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Tips For Having Even More Summer Fun in Turks & Caicos

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Go Horseback Riding On A Secluded Beach and In The Ocean with Provo Ponies!

Have you ever dreamed of horseback riding on a pristine white beach and in the crystal clear, turquoise waters surrounding the Turks & Caicos islands? We recommend guests staying at our Turks & Caicos resort to consider a fun and memorable horseback riding excursion with Provo Ponies – located on the southeast end of Providenciales. Provo Ponies allows travelers to experience charming horseback rides along a four-miles secluded stretch of Long Bay Beach, and offers small group guided horseback riding tours as well as private rides that are ideal for beginners to advanced riders.

You’ll have the chance to leisurely ride a horse along quiet paths and on the pristine white sands of Long Bay Beach, and riders even take the horses into the turquoise shallow ocean waters – for a truly unique and unforgettable experience!

Provo Ponies offers two guided horseback rides during the weekdays – Monday through Friday. The morning ride is at 9:30am, and the afternoon ride at 4:00pm during the summer. They accept experience levels from 6 years old and up – and private horseback rides are available for an additional fee.  For more information or to make reservations online, visit https://www.provoponies.com/.

 

 

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Our Turks & Caicos luxury resort featured in leading Aus newspaper!

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The Australian, a leading newspaper in that country with several million subscribers, has more than a few nice things to say about The Sands at Grace Bay and Grace Bay Beach itself.

In its article Word’s out about the world’s best beach, the Australian newspaper explains that  Grace Bay beach has been ranked by Trip Advisor as the #1 beach destination in the world.

Award winners were determined based on the most highly rated beach destinations by travelers in TripAdvisor reviews. Unlike any other awards or rankings, TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice winners are based on millions of reviews from travelers around the world, and TripAdvisor manages a variety of websites that make up the largest travel community in the world, with, according to the company, more than 50 million unique monthly visitors, and over 60 million reviews.

The Australian article actually features an interview with staff at the Sands at Grace Bay, who notes that the Turks and Caicos are still off the radar for many people – although  the islands are slowly growing in popularity.

The article mentions snorkeling just offshore on Grace Bay beach, as well as, for the more adventurous, scuba expeditions to the “Wall” offshore, the barrier reef that protects the islands and is home to more and bigger species of marine life, including whales, dolphins and sting rays.

Sunsets seem to be a favorite of the writer who visited us here in TCI:

The sheer beauty of the place is what makes it so special, especially at sunset. Time to sit under a coconut palm and order cocktails, as a red sun sets over the water.

As Caribbean torches and kerosene lanterns are lit at restaurant tables along the beach, all you can hear is the sound of the waves.

“People often compare us to other Caribbean places, but I always say the beach here is so much better,” says an employee at the Sand at Grace Bay.

We couldn’t agree more.

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The Sands at Grace Bay Remains Open

Due to the reports of gastrointestinal illness that have caused the temporary closure of two resorts in Providenciales, The Sands at Grace Bay along with many other resorts have implemented resort-wide safety procedures to ensure the continued safety and health of guests and staff. The Sands at Grace Bay is regularly sanitizing all guest rooms, public areas and the restaurant with bleach and disinfectants as a precautionary measure.

The Sands at Grace Bay Resort and Hemingway’s Beachfront Restaurant continue to remain open and safe to the public and to travelers.

We are monitoring this situation closely and will continue to implement precautionary resort-wide sanitization measures to ensure that guests and staff remain healthy. Vacationers staying at The Sands at Grace Bay are continuing to enjoy their trips in Providenciales and their time spent at the resort.

For More Information:

Cassie Dittrich
Account Manager
NJC Communications
[email protected]
802.522.0714

About the Sands at Grace Bay

The Sands at Grace Bay is situated on the world-renowned 12-mile crescent of powdery white sand known as Grace Bay Beach – voted the #1 Beach Destination In The World by Trip Advisor’s 2011 ‘Traveler’s Choice’ Awards. This gracious, family-friendly 114-room resort located on six oceanfront acres offers accommodations in studios and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites ranging from 1,000 to 1,600 square feet, all of which combine comfort-focused amenities and spectacular natural surroundings. Suites also come with fully equipped kitchens appointed with stainless appliances, granite countertops, coffee makers and more. The Sands at Grace Bay is the home of Hemingway’s Restaurant and Bar – a legendary beach-side venue and local favorite – where guests can enjoy gourmet selections and island specialties seven days a week. Spa treatments by Spa Tropique are also available by appointment.

