Today marked the festive “opening” / vernissage of the inspiring mural titled “Discovery Journey” at Vespucci College! The project was part of the celebration of their 25th anniversary, during which an unused part of the schoolyard was transformed into a fun space for the students. This includes a trendy snack-container café called “Snack & Chat”, … Read More
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2BAYS: Sustainable Port Development
2BAYS Curaçao: Pioneering a New Era of Sustainable Port Development Curaçao’s industrial landscape is at a crucial turning point, marked by a shift towards sustainable and forward-thinking initiatives that promise to reshape the island’s future. As the global conversation around environmental responsibility intensifies, local stakeholders are looking for innovative ways to balance economic growth with … Read More
West End Building
Willemstad’s Otrobanda district, a place steeped in history and cultural significance, is witnessing a remarkable transformation. At the heart of this renewal stands the West End project, an ambitious development by Albus Properties that is rapidly taking shape between Brionplein and Riffort. According to Sidarth Samtani, one of the project managers, the construction is on … Read More
Curacao Monuments Online
Discover the rich tapestry of Curaçao’s history via CuraçaoMonuments.org, your essential guide to exploring over 860 of the island’s preserved historical and architectural gems. Curaçao, with its vibrant history and rich cultural heritage, is a destination that captivates visitors from around the world. But to truly appreciate the depth of the island’s history, you need … Read More
A New Chapter for Waterfort Plaza
The transformation of Waterfort Plaza takes a monumental step forward this month with the commencement of the dismantling of the iconic, yet deteriorating, Plaza Hotel in Punda, paving the way for a new era in the historic district. This month marks a significant milestone in the ongoing redevelopment of Waterfort Plaza, as the dismantling of … Read More
Papiamento Added to Google Translate
In a significant milestone for linguistic diversity, Google Translate has recently incorporated Papiamento as one of its language options. Papiamento, the vibrant creole language spoken in the Caribbean islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, boasts a rich history and evolution. The inclusion in Google Translate not only highlights the language’s cultural significance but also aids … Read More
Next Kaya Kaya Festival Coming
The Kaya Kaya Festival is back and ready to transform Otrobanda, Willemstad, into a vibrant hub of art, music, food, history, and culture. Starting at 4 PM, the festival invites everyone to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Ser’i Otrobanda’s heritage and creativity. The date of the next event has been communicated this week: … Read More
TUI Blue Curaçao Hotel Santa Martha
TUI Blue Curaçao Hotel Construction Construction has officially commenced on the TUI Blue Curaçao hotel at the site of the former Coral Cliff Hotel in Groot Sta. Martha. Set to feature 300 rooms, the hotel is scheduled to open in 2026. According to the TUI Blue management, this marks a significant milestone in their development … Read More
Michael Wanga: the Artistic Shaman
Michael Wanga: Unveiling the Artistic Shaman In the vibrant landscape of performance art, a new force is emerging, shaping narratives with rhythm, movement, and spirituality. Michael Wanga, a multifaceted talent known by the alias Karpachii, embodies this fusion of creativity and cultural exploration. As part of the esteemed Hoge Ogen trajectory at Bijlmer Parktheater, Michael … Read More
First Humans on Curacao
Study finds human activity on Curaçao began centuries earlier New research conducted jointly by Simon Fraser University (SFU) and the National Archaeological Anthropological Memory Management (NAAM) Foundation in Curaçao has pushed back the earliest known human settlement of the island by centuries, shedding light on pre-Colombian Caribbean history. The Curaçao Cultural Landscape Project, initiated in … Read More