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R E STAU R A N T S B A R S H OT E L S E N T E RTA I N M E N T

AUTHENTIC1800

POCKET GUIDEPIETERMAAI

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With each rental you will receive:- A free Budget Keycord- Our Tropical Discount Booklet, with discounts at various restaurants, attractions, dive schools etc on Curaçao and Bonaire (Total value up to US$1200)

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With each rental you will receive:- A free Budget Keycord- Our Tropical Discount Booklet, with discounts at various restaurants, attractions, dive schools etc on Curaçao and Bonaire

Go with BudgetSave over

US$1200 with theTropical Discount Booklet

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CURAÇAO: Airport Terminal, Hilton Hotel, Renaissance HotelAvila Hotel, Jan Thiel Beach, Santa Barbara Resort

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With each rental you will receive:- A free Budget Keycord- Our Tropical Discount Booklet, with discounts at various restaurants, attractions, dive schools etc on Curaçao and Bonaire (Total value up to US$1200) www.bonaire-budgetcar.com

BONAIRE: Airport Terminal and in Kralendijk

Go with BudgetSave over

US$1200 with theTropical Discount Booklet

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CURAÇAO

AUTHENTIC1800

PIETERMAAI

SKYWORKS-CURACAOFOTO:PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM

Pietermaai has transformed into a new rapidly developing trendy neighborhood. Although this part of Curaçao used to belong to the upper class, it be-came a ghetto during the last decades of the 20th century after a long period of neglect and being sparsely populated. Since the year 2000 Pietermaai has undergone a major metamorphosis. Most of the

Eventful Rough History

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CURAÇAO

AUTHENTIC1800

PIETERMAAI200-year-old mansions and workers houses, being monuments in the meantime, have been renovated and have a new lease of life. They have been restored to their original state and transformed into idyllic restaurants, hotels, apartments and suites, which are now occupied by permanent residents, tourists and students from all backgrounds.

7 Hotels & apartments / 611 Hotel beds / 10 Bars / 14 Restaurants3 Beaches / 49 Companies / 320 Employees / 620 Parking spaces 1 Discotheque / 42 Monumental Buildings

Now The Pietermaai District has:

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Small personal shops and bars have now estab-lished here. Together they create a lively, cozy and safe part of Curaçao. Not all neglected monuments are restored yet, but that is what gives the area that special vivid (raw) edge. In short, the right location for people looking for some-thing really different.

The right location for people looking for

something really different

Wine&Dine

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Lively Enviroment

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PUBLISHER Pietermaai District

DESIGN Sabine Berger / Colorworks

PHOTOGRAPHY Berber van Beek www.studiorootz.com

PRINT One Media Group

For more information:[email protected]

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RestaurantsAvila Hotel / Blues Café 11BijBlauw 11Cristal 15 Déjà Vu 15Fishalicious 15Ginger 16 Kiosk 16Kome 16Mundo Bizarro 17No5 17Café Old Dutch 17Rock Beach 25St Tropez Ocean Club 25Scuba Lodge 27

BarsAvila Hotel / Blues Café 11BlueBird Café 11Bermuda 11Cristal 15 Déjà Vu 15Miles Jazz Café 17Mundo Bizarro 17Café Old Dutch 17Rock Beach 25St Tropez Ocean Club 25Scuba Lodge 27Café de Tijd 27 27 27

Hotels & ApartmentsAvila Hotel / Blues Café 11BijBlauw 11Dushi Pietermaai Apartments 15 Hotel ‘t Klooster 16Pietermaai Apartments 25PM78 25 Scuba Lodge & Suites 27 Studentenkamers 27

DivingScuba Lodge & Suites 37

Map of Pietermaai 22-23Pietermaai Tours 33Facts & Figures 34-35

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Bizarre and colorful

Rest&Sleep

Cozy atmosphere in a tropical courtyard Hotel ‘t Klooster

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Bizarre and colorful

Eat & drink with live music

Mundo Bizarro is a major hit because of its bizarre, colorful, old fashioned, Cuban style interior. Entrees and snacks of the chef are deliciously spectacular. The bar/lounge specializes in fresh mojitos and has an amaz-ing assortment of great wines. Daily happy hours and weekly live music sessions set the stage for the perfect night out. Mundo Bizarro, a must see when you visit the island!

