19 The Stay Guide: Curacao, Caribbean Island
The southern Caribbean island of Curaçao is a destination of contrasts, from lively beach scenes to quiet, design-forward hideaways, and knowing where to place clients makes all the difference. Tune in for firsthand insights from Travel Advisors Lee Friedman and Lauren Tilley sharing notes from site inspections and personal stays across the island. They break down five different properties, from high-energy beachfront resorts to intimate boutique hotels. They talk about pros and cons of each location, noise levels at each property, room configurations, and which client profiles will thrive where. Walk away with a clear, practical framework for helping your clients choose the right Curaçao hotel.
Key Takeaways
How hotels like Lion’s Dive Beach Resort, Kontiki Beach Resort, and Avila Beach Hotel compare in vibe and room configuration
How to use client satisfaction to refine how you match clients to properties based on personality and travel style
How to identify meaningful trade-offs when comparing different properties
About the guest:
Lee Friedman is the owner of Mango Tree Travel, where she specializes in designing thoughtful, experience-driven trips for families and discerning travelers. Known for her honest hotel positioning and destination expertise, Lee brings a practical lens to matching clients with properties that truly fit how they travel.
Lauren Tilley is a Travel Advisor at Tailored Oasis with a strong focus on site inspections, firsthand experience, and client-fit decision making. Her approach emphasizes understanding energy levels, location trade-offs, and how resort environments impact the overall travel experience.
