| Curacao may be a small island, but there is certainly | | | | bus is to look for "BUS" on both the license plate and |
| much to see. Fortunately for travelers, there are | | | | top of the vehicle. While the mini buses do not run on |
| plenty of easy ways to navigate the island and | | | | strict schedules throughout the day, service typically |
| experience an incredible array of activities. The local | | | | stops at 11 PM like the public bus system. |
| population and thrift-conscious travelers take | | | | If your resort is near Willemstad, taxis will be readily |
| advantage of the reliable public transportation | | | | available around the clock. Though Curacao is a small |
| system, supported by bus routes that visit all parts | | | | island, taxi fares will generally be higher than you find |
| of the island. Mini buses also roam the streets of | | | | at home. On average, taxi rides from the airport to |
| Curacao offering families a great way to see the | | | | Willemstad cost between $15-25. Furthermore, as |
| island, while taxis take care of travelers exploring the | | | | public transportation runs sparingly after 11 PM, your |
| island's nightlife. Car and off-road vehicle rentals are | | | | taxi fare might be subject to a surcharge of up to |
| easy to find for those that want to experience | | | | 25% when travelling at night. Fortunately, drivers |
| Curacao at their own pace. If you are staying in | | | | happily quote rates and agree on set prices before |
| Willemstad, you will probably find that the city is | | | | departing, allowing visitors to find the most affordable |
| comfortably walkable, but if you want to explore | | | | transportation. If you are unsure which taxis are |
| what the rest of Curacao has to offer, you have | | | | officially recognized, look for the letters "TX" on the |
| plenty of options for getting around. | | | | license plates. |
| If you are making a long journey within Willemstad or | | | | Visitors planning on spending plenty of time exploring |
| travelling outside of the capital city, the most | | | | the island - or those hoping to do without public |
| affordable way to get around Curacao is the public | | | | transportation - will have no trouble renting reliable |
| bus system. All the bus routes in Curacao originate in | | | | vehicles in Curacao. Rental agencies are available at |
| the central Willemstad districts of Punda and | | | | both the airport and many of Curacao's best resorts. |
| Otrabanda. From these central locations, the buses | | | | Additionally, as Curacao is home to numerous |
| traverse the city and depart for Curacao's western | | | | unpaved roads that traverse the unspoiled interior |
| shore, reaching as far as Westpunt at the island's | | | | and coastlines, many rental agencies offer |
| northwestern-most point. The buses run regularly | | | | well-equipped off-road vehicles. Regardless of where |
| throughout the day, especially within Willemstad. | | | | you drive in Curacao, it is worth paying attention to |
| However, service is typically limited after 11 PM, | | | | local driving habits. Traffic in Willemstad can be |
| meaning taxis must be relied upon for those exploring | | | | difficult for visitors to navigate as the island's relaxed |
| Curacao's nightlife. | | | | Caribbean atmosphere often promotes a carefree |
| Curacao's mini buses represent another good | | | | driving style. However, resident drivers in Curacao |
| transportation option for travelling both within | | | | rarely speed and are always very patient and |
| Willemstad and to destinations across the island. Able | | | | gracious to visiting families. Hence, when practicing |
| to carry up to nine passengers, the mini buses have | | | | focused and responsible driving, visitors have no |
| long been the preferred mode of transportation for | | | | trouble navigating the island and enjoying the ride. |
| visiting families. Though the mini buses travel the | | | | If you need help understanding bus routes, finding a |
| same routes as the primary public buses, these | | | | taxi or renting a car, your concierge will be able to |
| comfy cruisers are able to pick up and drop off | | | | provide valuable assistance and help you make the |
| passengers at any point along the way. In fact, as | | | | most of your experience in Curacao. However you |
| mini buses are not allowed to use Curacao's official | | | | choose to travel in Curacao, once you get on the |
| bus stops, these rides can be hailed just like taxis | | | | road, you will find Curacao is easy to get around and |
| throughout the island. The easiest way to find a mini | | | | even easier to enjoy. |