krisbtr Posted February 18, 2017 #1 Share Posted February 18, 2017 I'm cruising in April, and I was wondering if it's possible to see downtown and beach on our own. How far is the beach from town? And is cab service reliable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjgdjg Posted February 18, 2017 #2 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Hi- I can't tell you about a beach, but there's lots to see within walking distance from the pier. You can cross a "floating bridge" (it's a pedestrian bridge that parts to let ships through) to the colorful Punda District. The gingerbread-style buildings in pastel colors are quite unique. You can stop for a drink at a cafe along the water, or visit the fruit and vegetable market wherevendors sell their goods out of wooden boats tied up to the dock. It's a great walking town and makes terrific picture-taking. - Musing About Cruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseapril Posted March 2, 2017 #3 Share Posted March 2, 2017 The Marriott or Hilton might have day passes. We agree that it is a good walking town with good photo ops. Plenty to do in Willemstad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoupPlease Posted March 6, 2017 #4 Share Posted March 6, 2017 We took a bus from the cruise terminal. I think it was 10 $US per person. It took us on a tour which included a drive through some parts of Willemstad, a short stop at a distillery, a short stop at a view point and a 2 hour stop at a beach which had very good snorkelling. We were then dropped of back at the cruise terminal (the bus also stopped at the Rif Fort allowing an easy walk into town) After a quick refresh on board, we then walked into town across the floating bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODECCIT Posted March 7, 2017 #5 Share Posted March 7, 2017 I'm cruising in April, and I was wondering if it's possible to see downtown and beach on our own. How far is the beach from town? And is cab service reliable? You can walk around down town area, but will have to take a cab to the beach. There are none nice beaches close to downtown. You can make a deal with a cab drive for round trip service, just pay him on the way back.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CozGurl Posted April 5, 2017 #6 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Soup Please - did you have a reservation for the tour or is it a local thing that you can just walk off the boat and do? How long was the tour in total and starting time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintElmo Posted April 18, 2017 #7 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Here's a short video Curacao while visiting downtown Willemstad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyValley3 Posted April 20, 2017 #8 Share Posted April 20, 2017 We took a bus from the cruise terminal. I think it was 10 $US per person. It took us on a tour which included a drive through some parts of Willemstad, a short stop at a distillery, a short stop at a view point and a 2 hour stop at a beach which had very good snorkelling. We were then dropped of back at the cruise terminal (the bus also stopped at the Rif Fort allowing an easy walk into town) After a quick refresh on board, we then walked into town across the floating bridge. Hi Soup Please - Just a few questions, I think this would be perfect for us in two weeks. Did you find this excursion at a tour booth at the port? Did the beach have a place to change into your swimsuit and then change back into street clothes again? Any other information would be appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cropmom Posted May 17, 2017 #9 Share Posted May 17, 2017 We took a bus from the cruise terminal. I think it was 10 $US per person. It took us on a tour which included a drive through some parts of Willemstad, a short stop at a distillery, a short stop at a view point and a 2 hour stop at a beach which had very good snorkelling. We were then dropped of back at the cruise terminal (the bus also stopped at the Rif Fort allowing an easy walk into town) After a quick refresh on board, we then walked into town across the floating bridge. SoupPlease, did you book this prior to going or did you book it when you got oof the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlacabe Posted August 1, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Visit the tread that reads Mambo Beach. I've never been but I've read it's $3 taxi ride with pool. Great pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoupPlease Posted August 2, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 2, 2017 SoupPlease, did you book this prior to going or did you book it when you got oof the ship? We paid for it after getting off the ship. We weren't aware of the buses in advance, we just booked it when we saw them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nautica34 Posted August 27, 2017 #12 Share Posted August 27, 2017 We paid for it after getting off the ship. We weren't aware of the buses in advance, we just booked it when we saw them. Do you recall the name of the bus company and where on the dock you saw it? We don't dock until 1pm so hoping this could be an option. Thanks Sent from my SM-G930T using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoupPlease Posted August 29, 2017 #13 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Do you recall the name of the bus company and where on the dock you saw it? We don't dock until 1pm so hoping this could be an option. Thanks Sent from my SM-G930T using Forums mobile app Hi. The buses were where you exit from the dockside. They are bright coloured buses which are windowless. Sorry, don't know the name. There was a rep of the company there, so I am sure they can let you know when the last bus returning from the beach is. Assuming you are mobile, it isn't a big walk from the town to the ship so the only thing to ensure is getting back fro the beach I would say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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