Why Curacao
Curacao, the island of paradise
Established in 1499 as a Spanish launchpad for exploring northern South America, Curaçao was officially settled by Spain in 1527. It functioned as an island extension of Venezuela throughout the 1500s. As mainland colonization advanced, Spain slowly withdrew from the island. The city registry of Caracas, Venezuela holds one of the earliest written mentions of Curaçao. A document dated 9 December 1595 states that Francisco Montesinos, priest and vicar of "the Yslas de Curasao, Aruba and Bonaire" conferred his power of attorney to Pedro Gutiérrez de Lugo, a Caracas resident, to collect his ecclesiastic salary from the Royal Treasury of King Philip II of Spain.
Established in 1499 as a Spanish launchpad for exploring northern South America, Curaçao was officially settled by Spain in 1527. It functioned as an island extension of Venezuela throughout the 1500s. As mainland colonization advanced, Spain slowly withdrew from the island. The city registry of Caracas, Venezuela holds one of the earliest written mentions of Curaçao. A document dated 9 December 1595 states that Francisco Montesinos, priest and vicar of "the Yslas de Curasao, Aruba and Bonaire" conferred his power of attorney to Pedro Gutiérrez de Lugo, a Caracas resident, to collect his ecclesiastic salary from the Royal Treasury of King Philip II of Spain.
My favourite places in Curacao
Mambo
Busy, trendy white-sand beach with many nearby amenities, shops & a swimming area.
Address:
Bapor Kibrá, Willemstad, Curaçao
Punda
Beautiful "downtown" area. Looks of shops, restaurants and cool street murals. You don't have to look too far to see the art work, but I recommend taking the time to walk down all the side streets and alleys - lots of great artists on display
Address:
Willemstad, Curaçao
Blue Bay
White sand beach shaded by palm trees, also a popular snorkeling spot with resort amenities nearby.
Address:
Sint Michiel, Curaçao