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Island Report News, events, and happenings around Curaçao Project CLEAR Curaçao: Lionfish out!
This not-for-profit project has a CLEAR goal: control lionfish everywhere around Curaçao’s reefs! With help from www.REEF.org, Curaçao Fisheries, and Carmabi Research Station, they developed this program to build awareness through education to clear Curaçao’s reefs of lionfish, to support the local restaurant economy, and to create a viable and sustainable lionfish fishery by partnering with local fishermen. Their weekly program is simple: a 30 minute presentation, a boat dive to CLEAR lionfish, ending with a lionfish dinner! For more info, contact GO WEST Diving Curacao. www.gowestdiving.com Jungle “Jack” Hanna goes wild for Curaçao!
Jungle “Jack” Hanna, television’s famous wild life advocate and director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, came to Curaçao in September 2013 to film a segment of his Emmynominated television show Into the Wild. He and his team swam with dolphins, interacted with ostriches and long-nosed bats, and traveled 1,000 feet below the sea in the Curasub with Curaçao Sea Aquarium owner Dutch Schrier. Hanna also had a meet-and-greet fundraising dinner with local fans to support Curaçao’s Parke Tropikal. www.jhitw.com Curaçao’s record-setting painting
At 1.24 miles in length, it’s still not the world’s longest painting, but it’s the longest in the Dutch Kingdom and the Caribbean. The project was spearheaded by Curaçao artist Ashley Mauricia and joined by other local creators and participants from Aruba, Miami, Canada, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, and the Netherlands. It was completed on Flag Day, July 2, 2013. Portions painted by professionals were auctioned to support creation of a Curaçao Fine Arts Academy. www.curacao-art.com 12 Nights
Top to bottom, photos courtesy of Project CLEAR Curaçao, Ocean Encounters, and Curaçao World’s Longest Painting (CWLP)
News More news, events, and happenings around Curaçao The Genuine Curaçao Liqueur
The experience at Landhuis Chobolobo just got even better. Recent renovations have enhanced this journey through history, from the island’s original residents to the Senior family who, in 1896, discovered the essential oils of the laraha fruit that are still a unique ingredient of their famous Curaçao Liqueur. You’ll experience the distillation process and see the original copper still, which is still in use. After tasting the famous Blue Curaçao you can enjoy the patio or shop for the perfect cocktail ingredient or souvenir. www.curacaoliqueur.com Escape to paradise
Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort captures natural Caribbean charm and delivers it with an international elegance and sophistication. Enjoy superior amenities like the Pete Dye designed golf course, a full service tennis center, a luxurious spa, resort pools with Caribbean views, an alluring white sand beach with a swimming lagoon, and sophisticated dining. Whether you are seeking an intimate retreat, or a lively and invigorating amenity-filled vacation, the resort creates a truly magnificent opportunity to experience the best of both worlds, and create your own. www.santabarbararesortcuracao.com Mini art makes big impressions
Curaçao was delighted that 39 of its local artists were invited to submit their work to contribute to the famous Imago Mundi collection founded by Luciano Benetton, of the clothing line fame. Benetton, an avid art collector, is creator of this unique way to display contemporary art in 12 x 10 centimeter squares for exhibition. Artists were selected by Curaçao’s leading galleries. The works will be displayed as part of their new Caribbean catalogue. www.imagomundiart.com 14 Nights
Top to bottom, photos courtesy of Landhuis Chobolobo / Curaçao Liqueur, Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, and Nena Sanchez