Looking for a tantalizing treat for your taste-buds while you are in Turks and Caicos this month? Get ready for a delectable Turks and Caicos Island culinary event where you can dine on an array of delicious bites from many of the island’s leading chefs and restaurants at TASTE OF TAPAS. This exciting culinary event will be held on May 19th, 2017 from 6-9 PM just a quick drive from The Sands at Grace Bay at our sister Harlting Group resort property — The Shore Club on Long Bay Beach.
Enjoy tasty tapas at this island event from participating restaurants and properties including Amanyara, ASU, Beaches, Crust, Infiniti, Parallel 23, Pavilion, Sailrock, Seven, Stelle, Sui-ren, The Shore Club, and more!
Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased at TCHTA office located in Saltmills Plaza. For additional information, please call 941-5787.
We love all of our guests, fans, and friends – and enjoy so much when you share your fun photos from your time at The Sands!
To show just how much, we are thrilled to invite you to participate in our #SandsKissBliss Challenge for the chance to extend your next stay by one night on a future visit to The Sands at Grace Bay. We will also be offering surprise prizes throughout the month – so post your “kiss” pictures taken at our resort property and also show them to our front desk staff if you are onsite to get extra surprises while supplies last!
Post your kiss photo using #SandsKissBliss to The Sands’ Instagram or Facebook pages for a chance to extend your next stay at The Sands at Grace Bay! Here’s how it works:
To Enter, Follow These Three Simple Steps:
Snap a kiss photo at our resort property
Post it onto our Instagram (Instagram.com/thesandstc) or Facebook (Facebook.com/thesandsatgracebay) channel using the #SandsKissBliss hashtag
“Follow” us on Instagram (and Facebook) to receive winner notification
The #SandsKissBliss contest is happening now through May 30th. When the contest ends, one #SandsKissBliss photo taken on our resort property will be randomly selected from either our resort’s Facebook or Instagram account as the winner. Photos must include the hashtag #SandsKissBliss in their photo descriptions to be entered. Those who enter must “follow” our Facebook or Instagram pages, to receive the winner notification. One winner will receive a gift certificate to extend their stay by one night on a future visit to The Sands at Grace Bay that can be redeemed within one year from date of award.
Share the love and post your kiss pics featuring you and your love, friends, family, kids, or your own kissy face today using #SandsKissBliss – for your chance to win. The more likes your photo gets, means more entries for you so make sure to share your photo too!
What are the best travel planning tools in 2017? Thanks to AI and a lot of ingenuity, travel planning apps and websites are becoming better by the day. Here are 15 (mostly) free and useful travel planning tools.
Apps for Finding Airfare Deals
1. Dealray
This airfare tracker app finds low-cost flight deals and sends notifications when it detects massive price drops, error fares, or flash sales.
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$9.99 per month
iOS only
2. Freebird
Register your flight on Freebird up to two days before departure, and if it gets canceled or delayed by four hours, book a new ticket on any airline.
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Fees start at $19 for a one-way flight.
No app download required.
3. Skiplagged
Use this website to find “hidden city” one-way tickets with a stopover where you get off the plane instead of continuing on to the destination on your ticket— they’re often cheaper than a nonstop fare: “We’re so good, United Airlines actually sued us for it!”
AirHelp makes its money by takes a 25 percent cut.
Apps for Dealing With Layovers
5. Grab
If you’ve only got minutes to spare for a meal before boarding your flight, Grab will let you look at airport restaurant menus ahead of time, map them in the terminal, order in advance and pick up your food on the way to the gate.
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The app currently serves 174 eateries at 17 airports in the U.S.
6. Dayuse.com
Are you in for an extra-long layover? Use the Dayuse.com app to book a hotel room near the airport for a few hours to grab a shower, take a nap, or just freshen up after a red-eye.
Best of all? Dayuse offers hotel rooms for up to 75 percent off regular nightly rates at 3,000 hotels around the world.
Apps for Getting Directions
7. Cool Cousin
Use Cool Cousin to get recommendations for unique things to do from savvy locals in 14 (so far) destinations. Their suggestions aren’t ones you will find in a typical guidebook; expect hip new spots in emerging neighborhoods.
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Just iOS app for now, with Android on the way
8. Streetography
Streetography is a map-based photo sharing app for iOS. The app lets you preview neighborhoods by viewing user-generated photos. You can take a look at a neighborhood before deciding to stay there.
