The Islands - Romantic Escapes in the Caribbean: Lovetripper Guide - page 190

Just the Facts
Entry Requirements: US, UK, and Canadian citizens need to
offer proof of citizenship in the form of a passport or a birth cer-
tificate and a photo ID. Travelers also need to show a continu-
ing or return ticket.

Getting Around: For most properties, rental jeeps are the best
option. Hertz, Avis, Budget, National, and other firms offer
rentals.

When traveling in the downtown Punda area, if you have ques-
tions or need directions, look for burgundy-suited men and
women, members of the Curaçao Hospitality Service. Sta-
tioned throughout the shopping area, these friendly assistants
provide help in many languages.

Language: Dutch is the official language, but English and
Spanish are widely spoken, as well as Papiamento.

Currency: Antillean guilder (US $1 = ANG $1.77).

Electricity: 110-130 volts/50 cycles. Most 60 cycle appliances
work, but bring an adapter to be safe.

Information: Contact the Curaçao Tourist Board: in New
York, 475 Park Avenue South, Suite 2000, New York 10016 or
call

800-270-3350 or 212-683-7660, fax [phone]. In Mi-
ami: 330 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami 33132, 800-445-8266 or

305-374-5811, fax [phone]. In Europe, the bureau may be
contacted at Vastland 82-84, 3011 BP Rotterdam, Holland or
call 31-10-414-2639. Once you're on the island, stop by the

Visitors Information Booth at the airport (just past customs),
for brochures and maps. Website: www.curacao-tourism.com.

Dominican Republic
F or lovers on a tight budget, the Dominican Republic or
Dominicana (not to be confused with Dominica, a somewhat re-
mote island known for its eco-tourism) is an excellent choice.