Tips

In Curacao traffic keeps to the right.
At a T- crossing traffic coming front the right does Not have preference!
At junctions, turning right on red is not permitted !
Seat-belts are obligatory. Many motorist dont't bother using them.
We think it is a good idea to buckle nevertheless.

Using a cell-phone ? Use of a hands free set is required by law.

It is common for motorists to greet their friends by honking their horns.
This can be distracting, but you will get used to it.

It is common for motorists to great their friends by honking their horns.
This can be distracting, but you will get to it.

Gasoline stations operate 24/7 on self-service basis.
In urban areas the speed limit is 40 km an hour. Many motorists do higher speeds.
St minor intersections traffic lights switch to flash mode after 11:00 P.M.
Drugstores usually close at 6:00 p.m.

All drugstores post a list (Usually next to the take-out window) displaying the drugstores that are on shift after normal business hours. The names of drugstores(and doctors on shift) are also posted in all local newspapers.