Breakfast in Curaçao ended up being one of my favorite parts of the trip! I already had a handful of spots picked out, and after trying them, it was clear which ones were worth keeping and which ones I wouldn’t go back to. Having those decisions made ahead of time made mornings feel a lot smoother, especially on days when we had beach plans or were out exploring most of the day.
If you’re mapping everything out ahead of time like I do, it helps to see how these fit into your days—check out my guide on Curaçao Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors so you can line everything up.
We sat down here for breakfast and within a few bites, I knew this would end up being my favorite of the trip.
The setting is open and surrounded by greenery, and it feels a little more elevated than a typical breakfast spot without being formal. Everything we ordered tasted fresh and intentional—nothing felt like an afterthought.
This is the one I’d plan around. If you only have time for one standout breakfast in Curaçao, this is it.
If you want a full breakdown of what we ordered and what to expect, you can see my full review of Hofi Cas Cora Curaçao Review: Hidden Garden, Food & What to Expect.
We came here one morning when we wanted something a little nicer than just grabbing breakfast, and it ended up being one of the better meals we had.
The menu leans more elevated than a standard café, and there’s a good variety to choose from—including vegan options (I’m not vegan, but throwing that out there for all of you who are). Everything we ordered tasted fresh and balanced, and it felt like a full sit-down meal instead of something quick before heading out.
They also make their own coffee, which is always a good sign. And they had hot sauce available to purchase, which I’m not usually a hot sauce girl—but it had just the right amount of spice (I even brought some home).
Walking into Number Ten feels different right away. It’s set in a garden, open-air, and feels like a quiet little oasis.
We ended up staying here longer than expected, mostly because of the setting (and because there was a restaurant cat that I basically pet for my entire breakfast). The food was good, but the atmosphere is what really makes this one stand out.
This worked well on a morning when we didn’t have anything scheduled right away and could just sit and enjoy it for a bit.
If you’re planning out your days around food (which I clearly was), save this for later on Pinterest so you don’t forget it.
We came here for breakfast and it just didn’t stand out.
The options felt limited, and with how many better breakfast spots there are on the island, this one didn’t feel worth fitting into the schedule. I mostly ended up just eating bread (which I love, but I need a little more than that to carry me through the day).
These came up multiple times while I was researching Curaçao, and I’d try them next time.
This sits right on the water, which already makes it appealing for breakfast.
It seems like a good option for a slower morning where you’re lingering over coffee and not in a rush to get anywhere.
This is more of a quick stop kind of place.
It looks like a solid option for mornings when you want something simple before heading out—especially if you have a full day planned.
After a few days of testing different spots, this is the mix that worked best.
Start with Hofi Cas Cora for a standout breakfast and cool vibe. Add in De Dames for a slightly more elevated sit-down meal, and then use Number Ten for a slower morning where you’re not watching the clock.
That combination gave us variety without feeling like we were structuring every minute of the day around food (even though, realistically, we kind of were).
If you’re renting a car, it makes getting to these spots much easier—especially Hofi Cas Cora and Number Ten. I booked mine here to compare options before our trip, which helped narrow things down quickly.
And if you’re staying near Willemstad, it helps to have a central base—this is where I usually look for options so everything is within a reasonable drive.
Breakfast isn’t the thing most people plan ahead for, but here it ended up shaping our mornings more than expected.
The right spot set the tone for the entire day, especially on mornings when we had beach plans or a full schedule ahead. The difference between a quick, forgettable breakfast and one you’re still thinking about later is pretty noticeable here.
If you’re already mapping out where to eat later in the day, check out my guide on Best Restaurants in Curaçao (Where to Eat + What to Order) so your lunches and dinners line up just as well.
Pack your bags... ✈️🧳My hiking and road trip gear shop just got a refresh, and this is everything that actually earns a spot in my bag. The dry bag pulls double duty for beach days and trail days, the Osprey backpack is the one I grab for anything motorcycle or day-hike related, and the GoPro comes with me literally everywhere at this point.
Nothing on this list is filler it’s all stuff I’ve used, packed, and repacked more times than I can count. Full shop linked in my bio if you want to build out your own kit before your next trip.
Filing this one under “go now before it gets cold.” Bonneville Hot Springs is one of those trips where fall access is honestly the sweet spot the campground road is open, the hike in is short, and you skip the snow-and-gate situation we dealt with when we went in March.
September and early fall mean clearer trails, easier parking, and pools that are just as good without the extra mile of hiking to earn them. Fewer than 10 people out there when we visited, a rustic changing booth, zero amenities, and pools that range from “relax” to “actually scalding” until you move some rocks around and mix in river water. Small waterfalls feeding in, mountains in every direction, not polished, and that’s exactly the point.
Full breakdown on parking, what to pack, and timing it right is linked in my bio.
Summer’s not even over and I already have the itch. Fall hiking season is calling and I am answering.
Save this if you feel the itch too.🍁
Columbus hotel roundup because “just find something downtown” isn’t a strategy✈️
I stayed across the price spectrum on this one so I could actually compare notes. Hotel LeVeque is the splurge Art Deco lobby, marble bathrooms, and a restaurant (The Keep) worth visiting even if you don’t book a room. If you want to walk everywhere, Le Méridien puts you right in the Short North with murals and shops outside your door. And if budget’s the priority, Aloft gets you clean and modern near Ohio State without the markup.
Want a full escape from the city instead? Hocking Hills lodges and Gervasi Vineyard are both an easy drive out and worth the detour.
Not every hotel on this list is for every trip... that’s kind of the point. Full breakdown by neighborhood and budget, link in bio 🍂
Thousands of motorcycles, decades of history, and one very hot infield. 🏍️
I went into Mid-Ohio Vintage Motorcycle Days expecting a bike show. What I got was closer to a small town that pops up once a year camps stretched across the hills, swap meet tables piled with parts I couldn’t name, and bikes older than some of the people admiring them parked next to restorations that looked showroom-fresh.
Fair warning: this is not a quick stop. Give yourself the whole day, wear real shoes, and don’t skip the racing watching pre-war machines and modern superbikes share the same track is worth the sunburn.
Ohio keeps surprising me. Full recap on the blog link in bio. 🔗
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