Destination
Turks and Caicos (Providenciales), Turks and Caicos Islands
Providenciales has the shallow, glassy turquoise water of Grace Bay and an upscale, low-key resort scene, under three hours from the East Coast.
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | fine |
| July | fine |
| August | avoid |
| September | avoid |
| October | avoid |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- January, February, March: Humpback whales pass Salt Cay and Grand Turk on their way to the Silver Bank.
August, September, October: Peak hurricane season; several resorts close for maintenance in September.
Where to stay in Turks and Caicos (Providenciales)
- Grace Bay: The 12-mile beach with almost all the resorts and restaurants, and a barrier reef offshore.
- Turtle Cove: Marina and a handful of smaller hotels at the west end of Grace Bay.
- Long Bay: Shallow, windy south-coast beach for kiteboarding, with the Shore Club and villas.
- Leeward: Villas and canal homes at the east end, close to the boat docks for cay trips.
- Sapodilla Bay and Chalk Sound: Villa country in the southwest, with a toddler-friendly beach and a turquoise lagoon.
What to do in Turks and Caicos (Providenciales)
- Walk the full length of Grace Bay Beach at sunrise
- Snorkel the Bight Reef and Smith's Reef from the beach
- Boat to Little Water Cay to see the rock iguanas
- Kiteboarding lesson on Long Bay
- Conch and rum punch at Da Conch Shack
- Kayak through the islands of Chalk Sound
Good to know
| Airports | Providenciales International (PLS) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | luxury |
| Time zone | America/Grand_Turk |
| Kind of trip | beach, island, romantic, family, adventure |
Questions about Turks and Caicos (Providenciales)
When is the best time to visit Turks and Caicos (Providenciales)?
November, December, January, February, March, April and May. August, September, October: Peak hurricane season; several resorts close for maintenance in September.
Do US citizens need a passport for Turks and Caicos (Providenciales)?
Yes. Turks and Caicos (Providenciales) is in Turks and Caicos Islands; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Turks and Caicos (Providenciales) on the ground?
Turks and Caicos (Providenciales) is luxury by US standards: plan about $190 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.