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“Better photos than Google Maps.”
9. Walc
Walc you directions based on easy-to-spot landmarks. A Pocket Mode feature gives step-by-step audio directions. Just plug in your ear buds, and you won’t have to constantly pull out your phone.
Apps to Plan Your Itinerary
10. PlanChat
PlanChat lets socially-connected travelers easily collaborate to create perfect group itineraries. Add restaurants, activities, and sightseeing ideas, plus keep track of expenses.
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Also use PlanChat to share photos and videos with your travel group.
11. Journy
Journy bills itself as a “travel agent and concierge rolled into one.” The travel app will construct a detailed, personalized itinerary that includes the best restaurants, sights, and events for your trip. Fees start at $15 per day, and repeat customers can sign up for a flat-rate membership.
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iOS only
12. Google Trips
Google’s new travel app pulls hotel and flight data right from your Gmail account to automatically create trip portfolios in order to create instantly accessible destination-specific city guides.
Google’s app uses your consumer behavior history (if you receive invoices and receipts from online purchases in your Gmail account) to determine personal preferences, and then create custom-tailored travel recommendations for restaurants, local events, and activities.
Just Plain Useful and Interesting Apps
13. Binaural
Battle jet lag and reset your sleep clock with the help of “binaural beats”—repetitive sounds that create a relaxed mental state.
Besides helping you sleep, the beats are supposed to help you improve focus and attention, foster learning and reduce anxiety.
14. Memrise
Learn more about the language and culture of your destination with classes on a variety of topics in more than 200 tongues.
What’s Your Favorite Travel App?
Do you have a favorite travel app? Let us know in the comments!
Turks Head Brewery has opened its doors to the public for a unique and fun beer tasting experience! Visitors get a birds-eye-view of the brewery’s facilities via the catwalk that spans the entire facility where it produces 4 varieties of beer and lager: Turk’s Head Lager, Turk’s Head Amber, Island Hopping Ale (IPA) and Turk’s Head Lite (a light lager — and occasionally some seasonal selections).
Expert tour guides offer their insight into the beer making process while you take-in the action…from brewing to bottling to packaging! Plus, included in the tour are a variety of beer samples to taste in the brewery’s tasting room. Hour-long tours run Monday through Friday at 11 am, 1pm and 3pm and are offered at $15 per person (make sure to call before to ensure availability). Group rates are available.
You can also shop for Turks Head merchandise and even purchase beer to go (reportedly the cheapest price for beer on Provo).
The brewery is in the Discovery Bay region of Providenciales situated in the TC Crystal Water Building. To get there driving from Grace Bay, take the first exit left on the First Caribbean Roundabout (the one after the large Do It Best building centre). Continue for 1000 feet (300m), and TC Crystal and the Turk’s Head Brewery will be on your left.
For additional information or to book a tour call 649-941-3637 or email [email protected]
Many celebrities, movie stars and other famous people vacation in Turks and Caicos. The sublimely beautiful combination of powdery white sand and turquoise sea is irresistible to anyone searching for a holiday in paradise, and that includes celebrities. On top of that, Turks and Caicos is still off the beaten track. It’s easy for celebrities to go off the grid here and relax in total privacy and luxury.
Let’s take a look at just a few of the celebrities who have vacationed in Turks and Caicos.
Prince in Turks and Caicos
Last year the world discovered that Providenciales is home to a stunning Caribbean hideaway belonging to the late singer Prince. The mansion was put up for sale after the singer passed away in 2016.
Prince’s Mansion, Turks Caicos. Image courtesy Christie’s International Real Estate
Prince’s mansion in Turks and Caicos, an oceanfront property, features 10 bedrooms and a purple driveway, and went on sale for $12 million.
The mansion boasts 10,000 square feet of living space, jaw-dropping views of the turquoise Caicos Bight, two private beaches and star-class amenities that would guarantee privacy and luxury.
Brad Pitt
American movie star Brad Pitt is also no stranger to the Turks and Caicos.
For her 34th birthday, pop star Nicki Minaj stayed in a luxury beachfront villa on Long Bay Beach, Providenciales. Reality TV star Kylie Jenner, celebrating her 19th birthday, stayed with her.
Rihanna Vacations on Turtle Tail
Earlier in 2016, another pop queen, Rihanna, vacation at a private villa on Turtle Tail, on the southern side of the island.
She was later spotted in spotted at a local restaurant, Bugaloo’s in Five Cays, Providenciales.
