Planning first trip to Curacao. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 7 days
Tips appreciated.
Curacao first timer tips
Started by OrlandoOscar · 11 Mar 2026 · 1276 views
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How does it compare to Colombia?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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This matches my experience. Curacao is great value.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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