For reservations, call toll-free from the U.S. (877) 777-2637; from Canada (800) 567-5327; online at www.thesandstc.flywheelstaging.com or contact your travel agent.

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It’s official – a Turks and Caicos beach wedding is the best

Influential American weekly news magazine US News and World Report has identified the Turks and Caicos Islands – our humble corner of paradise in the Caribbean – as one of the world’s top 10 honeymoon destinations in the world. We ranked ahead of the French territory of St. Martin, but were beaten out by Martinique, another French protectorate; it pays to be French, guess.

Here are US News and World Report’s top 22 honeymoon destinations

Why does US News and World Report love TCI so much?:

Catering to an upscale clientele, Turks & Caicos are perhaps one of the least developed Caribbean destinations — and make for an intimate and somewhat secluded honeymoon experience. Besides the beaches, the main attractions in Turks & Caicos are snorkeling, scuba diving and spa treatments, all of which can be enjoyed by newly married couples. And these islands are also known for their spectacular… dining scene.

According to the magazine, one of the top attractions on the island of Providenciales is Grace Bay Beach. It’s perfect for weddings, and it’s perfect for planning a romantic honeymoon.

As we all know, the Sands at Grace Bay is located just steps from the beautiful white sand and turquoise water of this famous beach.

We love TCI because it enjoys daily flights from Miami, New York, Toronto and other major cities, which makes it easy to plan a destination wedding. As US News and World Report points out, the Turks and Caicos are a little off the beaten path, so people who do travel to Provo tend to be more interested in a refined, luxury experience.

Plus, there’s Grace Bay Beach. Have we mentioned that yet? White sand! Translucent water! Dolphins! Sunsets! Rum punch! The perfect ingredients for a perfect honeymoon.

To plan the perfect Turks and Caicos beach wedding, please contact out staff.

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Attention Recreational & Competitive Swimmers!

The Annual “Race For The Conch” Eco-SeaSwim Race Takes Place On Saturday, July 7, 2012

This organized open water charity swim race happens right here in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. With world-class swimmers in attendance, this annual race is held to raise awareness of the valuable ocean and reef systems surrounding the islands and funds support local ocean and reef protection charities. The race consists of both a one-mile and a 2.4 mile race along the world-renowned Grace Bay Beach, and is open to all competitive and recreational swimmers. There is also a 100 meters children’s “Race for the Conch” for swimmers twelve years and younger (all children may participate for free.)

For more information about the race including a course map, schedule, pricing and for registration, visit www.ecoseaswim.com. We encourage our guests staying at The Sands at Grace Bay to either participate or cheer on the competitors the day of the race! For those travelers or swimmers planning to take part in the race, don’t forget that we are offering a 4th Night Free travel deal this summer so you can take advantage of our special summer savings during your Turks & Caicos trip!

Photo courtesy of the ecoseaswim.com
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Turks and Caicos Events: South Caicos Regatta + TCI Flag Festival

There a couple of Turks and Caicos events coming up this month we think our guest should know about: the Caicos Regatta and the all-new Turks and Caicos international flag festival.

Caicos Regatta

Every year since 1967, TCI has hosted the South Caicos Regatta. an annual festival that features everything from parade floats and Maypole dances, to a Junkanoo music contest, dancing, model competitions and a triathalon. And of course, the event includes a regatta with participants from all over the Turks and Caicos Island chain, and even from other parts of the Caribbean and the North American mainland.

This year, the Caicos Regatta will be held from Thursday, May 24, 2012  to Sunday, May 27, on South Caicos (contact our concierge to get information about how to travel to South Caicos from Provo).

The Caicos Regatta dates back to February 1966, when Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip visited South Caicos on board the beautiful (and now sadly retired) royal yacht HMS Britannia. It was the first royal visit to TCI (still a British Overseas Territory even today), and of the people attending thought the “SAIL PAST – SALUTE” of the local sloops were the highlights of the day. Learn more about the fascinating history of the South Caicos Regatta here.

