The Turks and Caicos consists of 40 different islands,
only 8 of which are still inhabited. The islands of the Turks and Caicos are almost as
diverse as its people. From the main tourist center of Providenciales to the quiet and
tranquil islands of North and Middle Caicos to the historic Capital Island of Grand Turk;
each one offers a different experience and a unique character but all offer the same Turks
and Caicos Islands all year round great climate, beaches and underwater activities.
The only true way to experience the Turks and Caicos Islands is to experience each island
in the entire chain. This is probably why most of the visitors come back to the Turks and
Caicos on a regular basis. You can read about each of the islands here and maybe pick a
few to see on your vacation either for daytrips, longer stays or to create your own two or
even three week vacation.
Most of the islands are only about 10 to 25 minutes by air from Provo and most can be
reached by boat too. There are also regular ferries from North to Middle Caicos.
Providenciales is the most well known of the Turks and Caicos Islands and is
the center of the tourism industry with a wide range of hotels, resturants, attractions
and facilities.
Grand Turk and Salt Cay offer history with great bermudian architecture and a
rustic charm as well as some of the best diving and probably the most "relaxing"
time you will ever have.
Middle Caicos and North Caicos represent the best of the environment, with lush
green woodlands, the biggest cave network in the Caribbean on Middle Caicos, cottage pond
and flamingo pond in North Caicos and a vast range of plantlife and birdlife.
South Caicos is the center for fishing, with lobster and conch exported from
the islands, the historic cockburn harbour and the natural phenomenon of the boiling hole.
This small yet friendly island offers many secluded beaches with awe inspiring views of
the turquoise waters and surrounding islands.
Parrot Cay and Pine Cay are privately owned islands and are home to the most
exclusive resorts Parrot
Cay Resort and Spa and the Meridian Club.
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