Mundo Bizarro Nieuwestraat 12 / +(599 9) 461 6767

Bizarre and

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Avila HotelPenstraat 130 T. +(599 9) 461 4377

Where the food is ‘hot’ and the music ‘cool’!Daily sunset Happy Hour, Tuesday Burger Night, Thursday Live Jazz & Grill night.Open daily: 18.00 - 23.00 / Closed Mon.

Chef driven menu

Eat and drink

Mouth-watering food, extensive wine list, delicious cock-tails, in-house bakery, open kitchen, intuitive staff plus a great vibe. This is what Kome wants to give you. A place where everyone wants to be, with an atmosphere that gives you an appetite and a smile. Kome is the place for a night to remember.

Kome Johan van Walbeeckplein 6 / +(599 9) 465 0413

BlueBird CaféPietermaai 65T. +(599 9) 840 1516Finger licking bites, fine wine & cocktails.Daily sunset Happy HourOpen: Mon-Sun: 16-02hr Fri-Sat: [email protected]

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Avila HotelPenstraat 130 T. +(599 9) 461 4377

Where the food is ‘hot’ and the music ‘cool’!Daily sunset Happy Hour, Tuesday Burger Night, Thursday Live Jazz & Grill night.Open daily: 18.00 - 23.00 / Closed Mon.

Chef driven menuMouth-watering food, extensive wine list, delicious cock-tails, in-house bakery, open kitchen, intuitive staff plus a great vibe. This is what Kome wants to give you. A place where everyone wants to be, with an atmosphere that gives you an appetite and a smile. Kome is the place for a night to remember.

Johan van Walbeeckplein 6 / +(599 9) 465 0413

Boutique Hotel BijBlauwPietermaai 82-84 T. +(599 9) 517 2218

Eat, Sleep & Shop in our Beautiful Boutique hotel. Discover BijBlauw!Open daily: 07-23hr / www.bijblauw.com [email protected]

BlueBird CaféPietermaai 65T. +(599 9) 840 1516Finger licking bites, fi ne wine & cocktails.Daily sunset Happy HourOpen: Mon-Sun: 16-02hr Fri-Sat: [email protected]

BermudaScharlooweg 72 [email protected] Air Discotheque with three areas. With many different concepts you like.Open: Weekly on Thu, Fri and Satwww.bermudacuracao.com

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We Rock

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We RockEat & drink with

live music

When you are ready for a cold one, Rock Beach is the must see in Pietermaai. Come kick back, relax and enjoy our ever changing mix of music and entertainment on Friday. On Saturday we present Rock, Blues & BBQ’s. Reserve your own private GRILL! Sunday we round of the weekend starting at breakfast and ending with Caribbean Diner Specialties and THE BEST COCKTAILS in town for Girls Night Out.

Rock Beach Pietermaai 44-50 / +(599 9) 512 8131

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Colonial hip & loungy

Eat and drink

A hidden gem for a dinner party with delicious Carib Asian dishes and appetizers. This new, hot spot is hidden in a courtyard in the trendy neighborhood Pietermaai District. But defi nitely do some extra effort to fi nd it, it’s oh so worth it!

Ginger Nieuwestraat 32 / +(599 9) 465 1666

FishaliciousLoostraat 1 T. +(599 9) 461 8844

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday fresh Canadian lobster and oysters.Open daily: 18-22hr Closed Sun. www.fi shalicious.net

CristalJohan van Walbeeckplein 20 T. +(599 9) 461 1639French/Mediterranean restaurant, Lunch, fi ne dining and exclusive bites to enjoy with a perfect glass of wine.Open: Mon-Fri: 12-midnightSat: 17-midnightwww.cristalcuracao.com

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Colonial hip & loungy

Nieuwestraat 32 / +(599 9) 465 1666

FishaliciousLoostraat 1 T. +(599 9) 461 8844

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday fresh Canadian lobster and oysters.Open daily: 18-22hr Closed Sun. www.fishalicious.net

Dushi Pietermaai ApartmentsPietermaai 56 T. +(599 9) 513 5225

Apartments with oceanfront view for short or long term rental.5 min to downtown Punda.www.dushipietermaai.com

