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Share the Love This Spring and Take the #SandsKissBliss Social Media Challenge Today

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:

  1. Snap a kiss photo at our resort property
  2. Post it onto our Instagram (Instagram.com/thesandstc) or Facebook (Facebook.com/thesandsatgracebay) channel using the #SandsKissBliss hashtag
  3. “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!

 

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Come Experience the New Turks Head Brewery Tour!

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]

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Just In Time For Valentine’s – February Events and Romance Packages

Just in time for Valentine’s Month, The Sands at Grace Bay presents its 2017 romance packages along with fun February events to enjoy!

February Events on Turks & Caicos

On February 6th from 8-10pm, the Chocolate Lover’s Showcase beckons with the sweetest of cocoa treats — all to benefit the Turks and Caicos Salvation Army. From desserts and drinks to pastries and other chocolate creations are yours for the tasting. Enjoy music and a silent auction to round out the event take is set to take place at our sister Hartling property, The Palms Turks and Caicos.

Just before Valentine’s Day on February 13th, get ready to revel in “Hopelessly Romantic” an evening of romantic songs by local artists at Stargazer Villa. Ticket price will include champagne cocktail, culinary delights by talented island chefs, music by local vocalists, and membership to Turks and Caicos Friends of the Arts (TCFAF).

Later in the week on February 18th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., it’s the 17th annual Valentine’s Day Cup Model Sailboat Races Festival on Bambarra beach on Middle Caicos promising a fun filled day on the beach including four model boat races, music, games and much more!

2017 Romance Packages at The Sands at Grace Bay

Keep the romance alive all year long! These packages offered by The Sands conveniently allow couples to customize the details of their stay, by selecting their accommodation type, length of stay and time of visit – based on their desired preferences and budget

The Sands’ two romance packages feature special touches such as couples massages, sunset beach cruises and more. Regardless of which package is selected, couples will find it easy to fall in love all over again while taking quiet strolls along the resort’s pristine stretch of Grace Bay Beach, enjoying romantic candle-lit dinners on the Hemingway’s dune deck, and relaxing together in The Sands’ elegant and spacious suites that feature oversized balconies and all the comforts of home. The following are The Sands’ 2017 Romance Package inclusions:

Fall in Love Again Package: $750 Per Couple
– Chilled bottle of sparkling wine in room upon arrival
– 70 Minute Swedish Massage For Two
– Couples Sunset Cruise

Lasting Love Romance Package: $1,350 Per Couple
– Chilled bottle of sparkling wine in room upon arrival
– Fresh Flowers & Strawberries in room upon arrival
– His & Her Spa Treatments For Two including:
70 Minute Swedish Massage
Full Scalp Massage
Mini Reflexology
– Couples Sunset Cruise
– Couples Beach & Snorkel Cruise: a scenic excursion for two that includes a boat tour of Providenciales’ secluded Cays and snorkeling along the island’s top-rated coral reefs
– Roundtrip Airport Transfers

In addition to the resort’s affordable rates and luxurious studio and suite accommodations along Grace Bay Beach, couples also benefit from the following added-value amenities: complimentary use of watersports equipment – including kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkel gear and Hobie Cats; bicycles for exploring nearby surroundings; a Tuesday Manager’s cocktail party; three free-form swimming pools, a tennis/basketball court, and more.

The 2017 romance package rates exclude the price of room accommodations, resort taxes and service charges.  Couples may select their preferred studio or suite accommodation based on their budgets and may combine the Romance Packages with the resort’s 4th Night Free offer for additional savings.

 

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Upcoming Events — Join in the Turks & Caicos Island Fun

2017-in-sandFrom the weekly fish fry and active family events to a chocolate lovers showcase and angling fun — there is so much for all to enjoy in Turks and Caicos every day.

Check out some of the island’s upcoming events for 2017:

Every Thursday Evening
“Island Fish Fry”
Every Thursday evening, the cultural explosion continues with a fun-filled line-up of entertainers, cultural acts and all your favorite local restaurants serving up their specialties. From 5:30pm – 9:30pm. Presented by the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board. Come and “Catch a Bite,” at The Bight, Children’s Park on the lower Bight Road.

January 14, 2017
Nutrition In Demand – Move-a-thon 2017
6th annual event and fundraiser for Nutrition in Demand – 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon, plus Health Fair, Fun & Games after the Run. Nutrition in Demand is a non profit organization aimed at raising awareness to health and healthy eating through a variety of projects including disease prevention and management workshops and nutrition & physical activity summer camps for children among many other projects.
Time: 6:00am
Place: Bight Children’s Park
www.nutritionindemand.com
Registration rates: Adults: $20, Children (0-12): $15
Groups of 10-15 persons: 10% off
Groups of 16+ persons: 15% off
At the venue: $25

February 4, 2017
Salvation Army Chocolate Lovers Showcase
Venue: TBD

February 18, 2017
Valentine’s Day Cup Model Sailboat Races 2017
The model sailboat race day on Bambarra Beach in Middle Caicos, is ready for it’s annual event with a great line up of boats, food and music! So make plans to come and enjoy this wonderful cultural festival.