 

This year the theme of the Regatta is “Keeping the Vibe Alive”. It means this family-friendly event will be offer plenty of fun for everyone. It’s a great chance to learn more about

TCI Flag Festival

Following the Regatta, stay tuned for the first-ever Turks and Caicos International Flag Festival. The TCI is truly international place, with people coming from all over the world to work here, and to play here. The Turks and Caicos is home to a truly multi-cultural society, and it’s also easier to get from here to there and back again than every before (New York and Toronto, for example, are only about 3 hours away by air).

Flag Fest 2012 will include a kickoff party and a beach picnic. The grand event will be a motorcade and flag party including the Little Miss Flag Fest Pageant at the National Stadium on Venetian Road on Providenciales.

On Sunday, June 3 a Beach Party and Food Festival will be held June 4 at the Children’s Park on the Lower Bight Road.

The Sands at Grace Bay is a Turks and Caicos Resort.

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Tempting Summer Travelers with 4th Night Free Deal!

We are pleased to offer a 4th Night FREE promotion valid on all room categories, for guests who purchase stays of three consecutive nights or more between May 1st through December 22nd, 2012. With summer resort rates starting as low as $185 per night, The Sands at Grace Bay is an affordably luxurious place to stay during Caribbean’s low-season.

In addition to our 4th Night Free travel deal promotion, we are offering guests the following four ways to have plenty of fun under the sun for FREE during their Turks & Caicos vacation:

  1. Watersports Adventures – In addition to relaxing by the resort’s three swimming pools and idyllic location alongside world-famous Grace Bay Beach, resort guests benefit from access to complimentary watersports equipment – including kayaks, windsurfing equipment and stand-up paddle boards to snorkel gear and Hobie Cats– for active ocean adventures!
  2. Secluded Beach & Island Tour by Bike – Resort guests can enjoy use of the resort’s free bicycles for exploring the breathtaking island sights at their own pace, by touring the protected and secluded beaches that can be found throughout Princess Alexandra National Park. Guests can also bike to the local island shops, which include art galleries, ice cream parlors, delis and bakeries, jewelry and souvenir stores as well as sample food from an array of nearby restaurants or the local Gourmet Grocery store.
  3. Tuesday Manager’s Cocktail Party – Every Tuesday afternoon from 5-6pm The Sands at Grace Bay hosts a poolside Happy Hour for guests. The weekly party features complimentary Rum Punch and beverages, delicious small bites and live music. Travelers can mix and mingle with other vacationers, while enjoying breathtaking ocean views.
  4. Snorkeling Paradise – Experienced snorkeler’s can use the resort’s complimentary snorkeling gear and head to Smith’s Reef in Princess Alexandra National Park, touted as one of the top snorkeling spots in the world. It features underwater trails with signs that describe the diversity of wildlife that can be found here including eagle rays, turtles, colorful schools of fish, and vibrant corals. More beginner-level snorkelers and families are encouraged to walk to the Coral Gardens Snorkeling site along Grace Bay Beach, which is a protected, roped off coral reef that is one of the best off-beach snorkeling sites on the island.

Our 4th Night FREE promotion is valid for new bookings made on all room categories at The Sands at Grace Bay, for consecutive stays of four nights or more started and completed between May 1st through December 22, 2012. Guests can book this offer online at www.thesandstc.flywheelstaging.com, using the promo code “4NF” – or they can toll-free from the U.S. (877) 777-2637; from Canada (800) 567-5327; or contact a travel agent for reservations!

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Relax at our Turks & Caicos Spa

Everyone comes to Provo to relax, and what better place to do so than at a Turks & Caicos spa? The Sands at Grace Bay is home to Spa Tropique, the longest-running spa on the island.

Owned and operated by Meryl Cooper (who herself has an interesting dual career as an actor, voice artist and accomplished entrepreneur), Spa Tropique employs an A-Team of estheticians and massage therapists to give you the very best care possible during your stay on Provo.

