• 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.

Curaçao Practical information

• 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 

• 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.

House Rules