Bruce Willis
Action movie star Bruce Willis is also a frequent visitor to Turks and Caicos. He often vacations at his private villa on his own private island to the east of Providenciales.
Chalk Sound. By Flickr user Tim Sackton. (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Christie Brinkley
Photo by Tobias Linman, Flickr
Former model Christie Brinkley, as well as fashion designer Donna Karan vacation on this island. Their homes here are often for rent… if you can afford the price tag.
Tips for Planning the Ultimate Family Vacation in the Caribbean Without Going Crazy
Here are a few tips for how to plan a family vacation in the Caribbean.
Tip: Find Someplace Close to the Beach
When planning a Caribbean vacation, there is always a potential trade-off: save on your budget by selecting a hotel or resort that is off the beach, versus spending the time to find a place that is right on the water.
Family vacations are supposed to be about relaxation, but often trying to corral your kids from hotel to the beach can be stressful. So, our number-one tip when planning a Caribbean family vacation: look for a resort that’s right on the beach.
Tip: Find a Resort With a Swimming Pool
If you want even more relaxation, you can’t go wrong with a swimming pool. While the beach may be right out your front door at your resort, the pool is even closer. A pool allows kids to splash and play on their own, while giving parents the freedom to relax with a book and a drink.
Tip: Search for Resorts With Family Suites
To reduce vacation costs even further, search for resorts that offer 1, 2 and 3-bedroom suites. These are ideal for families who wish to share accommodations. Plus, suites typically feature all the comforts of home including nicely equipped kitchens and dining areas that provide families with the convenience of preparing home-cooked meals during their stay.
The resort’s studio and suite accommodations feature all the comforts of home – complete with modern kitchens and appliances, dining and living room areas with comfy couches and a TV, screened-in balconies, and washer & dryers (in most units). For those traveling with infants or toddlers, the resort should offer roll-away cribs, high chairs, and pack & plays that are available upon request.
Tip: Look for Babysitting
Any resort should feature in-room babysitting services. Babysitting allows parents to enjoy a romantic dinner, a couples spa treatment, or quality alone time together during their family vacation.
Tip: Families Typically Receive Deals During the Caribbean’s Low-Season
Summer is known as the Caribbean’s low-season and is the time of year when families can receive resort discounts and deals, reduced airfare costs, and plan a much more affordable trip to the first-class destination of Providenciales, Turks & Caicos.
From the beginning of May until mid-December, at the Sands, for example, families typically receive a 4th night free (this is on reduced low-season rates starting as low as $195 per night at The Sands at Grace Bay).
Family Activity Ideas
Make sure there are plenty of family-friendly activities at your Caribbean resort, such as:
Snorkeling in the Caribbean
Half-day snorkeling excursions are great for all ages and all ability levels – and you don’t even have to swim. Stay dry and sip rum punch in the shade while your kids go for a swim.
Here in the Turks and Caicos, snorkeling excursions typically depart from the northeast tip of Providenciales, and include a visit to Iguana Island and a stop on the barrier reef to snorkel.
Dive for conch and eat your catch fresh. Set ashore on a secluded Caribbean beach stop to relax, swim, and hunt for shells. Dive for lobsters when in season or conch to grill for lunch.
Free Watersports at Your Resort
The ideal resort should provide guests with free use of kayaks, snorkeling gear, stand-up paddleboards and other light watercraft. Staff should also be able to will helpful tips and hands-on instruction for the use of all equipment.
Local Activities for Families
The Turks and Caicos also features a number of activities that can only be done here. Here are a few on them:
Family Trip to “Iguana Island”
Several Providenciales tour providers offer round trip boat rides and snorkeling excursions that include a visit to Little Water Cay – aka “Iguana Island” – a small, protected cay that is home to thousands of endangered Turks and Caicos Rock Iguanas.
This is one of the only places in the world where you can spot these unique iguanas in their natural habitat – and is top attraction for kids. These large lizards may look scary at first, but they are actually harmless and shy herbivores.
The Turks & Caicos National Environmental Centre
Located along Providenciales’ Lower Bight Road, across from an excellent children’s park, the National Environmental Centre is a fun and informative way for visitors to learn about the indigenous wildlife, fauna and flora, and the habitats and ecosystems that can be found throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Museum admission is free and it is open daily from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Snorkel & Conch Cruise
Caicos Dream Tours offers a popular half-day snorkeling trip that is ideal for families and children of all ages. This four-hour snorkel and conch cruise excursion is offered 7 days a week and allows families to experience the third largest coral reef system in the world that surrounds the island of Providenciales.
