WILLEMSTAD – March 23, 2026 – Curaçao, together with 22 private sector partners, participated in the 45th edition of the ‘Vitrina Turística ANATO’ in Bogotá, Colombia —one of the largest tourism fairs in Laten America. This year, the three-day event attracted 35 destinations and welcomed more than 56,000 tourism professionals. Curaçao’s participation in ANATO is part of a strategic vision focused on strengthening relationships with key partners in Colombia, including airlines, tour operators, travel agents, wholesalers, and media representatives.
This year, Curaçao featured a vibrant stand in the main exhibition area, generating strong traffic from tourism professionals throughout the event. The stand was designed around the “Blue Wave” theme, aligning with the excitement leading up to the 2026 World Cup. As part of this, Brenton Balentien “Captain Blue Face”, was present to bring energy and create a fun, engaging connection with visitors at the Curaçao stand. The opportunity was also used to encourage Colombian partners to invite their clients to visit Curaçao, while exploring new opportunities for collaboration with the partners present at the stand. Throughout the three-day event, the Curaçao team held several strategic meetings with airlines, tour operators, travel agents, wholesalers, and media outlets. For private sector partners, these meetings created additional opportunities to strengthen relationships with Colombian counterparts.
We extend our thanks to the private-sector partners who were part of the Curaçao team at ANATO 2026; Curaçao Hospitality & Tourism Association, Curaçao Airport Partners, Hyatt Inclusive Collection, Papagayo Curaçao, Avila Beach Hotel and TUI Blue Curaçao, Renaissance Wind Creek Curaçao Resort, Van der Valk Kontiki Beach Resort Curaçao, Mangrove Beach Corendon Curaçao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, DeLynne Boutique Hotel Curaçao, Coral Estate Luxury Resort, Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort, LionsDive Beach Resort Curaçao, ACOYA Curaçao Resort, Villas & Spa, Tourism Management Curaçao, Curaçao Vacation Tours, Fiesta Tours Curaçao, BlueFinn Charters Curaçao, Dolphin Academy Curaçao / Curaçao Sea Aquarium, Samurai Curaçao, Mermaid Boat Trips / Miss Ann Boat Trips / Irie Tours, FBTT Travel, Z Air and Rumba Tours Curaçao.