CristalJohan van Walbeeckplein 20 T. +(599 9) 461 1639French/Mediterranean restaurant, Lunch, fine dining and exclusive bites to enjoy with a perfect glass of wine.Open: Mon-Fri: 12-midnightSat: 17-midnightwww.cristalcuracao.com

Restaurant Déjà Vu et café vin-tagePietermaai 80 T. +(599 9) 465 1029French vin-tage cuisine.Open daily: 17.00hrClosed on Sunday

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KioskNieuwstraat 32T. +(599 9) 517 0660 / 568 8380 Breakfast, lunch and fresh fruit smoothie. Small convenience store.Open: 08.00-20.00hrSun: 08.00-15.00hr

Miles Jazz CaféNieuwestraat 42 T. +(599 9) 520 5200Happy Hour daily: 17.30-18.30hrSaturday Night Live Music.Sun-Thur: 16.00-02.00hr Fri & Sat: 16.00-03.00hrwww.facebook.com/milesjazzcafe

KomeJohan van Walbeeckplein 6 T. +(599 9) 465 0413

Wed. night Tapas NightFri. night Martini Time at 11 pm Thur. night wine & cheese happy hour.Open for lunch Mon-Fri: 12-14.30hrOpen for dinner Tues-Sat: 18-22hrwww.komecuracao.com

Hotel ‘t KloosterA. de Veerstraat 12T. +(599 9) 461 2650Boutique hotel with cosy courtyard and plunge pool. A pleasant stay for the tourist as well as for the business traveller.www.hotelklooster.com

No5Penstraat 5 T. +(599 9) 518 8613French, International restaurant.Lunch and dinner.Open: Mon-Fri: 12-22hr Sat: 18-22hrwww.restaurantno5.com

Ginger -Carib Asian Cuisine-Nieuwestraat 32 T. +(599 9) 465 1666

Ginger mingles exotic spices and ingredients from Asia and the Caribbean.Daily Happy Hour 17.30-18.30hrOpen daily: 17u till midnight www.gingercuracao.com

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Café Old DutchPietermaai 25 T. +(599 9) 465 7225Your local pub on Curaçao! Tuesday’s: Dart competition Thursday’s: Klaverjas & stampot.Open: Mon-Thurs: 17-03.00hrFri-Sat: 16-04.00hr

KioskNieuwstraat 32T. +(599 9) 517 0660 / 568 8380 Breakfast, lunch and fresh fruit smoothie. Small convenience store.Open: 08.00-20.00hrSun: 08.00-15.00hr

Mundo BizarroNieuwestraat 12 T. +(599 9) 461 6767Daily Happy Hour: 17:30-18:30hrLive Acoustic Music on Fri & Sat.Sun-Thur: 08.00-01.00hr Fri-Sat: till 02.00hr / Open for breakfastwww.mundobizarrocuracao.com

Miles Jazz CaféNieuwestraat 42 T. +(599 9) 520 5200Happy Hour daily: 17.30-18.30hrSaturday Night Live Music.Sun-Thur: 16.00-02.00hr Fri & Sat: 16.00-03.00hrwww.facebook.com/milesjazzcafe

KomeJohan van Walbeeckplein 6 T. +(599 9) 465 0413

Wed. night Tapas NightFri. night Martini Time at 11 pm Thur. night wine & cheese happy hour.Open for lunch Mon-Fri: 12-14.30hrOpen for dinner Tues-Sat: 18-22hrwww.komecuracao.com

No5Penstraat 5 T. +(599 9) 518 8613French, International restaurant.Lunch and dinner.Open: Mon-Fri: 12-22hr Sat: 18-22hrwww.restaurantno5.com

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Jazz, Vinyl & Cigars

Eat and drink

Miles, named after Jazz legend Miles Davis, is a cozy Jazz Cafe in the Nieuwestraat located in the colonial center of the Pietermaai District. Enjoy laid back Jazz music from real vinyl turntables and tasty drinks in a relaxing atmosphere. Saturday Night Live is a well known event with great local and international musicians.

Miles Jazz Café Nieuwestraat 42 / +(599 9) 520 5200

Wine&Dine

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Relaxed vibe

Eat, drink & swim

St Tropez Ocean Club

St Tropez Ocean Club is very cozy and warm, offering dishes with an international fl avor! You can choose simple dishes from a chicken saté to an excellent lobster dish. Their fi sh is being caught fresh

daily in our own sea! They have a great variety so there is something for everyone to enjoy. All there dishes are being well presented, as our eyes also love to see beau-tiful things as well as the taste to be excellent!