Horseback Riding in the Caribbean
Here in the Turks and Caicos, Provo Ponies offers a one-of-a-kind horseback riding tour along a secluded stretch of Long Bay Beach on the southeast end of Providenciales, where horses may actually walk through the quiet shallow waters of the ocean.
Two guided horseback rides, one morning and one afternoon ride, are offered every Monday through Friday. These tours are for children 7 years and older, and all riding levels are welcome including beginners who have limited or no experience riding. For added convenience, Provo Ponies offers optional transportation to/from The Sands at Grace Bay and their stables for an additional charge.
Visit the Provo Ponies website for more information, rates, and to make reservations.
If you’ve had a tough semester at school or a hard grind at work, and you’re looking for total and complete relaxation, we get it. Since you’re planning to get away for the spring break, why not go on a trip you will remember for the rest of your life?
The Sands at Grace Bay in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands provides a family friendly paradise with every kind of beach holiday adventure you’ve ever dreamt; every kind of water activity, fabulous eating, astonishing adventure tours, or simply loafing on the beautiful white sands while you bake in the sun. Take it from those who have gone before you. Let them show you how it’s supposed to be done!
Interested in simply chillaxing? The Sands at Grace Bay was built just for you!
Take a relaxing float down the Lazy River just like Wanderlustry knows how.
For the physically active, nothing beats swimming in the warm, azure blue ocean. It’s a dreamy, relaxing experience. Need we say more?
Kayaking is an awesome way to get to really know the true beauty of the Turks & Caicos. You can take guided or self-guided excursions.
Are you up for something really physically challenging? Kiteboarding requires real core strength, so if you’re interested, start slow. You’re going to have to practice plenty to get as good as these pros.
If that’s a little too sporty for you, don’t worry because adventures abound! Do you enjoy hiking? We suggest you take some time to hike the beautiful North Shore or check out the historical Crossing Place Trail – a path that was at one time an integral connected between communities in the North and Middle Caicos, and today offers beautiful views of Norbellis Coves coastline.
Image from https://www.visittci.com/crossing-place-trail
Just be sure to wear shoes with soles, and don’t touch the Coral Sumac, also known as Poisonwood, which grows along many trails. These plants cause rashes and blisters, so best to avoid them.
If snorkeling, snuba or scuba diving is your thing, you have the option of setting out directly from the beach to places like the Coral Gardens just down the beach, or the harder to find Smith’s Reef near Turtle Cove (which doesn’t cost anything).
However, if you really want to experience what the best coral reefs of Turks & Caicos, consider taking a snorkeling or scuba cruise to one of the many beautiful offshore reefs. A cruise will bring you to clearer water, more impressive corral formations and an abundant variety of sea creatures. For experienced divers, a cruise will bring you to the astonishing diversity of life down a one-thousand-foot sea wall that you will never tire of exploring.
Are you convinced yet? Then hop onto your computer, or pick up the phone right now to make a reservation with The Sands at Grace Bay, book your flight and start a real spring break holiday you will remember for a lifetime!
Heck, if you get down here right now, you can even take a glow worm tour – something you can only do a night or two after the full moon.
We are thrilled to share that The Sands at Grace Bay situated in Turks and Caicos on one of the world’s highest rated, white-powder beaches today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.
We are very proud to once again earn the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Mona Beeson, GM of The Sands at Grace Bay. “Having our resort receive this prestigious acclaim demonstrates how much our commitment to excellence, the high level of service provided by our staff, and the value we offer with complimentary bonus perks and some of the most affordable rates for luxury stays on Grace Bay Beach is appreciated and recognized by our guests.”
“With the Certificate of Excellence, TripAdvisor honors hospitality businesses that have consistently received strong praise and ratings from travelers,” said Heather Leisman, Vice President of Industry Marketing, TripAdvisor. “This recognition helps travelers identify and book properties that regularly deliver great service. TripAdvisor is proud to play this integral role in helping travelers feel more confident in their booking decisions.”
The Certificate of Excellence accounts for the quality, quantity and recency of reviews submitted by travelers on TripAdvisor over a 12-month period. To qualify, a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months.
