Informatin about Curaçao Curaçao

Until October 10, 2010, Curaçao was part of the Netherlands Antilles as an island territory, which together with the Netherlands and Aruba belonged to the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Curaçao is a tropical island, located in the southern part of the Caribbean Sea. Together with Bonaire and Aruba, it forms the Leeward Islands, also known as the ABC islands. Curaçao is the largest of these three islands. Curaçao consists of the island of Curaçao and the island of Klein Curaçao, which is located 10 kilometers from the east coast. The highest point is the Sint Christoffelberg with 375 m. The island consists of coral limestone and volcanic rock.

Curaçao has six natural harbors, which were created by the sea eroding the coral limestone. The largest of these, the Schottegat, the harbor of Willemstad, is located on the southwest side.

• Promising sectors in Curaçao include: tourism, logistics, financial services, business services
• The population is price-sensitive and attached to the large and popular brands. The product range is fully geared towards this. The consumer is aware that the range is limited due to imports.
• Due to additional transport and customs costs, products in Curaçao are more expensive than in the surrounding countries.
• Papiamento is the official language of the country and the most widely spoken, followed by Dutch and English.
• It is appreciated if you can speak a few words from the native language
• People from Curaçao do their business in a relaxed manner, a meeting often starts with social topics.
• Everyone knows each other in Curaçao. It is therefore customary to greet each other and impolite not to do so.
• Make sure you arrive on time for a meeting.

• The island has an excellent infrastructure, which far exceeds that of the region. Curaçao currently lives partly from trade, including offshore trade and tourism.
• The country's GDP is 3.1 billion (2020)
• The country has an area of ​​444 km2
• Curaçao's main industry is oil refining, which began in 1918 from an oil refinery in Curaçao.
• Curaçao also produces liqueurs
• The island is known for its colorful colonial architecture, beautiful beaches and vibrant culture