Curaçao lies in the southern part of the Caribbean Sea. Curacao, Aruba and Bonaire form the Benedenwindse Islands also called the ABC Islands. Curaçao is the largest of the three islands and has approx. 145,000 inhabitants consisting of 52 nationalities. The island is 62km (38.5 miles) long and its width varies from 5 to 14 km (3 to 8.5 miles). Because of the always-present northeast trade winds it is never too hot having an average temperature of 27.8 degrees Celsius (82F) and an average sea temperature of 27.1 degrees Celsius (81F).

Beginning in the sixties, tourism has become a very important income source for the island. The district of Jan Thiel has developed into one of the popular tourist destinations. Jan Thiel is 5 km (3 miles) east of Willemstad. It is safe, clean and a short distance from several of the most popular beaches of the island such as Caracas Bay, Spanish Water and Jan Thiel Bay. Mambo Beach, Kontiki and Wet and Wild are also a short distance from Jan Thiel.

In addition to the beaches and the sea; you can enjoy walking, cycling or horseback riding through the Jan Thiel Zoutpannen nature area. Of course there are many nice restaurants where you can eat while enjoying the Caribbean style. Do not forget to take time for a trip to one of the many country houses, the caves of Hato, the ostrich farm, the herb garden of Dina Veeris, the museum of slavery, the Seaquarium and so on.

The delicious climate and the versatility of the island make Curaçao a fantastic vacation destination for all ages.