It wouldn’t be the Caribbean without festivities – luckily, both islands are exuberant. There are many organized (cultural) events and activities throughout the year, ranging from sport to art. In general, Curacao has more culture and more focus on its heritage. This can be seen in daily life and the number of museums. Many activities on Curacao are related to nature. Aruba has a variety of tourist attractions; from wild life to many casinos. Curacao receives a lot less tourists on a yearly basis and is larger (444 km2 / 171 sq mi) than the more compact and busier Aruba (180 km2 / 69 sq mi). Therefore, tours on Aruba can be crowded. Both islands are relatively small but there’s a lot to discover on both. Curacao and Aruba have plenty things to do!

Photo: Substation Curacao