Pietermaai 152 / +(599 9) 461 7727

Mise en Place

Internationaal horeca project buro

Mise en Place biedt een oplossing voor alle personeels-vraagstukken in de gastvrijheidsbranche, waaronder:bediening/keuken/bar/banqueting/promotie/kassa.

Mise en Place Nieuwestraat 8 / +(599 9) 690 5726

16 vestigingen in Nederland, 34 internationaal, 18 jaar en 150.000 projecten ervaring, 5.000 getrainde, gastvrije & gemotiveerde medewerkers.

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daily in our own sea! They have a great variety so there is something for everyone to enjoy. All there dishes are being well presented, as our eyes also love to see beau-tiful things as well as the taste to be excellent!

Mise en Place

Nieuwestraat 8 / +(599 9) 690 5726

16 vestigingen in Nederland, 34 internationaal, 18 jaar en 150.000 projecten ervaring, 5.000 getrainde, gastvrije & gemotiveerde medewerkers.

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ROCK BEACH DUSHI

PIETERMAAI APARTMENTS

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SCUBA LODGE & SUITES

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Avila Hotel / Blues 11 Bermuda 11 BijBlauw 11 BijBlauw 11

BlueBird Café 11 Crystal 15 Déjà Vu 15

Dushi Pietermaai Apartments 15 Dushi Pietermaai Apartments 15 Fishalicious 15 Ginger 16 Hotel ‘t Klooster 16 Kiosk 16 Kome 16 Miles Jazz Café 17

Mundo Bizarro 17 No5 17 Café Old Dutch 17

Pietermaai Apartments 25 PM 78 25 Rock Beach 25

St Tropez Ocean Club & Suites 25

Scuba Lodge & Suites 27 Studentenkamers 27 Café de Tijd 27 Café de Tijd 27

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PIETERMAAI APARTMENTS

MILES JAZZ CAFÉ

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ST TROPEZ OCEAN CLUB & SUITES

KOME

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AVILA BEACHWalking route

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WAAIGAT SUITESComing soon

PM INFORMATION OFFICE

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OceanfrontBoutique

Kick off your fl ip fl ops and enjoy the sun setting in the ocean with a refreshing drink. Dine in a romantic set-ting among the torches while you make your choice from our a la carte menu or the 3-course ‘menu of the day’. Our ocean front restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Eat, drink, sleep & dive

Scuba Lodge Pietermaai 104 / +(599 9) 465 2575

Rock BeachPietermaai 44-50 T. +(599 9) 512 8131Something Deliciously Different!Live entertainment, BBQ, food.Bucket Hour: 18.30-19.30hrOpen: Fri-Sat: 17-midnight Sun: [email protected]

Pietermaai ApartmentsPietermaai 51 T. +(599 9) 465 0478Centrally located restored monuments with hotel service.Special ‘Antillean rates’.www.pietermaaiapartments.com

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25Pietermaai 104 / +(599 9) 465 2575

Rock BeachPietermaai 44-50 T. +(599 9) 512 8131Something Deliciously Different!Live entertainment, BBQ, food.Bucket Hour: 18.30-19.30hrOpen: Fri-Sat: 17-midnight Sun: [email protected]

St Tropez Ocean Club & SuitesPietermaai 152 T. +(599 9) 461 7727Monday’s: Sushi & Cocktail NightViva la Friday: Happy Hour: 17.30-19.00hrOpen: 08hr till midnight/Sat.01.00hrwww.sainttropezcuracao.com

PM78 ApartmentsPietermaai 78 T. +(599 9) 528 6118Charming townhouse with design apartments. www.facebook.com/pietermaai78www.pietermaai78.com

Pietermaai ApartmentsPietermaai 51 T. +(599 9) 465 0478Centrally located restored monuments with hotel service.Special ‘Antillean rates’.www.pietermaaiapartments.com

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Scuba Lodge & SuitesPietermaai 104 T. +(599 9) 465 2575Leading Boutique Hotel of Curaçao.The dive school and shop of Pietermaai.Breakfast, lunch, dinner & bar. www.scubalodge.com

