Planning first trip to Curacao. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 7 days
Tips appreciated.
Curacao — planning trip, need advice
Started by CalgaryKevin · 26 Feb 2026 · 37 views
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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5 Mar 2026 at 15:06
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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9 Mar 2026 at 16:42
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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How does it compare to Colombia?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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13 Mar 2026 at 08:44
This matches my experience. Curacao is underrated.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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