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Visitors will discover there are plenty of advantages to visiting a beach that's located away from any major metropolitan areas, like having a quiet stretch of sand to enjoy for yourself and Cas Abou offers just that.
Close your eyes and picture the perfect beachfront paradise. Does it have lush green palm trees and parasols for shade, or dazzling crystal-turquoise waters with perfect sugar sands? If so then your dream beach is Cas Abou. Located on the very northern tip of the Curaçao, these sultry sands can get extremely hot in the noontime sun, but beach goers will be able to find plenty of shady spots to protect them from the island sun.
While some of the beaches in Curaçao are more secluded than Cas Abou the natural setting, personality and other features offered by this location could be just what the doctor ordered.
Many of the beaches in Curaçao are quiet and secluded, and Cas Abou offers a taste of travel away from the beaten path without taking you too far away. Cities are close without being too close you'll have everything you need.
Many visitors feel that a beach's amenities and attractions are important. For others, it is the seclusion and the chance to waste away the day on the sand that is the best part of the beach. No matter what you're looking for, Curaçao has plenty to choose from, and Cas Abou may be right on target for you.
Location
You'll find this sunny section of sand on Curacao's western coast; it is located near the Sunset Waters Beach Resort, 3.0 miles away. Cas Abou is near St. Willibrordus, so travelers staying in this area won't have far to go.
Nearby Hotels
Whether or not you have the beach pretty much to yourself will vary depending on the time of day, particularly in the high season. There are no major hotels next to this beach but you may see vacationers from some of the smaller hotels nearby. If you're thinking it would be nice to stay close to this location you shouldn't have much difficulty.
Hotels near this beach are listed in the following table.
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Amenities and Ambience
The waters off of Cas Abou's shores are calm enough for great swimming and other watersports.The beach's on-location dive shop makes it possible for adventurous beach goers to explore the region's amazing underwater world with scuba diving and snorkeling excursions. There is a brilliant coral reef structure not too far from the shore. If watersports aren't your thing, then feel free to just relax and soak up some sun on either the gorgeous white sands or on a raft moored right off of the beach where you can sunbathe and play.
Who you share these sands with will depend on several things, like the time of day and the season. A few of Curacao's beaches may hardly ever be crowded, while others are frequently crowded especially during the high tourism season. An important element to consider when planning a day at the beach may be the size of the crowd you'll be joining, which is important to some vacationers. While some beach goers prefer a crowded beach with lots of activity, other beach bums like a quieter oceanfront setting.
Like many places in Curaçao this beach has its own personality which will appeal to certain visitors. The atmosphere of this beach is a bit different from many of the other beaches in Curaçao. During the weekdays, Cas Abou is hardly ever crowded, but on the weekends it's a totally different story. At the end of the week, these shores tend to be more crowded with sunworshipping vacationers, so if you want a little more privacy come to Cas Abou during the week.
Attractions
Visiting the seaside is often a great way to enjoy some nature's most beautiful works, but there are other natural attractions that are also worth exploring. A great example is Boca St. Marie Dive Spot, (located 5.2 miles to the southeast of Cas Abou) which can provide beachgoers with a little something extra for their day at the seaside.
Historical landmarks such as Mikveh Israel-Emanuel Synagogue are a wonderful complement to the scenery of Cas Abou, allowing vacationers to learn more about Curaçao without having to go to far from the beach.
There are plenty of close-by activities so you won't run out of diversions. Attractions close to this beach can found in the following table.
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Food
While this beach is not exactly the area's culinary epicenter you can still satiate your hunger, especially if you're prepared to venture a little farther away.
Restaurant options are shown in the table below.
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Curacao offers plenty of great restaurants, but some meals are best enjoyed in a totally casual setting. Many visitors like having a meal on the beach. Many hotels will prepare a picnic lunch for you, or you can pick up some food en route to the beach.
You will also find a restaurant at this beach. Many beachgoers patronize the snack bar at this beach.Other Beaches
Curacao is blessed with many beaches, so you can choose Cas Abou or one of the others. Travelers who like this beach might also enjoy Seaquarium Beach; it's situated 18.7 miles to the southeast. The man-made Seaquarium Beach is located just to the east of Willemstad, and features plenty of beachfront amenities.
If you're looking for a more active beach scene, you might find that Daibooibaai is just right. It is located 2.2 miles to the southeast.
Another location you may want to try is Playa Lagun; it is located 7.0 miles from Cas Abou. Tucked away in a concealed corner of Lagun's small village Playa Lagun is one of Curacao's beachfront hotspots.
Visitors looking for something to do in Curaçao will never fall short, and Cas Abou is one of many incredible beaches you can choose from.
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