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Just a short flight from Miami, the Turks and Caicos Islands are a tropical classic; a throwback in time where relaxation is inevitable and rejuvenation ensured.
For those of you who enjoy sunshine, pristine sugar-fine sandy beaches and shimmering crystal-clear azure-blue waters , the Turks and Caicos Islands are a spectacular getaway destination. And it’s no secret that TCI is one of the best places for diving our world-renowned reefs or for kiteboarding in the shallow waters of the Caicos Bank.
Providenciales is not only home to the famed and award-winning Grace Bay Beach, rated as one of the most beautiful and pristine white sandy beaches in the world, but it is also home to other equally spectacular beaches, such as Taylor Bay and Long Bay to name a few. As well, the Turks and Caicos Islands are home to numerous national parks, nature preserves and historical sites.
But whether on land or in the water, you’ll soon be relaxing in the unique serenity, beauty, and hospitality of this, our breath-taking island home.
While the Turks and Caicos Islands is an archipelago of 40 different islands and cays, only 8 are inhabited. From the main tourist center of Providenciales to the quiet and tranquil islands of North and Middle Caicos, the historic capital island and cruise port of Grand Turk or whale watching off Salt Cay, each island has its own unique character while offering diverse experiences. But you can be sure that all share a year round warm climate, magnificent beaches, as well as unforgettable underwater activities.
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Since the only way to truly experience the warm hospitality and stunning beauty of the Turks and Caicos is to visit each island in the chain, it’s no surprise that Tranquility clients have become our friends as they regularly return, honouring us with a rebooking rate of over 41%.
And so, to each of our amazing clients – such as the Mumford family who cannot resist the allure of the Turks and Caicos Islands – we thank you for your patronage.
And as for friends not yet made, we look forward to welcoming you ‘home’ while you create lasting memories of a lifetime.
The Mumford Clan at Windrose Estate, Christmas/New Year 2012.
Photos Courtesy of Provo Pictures, Owner, Steve Passmore
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Restaurants that must import most ingredients tend to be pricey places and “Provo” is no exception. Expect to pay about what you’d spend at an expensive restaurant in Ottawa (“E”: main dishes in the $25-$35 range) with the exception of the ones I’ve suggested are more “budget” (B) or more mid-range in price (M). Most of these restaurants post menus, and costs, online.
Here’s what we liked:
Caicos Café: (M/E)
An easy walk from our resort, located on an upper deck framed with fairy lights, its menu has a new Italian direction, and we had a memorable conch chowder splashed with island Bambarra rum, a lobster salad with mango and fennel, and a bowl of homemade pasta with a conch and lobster sauce. Admirable wine list. – www.caicoscafe.com
Coco Bistro: (E)
Growing up on skates in Canada (and now coaching and playing Monday night floor hockey in Provo), chef Stuart Gray began his culinary apprenticeship at The Windsor Arms Hotel in Toronto. Coco Bistro is a magical restaurant. The al fresco tables wrap around a harissa-coloured building, beneath a roof of towering coconut palms beautifully lit. Must try: herbed ravioli of conch and grilled peppers in a spicy rose sauce with arugula leaves and pesto, shavings of parmesan and crispy fried leeks. Save room for coconut cream pie. Delightful service. – www.cocobistro.tc
Coyaba Restaurant: (E)
When he’s not in Toronto competing in (and winning!) the Iron Chef, Hot and Spicy contest, Paul Newman is chef and owner of the gazebo-style restaurant Coyaba (Arawak word for “heavenly”). Our meal started off with a worryingly dreary amuse, but then astonished us with a series of brilliantly executed, conceptually exciting dishes. Particularly notable are the scallop ceviche with ginger, and the conch Bolognese on a creamy timbale of linguine. -www.coyabarestaurant.com
Da Conch Shack & RumBar: (B)
Thought this would be a tourist trap, but it was such fun, very pretty, and with great beach food and drink, featuring island beer and rum, and fresh-from-the-water-right-there conch, harvested, tenderized and served up as fritters, salads, ceviche, chowder, stew, jerked, stir fried . – www.conchshack.tc
Fairways Steakhouse, Provo Golf Club: (E)
Newfoundland-born Lauren Callighen is the new chef at Fairways, in the octagonal clubhouse of vaulted ceilings strung with hundreds of golf course flags from all parts of the world. Callighen’s in-house, 34-day dry-aged rib eye is spectacular meat. Good too the ahi tuna tartare with avocado chips. – www.provogolfclub.com
Hemingway’s on the Beach The Sands at Grace Bay: (M)
Home of the Conch Cup for 2011, Hemingway’s won the competition for the best conch dish with its empanadas. Oceanside deck a great spot for sunsets! – www.thesandstc.com
Middle Caicos Café, Lower Bight Road: (B)
Fresh, regional food is on the menu at this very simple, more affordable place located in the Cultural market.
