Curacao

It seems like our march back to civilization is occurring in giant steps.  Curaçao has trailed its sister islands of Aruba and Bonaire when it comes to attracting vacationers, largely

because  oil refining and financial services, rather than tourism, dominate its prosperous economy.  Curaçao is located approximately 35 miles off the northwestern coast of Venezuela but they still have and active fish market with Venezuelans coming in by small boats.  They bring in fish and all sorts of fresh fruits.  This is still one beautiful place with low humidity due to the constant northeast breezes, and it enjoys a mild tropical climate.  In the old town the houses were built out of materials found on the beach and contained a lot of salt.  Because of this the old homes had to be painted twice a year.  All of the residents of these old homes have moved out to new homes and the government has taken over the restoration of these historic sites.  Curacao’s name means the “isle of healing” and is another place we could enjoy for life.