March 9-12, 2017
7th Annual Wine Cellar Golf & Fishing Tournament @ Providenciales
www.golfandfishingtci.com

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Planning A Day Trip To South Caicos From Providenciales, Turks & Caicos

For guests of The Sands at Grace Bay or Providenciales visitors looking to explore the nearby Turks & Caicos Islands for a fun day trip, Caribbean Cruisin’ conveniently offers a twice-weekly 75-minute ferry service from Providenciales to South Caicos Island which departs on Friday and Sunday.

Things to do in South Caicos:

South Caicos offers world class snorkeling and diving ‘off the beach’ or a short boat ride away. There’s even an amazing 7000ft reef wall for scuba divers to explore with a few wrecks.

You can wander around the sleepy  town of Cockburn Harbor and because South Caicos has a thriving fishing, conch and lobster industry, enjoy lunch or dinner in one of the local restaurants to enjoy freshly caught fish and seafood. There are many points of interest to explore including Flamingo Pond, Wades Green Loyalist Plantation, Cottage Pond and Horse Stable Beach

Other attractions for visitors in South Caicos include:

  • Kayaking & stand up paddle boarding through the mangroves
  • Bone fishing and deep sea fishing are popular as South Caicos is known as the fishing center of the Islands
  • Visit Long Cay to see the Iguanas
  • Trek along the North shore or just relax on one of the many beautiful deserted beaches.
  • The island also hosts the annual BIG SOUTH Regatta held in May each year.
  • Explore the Conch Bar caves or hike across the Crossing Place Trail

Long Cay as seen from South Caicos

Click here for more info. on South Caicos: http://tcimall.tc/south-caicos/

Click here for the South Caicos ferry schedule: http://www.tciferry.com/south-caicos-ferry

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Planning a fun day trip to North Caicos from Providenciales

For guests of The Sands at Grace Bay looking to explore the nearby Turks & Caicos Islands for a fun day trip, Caribbean Cruisin’ conveniently offers daily ferry service from Providenciales to North Caicos and South Caicos Islands. The 25-minute ferry ride from Providenciales to North Caicos is offered several times throughout the day, every Monday through Sunday.

Three Mary's Cay, North Caicos
Three Mary’s Cay, North Caicos

Here are some fun things to do and attractions to see in North Caicos:

Things to do in North Caicos:

Snorkelers enjoy the shallow clear waters and various coral heads along the North shore. The beaches along the North shore are gently sloping and the waves are minimal as the shoreline is protected by the barrier reef, about 1 mile from the coast.

North Caicos is home to some of the following attractions:

  • Three Mary’s Cays Sanctuary – a breathtaking beach known for snorkeling and its serenity
  • Whitby Beach – a 7 mile stretch of white sand beach that is famous for its snorkeling
  • Protected nature reserves – home to West Indian Flamingos
  • Eco-Adventure tours – guided kayak, mountain bike and boat tours are a great way to explore this island

Click here for more information on North Caicos: http://tcimall.tc/north-caicos/

Click here for the North Caicos ferry schedule: http://www.tciferry.com/tciferry-turks-and-caicos-ferry-to-north-caicos

 

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Cool Caribbean Beach Gear For Your Next Turks & Caicos Trip

GoCaribbean.About.com recently featured a “Cool Caribbean Beach Gear For Your Spring Getaway” article highlighting some great beach gear product recommendations that we loved! Here are 3 products featured in the article that our guests may enjoy bringing to use during their stay at The Sands at Grace Bay in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos:

  1. Polk AudioSwimmer Duo – this Bluetooth speaker is perfect for hanging along one of our pool or beach chairs.  It has a dirt, shock and water proof case. You can also use it in your hotel room by attaching it to a mirror with the suction cup that comes included in your purchase. It charges quickly and the battery lasts up to 8 hours.

    Polk Audio
    Polk Audio
  2. Adidas Climacool Voyager  - These quick-drying, lightweight hiking shoes have a drainage system to help keep water out when you’re on wet trails. They would be great for strolls along our Grace Bay Beach as well as handy to take along on boat rides during your Turks & Caicos trip.

