The Blue Wave: Curaçao Makes Football History!
It’s official, and it is absolutely historic! Curaçao’s national football team—affectionately known as the Blue Wave—has officially qualified for the World Cup. Making history as the smallest country ever to reach football’s grandest stage, our talented squad has proven that size doesn’t matter when you have passion, grit, and an entire island backing you up.
At Bayside Boutique Hotel, we are buzzing with excitement, and we cannot wait to share this historic moment with our guests.
An island shaking with pride
Curacao is shaking with pride. With the team’s first group stage match kicking off on Sunday, June 14th, the anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. The entire island is turning a vibrant shade of blue. Locals are proudly rocking their blue team jerseys, cars are decked out in flags, and local shops are launching special World Cup promotions. Restaurants and hotels across the island—including ours—are beautifully decorated to honor the boys. The energy in the air is electric, and the collective sense of community is something you truly have to feel to believe.Reserve su estancia única junto a la playa de Blue Bay
¿Listo para la escapada playera definitiva en Curaçao? Haga realidad las vacaciones de sus sueños y alójese en el Bayside Boutique Hotel, situado junto a la playa de Blue Bay.
Don’t miss these world cup events
The buildup to the first whistle is packed with local events you won’t want to miss:
- Saturday, June 6th – The “Farewell” Match: Come cheer on the team during a friendly match against our neighbors, Aruba. This is the island’s final chance to show them some love before the boys head off to the USA for their final preparations.
- “Riding the Blue Wave” Art Exhibition: Immerse yourself in local culture at the beautiful Landhuis Bloemhof, which is hosting a special art exhibition dedicated entirely to this historic football journey.
- The Dick Advocaat Documentary: Head to the local cinema to watch an exclusive documentary detailing head coach Dick Advocaat’s tactical journey and the emotional, inspiring road to the World Cup.
Where to Watch the Matches at Blue Bay
You won’t have to miss a single second of the action. Whether you want to stay cool or soak up the tropical vibes, we have the perfect viewing setups right at your doorstep:
- Our Air-Conditioned Bar: Escape the Caribbean heat, grab a craft cocktail or a cold beer, and catch every pass and goal in the cool comfort of the Bayside Boutique Hotel bar.
- On the Big Screen at Blue Bay Beach: Located just steps from the hotel, the matches will be broadcast on a massive screen right on the beach. There is nothing quite like cheering for the Blue Wave with your toes in the white sand, looking out over the Caribbean Sea.