Smith’s Reef Turks and Caicos. Photo by Flickr user Tim Sackton. Image license: Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic (CC BY-SA 2.0).
One of the questions we frequently get from our gets here at the Sands Resort: “Is it safe to touch coral?”
Our typical answer: “Although it’s generally not safe for you to touch coral here in the waters of Turks and Caicos, it’s definitely not safe for the coral. With that in mind, we’d like to provide a brief summary of coral etiquette: how to enjoy and protect coral reefs in Turks and Caicos and the rest of the Caribbean.
Smith’s Reef Turks and Caicos. Photo by Flickr user Tim Sackton. Image license: Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic (CC BY-SA 2.0).
Coral Species of the Caribbean
There are about 65 species of hard corals in the Caribbean. Corals provide protection and shelter for many species and protect the coast from erosion and flooding caused by strong currents and waves. The Caribbean is home to its own unique coral reef biota, a direct result of the closing of the Isthmus of Panama 3-4 million years ago. After that, the Caribbean was isolated from the Pacific Ocean.
The Basics of Coral Biology
Corals themselves are in fact colonies of very small animals. The corals live in colonies that may taken hundreds of years to form. The visible part of the coral is its skeleton, while the animals themselves live inside as part of an interconnected colony. The corals feed on plankton that drifts by, and also often form a symbiotic relationship with algae.
In exchange for a safe place to live, the algae use photosynthesis to convert carbon dioxide from seawater into energy for the corals.
Hard corals
Corals can be divided into two main types: hard corals (also known as stony corals, or scleractinians) and soft corals (gorgonians or octocorals). Stony corals are the most important reef builders, but organpipe corals, precious red corals, and blue corals also have stony skeletons.
Soft corals
Soft corals differ from hard corals in that they don’t produce a calcium carbonate skeleton, so they’re not as rigid as other corals. In addition, these corals usually have a unique bumpy or feathery appearance, due to the particular way they grow.
Coral in Turks and Caicos
At least 60 species of coral live in the waters off the Turks and Caicos. Hard coral varieties include staghorn, elkhorn, pillar, star, and brain. Sea fans, sea whips, and sea plumes number among the soft varieties.
Coral Reefs in Turks and Caicos
The Turks and Caicos Islands are home to one of the longest barrier reefs in the world – it’s over 125 miles long, and protects the north shore of the island of Providenciales. The barrier reef is and an ideal spot to observe humpback whales, and with underwater visibility exceeding 100 feet in most locations, the coral reefs, sea mounts and sea walls that surround the islands are perfect for encountering schools of tropical fish, sea turtles, eagle rays and even sharks.
There are also reefs closer to our resort on Grace Bay Beach.
Coral Gardens
Also known as Bight Reef, the Coral Gardens snorkeling area is just a short walk down the beach from the Sands at Grace Bay resort and is one of the most popular snorkeling areas in Providenciales. The shallow and calm waters that can be accessed right from the beach, the diversity of fish, the clearly marked boundaries, and the safely roped off area make this a great spot for families and beginners to snorkel.
Smith’s Reef
Smith’s Reef is actually a number of reefs located close to Turtle Cove, a resort area to the west of the international airport.
Smith’s Reef is a bit isolated and can be a little harder to find than other popular areas, so be sure to ask our concierge for directions.
Other conditions to be aware of at Smith’s Reef include tides and currents. Snorkelers should also watch out for Lionfish. Lionfish are an invasive species that have become common in some parts of the Turks and Caicos. While Lionfish are not aggressive, their spines are poisonous.
Fire Coral in Turks and Caicos
There are several species of coral-like “fire corals” (hydrocorals) that can give stings if touched. It might hurt instantly, or there may be delayed pain or itching, kind of like a jellyfish sting. These stinging corals are typically marked and identified, but it’s one more reason to never touch corals when you are snorkeling.
How to Protect Coral Reefs
The number-one thing to remember about touching corals is that you, as a human, pose the most danger.
Simply touching corals to see what they feel like can cause the death of an entire colony. Oils from your skin can disturb the delicate mucous membranes which protect the animals from
Needless to say, walking or standing on coral will kill the living coral polyps that are the builders of the reef structure. So, as a rule, never stand on coral to adjust mask. Swim well and clear of the reef and kick to keep head out without the possibility of kicking the reef, or search for a sandy or coral free shallow place to stand. Don’t touch, pickup or hold reef life.
