By: Melanie Muskus

Nestled in the Caribbean waters lies the multi-cultural island Curacao. It’s also the largest of the six islands that are part of the Dutch Kingdom. When you think about a wellness destination, popular locations such as Mexico (Tulum), Bali, California, and Costa Rica come to mind. While they are very beautiful indeed I can honestly say that when it comes to wellness and its deep healing herbal background, Curacao is the one to put on the map.

In the past nineteen years since I moved here, I’ve seen things grow and develop. While I haven’t even scratched the surface when it comes to tapping into the knowledge of the island’s native healers - who not only aid in restoring the island to how it was but can also assist in helping whoever is willing to get in better alignment with their soul’s purpose - nor all of the other yet unknown to me wellness-focused initiatives and spiritual guides, I can tell you this, the island is evolving. Ever since our family’s lifestyle change almost eight years ago I’ve been very passionate about highlighting all of our island’s wonderful health and wellness-focused businesses and initiatives. Fast forward to what occurred in the past two years since our global health situation, things have sped up even more.

The people on our island are gradually shifting, awakening and becoming more conscious and educated when it comes to how much control one can have over their own wellbeing. We all know that the consumers are who keep businesses going and growing. They know what’s out there and wish for what they’ve experienced abroad on the island as well. Our local businesses and entrepreneurs have noticed and responded. Wellness centers are offering treatments, cleanse programs, therapies and classes. You see it in the supermarkets, health food stores and even the drug stores that offer a growing selection of health products. Let’s not forget about the healthy foodie spots that have popped up in the last four years, and even more so the last two years. Whatever you are looking for, our island can oblige.

Below I will highlight all of my favorites that are available on the island, including information about where to find them.

Body, Mind & Soul
If you are in need of some soul level TLC for clarity, relaxation, healing, and alignment on a holistic and spiritual level then I can highly recommend the following wellness-focused centers, entrepreneurs, practitioners, coaches, and healers.

The Space Curacao - Treatments, Therapies, Coaching and Classes:

 At the Space Curacao it’s all about slowing down, centering yourself and working with your body’s energies to help with further alignment. They are “Your Health Coach, Bodywork Therapist, And Yoga Teacher, All Under One Roof.” The Space Curacao is located in the peach colored building in Otrobanda. They recently opened their second location, Embody by Space, in Mahaai upstairs at Nut House Curacao. (+5999) 510-1675.
Check www.thespacecuracao.com for more information. Instagram thespace_curacao Facebook thespacecuracao 

Wellness4U - Energy Healing, Holistic Massage + Skin Therapy

Yiri Bakhuis, Caracasbaaiweg 164, (blue colored) Esther Building
Ph: (+5999) 525-1149 Facebook Natural Wellness4U

Herbology Lifestyle by Shalini Iyengar - Ayurveda, TCM, Acupuncture, Psychosomatic Therapy

In-house practice at www.thespacecuracao.com and Instagram nuthousecuracao
Ph: (+5999) 521-4008. Instagram herbologylifestyle Facebook herbologynativehealing

Karin Evertsen - In-house Holistic Health

Practitioner, Holistic Nutritionist + Detoxification Specialist
Book your consult via: The Space Curacao or Nut House Curacao at (+5999) 521-4008.

The Green Clinic - Bioresonance, Ozone, PEMF + IV Therapy

Dr. Maarten van Zadelhoff at The Space Curacao.
Book your appointment via (+5999) 679-7244,
info@thespacecuracao.com or Instagram: thespace_curacao Facebook thespacecuracao

Re-Lief Clinic - Blood Analysis, Body Scans, Frequency Therapy and Thermography.

Dr. Leonard de Windt Practices natural medicine, massage and energy therapies. Ph: (+5999) 788-0000.
Ilandweg 19A (of off the Gosieweg). Facebook reliefclinic

Splendid Coaching by Kamla de Haas - Holistic Systemic Life & Awareness Coach

Uses the Functional Fluency framework and TIFF© tool. Ph: (+5999) 511-7871 or book
your appointment at https://splendidcoaching.youcanbook.me
Instagram: splendid_coaching Facebook splendidcoaching

Ocean River Midwifery by Marjolein

Midwife, soulful doula for both life and death (breaking the taboo about dying with death (dinners + death cafes), postpartum care specialist, Arvigo practitioner, human rights in childbirth activist, mentor, teacher and writer. Contact her on Instagram at oceanrivermidwifery

Haptonomie Sinti Bon by Claudia Fontilus - Erkelens

Stress and Burn-Out Coaching, Pregnancy Coaching, Massages, Therapy
Ph: (+5999) 523-5140. Trompetbloemweg 7, Mahaai www.haptonomieonline.com
Instagram sintibon_haptonomieonline

Universal Alchemist - Elly Sambo, Microbiologist,
Spiritual Herbalist + Intuitive Integrative Health Artist & Consultant.

Consult or products (cash only) at the Wellness Room, by appointment only. (+5999) 515-2452.
Instagram: uni.alchemist Facebook: uni.alchemist

Cacao Curacao by Jekaterina

Cacao Ceremony Facilitator Curacao
Instagram cacao_curacao

Diantha Rodrigues Pereira - Ordained Oracle

Offering mystical experiences infused with the island’s spiritual legend. (+5999) 692-6332.
Instagram yamamidiantha

Shambhala - Esoteric + Mystic Gift Store

SBN Doormanweg 22b (entrance via SBN van Staverenweg). (+5999) 738-7722
To stay up to date about local events subscribe to their newsletter at shambhalagifts@gmail.com
Instagram shambhalagifts Facebook ShambhalaEsoterie

Rock And Roll - Fossils, Crystals and Jewelry
(Delivery)

They can be found at pop-up events, but you can check out their Instagram page and send them a DM at Instagram rockandrollcw or call (+5999) 661-7999 / (+5999) 516-2920.

Ashram Curacao - Evolving Spiritually

Retreat in Fuik focused on self inquiry and inner silence.
Ph: (+5999) 513-3428 or www.ashramcuracao.com
Instagram: ashramcuracao Facebook ashramcuracao

Chivasuka Restreat - Custom Nutritional and Spiritual Programs

Tel: (5999) 520-7248 or www.chivasuka.com Instagram chivasuka
Facebook: Chivasuka.Retreat 

Pilates by Helen Griffith - For All Levels

Helen offers group mat classes on Monday’s at Hofi Cas Cora, Reigerweg Z/N. Wednesday’s and Thursday’s at Avila Beach Hotel at the Penstraat 130.
She also offers Private Pilates classes (by appointment). For more info and sign up call (+5999) 515-0555.
Instagram: helen.griffith.pilates
Facebook: Pilatesbyhelengriffith

Astar Yoga by Angela - For All Levels

Monday at the Santa Barbara Plantation in Nieuwpoort in front of the golf shop (hole 1).
Info and sign up with full name at (+5999) 526-3300 or Instagram: astarbyangela_curacao Need a mat? Let her know.

Move, Breathe + Meditate With Shalini
Iyengar at Hofi Cas Cora - For All Levels

Open air Yoga class on Wednesday at Landhuis Cas Cora, Reigerweg Z/N. Sign up via Instagram yoginiuncovered

Not Just Any Beauty Spa

Curacao has more than one beauty spa, but these are the ones that are really special in
what they do. From an Aveda spa and hair salon on the other side of the island to
smaller and intimate beauty spas that offer Beverly Hills facials and specialize in skin
enhancements. Whichever one you’ll pick, you will leave totally relaxed and
rejuvenated.