When you head out on a boat excursion in the Turks & Caicos, what do you expect to see? If your answer is sea turtles, dolphins and a wide array of colorful tropical fish, you’d be correct. But if you’re visiting the islands between January and April,...
In the Turks & Caicos, it doesn’t matter if you’re 8 months or 80 years old — there’s something here for you. And perhaps that’s what really makes our islands so special. Just ask Candyce H. Stapen, who recently returned from a family...
With its serene beaches and a wide selection of world-class spas to choose from, the Turks & Caicos has long been a favorite destination for those seeking peace and relaxation. But there’s more to life here than sunbathing by the sea and body scrubs at the...
There is one lingering part of the Christmas break that lingers around like an unwelcome guest all year: your New Year’s resolutions. On January 1st you promise “I’ll lose 20 pounds! I’ll run a marathon! I’ll stop eating Big Macs!” But as the bleak month of January...
Grace Bay Beach is officially the world’s top beach.
The powdery white sand, combined with the impossibly clear water and turquoise sky makes Grace Bay Beach one of the most romantic places in the world.
The Turks and Caicos has developed a quiet reputation as an intimate place to plan a truly memorable anniversary or honeymoon.
The Top 7 Places to Grab Drinks in the Turks & Caicos The time has arrived: You’re on vacation in the Turks & Caicos. Time to hit the town and experience the Caribbean nightlife. We’re talking about oceanfront views, stunning sunsets,...
There’s just something about the island life that calls to people. And that gravitational pull draws millions of visitors to the Caribbean and its surrounding regions year after year. But when you book a trip for an island getaway, chances are you don’t...
While the island of Providenciales has so much to offer, you’ll only catch a glimpse of the Turks & Caicos if you limit your trip to one island. Many people don’t realize that we’re a country made up of many islands, only nine of which are...
When it comes to ranking the best beaches in the world, opinions will certainly vary. After all, while many share a love for the beach, not all beach lovers are looking for the same thing. But indeed, there are a few qualities most people can agree on when it comes to...
When you think about the Turks & Caicos, no doubt you think of world-class beaches, luxurious resorts and villas, and delectable dining experiences. We take great pride in all that our islands have to offer, but did you know that our main island of Providenciales...
How to Plan a Couples Retreat in Turks & Caicos (Even better: have one of our local Travel Agents and Designers do it for you) Day 1 Meet and greet service at the airport where you’ll enjoy a “fast track” accelerated airport experience followed by a private...
At Wymara Villas, luxury means more than beautiful architecture and design. It’s more than impeccable service and comfortable modern amenities. (But don’t worry, you’ll still find all of the above at these villas.) Set on a ridge overlooking the...
‘Tis the season for sweater weather, autumn-colored leaves and pumpkin spice lattes — unless you’re in the Turks & Caicos, of course. Here, we’re still sporting bathing suits, palm fronds retain their shimmering green color, and we’ll take a few ice cubes in...
Wellness Travel is at an all time high and at the start of the new year with travelers focusing on their resolutions for the year, it is a well sought after travel experience.
Turks & Caicos provides the perfect combination of wellness offerings that can pull it all together. In fact, much-needed vacation downtime here gives the chance to establish healthy habits to take back home.
COMO Parrot Cay is known for it’s simple luxury, exceptional service and dining and spa experiences that surpass guest’s expectations – that’s for sure. Guests of this spectacular private island resort enjoy rest and relaxation, as well as wellness activities allowing them to experience a retreat-like vacation which truly rejuvenates.
The Turks and Caicos Collection, is a preferred selection of Turks and Caicos All Inclusive resorts offering three distinct experiences, and one extraordinary service philosophy. These three beachfront resorts, Alexandra Resort All Inclusive, Beach House All Inclusive...
As a volunteer dog rescuer, Potcake Place founder Jane Parker-Rauw has had some bad days. Her worst day came in 2000. It was a few years before Potcake Place would open as a dog rescue charity on Providenciales, but Jane was already the go-to person on island when it...