Rest&Sleep

Pietermaai Apartments

Apartments & Hotels Café de Tijd

Pietermaai 1-7 T. +(599 9) 465 0987Happy Hours:Thursday 21-03hrOpen: Mon-Th: 17-03hr Fri-Sat: [email protected]

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Scuba Lodge & SuitesPietermaai 104 T. +(599 9) 465 2575Leading Boutique Hotel of Curaçao.The dive school and shop of Pietermaai.Breakfast, lunch, dinner & bar. www.scubalodge.com

StudentenkamersDe Ruyterkade 58 T. +(599 9) 465 6037 22 spacious rooms with air-condition-ing. This student house with “Waaigat” view rooms are centrally located in the heart of the Pietermaai [email protected]

27 Bar & TerraceRuyterkade 58T. +(599 9) 698 6093The one and only Rock ‘n’ Roll bar on the island!COMING [email protected]

Café de TijdPietermaai 1-7 T. +(599 9) 465 0987Happy Hours:Thursday 21-03hrOpen: Mon-Th: 17-03hr Fri-Sat: [email protected]

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OceanfrontBoutique

Scuba Lodge & Suites is the perfect spot to enjoy the comforts of home in a wonderful tropical atmosphere surrounded by Caribbean history in all its splendor. Either you’re a diver or non-diver we offer a luxurious stay with an enthusiastic staff that is going to make your holiday unforgettable!

Eat, drink, sleep & dive

Scuba Lodge & Suites Pietermaai 104 / +(599 9) 465 2575

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Pietermaai 104 / +(599 9) 465 2575

These apartments are situated in different historical city buildings, where history and modern facilities are melted together. A stay at Pietermaai Apartments will take you back in time where old Dutch architecture is recognizable but conducted to the tropical climate. Special ‘Antillean rates’.

Sleep, swim & dine19th centurybuildings

Pietermaai ApartmentsPietermaai 51 / +(599 9) 465 0478

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Enjoy the breathtaking ocean front 5 star Apartment with private pool and beach area. And on the first floor, you’ll find the City Apartment and Junior Suite: relaxing on your balcony with view to the inland water “Het Waaigat” and the colored historic mansions. Your hosts, David and Cindy, offer great attention to detail and service. Looking forward to welcome you with Prosecco and fresh fruits!

Sleep & RelaxExclusive & Personal

PM78 Urban Oasis Pietermaai 78 / +(599 9) 697 1838

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Historic Pietermaai Walk. Learn about the neigbourhoud and UN-ESCO Buildings and close with a free drink and Dutch Apple pie. Every Tuesday at 17.00 o’clock. Max 15 prs. PRICE $ 15,- PP

Sunset boat trip. Roundabout in Spanish Water area with drink at Barbara Beach or Fuikbaai with Boston Whaler 21ft. Every Wednesday at 16.00 o’clock. Max 6 prs. PRICE $ 45,- PP

Snorkling boat trip. Get’s off-shore with Boston Whaler 21ft to Jan Thiel and Caracas Baai and snorkel around a wreck! Every Thursday at 13.30 o’clock. Max 6 prs. PRICE $ 65,- PP Including Scubalodge BBQ Night $ 85,- PP

Wakeboard/waterski boat trip. Enjoy or learn wakeboarding and end with a drink at Barbara Beach with Boston Whaler 21ft. Every Friday at 10 o’clock. PRICE $ 65,- PP

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Snorkelbus. Discover the won-ders of the Caribbean underwater world! One of our dive masters will take you on an expedition. EVERY WEDNESDAY $ 35,-

Diving boat Trips. At demand morning/afternoon/full day. From $ 500,- PER HALF/DAY excl. equipment. Max 4 persons.

The most personal tours of Curaçao.

Diving

boat trip

For reservations: Scuba Lodge & Suites, Pietermaai 104 / +599 9 465 2575

www.scubalodge.com

The mostPersonal tours

of Curaçao

Historic location

Hotel ’t Klooster is a unique historic location in Pieter-maai District. The cosy courtyard with its plunge pool, Grand Café Augustinus in the former chapel and the per-sonal attention you will get from our staff will guarantee a pleasant experience ! 

