Hospitable and always sunny, Curacao bids you a warm welcome. The friendly inhabitants, first class hotels, wonderful climate, crystal clear seawater, fascinating architecture, floating market, pontoon bridge, secluded bays, rich fauna and flora, and the many possibilities for excursions and entertainment make Curaçao the Caribbean tourist paradise.
Once the tropical sun sets, the ever-present trade winds make Curacao pleasantly balmy, even after the warmest day. Happy hours are a local institution, almost ever hotel and restaurant has one, as well as most pubs and casino's. Locals tend to dress very fashionably for a night on the town; most places are air conditioned. Hotels have a full calendar of evening events. If Lady Luck seems to be beckoning try your hand at a casino; most are open 2 pm till 5 am daily. Consult the calendar of events for major festivals.
Curaçao has a large selection of international restaurants, with a wide variety of cuisine. A note on dress: beachwear is not appropriate except for beach bars and takeout, shorts and sandals for men are not acceptable at many places. Expect locals to dress very fashionably. Many restaurants are air-conditioned; you may want to bring a light jacket or coverup. Most restaurants add a 10% service charge beside the government 5% sales tax.. You may leave an additional tip if you are pleased with the service.
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