    Adidas
    Adidas
  3. Fivesse Beach Backpack - This beach bag is great for enjoying a day along our Grace Bay Beach, for biking around Providenciales or for bringing on a fun day excursion in the Turks & Caicos Islands. It has a water resistant interior, removable water-resistant bags for sunscreen or snacks, an outside towel holder, and plenty of pockets including one pocket for seashells!
    Finesse
    Fivesse

    For more cool Caribbean beach travel gear products and recommendations, visit our resort Pinterest page at:https://www.pinterest.com/thesandstc/caribbean-beach-travel-gear-style-guide/

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#SandsSelfie Turks & Caicos Photo Contest Winner Announced!

Thanks to all our guests who participated in our March #SandsSelfie photos – the photos you submitted on our Facebook & Instagram pages were simply outstanding and we loved seeing all your smiling faces! The results of our March #SandsSelfie Turks & Caicos photo contest are finally in –  and we’re excited to announce the winning photo submission that will be awarded a gift certificate for a 3-Night Stay in a luxurious one-bedroom oceanview suite at The Sands:

Here’s the Winning #SandsSelfie photo that was posted onto our Facebook wall by Erin Katsman-Lesynski:

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This photo captures one of the many reasons why families continue to come stay with us at our top-rated Providenciales resort and why we were named a “2015 Family Favorite Hotel” by Family Vacation Critic. Not only are we situated on Provo’s world-famous Grace Bay Beach (recently named #1 beach in the world by TripAdvisor), but we offer a plethora of family friendly free amenities for guests to have even more fun under the sun during their Turks & Caicos trip including watersports equipment, snorkeling gear, bicycles, 3 swimming pools and more – in addition to offering affordable rates for spacious studio and suite accommodations that are complete with all the comforts of home.

Congratulations and thank you for sharing this terrific family photo with us, Erin!

We encourage all our guests to continue to share their #SandsSelfie photos with us through our resort’s Facebook Page, Instagram and Pinterest pages. We now have convenient Sands at Grace Bay “Selfie frames” that you can use for even more photo taking fun – and the frames are also a great way to capture your incredible memories during your stay with us.

Still haven’t planned your summer vacation? We’re offering a 4th Night Free special offer for spring and summer travel beginning this May and it’s valid on ALL room categories – so hurry to book your summer stay for LESS! Contact us today or make your reservations online.

 

 

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Spring Into Summer Rates & Our 4th Night Free Deal!

Image Courtesy Visit TCI
Image Courtesy Visit TCI

Located on Providenciales’ Grace Bay Beach – recently named the World’s #1 Beach by TripAdvisor’s 2016 Travelers’ Choice Awards – The Sands at Grace Bay is tempting spring and summer travelers with its 4th Night Free offer and reduced low-season rates starting from only $195 per night. Named one of the, “Best Hotels in Turks & Caicos” for 2016 by the U.S. News & World Report, a “2015 Family Favorite Hotel” from Family Vacation Critic and a recipient of WeddingWire.com’s “2015 Couples Choice Award”, our resort is leading choice amongst travelers of all ages seeking an affordable yet luxurious stay in one of the Caribbean’s most sought after beach vacation destinations.

In addition to offering some of the most affordable rates along Provo’s world-famous Grace Bay Beach, guests also benefit from the following free resort amenities during their stay: complimentary use of watersports equipment – including kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkel gear and Hobie Cats; bicycles for island exploration; a Tuesday Manager’s cocktail party; three free-form swimming pools; a tennis/basketball court, and more.

Our reduced low-season rates that start from only $195 per night are available for travel beginning April 9th through December 23rd, 2016. The resort-wide 4th Night FREE Deal is valid for new bookings of three nights or more, for travel between May 1st through December 23rd. The free night is not transferable or redeemable for cash, and is not applicable for groups. More resort information may be found online at www.thesandstc.com – or by calling toll-free from the U.S. (877) 777-2637 or from Canada (800) 567-5327. Travel agents receive a ten percent commission for all bookings made at The Sands at Grace Bay.

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Ferry Service From Providenciales to North and South Caicos Islands

For guests of The Sands at Grace Bay and visitors of Providenciales looking to explore the nearby Turks & Caicos Islands for a fun day trip, Caribbean Cruisin’ conveniently offers daily ferry service from Providenciales to North Caicos and South Caicos Islands.

The 25-minute ferry ride from Providenciales to North Caicos is offered several times throughout the day, every Monday through Sunday. Click here for the North Caicos ferry schedule: http://www.tciferry.com/tciferry-turks-and-caicos-ferry-to-north-caicos

There’s also a twice-weekly ferry service from Providenciales to South Caicos, which is a 75-minute ride that departs on Friday and Sunday. Click here for the South Caicos ferry schedule: http://www.tciferry.com/south-caicos-ferry

For more information on this ferry service: Caribbean Cruisin’ (Walkin Marina, Leeward, Providenciales. 649/946–5406 or 649/231–4191. http://www.tciferry.com

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