Got a sunburn, Spa Tropique can help you. Feeling tired after spending months in the trenches at work during a cold winter? Spa Tropique can help you. There’s treatments for everything from headaches to the aches and pains of expecting mothers.

Here is just a sample of Meryl and Spa Tropique’s fabulous treatments:

Island Indulgence

This treatment includes an aromatherapy massage, and a long, drawn-out foot massage.

Beach Bliss

A detoxifying seaweed wrap, mini facial with strawberry mask and aromatherapy massage are the perfect way to end a day at the beach.

Caribbean Calm

Experience a hot stone massage, full scalp massage and a fabulous foot massage while being caressed by cool Caribbean breezes.

Spoiled Rotten

One of the most popular treatments, this includes:

  • Kiwi & Coconut Body Polish
  • Aromatherapy Massage
  • Vitamin C & Seaweed Facial
  • Spa Manicure
  • Spa Pedicure

Smooth Sailing

Perfect for after spending a day out on the water, this includes a Smoothing Mango Scrub, a Cooling Yogurt Wrap and a Mini-Facial with Papaya Face Mask

Island Paradise

This is why you came to the Turks and Caicso – experience a sedate Swedish Massage and a European Deep Cleansing Facial. It’s great for getting ready to go out into the sun.

Meryl and the Spa Tropique team are waiting for you at our Turks & Caicos Spa today!

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Perk for Guests: Tuesday Manager’s Cocktail Party!

As a special treat for our Turks & Caicos resort guests, every Tuesday we host a Manager’s Cocktail Party from 5:00-6:00pm! This complimentary poolside Happy Hour is an extra perk we offer our guests, so you can cool off from a fun day in the sun with our complimentary Rum Punch and chilled beverages as well as enjoy delicious small appetizer bites while mingling with other laid-back vacationers and our resort staff.

Our Tuesday party also features live Caribbean style music that will really help you relax and unwind (if our Rum Punch doesn’t do the trick!)

On your next visit , we look forward to seeing you poolside for our Tuesday Manager’s Cocktail hour. Afterwards, plan on making your way over to Hemingway’s Restaurant & Bar to enjoy a delicious oceanside dinner while watching the sunset. It’s the perfect way to end a vacation day in tropical paradise!

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Relax, Rejuvenate & Recharge in Turks & Caicos: You Deserve to Be Pampered in Paradise at Our Spa Tropique

You deserve to be pampered during your visit to our Turks & Caicos resort – and what better way than with a rejuvenating spa treatment to soothe your muscles and relax your soul while you’re vacationing in paradise?

Spa Tropique offers guests at The Sands at Grace Bay unique treatments using the island’s bounty of local salts, oils and extracts. These island-inspired treatments will leave you rejuvenated, energized or totally relaxed, your skin and soul glowing.  Couples and private treatments for men and women can be scheduled at the spa or in-room, seven days a week, by appointment.

At Spa Tropique, guests can discover warm, healing comfort with time honored scrubs and wraps of Seaweed or Moor Mud.  The Turks Island Salt Glow treatment utilizes local sea salts from the flats of Salt Cay; the Margarita Body Glow body scrub uses Turks Island sea salts and cocoa butter; and the Caribbean Wrapsody is a papaya-pineapple crème fraiche hydrating body wrap.

The very popular “Hot Stone” massage involves the application of heated smooth stones to large muscle areas or on specific chakra points to promote a deep state of relaxation.  Deep tissue and Swedish massages are also available, as are aromatherapy, scalp, hand and foot massages.

Specialized treatments include the Beach Bliss that combines a detoxifying seaweed wrap, seaweed mask mini facial and aromatherapy massage.  The Spoiled Rotten combines a toasted coconut body polish with an aromatherapy massage, European deep cleaning facial and manicure & pedicure.  Or reconnect with your beloved during an Evening Delight couples combination treatment of side-by-side Swedish massages and mini foot massages.

Spa Tropique also offers a wide variety of facials for both men and women, carefully tailored to individual skin type. Manicures, pedicures, exfoliating or firming masks, waxing, and a number of mini treatments are available for people eager to discover everything the resort and island have to offer.

For more information or to schedule your appointment at Spa Tropique, visit www.thesandstc.flywheelstaging.com or http://www.spatropique.com.