Curacao We continued our strong tourism momentum in April, reporting a significant increase in stays as demand continued to rise in key international markets.
According to new data provided to Caribbean Journal: Curacao Tourism Boardthe island is welcome 75,332 permanent visitors In April 2026 10% increase Compared to the same month last year.
These figures support Curacao’s continued growth as one of the fastest-growing destinations in the Caribbean, especially among travelers from the United States, Canada and Europe.
Most visitors traveled to the island for vacation purposes; 90 percent The number of all stay arrivals during the month. The smaller segment included travelers visiting friends and relatives and business travelers.
Visitors are average 7.9 nightsA figure who continues to support hotels, restaurants, transport operators and tour operators across the island.
The Netherlands remains Curaçao’s largest market
The Netherlands continued to lead all sauce markets in April.
Welcome to Curacao 24,620 visitors on the Dutch market during the month. 11% increase April 2025 or later.
Dutch travelers accounted for approx. One-third of all staying guests We move to the island in April, continuing the long-standing connection between Curaçao and the Netherlands.
The market also continues to produce the longest average length of stay on the island, with Dutch visitors taking approx. 11.4 nights On the island.
Interestingly, more than half of Dutch travelers chose non-resort accommodation during their stay, reflecting Curaçao’s growing appeal among travelers looking for aparthotels, villas and independently run accommodation alongside traditional resorts.
US tourism to Curaçao continues to rise.
The United States remains another major driver of tourism growth on the island.
Reported by Curacao 20,491 permanent visitors Last April, representing the United States 14% increase Compared to the same month last year.
American travelers now account for approx. 27% Number of all stayers arriving on the island.
This growth has been largely driven by increased airlift from key U.S. gateways and increased demand for southern Caribbean destinations with strong beach, diving and culinary offerings.
Most U.S. travelers continued to prefer resort accommodations. 68% Book a resort hotel during your visit.
US visitors average 5.5 nights On the island.
The continued growth of the American market has made it one of Curaçao’s most important tourism developments over the past few years. This is especially true as more American travelers discover the island’s combination of beaches, Dutch-Caribbean culture, colorful architecture and year-round warm weather outside the traditional hurricane belt.
Canada continues to record strong growth
Canada also recorded the largest year-on-year increase on the island.
Welcome to Curacao 4,754 visitors from Canada In April 22% increase Compare to April 2025.
Canadian travelers accounted for approx. 6% Total number of stay arrivals.
Visitors from Canada were average. 7.3 nightsAlmost half chose resort accommodation during their trip.
The Canadian market is becoming increasingly important to Curaçao as travelers continue to look beyond traditional winter sun destinations.
Curaçao’s tourism momentum continues beyond peak season.
April traditionally marks the end of the Caribbean’s peak winter tourism season, making the island’s continued growth particularly noteworthy.
Curaçao is increasingly positioning itself as a year-round destination due to its location outside the Atlantic hurricane belt, its expanding hotel portfolio and its growing international airlift network.
The island has also benefited from growing interest in extended-stay Caribbean travel, particularly among visitors seeking beaches, diving, culinary tourism and walkable urban experiences centered around the region. Willemstad.
Tourism officials said the island remains focused on balancing continued tourism growth with long-term sustainability and preserving the characteristics that continue to draw more and more travelers to Curaçao.
And the latest figures show demand for the island continues to rise strongly towards the summer travel season.
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