5 Ways to Protect Coral Reefs Anywhere in the World
You can also protect coral reefs from just about anywhere in the world. Here are five ways to help:
1. Help reduce pollution
Walk, bike or ride the bus. Fossil fuel emissions from cars and industry raise lead to ocean warming which causes mass-bleaching of corals and can lead to widespread destruction of reefs.
2. Research what you put on your lawn
Although you may live thousands of miles from a coral reef ecosystem, these products flow into the water system, pollute the ocean, and can harm coral reefs and marine life.
3. Don’t litter
Don’t leave fishing lines or nets behind in the water or on the beach. Any kind of litter will harm the reef and the fish.
4. Support reef-friendly businesses
When you travel, ask your dive or snorkeling operators how they protect the reef. Be sure they promote reef-friendly activities, and ask if the organization responsible is part of a coral reef ecosystem management effort.
5. Practice safe and responsible diving and snorkeling
Remember, do not touch the reef. Contact with the coral will damage the delicate coral animals.
Often one of the best parts of traveling is the food. And the Caribbean provides excellent opportunities to experience a wide variety of culinary cultures.
Thank to the long and varied history of the region, with connections to Spain, Africa and the American South, every island chain in the Caribbean represents its own unique cultural crossroads.
One of the benefits of this cross-pollination is fantastic food. Here are some tasty Caribbean foods you should not do without.
Jerk Chicken
Spicy “jerk” is a quintessential Caribbean food. The term jerk is said to come from the word charqui, a Spanish term for jerked or dried meat. Meat, fish or vegetables are rubbed with seasonings and then are slowly grilled over a wood fire. As a result, jerked foods take on a spicy-sweet flavor and tender texture that’s unmatched.
Here is a dish that combines Cajun-style shrimp with jerk chicken.
Pepperpot is a spiced vegetable soup that is just hearty enough to be a meal. This stew has a distinctly Caribbean flavor thanks to a taste of coconut. Scotch bonnet peppers or 1 habanero pepper gives Pepperpot its name and its fiery taste.
Chicken and rice, or Arroz Con Pollo, is often called the official comfort food of the Caribbean. Popular in the Caribbean wherever Spanish influences remain strong, this simple dish is a savoury mix of flavors that include tomatoes, garlic and peppers and more. The dish is baked and smells absolutely delicious.
Crab and rice is our own special treat here on Providenciales. The dish, which features the blue crab common to the Turks and Caicos, is a local comfort food and can be ordered in most restaurants on the island.
A photo posted by TURKS & CAICOS FOOD & CULTURE (@tcifoodandculture) on
Conch Fritters
While conch fritters are said to be the characteristic food of the Turks and Caicos, this dish is said to be a relatively new arrival to the islands.
The Caribbean Queen conch is the native mollusk and number one export for the Turks & Caicos Islands. It’s said that each of the islands in Turks and Caicos produces its own unique flavour of conch meat.
It’s a great way to taste local cuisine and also meet the local residents of Providenciales. Conch Festival The Conch Festival is held on the last weekend of November every year in Turks and Caicos.
This event kicks off the Christmas season on Providenciales. It’s a lot of great food and fun for the whole family.
What’s Your Favorite Food When You Visit Us?
Do you have a favorite food or place to eat when you visit Turks and Caicos? If you do, let us know in the comments.
As well, if you want to get an in-depth look at the cuisine of Turks of Caicos, be sure to check out the @TCIFoodandCulture Instagram feed. The photos are mouth-watering and verge on “food porn.”
Looking for a tantalizing treat for your taste-buds while you are in Turks and Caicos this month? Get ready for a delectable Turks and Caicos Island culinary event where you can dine on an array of delicious bites from many of the island’s leading chefs and restaurants at TASTE OF TAPAS. This exciting culinary event will be held on May 19th, 2017 from 6-9 PM just a quick drive from The Sands at Grace Bay at our sister Harlting Group resort property — The Shore Club on Long Bay Beach.
ned its doors to the public for a unique and fun beer tasting experience! Visitors get a birds-eye-view of the brewery’s facilities via the catwalk that spans the entire facility where it produces 4 varieties of beer and lager: Turk’s Head Lager, Turk’s Head Amber, Island Hopping Ale (IPA) and Turk’s Head Lite (a light lager — and occasionally some seasonal selections).
We are thrilled to share that The Sands at Grace Bay situated in Turks and Caicos on one of the world’s highest rated, white-powder beaches today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.
