General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Kralendijk |
| Country | Caribbean Netherlands |
| Currency | US Dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.3% |
| Gdp | $3.08 billion |
| Size | 322 km² |
| Population | 26,322 |
| Population density | 81.7/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.86 |
| City population | 86.8% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 26∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Dutch |
| Population able to read | 99.8% |
| Population with a college degree | 14.9% |
| Population able to speak english | 88.6% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 85 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Winair |
| Main airport | Flamingo International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $12 |
| Burger | $10 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $1200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $120/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $350/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $20/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $10/daypass |
| Bike rental | $15/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 30% |
| Vat | 6% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $30000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 4.4/MBits |
| Tld | .bq |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 85% |
| Phone mobile data | $30 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type F, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Bol.com |
| Supermarket | Albert Heijn |
| Pharmacy | Kruidvat |
| Drugstore | Etos |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Baseball |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Stoba | A stew made with goat, beef, or fish, served with polenta or funchi | $10-$15 |
| Funchi | A cornmeal mush, similar to polenta | $5-$10 |
| Keshi yena | A baked cheese dish filled with meat, vegetables, and spices | $15-$20 |
| Kadushi | A cactus soup | $10-$15 |
| Iguana soup | A soup made with iguana meat | $15-$20 |
| Conch fritters | Fried fritters made with conch meat | $10-$15 |
| Johnny cakes | Fried dough balls, similar to hush puppies | $5-$10 |
| Guava Duff | A steamed cake made with guava fruit | $10-$15 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Amstel Bright | A pale lager beer | $3 |
| Heineken | A premium lager beer | $4 |
| Balashi | A local lager beer | $3 |
| Chi Chi | A frozen cocktail made with vodka, triple sec, and pineapple juice | $5 |
| Pina Colada | A frozen cocktail made with rum, pineapple juice, and coconut cream | $6 |
| Rum Punch | A cocktail made with rum, fruit juices, and spices | $5 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe vera products | Aloe vera is a plant that is native to the Caribbean and is known for its medicinal properties. Aloe vera products, such as lotion, gel, and soap, are popular souvenirs in the Caribbean Netherlands. | $5-$20 |
| Conch shells | Conch shells are large, spiral-shaped shells that are found in the waters of the Caribbean. Conch shells are often used to make jewelry, ornaments, and other decorative items. | $10-$50 |
| Coral | Coral is a hard, calcareous substance that is formed by the skeletons of marine invertebrates. Coral is often used to make jewelry, ornaments, and other decorative items. | $15-$100 |
| Sea glass | Sea glass is broken glass that has been tumbled by the waves and sand until it becomes smooth and frosted. Sea glass is often used to make jewelry, ornaments, and other decorative items. | $5-$20 |
| Spices | The Caribbean Netherlands is home to a variety of spices, such as nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. Spices are often used to flavor food and drinks, and they can also be used to make potpourri and other scented products. | $5-$20 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Good Friday | March or April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March or April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Queen’s Day | April 30 | Celebrates the birthday of Queen Beatrix |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Ascension Day | May or June | Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Whit Monday | May or June | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Celebrates the day after Christmas |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Amigoe |
| Online news | Curacao.com |
| Tv | TeleCuracao |
| Radio | Radio Hoyer 2 |