With well over 50 restaurants to choose from in the Turks and Caicos, a “must visit” for many, continues to be the ever-popular Coco Bistro. We’ve recently visited this perennial sought-out restaurant to seek out the recipe of its success. Behind the...
Travelling with younger kids always poses a number of questions when visiting a new place. What dining options are available? Are there things for our kids to do? Do any resorts offer Kids Clubs? Most of our Turks and Caicos resorts tend to be very family friendly and...
What do you look for in a honeymoon? A world-class hotel? Pampering spa? Delicious dining options? Beaches consistently ranked among the best in the world? We know a place that has all of the above and more. Here are some ideas to get you started on planning your...
Island Life in Turks & Caicos – wicked fun for kids of all ages! Many of our callers and guests ask about what’s it really like to live with with a family on an island with a population of about 18,000 (32,000 in the entire country!). Common...
Celebrate Christmas in Turks and Caicos It’s the most wonderful time of year, in the most wonderful place in the world Ever thought of forgoing blustery winds, freezing temperatures, and numb fingers and toes for a Christmas in paradise? Feel like doing...
Join us in the islands for “One of the World’s Most Gorgeous Swim Races,” the annual Turks & Caicos “Race for the Conch” Eco-SeaSwim www.ecoseaswim.com in the clear turquoise waters of Grace Bay, Providenciales. Here, top...
Every Thursday evening, from around 6 pm, visitors to our islands head over to the Kids’ Bight Part (right next to the Gansevoort hotel) to take in some local vibes. We’re talking crafts, souvenirs (tee’s, conch shell, conch art and such), local...
In January of 2017, something special happened on the award-winning Long Bay Beach — a gorgeous three-mile stretch of beach on the south side of Providenciales. After years of being home to stunning and spacious beachfront homes, Long Bay welcomed its first hotel: The...
Full day private charter for adventure and fun Our guests are always blown away with this full day catered private charter to remote cays. Here lie some hidden treasures (which can be calm and exciting all at the same time). Seemingly endless turquoise waters suddenly...
When booking vacations here in the Turks and Caicos Islands, I frequently am asked about what the best Providenciales beaches are. Since I am passionate about this area, I am more than happy to run at the mouth and tell people of the many truly incredible beaches we have down here. And because this question seems to be of interest to so many, I have decided to jot down a list of the Top 5 beaches you will find in Provo, and generally what each is notable for.
We’re excited to say the Turks and Caicos have been identified as among the best Caribbean islands for health nuts by Business Insider! While the article mentions the many spas and health retreats that exist here in TCI, as locals we know that if you want to...
Nestled in Five Cays Settlement on the south shore of Providenciales, miles away from the tourist hub of Grace Bay, is a pastel pink-and-blue outdoor eatery known as Bugaloo’s. Although the restaurant known for its fresh conch dishes and sublime location at the edge...
On any given Sunday, barefoot tourists and locals of Providenciales mingle at an airy, lemon-colored building facing the beach of Grace Bay. On the restaurant deck, people chat at the bar, families watch their kids on the beach over lunch, and a swimsuit-clad group...
On the wall of John Wright’s office at Wrightfully Fit are framed newspaper clippings from his high school days in Pittsburgh as a football and basketball star. Back then, according to headlines, he was Johnny. After high school, John went on to play football at a...
Grocery Shopping in Grace Bay Provo Turks and Caicos If you’re coming to visit Providenciales (aka Provo) be sure to stock up your kitchen by heading to the grocery store first! Places to go Shopping in Grace Bay Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands One of the...
It’s true that your vacation in Turks and Caicos should be a time to unwind, relax, celebrate, rejuvenate, and live the dream (at least for a week). But when you visit us, your diet and exercise routine doesn’t also have to go on vacation – right?...
If you’re on the island of Provo during the holiday season – you definitely don’t want to miss this party – it’s called Maskanoo and it’s put on every year by the Hotel Association. Starts during the late afternoon and goes until...
