CURAÇAO OVERVIEW
Curacao Overview
Curaçao, the largest island in the Netherlands Antilles, is geographically part of the Dutch Leeward Islands, also known as the Dutch Antilles. It is flat, rocky and fairly barren owing to its low rainfall.
Curaçao, is part of the Dutch Leeward Islands, also known as the Dutch Antilles. Willemstad, the capital, is noted for its brightly colored, Dutch-style houses and Cunucu dwellings (based on African-style mud and wattle huts). It is one of the finest shopping centers in the Caribbean.
The harbor has a floating market where colorful barges full of agricultural produce are moored. Nearby is the new market building, the design of which is very striking. St Christoffel National Park, occupying the most northwestern part of the island, is a nature reserve dominated by the mountain of the same name. There are many excellent beaches.

 HOWARD JOHNSON PLAZA 3
Howard Johnson Plaza
In the heart of the picturesque Dutch city of Willemstad, on the sun-drenched Caribbean island of Curaçao, this new hotel offers a central city location surrounded by quaint shops, restaurants, and museums. Charm is the key word for this bustling city, but gorgeous, pristine beaches aren?t far from the hotel. The affiliated beach club offers snorkeling, canoe trips, horseback riding, and scuba diving. A PADI dive shop is located on site. Test your luck in the hotel?s casino or explore the
historic sites of Punda and Otrobanda, the two sides of the city separated by St. Anna Bay and connected by a wonderful floating bridge known as the Swinging Old Lady. Contact us for Rates

 PLAZA HOTEL CURAÇAO 3
Curacao Plaza
Built on the 17th century Waterfort at the entrance of the natural St. Anna Bay harbor the 
Plaza Hotel Curaçao stands tall presiding over the vibrant historical city centre.
Within walking distance of the cultural and historical attractions, main shops and offices,
terraced cafes and restaurants, the Plaza Hotel Curaçao is ideal for both the leisure and business traveler. 
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