Lemon Café, The Village at Grace Bay: (E)
A Montreal native with Greek roots, John Tsavalas is cooking Moroccan now in Provo at the exotic Lemon Café. Try the grouper fritters with sun-dried tomato harrissa, and the roasted Yellow Tail snapper with date and almond chutney. – www.lemon-café.com
Danny Buoy’s, Grace Bay Road: (B)
Only had beer here (the local Turks Head Amber) but wanted to mention the great band that plays on the patio every Friday Night. By day, Ontario boy Pat Riel is a Provo paramedic. At night, he’s the lead singer in the band Bowen Arrow, with T & C’s Minister of Culture, culinary activist and all-round fine fellow David Bowen on bass guitar. – www.dannybuoys.com
Opus, Ocean Club Plaza: (E)
Food is superb, atmosphere romantic, with candlelit tables spread beneath twinkling trees, at this high end, tropically lush restaurant. A judicious glug of sesame oil lifts the conch ceviche at Opus, as does its mixed citrus marinade. – www.oceanclubresorts.com
Seaside Café, Ocean Club West: (B/M)
Open-air restaurant at Ocean Club West. Loved the blackened grouper sandwiches, the fish tacos for lunch. There are five conch dishes at Seaside, and we tried them all, but kept returning to the ceviche. – www.oceanclubresorts.com
You may be planning on spending your vacation lying on the sultry beaches of Provo, but your kids have a different plan. They want to explore and take advantage of all the activities available on land and sea. We’ve got you covered with a list of fun Turks and Caicos activities that both you and your children will adore.
Glass Bottom Semi Submarine:
Take an hour-long underwater tour around Provo in a semi-submarine. The glass bottom provides an insider’s view of brilliant tropical fish and the coral formations surrounding the island. Caicos Tours offers three tours a day in the air-conditioned semi-submarine.
The National Environment Centre is a fun and educational way to spend a couple of hours out of the sun. There are exhibits on the coral reefs and ecosystems of the islands, as well as information about the research projects being done around TCI. Located in Provo, the environmental center is an attraction for any kids who love science and nature.
Horseback Riding: Live the island dream with a horseback ride along the beaches of Provo. Kids over six will love interacting with the more than 20 horses and ponies and learning how to ride. Riding a horse along the beach, into the water and through the trails is a great way to explore the exotic island.
SNUBA: Another great way to experience TCI marine life is to SNUBA, a cross between snorkeling and SCUBA diving that has the best of both worlds. It allows the diver to go a little deeper than snorkeling without deep sea diving. Older kids (over 
can dive to about 20 feet while their breathing device is attached to a raft floating on the water’s surface. Swim alongside schools of tropical fish and explore the coral reefs of Provo. Take snorkeling to the next level with this family-friendly adventure.
Water sports: Zip through the turquoise waters off Grace Bay Beach on a tube, wake board or skis. Nautique Sports allows you to rent a boat for specific time periods and try out a world of adventurous activities. Everyone in the family will love learning new water sports and spending the day racing across the top of the waves!
TCI National Museum: Travel to Grand Turk for a little bit of island history. The Turks and Caicos National Museum has got it all, from information about past shipwrecks and slavery to a botanical garden aimed at brightening the present. Peruse coin and stamp collections, and don’t forget to stop in the museum shop!
Look for wildlife: TCI is notorious for exotic marine life and unique creatures that your kids can only see in the Caribbean. An island favorite is JoJo the Bottlenose Dolphin, who loves interacting with people. In the cooler months, Humpback whales can be spotted, especially from Salt Cay. And only in TCI can you see Rock Iguanas, which dwell on some of the uninhabited islands. Keep an eye out for these rarities among the tropical fish, turtles, sharks, and other TCI wildlife.