To make sushi that captures the palate, the sushi chef must find a balance between innovation and consistency. Plenty of repeat customers at Yoshi’s Sushi & Grill on Providenciales keep going back to the restaurant for the same dishes, says Yoshi Ono, 43. The...
As the capital of Turks and Caicos, Grand Turk is not only surrounded by beautiful, quiet beaches, but is rich in colonial history, including historical buildings and monuments. The Grand Turk Lighthouse is located on the highest point of the island, about twenty...
Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Paradise The beautiful turquoise waters of the Turks and Caicos is just one of the things that makes Provo the world’s top island for planning a vacation. While many visitors are happy just to relax under the sun on the white powdery...
I get a lot of callers always mentioning traveling with their kids and wondering what to do with them while in Provo. So since we live here with our two sons since they were ages 3 and 5 – I thought I would share our experience. Of course, there is Beaches Turks &...
Living and working in the Turks and Caicos my job is helping others to discover and enjoy this incredibly unique place in the Caribbean. I am proud to call it my home and always tell people I meet about it’s unparalleled beauty and amazing people. Travelers...
Winter is coming. Are you ready? November marks the start of the cold, wet and dark months of winter in North America. If you’re lucky your city might enjoy some snow to break up the winter monotony. There is another way to beat the winter blues… by...
Valentine’s Day Cup in Middle Caicos – A Local Turks & Caicos Tradition Ready, set, go! In keeping with the unique and eclectic traditions of these Isles, the residents of the Turks and Caicos are scurrying about and getting ready for the annual model...
Multi-generational travel has become very popular here in recent years, especially here in the Turks and Caicos. Our Caribbean paradise offers a variety of places to stay and things to do for an extended family. And the best thing? Providenciales and Grace Bay Beach...
Babymooning is a hot new travel trend. First made popular by Hollywood royalty, celebrities such as Hillary Duff, Kate Hudson and Kim Kardashian all took brief jaunts to exotic locales before the birth of their children. Even real royalty, meaning Prince William and...
Despite its reputation as a jet-setting type of holiday getaway for the rich and famous, Turks & Caicos offers a range of activities for kids and families to do, even if you’re on a tight budget. We’re kid friendly and proud of it!
Trip review written by ttewks1 on January 16, 2016 South Caicos, AKA “The Big South” was the most developed Island in the Turks and Caicos when the Queen of England came to visit in February 1966. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Queen’s visit to South...
The 9th Annual Windvibes Watersports Tournament will be held Sunday 5th July 2015 on Long Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Year on year this event has grown and morphed from what was originally only a handful of local kiters. The brain child of...
Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos is TripAdvisor’s 2015 pick for the world’s top island by TripAdvisor. The new “best island” title holder, Providenciales is one of six main islands in the Caicos group of the Turks and Caicos Islands just...
It’s no secret that the Turks & Caicos Islands is a great location for family vacations. Younger children will delight in seeing and learning about our marine animals (sting rays, sea turtles, dolphins, conch shells, lobsters) and they will love to splash about in...
Turks and Caicos Reservations featured on the popular RockShic blog! It was so very cool to see our service profiled on this blog that’s all about the ever changing world of fashion, lifestyle and travel. I got to meet up with the blog’s mastermind and...
Just beyond the village of Conch Bar on Middle Caicos, at the end of a short dirt road surrounded by brush, a walkway made of stone and fossilised coral leads to the entrance of the largest above-ground cave system in the Lucayan Archipelago (Bahamas-Turks and Caicos...
What could be more romantic than saying “I DO” on the world’s best beach? If you’ve ever thought of getting married with Grace Bay beach as the backdrop for your memories, we’ve put some wedding pictures from Turks and Caicos together for you....
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I had a caller today call me to book a trip to Turks and Caicos. As we got to talking about her plans for her vacation (dates of travel, where she’ll be flying from, preferred amenities and location for a resort), I asked the question ‘and how many people...
