Continental, recently merged with United Airlines, has just announced nonstop flights between its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Providenciales, (PLS). The service begins on Feb. 18, and initially, flights will operate four times a week, on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, converting to daily service on March 6, 2011. Now [...]
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The 1st MASKANOO event to be held in the highly visited tourist area of Grace Bay in the island of Providenciales in Turks & Caicos is to be held on December 27,2010. It will be an event aimed at showcasing the islands’ cultural heritage with the incorporation of activities indigenous to the TCI including “Masses”, [...]
Continue readingOur 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 [...]
Continue readingAs 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 [...]
Continue readingOne 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, [...]
Continue readingWith 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 [...]
Continue readingIt’s incredibly easy to relax in the Turks and Caicos, but just in case you need a little extra help, try one of our spirit-enriching spas with your partner. There are several full- service facilities located throughout the islands, and some will even bring their services right to you in your hotel room or on [...]
Continue readingFrom January 22-29, during the peak whale-migration season in the Turks & Caicos, world record holder free diver Tanya Streeter, will be resident at the Amanyara Resort, sharing her knowledge with guests. Streeter, set a world record free dive in the Turks & Caicos in 2003 – plunging to a depth of 370 feet – [...]
Continue readingSalt 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 [...]
Continue readingJust because you’re more than 500 miles from the nearest shopping mall, don’t think you can’t get a memorable gift for that special someone. Turks & Caicos features lots of great shopping, including excellent deals on jewelry, watches, art and other accessories. Popular spots include the Regent Village, home of Jai’s fine jewelry, and Salt [...]
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