Turks and Caicos Vacation Rentals
The Turks and Caicos remains relatively a hidden gem in the Caribbean, But is one location that should not be overlooked. One island in particular, known as Provo Island or Providenciales, offers the visitor year round great climate, fantastic beaches and underwater activities. It is here in this exclusive beach destination you´ll find a wonderful selection of vacation villa rentals, in what many travel magazines consider an "authentic destination," filled with the vast richness of the nature of the islands.
Turks and Caicos Beaches
The beaches are what make the Turks and Caicos so enticing. In fact, Conde Nast Magazine named 12 mile Grace Bay Beach as being the "Best Beach". Parasailing is a popular sport on the beaches and sailing and kayaking opportunities offer you a relaxing way to get to some isolated beaches on the island.
Other beaches well worth exploring are Discovery Bay, Thompson Cove and Taylor's Bay. The waters off the powdery white sand are always tranquil and there are no hidden rocks, which makes it the ideal location for small children who want to play in the water. The barrier reef with it huge collection of marine life attracts snorkelers and divers. Turks and Caicos offer one of the best scuba diving sites in the Caribbean. The reef contains twelve underwater trails that are clearly marked.
Turks and Caicos Activities
Many tourists may come to the Turks and Caicos to enjoy the beaches and the diving opportunities, but there are also other activities too. Humpback whales can be seen right offshore or you can get even closer with a day expedition. Take a bottom or bone-fishing excursion for either a full or a half day. The tackle and bait are part of the fare but dinner is brought to your vacation rental by you. Deep sea fishing expeditions are also available.
Tee off at the 18-hole, 72-par course Provo Golf Club, which is the only one in all of the Turks and Caicos Islands. This club is rated as a top ten in the Caribbean.Take a walking tour of the hatchery and the laboratories of the Caicos Conch Farm. This farm is the only commercial production of conch being carried out worldwide.
Turks and Caicos Dining
Enjoy traditional Caribbean flavors elegantly presented without compromise in any one of the restaurants in Turks and Caicos. You will certainly not go away hungry with the large portions of food that you receive, especially in the casual thatched-roof seaside dining establishments possessing the freshest and best conch chowder around.
Turks and Caicos Shopping
Turks and Caicos will provide you with an exciting shopping experience in the items you can purchase. In the island's leading art galleries, you can purchase woodcarvings, ceramics, and colorful oil paintings, as well as very unusual pieces, such as metal sculptures created from oil drums. Tommy Bahama and other designer clothing and resort wear can be found at fine boutiques in Grace Bay. Local crafts are available in the market stalls and the best duty-free shopping can be found in jewelry at competitive prices throughout Provo.
