We ended up at DaaiBooi Beach Curaçao while exploring the west side, and it’s known for being a more local beach compared to some of the bigger spots on the island. It’s set in a smaller cove, which makes it feel a little more tucked away, but still easy to get to with a paved road the whole way. We found a spot pretty quickly and got settled without any issue.
If you’re mapping out your beach days, this is the kind of stop that fits into a bigger plan like my West Side Beach Hopping in Curaçao: Porto Mari & Grote Knip Guide.
Driving over here, the road stays paved the whole time, even though there were some very large potholes so beware. It’s on the west side of the island, and getting here is straightforward if you have a car.
We had already been driving around most of the day, and this was an easy add-on stop without needing to plan around it.
If you’re planning to explore like this, renting a car here makes it easier to move between beaches without thinking too hard about timing.
Walking down toward the beach, it felt more local right away. There were a mix of people hanging out, some grabbing drinks, and others already in the water.
It’s not as built up or busy as some of the more popular beaches, which made it feel a little more relaxed from the start.
The cove is small, with a mix of sand and a rocky shoreline that’s noticeable as soon as you get closer to the water.
There’s not a ton of space between setups, so if you’re arriving earlier in the day, expect it to feel tighter once it fills in.
We grabbed chairs for a few dollars each, and even later in the day, shade was still limited unless you rent an umbrella, which was around $15 when we were there. The setup is simple, but it works good (which, honestly, is all I want at a beach—I’m just trying to sit down and start my snack and relax immediately).
The first few steps into the water are rocky enough that you’re paying attention to every step.
This is where having water shoes makes a big difference…I was very glad I had them so my feet didn't get annihilated.
Once you’re past that entry, the water clears up and feels good, so it’s just getting in that takes a minute.
We brought our snorkel gear in with us and stayed out for a bit, and there’s enough to see to make it worth getting in. The water is clear, and fish are easy to spot once you’re out there.
It’s not the strongest snorkeling we had on the island, but it was still a good, easy spot to swim around for a while.
If snorkeling is a priority, you’ll want to read Best Snorkeling in Curaçao: Top Spots You Can’t Miss to compare this with other beaches.
There were still a few water activities going on when we got there, but it started calming down as the afternoon went on.
It felt more active at first, then shifted into a quieter setup closer to sunset once people started leaving.
Parking is easy and paved, and getting in and out is simple (just don't lose your car in a pothole ha).
There’s a small snack bar with drinks, slushies, and basic food, plus bathrooms and WiFi (the password is long but posted). This food will not be life changing but if you are in a pinch is convenient.
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We got there late afternoon and stayed through sunset, and that timing ended up working in our favor.
As people started leaving, the beach opened up more, and it finally felt like there was space to relax without feeling packed in.
This works well if you want a more local-feeling beach that’s easy to add into your route without committing your whole day.
It’s less ideal if you’re looking for soft sand, easy water entry, or a quiet setup where you can fully check out for hours.
It’s a more local beach, easy to get to, and simple to settle into without much planning.
It’s not the most standout beach on the island, but it works well as part of a beach hopping day. If you’re trying to decide where to prioritize my blog, Best Beaches in Curaçao (with Map + Tips) breaks them all down to help you decide which one is for you.
If you’re figuring out where to stay, browsing hotels here can get you a great deal and keeps you within reach of both restaurants and the west side beaches.
We made it count while we were there though—rocky entry and all (I guess you could say we rocked it… okay I’m done).
A hotel that’s also a free 24-hour contemporary art museum penguins included. We booked a Corner Suite at 21c and it was massive: separate bedroom, living room, dining area, 699 square feet to spread out in. The bathroom alone had a double vanity and custom Rookwood Pottery tile that made getting ready weirdly entertaining.
The location is downtown, two minutes from Fountain Square, walkable to Boca for dinner, and close enough to hop the free streetcar into Over-the-Rhine. If OTR is where most of your plans are, you might want to stay closer to that neighborhood instead downtown worked for us, but we spent more time in OTR than we expected to.
And yes, there’s a recycled-plastic penguin sculpture that will absolutely scare you the first time you open your door and forget it’s there. Link in bio for the full review rooms, parking, walkability, and everything else before you book 🎨
Three neighborhoods, one streetcar, and more Cincinnati specialties than I could finish in one afternoon.
We hit a goetta breakfast sandwich, chocolate chip ice cream from a shop that’s been at it since 1870, a Liège waffle that earned its Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives spot, and Cincinnati chili the way it’s actually meant to be eaten... over a hot dog, buried in shredded cheddar.
$75 got us three and a half hours, a local guide, free streetcar rides, and a genuinely full stomach. Don’t eat breakfast before this one, the portions add up fast.
My third Secret Food Tour in my third city, and it’s still undefeated.
Link in bio for the full review cost, route, parking, and every stop we hit 🥟🌶️
13 creek crossings, a canyon that keeps closing in around you, and a hike I’d genuinely put back on my itinerary, West Fork Trail was the one.
We got to Call of the Canyon at 7:15am and the lot was barely a quarter full. By 12:30 it was 85% full, so if there’s one tip that matters most, it’s this: go early.
The maintained trail is 6.6 miles round trip, mostly flat, mostly shaded, but I kept my regular tennis shoes dry the whole way by hopping across the rocks at each crossing. It’s rated moderate, and honestly that’s about the distance, not the terrain.
Here’s what nobody tells you though ✨ the maintained trail isn’t the end. We changed into water shoes at the official endpoint and kept going another mile straight through the creek, canyon walls narrowing around us the whole time. That extra mile ended up being my favorite part of the entire hike.
5/5 for me. I’d bring the water shoes again in a heartbeat.
Link in bio for the full guide parking, timing, what to pack, and everything I wish I knew before I went 🥾
Two hours, zero regrets. The Pink Jeep Broken Arrow Tour is hands down one of the most fun things we did in Sedona.
Open-air Jeeps crawling over slickrock, backcountry views you can’t reach on your own, and the famous Road of No Return, steep, thrilling, and somehow completely safe the whole way down.
If you’re picking one paid activity in Sedona, make it this one.
You have to do @pinkjeeptours 🌵🚙 Link in bio for the full review.
Dinner beside Oak Creek at Cress, and yes, it’s a splurge, but I’d do it again in a heartbeat.🤍
Candlelit tables under the trees, the creek running right beside us, a menu that mixes Arizona ingredients with French technique. We ordered a little of everything: the squash and beet salad, milk rolls with three different butters, sweet potato gnocchi that somehow felt light instead of heavy. Then two desserts because we couldn’t decide. The Vanilla Crème Caramel with Manchego cheese completely stole the show, salty and sweet in a way that sounds strange until you taste it.
Plan on $100–250 for two depending on what you order, and this isn’t the spot for a quick casual dinner, it’s slow, intentional, and worth every minute. Book ahead and ask for a creekside table if you can.
If you’re looking for one unforgettable meal in Sedona, this is it. Link in bio for the full review 🍽️
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