Take 5 Minutes Before Your Curaçao Trip: 10 Tips from a Local

Published on October 8, 2026

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Visiting Curaçao for the first time? In this video, we share 10 practical tips to help you prepare before your trip — from mobile data and travel insurance to getting around the island, local currency, beach safety, and more. We live in Curaçao and created The Real Curaçao to help visitors plan their trip with useful local information. Explore the website or download our free app for maps, beach guides, transport information, and offline maps. 🌴 PLAN YOUR TRIP TO CURAÇAO Website: https://www.therealcuracao.com/ 📋 DIGITAL IMMIGRATION CARD All international visitors need to complete Curaçao’s Digital Immigration Card before travelling. You can fill it out within 7 days before departure: https://dicardcuracao.com/portal In this video: • Mobile data, local SIM cards, eSIMs, and Airalo • Offline maps with The Real Curaçao app • Electrical outlets, voltage, and adapters • Why to arrange travel insurance before your trip • The Digital Immigration Card and the proposed visitor entry fee • Curaçao’s currency, cards, and cash • Renting a car • Buses, taxis, and getting around the island • Drinking water and sun protection • Swimming safely and choosing the right beach The proposed visitor entry fee discussed in this video was not final at the time of filming. Its amount, exemptions, and possible start date may change, so check the latest official information before travelling. We hope these tips help you feel more prepared and enjoy your first trip to Curaçao! #Curacao #CuracaoTravel #TravelTips