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| If you've ever traveled in the Caribbean, you will have | | | | the pristine scenery and beaches for beauty, peace |
| heard a variety of languages spoken, depending on | | | | and quiet. |
| what islands you visited. If you take a trip to Curacao, | | | | Make sure you save room in your travel bags for |
| you'll hear English and Spanish - but its primary | | | | souvenirs - Curacao is famous for its huge selection of |
| languages are Dutch and Papiamento. This colorful mix | | | | duty-free products. Shopping here is a pleasant |
| of languages describes Curacao well: exciting, vibrant, | | | | experience, as you can see the sights of each city |
| and a wonderful place to visit. | | | | and town as you wander from shop to shop. Watch |
| If you wonder why Dutch is spoken on this island in the | | | | for the island's historic buildings when you are in the |
| Caribbean, you need to know that Curacao is the | | | | main cities. |
| largest of five islands in a group known as the | | | | The tropical climate is most enjoyable, especially if you |
| Netherlands Antilles. Dutch settlers made this island | | | | like to be outside on the beach or taking part in sports |
| their home, and their culture and traditions integrated | | | | or other leisure activities. Illnesses and disease that are |
| with those of the local people. The official language, | | | | found in other tropical locations are very scarce here, |
| Papiamento, shows this integration: it is a mix of Dutch, | | | | so you can enjoy your vacation without worry. Do |
| African, Spanish, and Portuguese languages! The | | | | make sure to use sunscreen and insect-repellant if you |
| atmosphere and culture of this island are something no | | | | are going to be out of doors for more than a few |
| tourist should miss. | | | | minutes; these are good precautions that will help you |
| If you like a party, you'll want to visit Curacao at | | | | to have a wonderful stay without worrying about bug |
| carnival time! The festivities, which take place before | | | | bites or sunburn! |
| Lent, are well-known and are a great place to hear | | | | |