Providenciales Weather As I sit here in my office and there is a rare lull in the phone ringing (usually it’s ringing off the hook), I can sit back in my chair and take in the views afforded to me by our windows. The views are, I am happy to say, of swaying...
Please tell us a little bit about yourself. I’m Terria Misic, Resort Manager of the Tuscany on Grace Bay and Venetian on Grace Bay resorts here on Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos. Where are you from originally? How many years have you lived in Provo? I...
After completing his contract with the U.S. Army – including more than three years in Iraq – Delano Handfield decided in 2010 to return to his home island of Providenciales to find work. But there was no work to be found, Delano says. So he decided to create a job of...
Solar energy is making its debut in the Turks and Caicos Islands – a chain of islands where the sun shines at least 340 days a year. FortisTCI, the country’s only electricity supplier, has teamed with local renewable energy company Urban Green Environmental (UGE) to...
Being in the travel biz – I often have the opportunity to actually be an island host … I mean, for real, not just on the phone. So when New York fashion, lifestyle and travel blogger hit the island, her and I got together to talk about just how magical...
Here at Turks & Caicos Reservations, we truly value and respect our customers. In fact, many of our customers have become good friends over the years. That’s why we are more than pleased to announce a truly wonderful offering! This spring/summer, we are holding a...
As I’ve blogged about each month in 2014, our small group at Turks and Caicos Reservations have been so incredibly fortunate to not just have fans, followers and supporters from all over the globe, but we’re also so very fortunate to be living in this...
In 1989, Joe Zahm was a 20-something manager of Ocean Club Resort, a first-of-its-kind condominium development on an island with no paved roads or telephones. “We lacked everything important to running a business,” says Joe, now 54. “It was overwhelming in the...
The ale and lager of Turks Head Brewery, the only beer brewed in the Turk’s and Caicos Islands, are products of art and science. Brewing beer is much like cooking, says Eric Cardin, 31, head brewer for the Providenciales brewing operation. Yet it requires scientific...
That’s right –our island paradise is now the actual NAME of an hour and a half drama called ‘TURKS AND CAICOS‘. It’s actually a sequel to ‘Page Eight’ and the 2nd part of a Trilogy called ‘The Worricker. The movie was...
This winter season, my family and I immensely enjoyed a Turks and Caicos Whale Watching day trip with the gang over at Crystal Sea Adventures in Grand Turk and Salt Cay, these guys are definitely our resident “whale whisperers” right here in our islands....
We asked via twitter and facebook as well as friends living in Turks and Caicos for their suggestions on favourite Turks and Caicos cocktails that always please. Gathered below our the results of this search not in any particular order…Another hard day at the office...
One year later, and the Fish Fry is still going strong. Sponsored by local telephone and internet company LIME, this event organised by the Tourist Board has gotten stronger with time and is now a firm favorite with locals and visitors alike. With an ambitious...
The journey to wellness at Parrot Cay’s COMO Shambhala Ayurvedic pavilion begins with a chant. Surrounded by windows that look out to lush vegetation and the ocean beyond, the patient and therapist touch hands, close their eyes and exhale a vibrating “om.” “This...
Butlers at the Beaches All Inclusive Turks and Caicos Resort are trained to the highest level. Thought I’d share some of the background with you so you get a better and appreciation as to how serious this role is taken at Beaches All Inclusive Resort in Turks...
As a kid on quiet North Caicos, Garnet Jolly’s portal to the outside world was a black-and-white television. Every Fourth of July, Garnet would watch the U.S. fireworks displays on TV. But he wasn’t impressed. It wasn’t until the late 1980s – Garnet was a young adult...
A quick update on the continuing construction at the main airport here in Turks and Caicos. The new expansion to the main terminal building is still on schedule and has made leaps and bounds since we last visited the site in the late summer. We’ll keep you informed...
For more than a decade, Tina Wolfe and Margarito Alcaraz talked of opening their own Mexican restaurant. Margarito, a Mexican national, and Tina, an American raised in the Turks and Caicos, had met while working in a Mexican restaurant in North Carolina. But it wasn’t...
