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Off The Beaten Path In Curacao
uracao may be one of the can explore the park in a number
most underappreciated of ways, from hiking and biking
islands in the Caribbean. trails to horseback tours and
As many cruise ships make brief jeep excursions. Along the way,
stops at Curacao’s ports, you will see giant cacti, several
visitors only get to spend a few species of exotic flowers and
hours on the island. Hence, divi divi trees while protected
Curacao may seem like any other wildlife roams amongst the
Caribbean destination on the vegetation. In addition to
surface – beautiful weather, iguanas, rabbits and rare birds,
pristine beaches and plenty of you might catch a glimpse of the
shopping and dining. However, elusive whitetail Curacao deer –
Curacao possesses a truly unique a species thought to have come
small-town ambiance and a diverse from the coasts of South America
cultural heritage unknown in the 14th and 15th centuries.
anywhere else in the world. With The park offers guided deer
a wealth of activities available watching expeditions each
to visitors, Curacao is a great afternoon from 4pm to 6:30pm. As
destination for families and only eight people are allowed in
couples alike. If you are looking each deer-watching group, space
for a truly unique Caribbean is extremely limited and
vacation, visit some of these reservations are required.
sites off the beaten path on one
of the Caribbean’s most unique When in Curacao, you should also
islands. try to take advantage of
Christoffel Park’s other
Christoffel Park, Curacao’s activities. With options as
premier natural attraction, is diverse as cave excursions, full
composed of three former moon walking tours and
Caribbean plantations. Visitors presentations on the area’s flora
and fauna, the park has something to watch divers interact with
for every inquiring mind. these exotic creatures. After
Christoffel Park tours can be you’ve had your share of fun in
arranged through your hotel or the water, check out the on-site
travel agent and everything from museum and theatre for some added
mountain bikes to off-road education on Caribbean Sea life.
vehicles are available for rent. The beach outside the Curacao
Seaquarium is also great place to
One of the most unique relax with your family,
attractions anywhere in the highlighted by kid-friendly water
Caribbean is the Curacao sports options and pleasant shops
Seaquarium. Constructed in 1984, and restaurants.
this beachfront complex is
renowned for its open-water Though it may sound strange,
system that continuously pumps Curacao is home to one of the
fresh seawater into its aquaria. largest ostrich farms outside of
If you are traveling with young Africa. At the Curacao Ostrich
children, the touch tanks and Farm, children can interact with
feeding shows offer great both day-old chicks and adult
opportunities for safe and birds. Between 8am and 5pm you
informative interaction with sea can take a tour of the farm, hold
creatures. The Curacao Seaquarium ostrich eggs, pet the newborns,
also allows visitors to snorkel watch over 600 birds wander about
and dive with sea turtles, the grounds and learn about the
tropical fish and other exotic lives of these fascinating birds.
animals. You might even have the The gift shop is full of
chance to hand feed a shark or distinctive souvenirs, from local
stingray. Even if you don’t want products to African artwork.
to get wet, the Underwater There is even a nice café on site
Observatory Boat will allow you to enjoy a sunlit Caribbean
lunch. island for you. With activities
as diverse as those detailed
If you are looking to escape the here, you certainly won’t regret
crowds while on your Caribbean your journey off the beaten path
vacation, Curacao may be the in Curacao.
About the Author:
This article was written by Justin Burch. He writes select articles about unique Caribbean travel destinations for the Marriott Resorts.
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