Tourism is the act of travel for the purpose of recreation and business, and the provision of services for this act. Tourists are people who are "travelling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business and other purposes not related to the exercise of an activity remunerated from within the place visited" (official UNWTO definition). The distance between these two places is of no significance.
A more comprehensive definition would be that tourism is a service industry, comprising a number of tangible and intangible components. The tangible elements include transport systems — air, rail, road, water and now, space; hospitality services — accommodation, foods and beverages, tours, souvenirs; and related services such as banking, insurance and safety and security. The intangible elements include: rest and relaxation, culture, escape, adventure, new and different experiences.
Curaçao Tourism Development Bureau - Presents an overview of life on the island, an extensive list of accommodations, and a guide to recreational activities.
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Curacao TravelGuide - Information about Curacao including history, culture, events, beaches, hotels, resorts and car rentals. Includes a message board.
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Destination Curaçao - Incentive travel, conference and special events organisers.
Dutch-Caribbean.net - Tourist guide including photos, hotels and events.
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