Fun World: The ultimate Turks and Caicos place for kids is Fun World in Provo. Race through the day on the park’s Go-Cart track or challenge your children in the video arcade. Get athletic on the 32-foot rock wall or play a couple of rounds of mini-golf. Unwind or sing karaoke at the bar and grill.
Enjoy the beach and shopping! After all the excitement and fun activities, your kids may appreciate a day of playing in the white sand and swimming in the ocean. Make a family activity out of building a sandcastle or throwing around a Frisbee. The island is also home to numerous shopping centers and island craftspeople, so take a day to collect souvenirs.
Tranquility Vacations can help you plan these excursions for your family and we have the experience and resources to do it. Contact us at (649) 431-1474 about great things to do with kids in Turks and Caicos form and make your Turks and Caicos Villa Reservation today!
When you think about that Caribbean vacation get-away on the horizon, your thoughts can quickly cloud with images of your own personal paradise. This is the exact euphoric feeling that’s seen mirrored on the faces of Turks and Caicos vacationers when we greet them at the Provo airport on arrival. The TCI really is that paradise destination, with inviting soft, warm sand and clear turquoise water that can never be properly described—it must be experienced. Above and beyond the enticements of the tropical sun and crystal sea, these islands offer so much variety for the curious traveler.
The Turks and Caicos offer activities for the ocean-loving guru, from privately chartered fishing trips to unforgettable scuba-diving excursions around the most beautiful reef systems in the world. Turks and Caicos bonefishing is famed throughout the Caribbean, as well as sport fishing for swords and marlin. Both private charters and group expeditions are available with experienced captains. Vacations almost always include trying new, local foods to experience the culture first hand, and with the many restaurants sprinkled throughout the TCI, especially on the island of Providenciales (“Provo” to natives), it’s easy to get lost in conversation over dinner and drinks with friends and family. Below we’ve put together a list of laid-back vacation ideas perfect for the open-minded vacationer:
A Jaw Dropping Adventure. A nighttime TCI shark fishing excursion – chartered by local skippers that know locations where these fish come out to feed at night!
Luxury at Your Fingertips. Have a personal chef grill up your catch (shark!) with a catered party set on the beach in your private villa’s outdoor living room!
Try a Grace Bay Turks and Caicos villa outfitted with a comfortable outdoor living room with a grill overlooking picturesque views of the sweeping landscape.
Enjoy a Margarita…Or Two. If the family has a love for water sports, have the kids try tubing, snorkeling, or waterskiing off Grace Bay Beach while you watch and enjoy drinks on the beach in the warm afternoon sun.
Tee Time. Pretend to be a professional by playing on the Karl Litten 18 hole, par 72 championshipTurks and Caicos golf course and try to get scores that compete with the best!
Window on the Undersea World. Go for a ride on the Undersea Explorer, a glass bottom, semi-submarine to see spectacular views of the coral reef without getting wet!
Kayaks and …Dinosaurs? Kayak over to Iguana Island with Big Blue Unlimited to visit the sanctuary that many lucky iguanas call ‘home,’ all while enjoying time on its intimate beaches.
Langostas y Música! Island guests can first attend “Mad About Lobsters” night (in seasonat The Somerset every Tuesday before treating their ears to traditional Caribbean music. Enjoymusical traditions by a local artist or band performed at a number of restaurants and clubs.
More Than Just An Aphrodisiac! Dine on Queen conch, a type of snail that can only be described as ‘Decadent!’ and offered at restaurants across the islands.
Sun Up, Sun Down. Wake up early at your private villa to hear and breathe nothing but the soothing sounds and salty scents of the ocean water and witness a breathtaking sunrise. Afterwards,take a Pilates class before the rest of the family wakes at Studio 90 Degrees. On a romantic note later in the day, visitors can take a sunset cruise with locally made rum punch in hand.
The Private Villa Experience. Instead of just having a ‘place to stay,’ Caribbean travelers can choose their own unique sanctuary, a private Turks and Caicos villa. Villa guests describe their experience as truly personal and pampering. Island visitors can even have all their holiday details handled by a professional guest concierge, including arranging for transportation, booking tours and diving charters; or arranging for a full body massage right at the villa.
Endless Possibilities. Rejuvenate yourself with a postcard perfect escape in the Turks and Caicos, and get lost in a journey of discovery where new adventures are right around the corner. The Turks and Caicos invite spirited travelers to come play and indulge themselves with these 10 unique tips or with ideas of their own. The possibilities are endless.