When she was 25 years old, Anna Bourne’s life took an unexpected turn. It came in the form of a silk painting.Anna was babysitting for a friend when she noticed a painting of a whimsical underwater scene on display in her friend’s home on Providenciales. Something...
From the moment you arrive within 50 feet of Caicos Bakery, the intense aroma of fresh bread and pastries takes over, beckoning you to patisserie paradise. It was in 2005 that Eric Cuvillon followed his older brother, Frederic, to help run what was then a wholesale...
The much needed expansion of Turks and Caicos’s main airport on Providenciales is now well underway and is on target to be completed in late 2014. Island Life will revisit this project in the coming months as it progresses giving you upto date pictures and information...
In the art of Turks and Caicos bonefishing, the first step is to pinpoint the prey. Look for shallow water clouded with stirred-up sand, and long, moving shadows. That’s where you’ll find the fleeting bonefish. And that’s when you’ll cast your line. Bonefish anglers...
Turks and Caicos is an ideal place to relax, de-stress and disconnect from the crazy modern world we live in. The ability to “unplug” is one of the top reasons for visiting Turks and Caicos. However, there are a few “modern-day fixes” that we all still enjoy, and...
At a worktable littered with tobacco leaves, a man and woman work quickly and quietly as they roll cigars, thick plumes of smoke surrounding them. Francisco Soza and Maria Jose, two skilled cigar rollers from Nicaragua, roll 200 cigars a day with authentic Cuban...
Philippe Legagneur – you may know him as “Mr. Grouper” – credits the success of his homegrown restaurant to a toddler. When Philippe, 31, decided after more than a decade of working in Providenciales restaurants to open his own in early 2013, he consulted with his...
Decked out in sequins, flowing garb and a glittering tail, Josie delights visitors to the Turks as an underwater mermaid. Wearing no apparent scuba gear or contraptions, just how does she do this? Josie is the only free-diving expert living in the Turks. Unlike deep...
Timeworn walls of stone and faded white buildings topped with tin roofs line the narrow road that runs through Cockburn Harbour – a quiet, ghost-like community that once bustled with activity as the commercial center of South Caicos. Of the eight inhabited islands of...
Twelve years ago, Camille Slattery set up Provo Ponies in Turks and Caicos to provide horseback riding opportunities for Providenciales residents and visitors. Island Life talks to Camille and her dedicated team… Camille Slattery got her first horse in her home state...
Living the good life Spa Shopping Fashion, glitz and glamour, do it in style here in the Turks and Caicos. You want to relax on your Turks & Caicos vacation and we’ve got plenty of ways for you to do that. Whether it’s the retail therapy of shopping till you drop,...
After enjoying our stunning sunset views of the Turks & Caicos Islands, the nightlife fun begins.. Tourists flock to the Turks & Caicos for sea, sun and sand, but when the sun goes down and the sands cool off, there’s still plenty to do to make your...
A whale watching day trip with Crystal Seas Adventures consists of your flight from Provo to Grand Turk or Provo to salt cay, your whale watching trip, lunch at Porter’s Island Thyme in salt cay or Sand bar in Grand Turk, a bit of snorkeling and relaxing on the...
On October 1st the Grace Bay area welcomed a new restaurant, serving authentic local cuisine – Fresh Catch. The restaurant is located in the heart of Grace Bay at the Salt Mills Plaza in Unit 6. Fresh Catch touts itself as the only “real” local food restaurant in...
If you’ve ever cruised by Donna Karan’s house on Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos Islands, you’ll quickly see what she loves about this place. On her recent interview with Vanity Fair magazine’s website, she reveals that when she needs to...
On my most recent trip over to the capital island of Grand Turk (respect and shoutouts to my GT crew!), I was once again amazed with just how friendly, laid back and relaxing life and living is on that island. When you visit and see the donkeys and horses just roam...
