Curacao

Introduction to Curacao

Unlike most Caribbean islands, the economy of Curacao is based on oil and related industries rather than tourism. Culturally diverse with good shopping and a wide range of entertainment. The landscape is dry with sparse vegetation, but swimming and diving are excellent.

Fast Facts

• Capital : Willemstad
• Airport : Hato
• Airport Code : CUR
• Language : Dutch, Papiamento
• Currency : Netherlands Antilles Guilder or Florin
• Secondary Currency : US Dollar
• Electric : 110-130v 50cps
• Dialling Code : 00 599
• Time : GMT - 4 hrs

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