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- Government: British Overseas Territory
- Governor: Richard TauwhareTCI Inquiry: Richard Tauwhare
- Language spoken: English
- Population: 21,746 (2007)CBS News: Country Fast Facts: Turks and Caicos Islands
- Currency: US Dollar (USD)
- Area code: +649
- Calling code: +1 649
- Time zone: Eastern Standard
- Average Temperature: 83°F (28°C)
- Airport code: PLS
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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.Turks and Caicos: Turks and Caicos 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.Turks and Caicos Islands:Turks and Caicos Scuba Diving The economy relies mostly on tourism, but also depends on its status as a major off-shore financial center.Turks and Caicos Islands:Turks and Caicos Finances
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Attraction
- 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.turksand caicos-guide.info: Casablanca Casino
- Bamboo Gallery: This gallery located on Providenciales features the work of local artists.Caribbean Magazine: Bamboo Gallery
- 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.About.com: Caicos Conch Farm
- 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.About.com: Golf
- 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.About.com: Boat tours
- "Iguana Island" Come see hundreds of iguanas up close on this island, which is maintained by the T&C National Trust.About.com: Iguana Island
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Turks and Caicos Vacation Questions
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Turks and Caicos Hotels
- The Mahalo Guide To Turks and Caicos Hotels
- Official Tourism Site: TCI Accommodations
- TCI Hotel and Tourism Association: Turks and Caicos Accommodations
- Concierge.com: Turks + Caicos Hotels
- Frommer's: Turks and Caicos Hotels
- Fodor's: Turks and Caicos Hotels
- TripAdvisor: Turks and Caicos Hotel & Accommodation Reviews
- The New York Times: Providenciales Hotels
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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
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