The island is buzzing with this great news about the Providenciales International Airport Terminal – our guests will certainly soon have a lot more to look forward to when coming to our islands! Checkout the News Release and some mockups below! News Release as...
Voluntourism – is travel which includes volunteering for a charitable cause. A few months ago I came across a thread in the Turks and Caicos Forum of Trip Advisor along the lines of helping out / donating to a worthy cause while visiting the islands. Also, in...
This month marks the beginning of a brand new attraction in Grand Turk though, the Santa Maria Gaming Saloon. Located in the same complex at White Sands Beach Resort right next to the Cruise Ship Terminal, visitors can now enjoy the 100+ slots machine, poker, black...
Garam Masala is a fine dining, authentic Indian restaurant in the heart of Grace Bay in the Regent Village. Dulga, Sonya and I ventured over to the hot dinner spot one evening after work and it would be my first time having Indian cuisine. The restaurant is decorated...
Every year the Turks and Caicos Islands welcome visitors from all over the world who come down to get away and enjoy a nice family vacation. We’re often asked by callers “what’s there for the kids to do?” here’s our list of favourites: Undersea Explorer Semi Submarine...
I believe strongly about strenghthening and supporting the community which we live and work in. There are so many amazing opportunities to get involved with doing just that here in the Turks & Caicos – and my choice for the past 4 years has been to work...
As the off season approaches and the flow of visitors to the Turks & Caicos decreases, this is the time that the savvy travelers come down to play. Smart travelers are attracted to the benefits that are afforded by traveling during the low season. Not convinced?...
It’s February – the month of love – and here’s our picks for best Romantic Things to do and spots in the Turks and Caicos! If you’ve never been to these beautiful islands, you can expect to experience pristine beaches, glorious warm weather and the friendliest...
We were honored to be invited amongst a select few throughout the islands to attend the inaugural ride of the brand spanking new ‘Island Rhythms’ tour. The new land based tour service is being introduced to the Providenciales tourism market this...
What could be better than spending a vacation staying in a luxury resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands? How about staying at no cost! We’re giving the Facebook fans of Turks and Caicos Reservations eight opportunities to win FREE accommodations in the Turks and...
Ahh sweet September! Although for the most part this month is considered the slower season, to me it’s still the perfect time to make a quick trip to the islands. Travelling at this time of year has its benefits – here are a few things to love about travelling this...
Provo’s Children’s Home provides a safe haven for children in need. There’s no doubt that God has a special place in His heart for children, and, through the teachings of His Son Jesus Christ, encourages us to do the same. We can mourn along with the Father when any...
Can “green” development and cultural conservation resurrect Salt Cay? Just as the Turks & Caicos’ national flower Island Heather, national plant the Caicos Pine, and the endangered Turks & Caicos Rock Iguana are found nowhere else in the world, the same can be...
Readers of this magazine will know that our goal in “Sampling the Soul of the Turks & Caicos Islands” is to encourage visitors and residents to look beyond TCI’s sun, sand and sea and dig into the intriguing natural wonders, history and culture that lie beneath...
Over 40 species of butterfly have been recorded in the Turks & Caicos Islands. They range from the large and showy Bahaman Swallowtail (Heraclides andraemon) down to the tiny Pygmy Blue (Brephidium exilis). While most of the species range throughout the Islands,...
Shells of the Turks and Caicos Islands In the last article I looked at some of the large and showy gastropods, but in this one I will concentrate on the smaller species. However, because I am grouping the shells according to their families, and every family has...
As a child, I was not exactly popular, and by the definition of many of my classmates, downright eccentric. Rather than spending my allowance on new fashionable shoes, designer jeans or collectable cards, I spent it at the feed store. I would arrive home happily with...
On your visit to Turks and Caicos don’t sell yourself short by not indulging in the local cuisine of this unspoiled destination. The local eateries in Providenciales offer a unique look into the culture of the Turks and Caicos. It also provides the authentic island...
