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TCI Conch Festival Returns November 27-28

A Turks and Caicos tradition continues on November 27-28 with the 6th Annual Conch Festival. This year there is a full line-up of events and activities to celebrate the islands’ most famous delicacy, historical icon, and number one export. The popular beachside event will take place on Saturday afternoon, November 28, in the Blue Hills [...]

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Christmas Panto is Fun for All Ages

Photo courtesy of Tropical Imaging. There is a non-profit organization the Turks and Caicos called the Friends of the Arts (TCFAF) and they do wonderful work in promoting and teaching kids and adults about all sorts of artistic endeavors – music, dance, acting, etc. They regularly sponsor visiting groups of performing artists to come to [...]

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Restaurant Newcomers in TCI

Turks and Caicos has a well-deserved reputation as a dining mecca, with a wide variety of world-class cuisine, talented chefs and finely-appointed restaurants attracting visitors all year. A few new hot spots have opened in recent months that add to an already delectable collection of fine dining establishments. Add them to your list, along with [...]

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West Jet offers non-stop service from Toronto to TCI

Our friends in Canada now have even more ways to visit us thanks to WestJet, which has launched a new, seasonal non-stop service between Toronto and Providenciales. The inaugural flight departed Toronto International Airport at 10:00 a.m. MT today and touched down at 1:50PM, to the delight of the 140 passengers escaping the imminent winter [...]

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Great Winter Specials throughout TCI

As the leaves begin to fall and the air turns chilly up north, it’s a great time to head south to the Turks and Caicos for guaranteed warm weather, top-notch accommodations, award-winning beaches and hot deals. Here are just a few of our many special offers available to lure you away from the cold. Check [...]

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Winter Whale Watching

One of nature’s most dramatic shows is on display every winter in the waters just off the Turks and Caicos Islands. It is the annual migration of humpback whales that pass by here on their way to their winter breeding grounds in the Dominican Republic. These graceful and majestic giants are a wonder to behold, [...]

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Find us on Social Media

the social media bandwagon here in TCI. Blogs, Facebook, Twitter – we got ‘em all. Here’s how to find us at the Tourist Board on all these channels, plus a bonus list of some of the other popular blogs about Turks and Caicos. So become a fan or follower today. Turks and Caicos blog – [...]

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Love is in the air

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air in the Caribbean. What better place to enjoy a romantic getaway with that special someone than in the Turks & Caicos. It’s closer than you think and with more direct flights available this winter, it’s an ideal way to add some spark to your [...]

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Speaking of Whales – Salt Cay is Back!

Salt Cay is known as the whale watching mecca in TCI and visitors enjoy its unique laid back charm and rustic feel. While this tiny gem was hit by Hurricanes Hannah and Ike in September, we’re happy to report that, thanks to the efforts of many people, organizations and corporations, Salt Cay has almost completely [...]

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Beaches Italian Village Set to Open in January

Beaches Resort and Spa is set to open their new Italian Village on January 20th 2009. To celebrate the opening, great rates of up to 60% off, and free night offers are available throughout 2009. The Italian Village will feature 162 luxury family suites, a magnificent collection of two-bedroom suites – all designed to meet [...]

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