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One-on-One with Izaline Calister
Izaline who? If you’re new to the island you might be asking that question but for many others her music is highly acclaimed. She is the recipient of the 2009 Edison Award (the Dutch equivalent of a Grammy) in the world music category and we caught up with her to find out what makes her…
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LIVING IN CURAÇAO
Olivia closed her eyes and remembered. There she was, barely a year ago, standing in her finely pressed suit in front of the senior partner of her firm, reporting on the client’s latest demands. Olivia wondered “will this slavery ever stop?” Pay check after pay check, there was no end in sight to the thankless,…
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Freedom Fighters
It is an island’s history that breathes spirit into the future of its people and in Curaçao the people’s history is deeply rooted to the legends of their past. This is the story of two men who rose up and influenced the course of history; the white man Luis Brión, son of Dutch merchant Pedro…
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Evelien Sipkes…Living her Dream
When art is in your heart it’s never too late to start. Evelien Sipkes knows a lot about that. As a matter of fact, you might say it’s her mantra. At age 35 her desire to incorporate the art of jewelry making into her daily regime had finally come to life. Born in Amsterdam…
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Bon Bini! In Papiamento for- Welcome!
When you arrive at the Curaçao International Airport, you’re greeted by not only the warm breeze and friendly smiles, but also with a sign that says Bon Bini or Welcome in the local language called Papiamento. Revered for its sandy beaches and cosmopolitan flair, what also make Curaçao inimitable are the many languages spoken by…
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Curaçao in Full Color
The explosion of colours. The smiles. The history. None of the internet research I did prepared me for this gem in the Caribbean. I arrive late and am touched by the warm and welcoming breeze of a typical Caribbean night as I’m driven to the hotel eager and ready for my first morning on the…
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A Curacao Chow Down
A Caribbean blend of global flavors, Curaçao’s cuisine is influenced primarily by Dutch culture with an added dollop of Creole flair, African traditions and European expertise. A unique cuisine that is Curacao’s melting pot is guaranteed to tantalize the taste buds while dishing up an authentic slice of island life. Local menus include fish fresh…
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Aqualectra Water Plant
Curaçao is an island surrounded by beautiful, crystalline water. The captivating ocean not only serves to attract visitors to the island, it is also a precious commodity for its inhabitants. Unlike its northern Caribbean neighbors, Curaçao does not have abundant rainfall. A total rainfall of 570mm (22 inches) per year is not nearly enough to…
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Tears of Joy
Dolphin Therapy: Offering Families Hope Tears welled up in my eyes as I tried to focus on an eight year-old autistic girl who was out of her comfort zone and thriving. The same little girl, who’s shrill screaming at taking a shower, made her parents nervous and embarrassed. Now she was in the ocean with…
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Galleries & Museums
Curaçao has many interesting museums, galleries and Landhuizen worth visiting! Switch things up by learning about it’s diversity, heritage and rich culture. The Curaçao Museum T: 462-3873 Housed in a spacious colonial style building, holds geological and pre-Colombian Indian artifacts; maps and charts, a traditional plantation kitchen; antique furniture & more. Den Paradera “The…