
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Feeling romantic and planning a getaway with a special someone? Antigua and Barbuda are the perfect places to start. There are a handful of incredible options for romancing in Antigua and Barbuda, and you will definitely be inspired.
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So, come and rest your mind and enjoy a relaxing vacation to Antigua and Barbuda! I'd love to help you plan your trip, so be sure to call or email me when you're ready to start planning.
