Turks and Caicos Vacation

Turks and Caicos Vacation

The Turks and Caicos Islands consist of two sets of tropical islands, the larger called Caicos and the smaller called Turks. The islands are located approximately 575 miles south of Miami, Florida.¹ They are an autonomous territory of the British Empire with their own constitution. The majority of their laws are based on those of England and Wales and a small number come from Jamaica and The Bahamas. The Turks and Caicos Islands have one of the longest coral reefs in the world and are well-known for scuba diving.² The economy relies mostly on tourism, but also depends on its status as a major off-shore financial center.²

Fast Facts

Capital: Cockburn Town
Language: English
Population: 22,352³
Currency: US Dollar
Country Code: 649

Attractions

The Casablanca Casino: Win big at one of 85 slot machines and 12 gaming tables at this casino, located on Providenciales. The casino provides free transportation to and from any resort on the island.⁴
Bamboo Gallery: This gallery located on Providenciales features the work of local artists.⁵
Caicos Conch Farm: Take a tour of the Caicos Conch Farm, where the conchs are raised from eggs. You can even pick up and hold the conchs.⁶
Golf: Ranked as one of the top golf spots in the Caribbean, the Provo Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole, par 72 course.⁶
Boat tour: Enjoy the tropical sunsets on a privately chartered boat. "Glow Worm Sunset" tours, held after the full moon each month, capture marine worms performing a mating ritual that lights up the ocean waters.⁶
"Iguana Island" Come see hundreds of iguanas up close on this island, which is maintained by the T&C National Trust.⁶

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Official Tourism Site: Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI)
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Frommer's: Turks and Caicos (Caribbean)
Fodor's: Turks and Caicos Travel Guide
TripAdvisor: Turks and Caicos Vacation Reviews
Lonely Planet: Turks and Caicos
The New York Times: Providenciales Travel Guide

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Turks and Caicos Basics

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Turks and Caicos Info

Official Tourism Site: TCI Quick Facts and Travel Tips
Official Government Site: Turks and Caicos Islands
Wikipedia: Turks and Caicos Islands
Frommer's: Turks and Caicos In Depth
Concierge.com: Turks and Caicos Fact Sheet
Fodor's: Turks and Caicos Contacts & Resources

Turks and Caicos Transportation

Official Tourism Site: TCI Land Transportation
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Lonely Planet: Turks and Caicos Transportation

Turks and Caicos Activities

Official Tourism Site: TCI Activites
Concierge.com: Turks + Caicos Diving and Whale Watching
Frommer's: Turks and Caicos Best Outdoor Adventures
Frommer's: Providenciales and Caicos, Grand Turk and Salt Cay Active Pursuits
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Turks and Caicos Attractions

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Fodor's: Turks & Caicos Sights
TripAdvisor: Things to Do in Turks and Caicos
Lonely Planet: Turk & Caicos Sights
The New York Times: Providenciales Attractions

Turks and Caicos Events

Official Tourism Site: TCI Events
Frommer's: Turks and Caicos Events
Turks & Caicos Conch Festival (November)
Turks & Caicos Music and Cultural Festival (July/August)
Turks & Caicos International Film Festival (October)
Turks & Caicos Underwater Photo Competition (June-September)

Turks and Caicos Tours

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Official Tourism Site: TCI Excursions and Tours
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Turks and Caicos Hotels

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TripAdvisor: Turks and Caicos Hotel & Accommodation Reviews
The New York Times: Providenciales Hotels

Turks and Caicos Restaurants

- The Mahalo Guide To Turks and Caicos Restaurants
Official Site: TCI Restaurant Guide
Concierge.com: Turks + Caicos Restaurants and Dining Destinations
Frommer's: Turks and Caicos Restaurants
Fodor's: Turks & Caicos Restaurants
The New York Times: Providenciales Restaurants

Turks and Caicos Shopping

Official Tourism Site: TCI Shopping
Frommer's: Providenciales and Caicos Shopping
Fodor's: Turks & Caicos Shopping
TripAdvisor: Turk and Caicos Shopping Recommendations
The New York Times: Providenciales Shopping

Turks and Caicos Nightlife

Frommer's: Providenciales and Caicos and Grand Turk Nightlife
Fodor's: Turks & Caicos Entertainment
VirtualTourist: Turks and Caicos Islands Nightlife Reviews

Turks and Caicos Blogs and Message Boards

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