Admire the pretty row of colorful lime-green, burnt-orange, candyfloss-pink, and mustard-yellow buildings, and cross the 1888-built Queen Emma pontoon bridge, known as the Swinging Old Lady. You’ll find souvenir vendors, jewelry stores, restaurants, and cafes clustered around both sides of the waterfront.

One of the best things to do in Curaçao is to take a deep dive into the history of Willemstad at the 17th-century Fort Amsterdam, home to the Governor’s Palace, Fort Church, and a museum. At the nearby floating market, feast your eyes on wooden boats piled high with tropical fruits, such as fresh and juicy watermelon, papaya, pineapple, and coconuts; an array of colorful vegetables, and fresh fish.