Coronavirus – COVID19 – Update
LAST UPDATE: May 3rd, 2021
The coronavirus brings many questions and uncertainty. We have listed the most common questions for you. Is your question not listed? Please contact us at info@scubalodge.com and we will answer you as soon as possible.
WHAT ARE THE CURRENT PREVENTIVE MEASURES BY THE CURAÇAO GOVERNMENT?
Unfortunately, the number of active COVID-19 cases on the island has significantly increased over the last weeks. As per March 24th, 2021, in an effort to lower the number of infections, the following measures will apply:
- The evening curfew from 9:00pm until 4:30am has been extended and the government urges the local community and visitors to shelter at home;
- Supermarkets, pharmacies, and gas stations will remain open. As of May 4, 2021 retail stores are allowed to receive clients again;
- Restaurant with outside seating possibilities will open again as of May 4, 2021 with limited seating.
- Restaurants can provide delivery service and curb-side pickup only between noon and 8pm; and food trucks between 4pm and 8pm;
- Locals and visitors are entitled to drive 2 days per week to take care of essential business only. These two set days are determined by the letter on the license plate;
- On Sunday no vehicles are allowed, with the exception of public transportation;
- Locals and visitors are allowed to exercise close to their home or accommodations between 4:30 am and 8:00 am and 4:30 pm and 8:00 pm;
- For availability and regulations concerning resort facilities including beach access, visitors are requested to contact their accommodation;
- Excursions and other tourist activities will not be organized;
- The airport remains open for incoming and outgoing traffic.
WHAT DO TRAVELERS NEED TO PREPARE PRIOR TO DEPARTURE?
Entry conditions still apply to all international visitors traveling to Curaçao. All travelers must be able to present a certified negative result of a COVID-19 PCR-test taken within 72 hours of departure from an accredited laboratory. The traveler must carry printed proof of a negative PCR test as well as upload it to www.dicardcuracao.com prior to departure. In addition, they must also fill out the Digital Immigration Card and the Passenger Locator Card (PLC).
IF I RENT A CAR, WILL I BE ABLE TO DRIVE?
Feel free to contact us at info@scubalodge.com for your rental car needs. Keep in mind that we have a 'plachi di dia,' meaning that both locals and visitors are entitled to drive only two days per week.
From Mondays-Saturdays, you are only allowed on the road for mandatory shopping between 4:30 AM and 9:00 PM, based on your license plate:
- Mondays and Thursdays: A, D, F, G, H, K, BF, Z, WA, SpKen
- Tuesdays and Fridays: B, J, L, N, R, U, MF
- Wednesdays and Saturdays: S, T, V, X, Y
- Sundays: Car-free day for everyone.
CAN I BOOK A ROOM OR APARTMENT AGAIN?
Yes, you can. Reservations can be made through our website, by email (info@scubalodge.com) and per phone at (+5999) 465-2575. When you book directly with us instead of boooking through a booking site, you help us recover faster. When you make your reservations directly with our hotel, we do not have to pay commissions to external parties. This means that we can give our employees more hours, and possibly employ more people.
Plus, it also has benefits for you when you book directly with us:
- You always receive the best available price.
- If you need to change your travel plans, you can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before arrival.
- You will receive a refreshing welcome drink upon arrival.
- You will receive a 10% discount on diving courses and dive packages at Scuba Lodge Dive Center Pietermaai.
- You will receive a 15% discount on our breakfast platter (US$15 per person per day instead of US$18).
Our swimming pools and (city) beach area next door remain open but we encourage all guests to maintain a 6 feet/2 meter distance from other guests. Our restaurant will remain at your service.
CAN WE EAT AT YOUR RESTAURANT AGAIN?
Yes. Our oceanfront restaurant 'De Heeren @ sea' is open 7 days per week from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. To make a restaurant reservation, please call (+5999) 465-2575.
CAN WE DIVE WITH SCUBA LODGE DIVE CENTER PIETERMAAI AGAIN?
For more information or to make reservations, please contact Daan, Manager of Scuba Lodge Dive Center, directly at diving@scubalodge.com.
WHAT SECURITY MEASURES HAVE YOU TAKEN?
All of our employees have received instructions on how to act under COVID-19. Our rooms and apartments are professionally cleaned every day. Also, the door handles, banisters, and public areas in our hotel are cleaned several times a day. This allows you to enjoy your stay with us feeling carefree and relaxed!
- All linens sanitized in high-temperature wash
- Floors marked for social distancing
- Hand sanitizer available to guests & staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Staff required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Contactless check-in
- Contactless check-out
- Doctors available 24/7
- 24-hour minimum vacancy between guests
CAN I CHANGE OR CANCEL MY EXISTING RESERVATION?
That is possible, we have adjusted our conditions so that it is easy to change or cancel a reservation free of charge. Guests who have made a reservation with us (via our website, email, or by telephone) but want to change it, are best to contact us by email: info@scubalodge.com. We will happily work on a suitable solution together.
CAN I CHANGE OR CANCEL MY EXISTING RESERVATION MADE THROUGH AN ONLINE BOOKING SITE?
If you made your reservation at Scuba Lodge through an online booking site (including Booking.com or Expedia), a travel agent or other party, please contact your booking agent for further assistance.