Eat, drink, sleep & relax

Hotel ’t Klooster A. de Veerstraat 12 / (+ 599 9) 461 2650

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The most personal tours of Curaçao.

Rest&Sleep

Call:465 2575for informationor reservations

Diving

boat trip

Snorkel

Bus $35,-

Wakeboard/

waterski

boat trip

Morning, afternoon or full day to unexplored dive spots Min 4 persons.

Cruise the Spanish Water area with drinks and snacks at Barbara Beach or Fuikbaai with a Boston Whaler 21ft. On request. Max 6 prs. PRICE $ 55,- PP

For reservations: Scuba Lodge & Suites, Pietermaai 104 / +599 9 465 2575

www.scubalodge.com

The mostPersonal tours

of Curaçao Sunsetboat trip

Massage & Yoga

Diving

For reservations: Scuba Lodge & Suites,

Personal tours

Max 6 prs. PRICE $ 55,- PP

Massage Massage

A. de Veerstraat 12 / (+ 599 9) 461 2650

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HISTORY Around the early 18thcentury, the walled city of Willem-stad had more than 200 houses,and there was no place within thewalls for more buildings. The firstexpansion took place about halfa mile east, that soon becamethe suburb Pietermaai. Pietermaai District lends its name from Dutch captain PIETER DEMEIJ who travelled from Brazil to Curaçao in 1674. Initially Pieter-maai was a narrow strip of land between the sea and the Waaigat. Part of the Waaigat was drained, which gave Pietermaai space in width. Residences were built on both sides of the strip. Only after the Punda wall was demolished in 1860, there were also houses built between Punda and Pieter-maai. The suburb then gave the character of entertainment district with theaters and restaurants. On the 23th of September 1877 a hurricane hit Pietermaai District, several houses were completely wiped away and most of them heavily damaged. During the last decennia of the 20th century Pi-etermaai fell into complete decay! Constant developments in the last 20 years helped Pietermaai regain its former glory.

SECURITY Pietermaai District’s security can be recognized by their blue polo’s and ‘Pietermaai Secu-rity’ on their backs, they are always around to look after your safety.

SEA & SWIM You’ll find 3 beaches in the Pietermaai Dis-trict; Rock Beach, Scuba Lodge, Avila Beach. You can also lounge at the Saint Tropez pool.

Facts & Figures

To Know

Pietermaai District

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JAZZ WEEK The last week of August, Pietermaai District cel-ebrates Jazz. Inspired by the Cu-racao North Sea Jazz Foundation with a lot of live performances and jamm sessions (Every year we have some familiar faces from the jazz world show up to join a session).

PIETERMAAI PROEFT Every June we celebrate the different tastes of the Pietermaai District. There will be a fine food courtyard showcasing lots of high quality dishes by the chefs of the many restaurants in our district. This of course accompanied by great wines, special beers and Live Music.

CHRISTMAS FAIR Saturday the 29th of November Pieter-maai District transforms into a Tropical Winter Wonderland. Food & drink stalls, Santa Claus, a Christmas fair and live music will give you a reason to be jolly.

PIETERMAAI PAGARA PARTY Wednesday the 31st of Decem-ber ( 11AM) we invite you to join a typical Curacao Tradition. A pagara party! Along the route of this giant firework you will find food & drink stalls and of course music. Beware… this is during the day!

BLUE SEA FESTIVAL More info coming soon.

KINGSDAY Monday the 27th of April we celebrate the birthday of our king (biggest event of the year). Authentic Dutch kids games, live music, food stalls, lots of secondhand and creative art stalls and much more. Don’t forget to wear orange!

FOR MORE INFO CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE. FACEBOOK.COM/PIETERMAAIDISTRICT

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We dive you crazy!

Padi dive school & shop

Dive Center Pietermaai aims to be the best and most personal diving school of the island. Small groups and good understanding of all individual needs. With professional and honest advice we will help you choose exactly what is right for you.

Scuba Lodge Pietermaai 104 / +(599 9) 465 257536

DIVE CENTER PIETERMAAI

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38% +5999 434 3888 | [email protected]

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DE ENNIA REISVERZEKERING!

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Your Quality

Disposable Product Supplier

Asielweg z/n | Tel: +599 9 461 6999 | Email: [email protected]

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