For the active traveler, particularly one who likes water and trying out new sports and activities, the Turks & Caicos is the place to be. A number of resorts offer access to a range of activities & watersports – kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, hobbie cat...
Time once again for another great festival in Providenciales, the 21st Annual Fools Regatta! If you’re in the Turks & Caicos Islands on Saturday, June 18th, you won’t want to miss the fun and fare of the 21st Annual Fools Regatta sponsored by...
I had the pleasure of experiencing Turks and Caicos’ first Comedy Club, and had a blast! Havana Club is the new talk of the town here in Provo, so I decided to grab a bunch of my girlfriends and cousins and see what all the hype was about. Well what a pleasant...
Turks and Caicos is best known as a destination for the rich and famous, with luxurious resorts lining its world-renown beaches. But, there is another personality to our islands – one that plays to those looking for a low-key, relaxing get away that doesn’t cost a...
Turks and Caicos is a collection of more than 30 islands and cays (pronounced keys), which offer fun explorations of hidden beaches, historical ruins and nature preserves for the curious and adventurous traveler. The main inhabited islands of the Turks and Caicos...
For years, the Turks and Caicos Islands have been a popular destination for the rich and famous and many have second homes here. However it looks like the secret of Turks and Caicos is getting out. This year over the holidays, there were numerous star sightings. ...
Since its opening a year or so ago, Vino Tiempo – known simply ‘the Wine Bar’ or ‘VT’ – has been a popular hang-out for residents of Provo. Its central location, chic ambiance, and creative food and drink menu offers a great new option for the laid back nightlife...
We handle hundreds of calls each week at our Reservation Center here in Grace Bay. It’s no surprise that we get many commonly asked questions about the islands, things to do, recommended activities, and what’s going on here. In fact, this is one of the...
Okay, so this is a pretty common question that we get when visitors are asking about protocol for tipping at condos, hotels, resorts, restaurants. How does it work in Turks & Caicos? Here’s the skinny… When you’re staying at a hotel or resort,...
I’d like to tell you a little bit about the craft market in the Grace Bay area of Provo. It’s officially called Alverna’s Craft Market. If you’re a visitor coming to Turks and Caicos, this is one of the spots that you wanna check out to get...
One of our favorite tour operators is Kenard Cruises. Captain Kenard runs a ship-tight operation, giving guests a truly memorable experience out on the beautiful waters of the Turks & Caicos. His craft, Dream Aweigh, is a luxury 42-foot power catamaran with all...
Even though I live here on the island, things still tend to get busy with the usual routine of school for the kids, work, and sports. So we’ve only had the pleasure of a pleasure ride on Dave’s Atabeyra twice now, and both times had an excellent time....
Was high time that the family made its way over to explore some of the outer islands of the Turks & Caicos Islands, so we packed a bag full of snacks and headed to Leeward Marina (at the very end of the Leeward Highway) to catch the TCI Ferry over to North...
New Years’s Eve festivities in Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. This is such an awesome time of the year and place to be to celebrate the New Year’s Eve during the holiday season. Resorts are all lit up and decorated with festive decor, music...
Turks & Caicos Islands’ leading photo/video company launches new “people photography“ website Tropical Imaging has been the Turks & Caicos Islands’ leading photography and video business for the last thirteen years – but people still can’t get their name...
Top local chefs compete in annual celebration of islands’ famous delicacy, “Jazz on the Lawn” at The Somerset, charity road race highlight full weekend of activities. PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands – October 8, 2009 – The Sixth Annual Turks &...
When is the best time of year to visit the Turks and Caicos? Honestly, all year round is great. We get a bit more rain in the spring (April/May) and toward the end of the year, but not enough to change vacation plans. Hurricane season is technically June to November,...
Cheshire Hall is one of the key historic attractions on Providenciales. The 200 year-old ruins of this former cotton plantation are striking against a backdrop of modern day Provo, as the island is known locally. The building ruins have been carefully preserved by the...
