The Turks and Caicos Islands are precious jewels of the Caribbean but have received less attention from tourists than their neighbours. It is a collection of 40 different islands and cays, of which only eight are inhabited. These beautiful and culturally rich islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean and very near the Bahamas. Tourists throng at the Bahamas but have been slow to explore these places.
These islands are sparsely populated, but the local people are warm and welcoming, and the area has an excellent and well-developed tourist infrastructure. Providenciales is the gateway island where world-class luxury resorts, spas, and restaurants make it an ideal holiday destination.
Turks and Caicos villas are fully booked during the tourist seasons and are famous for their hospitality. Beautiful villas are available on rent are luxurious, and tourists can spend their vacation relaxing and rejuvenating in great comfort. There are many destinations from parks to beaches if you want to explore the attractions around.
1. Clean Beaches
Located in the Atlantic, Turks, and Caicos are a bunch of small, beautiful islands with low banks. Naturally, they are endowed with many un-crowded beaches wherever you go. Some pristine and beautiful beaches are very popular and attract a lot of tourist activity. However, if you want to spend a relaxed time with more privacy, there are many hidden beaches. If you are not hugely interested in moving around and interact with local cultures and see some historical places, then these beaches are the best places to enjoy the sun and blue, crystal clear ocean waters around.
2. Know the History
Grand Turk speaks for the history of the islands. Its colonial-style buildings, as well as ruins, and the National Museum are tourist attractions. It is the capital of Turk and Caicos Islands. People here believe that the island was the landfall place for Christopher Columbus on his first voyage to the New World. You will come across some beautiful Turks and Caicos villas to explore and rent to enjoy a luxurious holiday.
3. Plenty of Places For Sightseeing
While this island chain offers unmatched natural beauty, it has its history and culture, which is worth exploring during your stay here. Bight and Blue Hills in Providenciales is the seat of the oldest settlement in the region. These are a group of villages distinguished by their Caribbean environment and people here live a relaxed life. Tourists, too, can be a part of this carefree life and cultural ethos in the serene atmosphere of the island. Providenciales has many beaches such as Long Bay, Grace Bay, Malcolm beach, etc. that are an oasis of a calm and relaxed life. There are Loyalist plantation ruins to visit in the north of Caicos, and Wades Green is the most verdant and impressive plantation. The place is known for its beautiful straw work.
4. Water sports
Those who enjoy relaxing on the beach also like to enjoy the water-sport, some occasionally and some avidly. Several water-sport activities are available at these beaches not far away from Turks and Caicos villas, and they are very popular among the tourists. The islands are renowned for some of the best diving spots in the world, and scuba diving is the much-loved water sport. The waters are rich with reef walls and varieties of marine species. You can spot humpback whales during January and May.
Next time you think of holidaying in the Caribbean, consider Turks and Caicos Islands as your favorite holiday destination. You can explore the beautiful natural scenery, pristine beaches, and water, and soak in the culture while you stay in luxurious Turks and Caicos villas.