About the Author Basia Zaidan is the energetic owner of Tranquility Property Management and Vacation Rentals Ltd on the Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos. Basia and her team know the TCI like no one else. She has a lively Travel Blog, insider knowledge of the islands, and a reputation for giving exceptional attention to her clients. For more information visit www.turkscaicosluxuryvillas.com, call (649) 431-1474 or email the author at arrive@turkscaicosluxuryvillas.com.
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When considering Caribbean holiday destinations, a trip to the Turks and Caicos triggers thoughts of luxurious accommodations, relaxing on the world’s finest beaches, dining at 5-star restaurants and exploring vibrant coral reefs. It’s no wonder, since the Turks and Caicos are home to some of the finest beach-front resorts in the Western hemisphere. Add another experience to this Caribbean paradise when next deciding where to spend the holidays: Regent Village, boasting a wealth of fabulous shops and restaurants.
After a day of diving the ocean the ocean floor in search of shipwrecks or exploring the largest cave network in the Caribbean, enjoy an evening in the Grace Bay area. You will find luxury boutiques, elegant dining experiences and, later in the evening, a night life featuring live music, Caribbean dance theme parties, and traditional island games. While there are several locations ton island to choose from, Regent Village is the finest for both the tropical setting and commercial options.
This attractive development is replete with fountains, lush gardens and over 30 established businesses, from dining and high-end shopping to professional services. The best part about shopping in Turks and Caicos is that you will face no luxury tax, sales tax or duties on products, like cigars, liquor, perfumes and jewellery. According to international trade agreements, residents of the US will even be able to return with up to $800 worth of items per person after a Turks and Caicos vacation of at least 48 hours. Canadian residents are limited to $750 worth of purchases per person for the same vacation length.
For island crafts, including those beautiful conch shells, there is no duty charged upon return. This means that beautiful items, like handmade jewelery containing rare conch pearls, carved wooden art, and any other item made on the island can be purchased as souvenirs or gifts for family back home. This savings extends to locally made beer, wines and the famous Bambarra rum.
We hope you will consider the many opportunities offered by Regent Village in Turks and Caicos when planning your next vacation.
| Band | Locations | Week Days |
| Island Music | Beaches Resort & Spa | Sunday – Thursday |
| International Music | Parallel23, a Tropical Grille | Wednesdays at 7:00pm |
| Correy Forbes & Sagittarius Band | Iguana | Monday’s 6 – 9pm |
| Live Music at Sunset | Hemingway’s | Tuesdays & Thursdays |
| Island Music | Mango Reef | Wednesday’s |
| Island Music & Dancing | Hole in the Wall | Thursday’s |
| Island Music & Dancing | Calico Jacks | Friday’s |
| Live Music | Simba | Friday’s |
| Island Music & Dancing | Danny Buoy’s | Saturday’s |
| Various Artists | Calico Jacks | Saturday’s |
| Dance Hall Entertainment | BET Soundstage | Saturday’s |
| Correy Forbes duo | Meridian Club | Saturday’s |
| Club Sodax | Sports Bar, Leeward Highway, Providenciales |
| Club 2009 | Down Town, Five Cays Road, Providenciales |
| Danny Buoy’s Pub | Sports Bar, Salt Mills area, Grace Bay Rd, Providenciales |
| Celebrity Club | Dance Hall & Bar, Leeward Highway, Providenciales |
| Players Club | Casino, Turtle Cove, Providenciales |
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Silver Deep operates a fleet of twelve boats that offer plenty of shade,
comfortable seating,
with easy access on the beach and to the water.
They come fully equipped with
VHF radios, cell phones for constant communication with the base and
all the required safety equipment.
You will find more details about our vessels linking to
“OUR BOATS“ page.
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On all our trips we offer complimentary use of snorkeling equipment |
Silver Deep is recognized as one of the leading Companies in the Turks and Caicos Water-sport Community thanks to Arthur Dean and his friendly native captains that have been catering
the Tourist to our Islands for over twelve years.
They will offer you a life time of experience in choosing their secret spots and providing you with interesting information on our Islands.
Link to our ”Guest Book“ page to exchange opinions with our customers and come to know better some of our Captains.
Silver Deep is committed to showing you the best time of your vacation!
