Turks and Caicos Proposals & Engagements
The Turks and Caicos Islands are hard to beat when it comes to picking a beautiful proposal destination. The brilliant turquoise water, picture-perfect white sand beaches, and colorful sunsets that the country’s coasts boast make deciding where, when, and how to propose in the islands fairly easy.
And who knows—once you get engaged in Turks and Caicos, you very well may wish to return to celebrate your wedding or honeymoon.
Read on for Turks and Caicos proposal location ideas, as well as engagement ring shops, proposal photographers, and more.
Proposal Photography and Videography
Photos and videos of your marriage proposal are memories that you and your partner will cherish for decades to come. There are several photography studios on Providenciales that photograph and film proposals. These photographers have years of experience capturing weddings, engagements, and more, and their work has been featured in international publications.
Proposal photography packages typically include a consultation before the shoot where you can tell your photographer what style and photos (or videos) you want them to capture. Once your partner has said yes, you may also want to schedule an official engagement shoot with one of the studios.
Planning Your Proposal
If you need help organizing the details of your proposal, one option is to hire a proposal planner. Proposal planning is offered by some of the local wedding planning companies. They will help you coordinate décor, champagne, photography, and videography for your proposal.
They can also help you hire a local artist if you would like steel drum or saxophone music playing to set the mood, and even recommend a spa or salon where your partner can get their nails done beforehand.
Engagement Parties
The Turks and Caicos Islands is also a fabulous place to host your engagement party. The local wedding planners offer engagement party planning services.
The Best Places to Propose in Turks and Caicos
Truth be told, there are no bad places to propose in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The country is full of spectacular proposal locations that can suit any style of proposal, from lovely beaches and gorgeous sailing yachts to romantic restaurants and scenic cliffs. There's even the Thursday night Fish Fry if you're looking for a lively, public place to propose. See also the 15 Best Instagram Locations and Top 10 Turks and Caicos Beaches for ideas.
Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales
Grace Bay Beach is world-famous for a reason. Not only does it boast the islands' trademark shade of turquoise water, but its wide and 3-mile-long (4.5 km) beach offers plenty of room to stretch out and set up a beautiful proposal for your loved one.
Some areas of Grace Bay Beach, such as the area fronting Point Grace, are quieter than others. The beach is also bordered by some excellent beachfront restaurants, such as Casa Nonna and Bay Bistro.
Tripadvisor has named Grace Bay Beach the world's best beach several years running, so if you're a couple who wants to get engaged at a world-famous location, give this sandy coastline some thought.
On a Sunset Cruise
Picture proposing on a beautiful yacht, sailboat, or catamaran cruising above the clearest ocean water you’ve ever seen. Then, add an incredible sunset. A sunset cruise on Providenciales is one of the most romantic places where you can get engaged in the Turks and Caicos. Several companies run public and private sunset boat cruises off pristine Grace Bay.
Sahara Adventures, for example, offers a private sunset cruise specially designed to help guests pull off surprise proposals. They’ll take you to a private beach near Providenciales and set the scene with a decorative arch, champagne for toasting, music, and a hidden camera to capture the moment.
Mudjin Harbour, Middle Caicos
Mudjin Harbour is one of the most picturesque places in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It has towering limestone bluffs with dramatic scenery, turquoise waves breaking offshore, and the gorgeous vista of Dragon Cay in the distance.
There are several places where you can ask your partner to marry you at Mudjin Harbour—on the cliffs overlooking the beach, on Mudjin Harbour Beach itself, or in the secret cave located below the cliffs. Once you’ve popped the question, you can celebrate with drinks and dinner at the Mudjin Bar & Grill, or spend a romantic evening at the Dragon Cay Resort.
Leeward Beach, Providenciales
The quieter counterpart to Grace Bay Beach, Leeward Beach is a white sand beach located in the Leeward area of Providenciales. You’ll find low-lying limestone rock formations, soft powdery sand, ocean water that’s often flat-calm, and fewer crowds. The beach also boasts beautiful sunset views that make it a great venue for a proposal.
Malcolm’s Road Beach, Providenciales
One of the quietest beaches on Providenciales, Malcolm's Road Beach is a remote strip of sand on the island’s western coast. It’s a great option for a proposal venue if you’re staying at the nearby Amanyara resort (which in itself has numerous great proposal locations on the resort grounds). Being on the west coast, Malcolm’s Road Beach has some of the best uninterrupted views of the sunset year-round.
Underwater
For the adventurous couple who loves the ocean, snorkeling, freediving, or scuba diving, an underwater proposal is an unforgettable way to ask your partner to marry you.
These proposals require some planning. If you’re planning to propose while scuba diving, contact the dive shop ahead of time to see if they are able to provide underwater photography or videography. Even if there isn’t an underwater photographer on staff, instructors are often happy to capture your proposal for you on your GoPro or underwater camera.
There are several great underwater photographers who specialize in over-under and split shots that feature both the sky and the sea. Booking one of these photographers for a snorkeling or freediving session, or just for a shallow swim, is a great way to pull off a surprise proposal and get incredible images from it.
Keep in mind that your fingers can shrink slightly in the water, making a well-fitting ring feel loose. Make sure the engagement ring is secure on your partner’s hand before celebrating (pack goggles just to be safe)!
The Ritz-Carlton Pier, Providenciales
One of the most beautiful places to watch the sunset on Grace Bay Beach is the Ritz-Carlton pier. This long wooden pier stretches into immaculate turquoise waters and is just a short walk away from the public beach access by Seven Stars Resort & Spa.
The pier can get quite busy at sunset, so if you’re hoping to propose away from the crowds, you’ll have to time it right. The pier is a great proposal location option if you’re visiting during the low season, when Providenciales sees far fewer crowds.
Another great option is the pier near Rickie's Flamingo Café. This pier sees fewer crowds, but equally beautiful views of the horizon.
A Candle-Lit Dinner
Want to propose over a romantic dinner? The island of Providenciales is home to numerous fine dining restaurants boasting a beautiful setting, excellent food, and a quiet atmosphere that makes for a romantic proposal.
The fine dining Coco Bistro restaurant is an elegant proposal location. Tables are located in a beautiful coconut grove, and the food is top-tier.
Bella Luna restaurant’s Juliet balcony—an intimate spot with a bistro table overlooking mature coconut trees with twinkling lights—is a great choice if you’d like a little privacy.
For a more laidback restaurant venue, consider one of the several beachfront restaurants with swaying palms, local food, ocean breeze, and Caribbean charm.
Where to Buy an Engagement Ring
There are several jewelry stores on Providenciales where you can buy a beautiful ring to woo your beloved.
Jai’s in the Regent Village shopping plaza sells rings in a variety of cuts and styles, from solitaire diamonds with the traditional gold or white gold band to rings with emerald, sapphire, and even conch pearls.
Most hotel rooms and villas are equipped with a safe where you can store the engagement ring until you’re ready to propose.
Eloping in Turks and Caicos
Want to get engaged and married in one trip to the Turks and Caicos? Turks and Caicos is a popular elopement and micro-wedding destination. With few (or no) guests, these celebrations are much easier to plan than your typical destination wedding.
Before you elope, you’ll need to obtain a marriage license. Marriage licenses can be provided quite quickly in the Turks and Caicos. You will need to provide several documents, including a valid passport, proof of marital status, and a birth certificate. For a list of marriage license requirements, see Wedding License and Legal Requirements.
There are several Turks and Caicos wedding planners that offer micro-wedding and elopement packages, which often include décor, handling of all legal requirements, music, cake, and florals.
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