Guest info

Preperations

Money & Payments

  • Digital Immigration Card (DI Card):
    To travel to Curaçao, you must complete the Digital Immigration Card online in advance. This is free of charge.
    You can fill in/apply for the DI Card no earlier than 7 days before departure.
    Officially, you must have a printed copy of the DI Card with you.
    https://dicardcuracao.com/portal
  • The apartment:
    In the apartment, you will find: bed linen, bath towels, the first roll of toilet paper, supplies for your first cup of coffee or tea, and kitchen towels. House Rules
  • Coffee machine:
    Most apartments have a Nespresso coffee machine. Only Chuchubi and the shared kitchen for Flamingo and Pelican have a filter coffee machine.
  • Check-in:
    Check-in is possible between 15:00 and 20:00.
    If your flight arrives later, late check-in is possible upon request.
  • Parking:
    Parking is available in front of the resort. It is free of charge, and there is always sufficient space. You can open and close the gate manually.
  • Public transport:
    Public transport in Curaçao is limited and unreliable compared to the Netherlands, so renting a car is strongly recommended. There are "Konvoi" (large buses) and "Bus" (private minibuses) mainly running via Punda and Otrobanda, but they run infrequently and not on a fixed schedule.
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.autobusbedrijf&hl=en
  • Taxis:
    24-7 Taxi services can be booked via the mobile app, website or phone (local 9-247 / international +5999 844 9247). They are not cheap and Uber is not available on Curaçao. Always agree on the price in advance.
    https://247taxi.cw/en/
  • Nature website:
    If you enjoy nature, diving, snorkeling and/or hiking, you will find lots of useful information on my other website:
    www.natuurcuracao.com
  • Tips:
    1. Rent a car. We also have rental cars available
    2. Download Google Maps with the Curaçao map on your phone.
    3. Install the free app: Otra Guide Curaçao.
    4. Adjust the settings of your debit card.
  • In your suitcase:
    Clothing: Light, airy clothing and swimwear. A UV shirt is useful (jackets are not necessary).
    Shoes: Flip-flops! Water shoes are also handy. If you plan to hike, bring Teva-style sandals or similar. If you plan to climb, bring hiking shoes as well.
    Snorkel gear: It is worth buying a good snorkel set in your home country. They are generally more expensive here. Cheap sets are available locally and we also have some available.
    Sunscreen: SPF 30, preferably reef-friendly.
    Mosquito repellent: with at least 25% DEET.
  • Currency:
    The official currency on Curaçao is the Caribbean guilder (Cg or XCG).
  • In many places, you can also pay with US dollars (USD), as long as the banknotes are clean and undamaged. A commonly used exchange rate is approximately XCG 1.75 = US$ 1. When paying in dollars, you will usually receive your change in Caribbean guilders.
  • Euros are rarely accepted. Exchanging money is only possible at a bank, which often takes time. Banks typically charge a fee of XCG 15 to 25, and you can exchange a maximum of €300 per day. Don’t forget to bring your passport and flight ticket.
  • Useful rule of thumb:
    The exchange rate is roughly €1 = XCG 2      USD: $1 = XCG1.75 
  • Paying on Curaçao:
  • Debit card
    In most supermarkets, shops, and restaurants, you can use a debit card. Keep in mind that your bank will usually charge a small currency exchange fee of about 1–2%.
  • Credit card
    Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted. American Express is accepted less frequently. Credit card payments are usually processed in US dollars, which often results in about 5% extra costs.
  • Apple Pay
    Apple Pay is not yet accepted everywhere on Curaçao, but the number of locations is growing.
  • Cash
    Cash payments are accepted almost everywhere, in Caribbean guilders or US dollars.
    For taxis, small beach bars, local guides, or some excursions, cash is sometimes the only option.
  • Cash & ATMs:
    It is difficult to obtain Caribbean guilders in other countries. If you want to have some cash upon arrival, it’s best to bring US dollars.
  • There is an ATM at Hato Airport, but it is not always operational. Fortunately, there are plenty of ATMs across the island.
  • When withdrawing money with a foreign debit card, both the local bank and your own bank will charge fees. Together, this can quickly add up to about $ 10 per withdrawal, regardless of the amount. Since the local bank charges a fixed fee per transaction, it is often cheaper to withdraw a larger amount at once. 
  • Important! Enable your debit card & bring your reader 
  • Helpful local tips:
  • 🚕 Taxis have fixed prices
    Taxis on Curaçao do not use meters. The government sets fixed rates for different routes. Always agree on the price in advance.
  • ⛽ Fueling on Curaçao
    At most gas stations, you need to pay at the cashier before fueling. You tell them the amount you want to spend.
  • If your tank cannot hold the full prepaid amount, you can simply return to the cashier to receive the difference.
  • Another option is to leave your credit or debit card with the cashier while you fuel. Once finished, you return to pay the exact amount.