Looking for the best spots for casual hangout in Providenciales (Provo)? Get the inside scoop by Discover TCI local experts Danny Buoys – Irish pub. Sports. Fun crowd. Live music once or twice a week Ports of Call – Calico Jack’s upstairs....
We live and work here in Provo and (finally) took the opportunity to try out Mark’s Lemon Cafe. Many of our friends have already tried the food there several times over, and had such amazing things to say. The ambiance of the place is incredible and definitely...
Wymara Resort Grace Bay’s newest resort redefines “Caribbean cool” In the 1970s, Providenciales was “discovered” by the jet-setters of that era. A fun-loving, pedigreed crowd with names like duPont, Ludington and Roosevelt flocked by private jet to Provo’s...
Thought I’d share my personal experience of this past weekend where some friends of ours had a private party on the beach. The party was held just in front of Sibonne hotel right on the beach and was a blast! Joan and the rest of her awesome team at Kissing...
We’ve been asked this question several times, i.e. how does the diving/pricing/scheduling work at Big Blue Adventure Company in Provo – Turks & Caicos Islands? Well… they do not offer a daily 2 tank dive service, instead they schedule a mix of 1...
Snorkeled Malcolm’s Beach today in Turks & Caicos and wanted to share my experience for those interested. To get there, we drove on the coatal Blue Hills road, and, instead of turning right toward the Northwest Point Resort, just kept on driving straight. ...
Kids and adults alike will enjoy the latest addition to the Grace Bay Beach area – a brand new park. Located on the western end of our famous stretch of sand (next to the Wymara/Gansevoort), the park is a product of public/private partnership in TCI. It includes...
If you’re looking for the true spirit of the Turks & Caicos Islands, head for the hills (Blue Hills) and pay a visit to Dick Been’s ‘Three Queen’s Bar’ in the heart of Blue Hills. Drive almost to the end of the main strip along the...
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Best of Turks And Caicos Islands Restaurants Best Hamburger The Big Mac at Aqua (Turtle Cove Marina) Close second: Jimmy’ s Dive Bar (Ports of Call) – true New York style. Best Conch Salad Close second: Simba at Turks and Caicos Club. They call it ceviche but...
This past weekend on November 29th was the 5th annual Turks and Caicos CONCH FESTIVAL – and was it ever a hit! Highlights of this annual event here in the Turks & Caicos included: the beachfront setting including being right on the sand and having a view of...
Listed among the Turks & Caicos Islands’ must-see places to visit is Little Water Cay, popularly known as Iguana Island. This 116-acre cay lies just off the eastern end of Providenciales and has two small interior ponds surrounded by an abundance of native plants....
Digging up the past of Salt Cay’s most famous house. Imposing from the air and on the ground, the White House stands as both a sentinel and icon to the history of tiny Salt Cay, of the Turks Islands themselves. Built in the early 1800s by ancestors of the last salt...
More than a touch of civilization marks the second part of the journey. In the old days, Turks & Caicos Islanders regularly walked between islands. This fact inspired Martin Pepper to walk, swim and hitch-hike about 100 miles from the southern tip of South Caicos...
Islands Walk-About, Part 1 Will pride goeth before blisters when crossing the Caicos by foot? I am losing ground fast. It is midday and water is raging through the small channels like a flash flood. The winds are at full power and knocking whitecaps off the waves,...
A Testament to the Past It’s hard to believe that Cheshire Hall Plantation is so close to the Providenciales business district. For as soon as you pass through the refuge of its rugged stone wall, you feel the present disappear. Sounds of traffic, construction and...
Joie de Vivre: Caribbean Paradise Inn I was prepared to be angry with Jean Luc Bohic, owner of Caribbean Paradise Inn. When I had arrived at 9 AM for our first meeting, an employee named Raoul simply said, “Boss still sleeping, make big party last night.” I...
That Sweet Sound I can still recall the day I was reintroduced to the sweet, unique sound of ripsaw music. It was exactly two weeks to the day since I had moved back to Grand Turk after being away for close to 20 years. There was some kind of party going on in the...
