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| Punda/Otrobanda |
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 The
capital is divided into two sections by the Sint Annabaai:
Punda and Otrobanda. The two sections of the island are
joined by a floating bridge: the Emmabrug. Both city centres
have a unique architecture and are protected by fortresses
dating back to 1630. In Punda you can easily find your
way through the shopping streets. If you are looking for
jewels, modern clothes or electrical appliances with popular
brands, you are in the right place. You must visit Punda
when you are in Curaçao.
Otrobanda has one long and popular shopping street. It
is a smaller city centre and literally means ‘the
other side’. People in Curaçao like to shop
in this street. A walk through the new prestigious Hotel
Kura Hulanda is a must. This hotel is built within a historical
city area and has its own museum. In Brionplein you will
find different restaurants and bars with a lovely view
on the city quay. The Riffort Village also borders the
Brionplein. It is a new shopping centre built in the old
fortress.
| Location: |
Annabay,
Willemstad |
| Opening
hours: |
Monday
to Saturday, 8:30 am – 12.00 pm and from
2.00 pm to 5.00 pm |
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| Salina
District |
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 After
Punda, Salina is the biggest shopping area in Curaçao.
The shops are situated some distance from each other so
it is better to visit the shops by car. You will find
all kinds of shops and services, from hardware to bookstores.
It is not the most romantic shopping centre but it has
everything you need. You just stop near a shop, buy your
goods and go on driving. Salina Galleries is also situated
in this area; it is a small shopping mall with clothes,
perfumes, a beauty centre, a restaurant called “Fusions”
and a Delifrance with a terrace. Next to the mall you
can have a bite in Mac Donald’s restaurant.
| Location: |
Schottegatweg
Zuid |
| Opening
hours: |
Monday
to Saturday, 8:30 am – 12.00 pm and from
2.00 pm to 5.00 pm |
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| Promenade
Shopping Centre |
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 This
relatively small shopping centre has many nice shops and
restaurants. You will find stylish European ladies’
and men’s fashions with popular mark names, shoes
from Spain and Italy, jewels and watches from Switzerland,
beach clothes, lingerie and home decoration. A sushi restaurant,
a hairstyle parlour and a terrace can also be found in
the shopping centre. www. promenade- curaçao.com
Facilities: ATM machine, phone booth and bathrooms.
| Location: |
Schottegatweg,
Ceritu (near Santa Rosaweg) |
| Opening
hours: |
Monday
to Saturday, 8:30 am – 12.00 pm and from
2.00 pm to 5.00 pm |
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| Bloempot
Shopping Centre |
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 Driving
from Promenade Shopping Centre you will find Bloempot
Shopping Centre, a mini-mall containing quality shops,
a barber, a bank and a Deli restaurant with a terrace.
It is situated next to the Zuikertuintje Supermarket.
If you admire art you can take a walk through the gallery
of Nena Sanchez, who is a local painter.
| Location: |
Zuikertuintjeweg |
| Opening
hours: |
Monday
to Saturday, 8:30 am – 12.00 pm and from
2.00 pm to 5.00 pm |
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| Other
Shopping Centres |
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Mundial Shopping Center, Jan Noorduinweg
Piscadera Shopping mall, Piscadera
Free zone Center, Rijkseenheid Boulevard
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Riffort Village is entierely build on an old
fort. Youre surrounded by thick walls and
ther's a spectacular view on Punda. |
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