Turks & Caicos
ProvidencialesThe World’s Best Beaches
Turks and Caicos is a small British Overseas Territory located between the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. More than 40 islands and cays make up this Atlantic Ocean archipelago, where world-class beaches are the norm. English is the official language, and the U.S. dollar is the currency.
Unbelievable turquoise waters colored a shade that's truly unique to Turks and Caicos await visitors of this relatively undiscovered Caribbean beach destination. Experience it yourself.
Flying to Paradise
It's easy to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands, which are just a 90-minute flight from Miami and less than four hours from New York and Toronto. Regular flights arrive from many United States cities, Canada, the United Kingdom, and several Caribbean countries.
Travelers from the United States, United Kingdom, European Union, and Canada do not require a visa to visit.
Turks & Caicos
Discover The Islands
Fresh Seafood & Fine Dining
Cracked conch, grilled lobster tail, and the ubiquitous peas n’ rice are must-try local foods for first-time visitors. The island of Providenciales also boasts a great gourmet dining scene with a diversity of cuisines, including Italian, Asian, and Mediterranean.
Sunny Days Year-Round
What good is a top-rated beach without sunny weather and a perfect climate? The Turks and Caicos (locally known as the TCI) has sunny days, warm temperatures, and very little rain year-round.
Throughout the year, the ocean water temperature maintains a pleasantly warm and serene average in the mid-80°F range (29°C). On land, the average temperature range in the islands is 75° to 95°F (24° to 35°C).
A Relaxing Destination
The Turks and Caicos is a top vacation destination for visitors wanting to relax and unwind on an idyllic beach. A trip to the spa can make a vacation to the islands even more restorative.
Whether it's a deep-tissue couples massage on the beach, a facial, or a manicure and pedicure, the treatments offered by the popular local spas are sought out by many travelers to the archipelago.
Great Activities & Attractions
There’s plenty to do in Turks and Caicos, from snorkeling and paddleboarding excursions, to golf or private yacht charters that visit the pristine cays.
An expansive barrier reef, one of the largest in the world, protects the coasts and hosts vibrant marine life.
Transportation
Renting a car is the best way to explore what the Turks and Caicos has to offer. There’s a range of vehicle and transport types for rent in the islands. You can cruise idyllic coastlines in a jeep or 4x4, explore Grace Bay by electric bike, or rent the typical compact car.
There is no organized public transportation in the Turks and Caicos Islands. However, taxis are readily available.
Luxury Transport
The quickest way to get through the Providenciales International Airport (PLS) and onto a peaceful Turks and Caicos beach is with fast track, a service that allows you to move through immigration and customs swiftly.
You can pair this service with private VIP transport or a luxury car service. These private cars, typically SUVs, provide a more high-end experience than the typical taxi.
A Leading Wedding Destination
From beaches to hotels, yachts, and striking villas, Turks and Caicos is awash in gorgeous destination wedding venues.
Browse romantic ceremony locations, luxurious wedding and honeymoon resorts, and the top wedding planners, florists, photographers, and more.
Owning a Home in Paradise
Land in the Turks and Caicos has long been a popular investment for the rich and famous, from musician Prince to actor Bruce Willis. You'll find a growing real estate market in the islands offering a range of property types. Villas, condominiums, and luxury home enclaves are popular buys for investors from around the world.
Picturesque properties throughout the archipelago can be found on the market, from the quiet shores of Salt Cay to the busy tourism center of Grace Bay, Providenciales.
As Nature Intended
The Turks and Caicos Islands are home to species and features you can’t find anywhere else on Earth. Endemic orchids, humbling cave systems, and the Turks and Caicos Islands rock iguana (a friendly large lizard you can visit on several uninhabited cays) are just a few of the archipelago’s natural treasures on land.
Offshore, you’ll find one of the largest barrier coral reefs in the Atlantic Ocean, sheltering the famous JoJo the Dolphin and an array of marine life and corals. Off the south coast of Middle Caicos is the Ocean Hole, possibly the widest blue hole in the world.
Spend a week in the archipelago, and you'll realize it's no wonder the country's tagline is Beautiful By Nature. There are more than 25 national parks, nature reserves, and sanctuaries to explore.
National ParksThe Best Beaches
Turks and Caicos doesn’t have Grace Bay Beach. Every island in the country hides many wonderful and secluded coastlines.
At nearly all of the beaches in the archipelago, you'll find pristine white sand and turquoise waters as enticing as they are beautiful.
Live Music, Events & More
From the roaring horns and beating drums of Junkanoo to the quick rhythm of ripsaw and rake n’ scrape, there’s a range of traditional sounds and music genres you can experience in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
On Providenciales, you can also hear live music just about every night of the week, from rock to funk, soul, and reggae.
Nightlife & Casinos
The nightlife scene is far smaller than what you’ll find on other Caribbean islands, but there’s almost always something to do when the sun sets. Experience the nightclubs and lounges, a sunset sail, the casino, or a mouth-watering beach BBQ at night.
Looking for something to do during the day? Spend an afternoon at one of the popular floating bars.