ACCOMMODATIONS & TRAVEL

BOOKING YOUR HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

The Conference will be held at the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort which is located 15 minutes from Hato International Airport (CUR) and 10 minutes from historic Willemstad.   

Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort
Piscadera Bay, 3 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Willemstad, Curaçao
+599 9 736 8800


Sleeping Rooms:  We have a block of rooms reserved at the Marriott Resort for our Conference, and it is important to book early to secure a room.  The room block has various types of sleeping rooms at the same rate and will be assigned to individuals according to availability.

We have negotiated a room rate of $308.78 USD per night (including taxes and service charges) for a single occupant and includes daily breakfast.  The rate applies to the conference dates (Sunday Sept. 22 to Thursday Sept. 26); and three nights pre and post conference.  

Each additional guest in the room will be charged $23 in addition to the rate above.

If the link below does not work, please email the Reservations Department at reservations@curacao-marriott.com and mention the IP Crime Conference room block. If you book via a third party booking link, we cannot guarantee your reservation.

The resort requires a credit card to make a reservation, however your card is not charged until you arrive at the hotel unless you cancel less than 48 hours before your arrival, or do not show up for your reservation. 

Cancellation policy: You may cancel your reservation without penalty up to 48 hours before your arrival. Beyond that point, your credit card will be charged for your entire stay, and in the case that you do not show up for your reservation.

 

Click here to book your sleeping room for the Conference.

TRAVEL

Airport: Book your international flight into Hato International Airport (CUR).

Ground Transportation: There are limited taxis available in Curaçao so please book your airport transfer by Friday 6 September.  We recommend you book a return transfer to guarantee availability back to the airport.

Once you exit through immigration and customs, your driver will greet you at the arrivals hall and take you to your private taxi.  You will receive a confirmation email of your booking with contact details of the transfer company should you have any questions.

Please click here to pre-order your taxi from Curaçao airport to the Marriott Beach Resort. 

Payment is required at booking by credit card.  A single transfer costs $36 USD.

Cancellation policy:
48 hours before transfer date – full refund
24 hours before transfer date – 50% refund
Within 24 hours of transfer – no refund available

CURAÇAO TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Validity/Proof

  • Your passport must not be more than 10 years old and must be valid during your entire stay.
  • You must have proof that you can return to your country of departure, or transit to another country. This could be a passport, residence permit or visa.
  • You can provide proof of the reason for your stay like a hotel reservation or an invitation from family or friends.
  • You must fill out the Digital Immigration Card. For additional information visit this FAQs page.

Visa Requirements

  • Learn more about the visa-free countries and the exemption conditions here.
  • If you determine that you will need a Visa for your travel, please read the Visa Instructions thoroughly. We will be able to provide you with an invitation letter verifying your participation in the Conference.

Travel Expenses

  • You must have enough money to cover your stay and any other expenses.
  • The following guidelines apply:
    • When staying in a hotel approximately 150 US dollar per person, per day,
    • When staying with friends or family approximately 100 US dollar per person, per day.
    • No rights can be derived from these amounts.

Medical Coverage/Public Health

  • You are advised to have valid medical insurance or travel insurance that covers medical expenses. The insurance should provide coverage for medical expenses and include hospital care, emergency treatment and repatriation (including in the event of death).
  • Proof of vaccination against yellow fever (travelers from areas of risk from Yellow Fever)
  • You must not be considered a threat to public order, public health, national security, or international relations.