Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine April 2016 | Page 63

About

CURAÇAO

A destination of choice for the cultural explorer, the
former Dutch colony offers an exclusive alternative
to the region. A city-face so beautiful that it was
named a UNESCO world heritage site, the country
offers a unique fusion of European-island culture,
with distinctive architecture and cuisine, bonded over
centuries of tradition and new local flair.
Home to more than 35 captivating beaches, a diverse
heritage spanning 55 different cultures, a ‘live and let
live’ attitude and unrivaled European architecture,
Curaçao remains one of the most exceptional islands
in the Caribbean.
The island was recently selected as one of USA Today’s
10 Best Caribbean destinations, and its

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The capital city, Willemstad, a UNESCO
World Heritage site, features an iconic colorful
backdrop, as well as an intriguing roster of museums,
monuments, flavorful restaurants and shopping.
Curaçao’s natural beauty, pristine diving, and
snorkeling sites are a favorite with divers and
adventure seekers, and its beaches and idyllic weather,
situated on the outer fringes of the Hurricane Belt, has
won it further accolade and recognition.
Easily accessible for North American travelers,
Curaçao recently launched twice-weekly direct flights
from New York via JetBlue, as well as weekly service
from Canada. The island also offers daily flights from
Miami with American Airlines and Insel Air