Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2020 | Page 18

To Table of Contents interested in adventurous excursions , along with its roster of museums , trendy restaurants , art , culture and nightlife . While most stay in large hotels , there has been an increase in alternative accommodations such as high-end villas and vacation homes
How accessible is Curaçao to travellers with disabilities ?
Most public facilities in Curaçao ’ s airport , hotels , restaurants and even beaches are accessible to travelers with a disability . There is no specific organization that provides these resources , but all hotels in addition to facilities themselves , will be able to advise about accessible options for travellers with disabilities .
Countries have been encouraging locals to have Staycations and vacation at home , like tourists . Is Curaçao doing the same , and if so , what has been the response ?
Yes , Curaçao is doing the same and the response this summer has been terrific . Hotels have been particularly busy on weekends and during the school holidays , attractions have been busy .
How is Curaçao changing its tourism services and behaviours to adapt to this new normal ?
Curaçao has developed extensive protocols for all segments of the industry to deal with the new reality .
Curaçao ’ s tourism post-pandemic . What do you envision ?
We anticipate that when a vaccine for Covid-19 has been approved , that Curaçao ’ s tourism should resume accelerated growth and in the shortest possible time , return to pre-Covid levels .
What do you think Curaçao and the other Caribbean islands can do ensure tourism remains a viable industry for future generations ?
It is going to be very important that Tourism development is properly planned , and in that planning process , sustainability has to be a top priority .
What message do you have for readers / potential travellers who can travel to Curacao but are still a bit uncertain ?
Curaçao has done an excellent job containing the Coronavirus . As a destination , we have developed all the necessary protocols to maintain safety for visitors as well as the local population . Potential travelers can therefore book and travel to Curaçao with assurance and confidence .