We all know the benefits of taking vacation time, but it can be hard to prioritize time off when workplace demands have taken center stage. Research reported by the Wall Street Journal confirms that “long periods of work without vacation can lead to reduced productivity, diminished creativity, and strained relationships.” This is true not onlyRead more

Locally owned and located in Turks and Caicos, Grace Bay Car Company is the largest rental car company in the country. We sat down with owner, Todd Foss, for an interview to get to know more about him, his business, and what it’s like growing up in Saskatoon Saskatchewan and moving full time to theRead more

Turks & Caicos, as we all know by now, offers a paradisiacal array of all things tropical. From its world-class (nearly private) beaches, jaw-dropping luxury villas, to hues of blue that’ll make you question reality, it’s easy to see why people want to visit. Having said that, only reptiles can survive on 350 days ofRead more

What is Sargassum? Sargassum is heaps of seaweed thrown out on the shore. It is brown in color and is found in the tropical and temperate oceans with preferences towards shallow waters or coral reefs. Sargassum is widely distributed throughout the Carribean shoreline between the months of March to June. The algae formations that these seaweeds are washes onRead more

    Completed in May 2015, Aguaribay is a stunning 5 bedroom beachfront villa outfitted in modern elegance. With plenty of room for 12 people, Aguaribay offers a beautiful private pool, cinema room, and breathtaking views of the beautiful crystal waters of Long Bay.         Long Bay is increasingly becoming a closeRead more

  Designed by the 2013 winner of Caribbean World Magazine’s “Best Architecture and Design Company of the Year”, RA Shaw Designs, Cascade is a grand masterpiece of a villa beachfront on the gorgeous Babalua Beach in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.     Maybe it is the waterfall pool around the doorway, the multiple levelsRead more

Traveling is one of the only things you can buy that immediately makes you richer, and arguably happier! And as if instinct motivated us to, we go out of our way to make this happen. Most of our guests are families or couples looking to experience the relaxing, tropical paradise of Turks & Caicos. InRead more

The Turks and Caicos Kite Flying Competition is an annual event held on Easter Monday on the beach at the Children’s Park in the Lower Bight Beach Park on Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Scheduled for Monday, April 22nd, 2019 -this event is a fun time for children and adults to enjoy the Caribbean breeze!Read more

We are often asked why the forecast for Providenciales (Provo), Turks and Caicos always indicates rain in the forecast.  While puzzling, it’s true; if you Google the weather on the island, it almost always forecasts rain.  The truth is, Provo is a rather arid island and there’s not a “rainy season.” However, on occasion, rainsRead more

Comprising 40 distinct islands, Turks and Caicos share an intricate cultural legacy that combines influences of the native Taíno people with that of French and Spanish explorers as well as the descendants of African slaves brought to the Caribbean to work in the salt trade. This fascinating blend of beliefs, customs, religions and ideas thatRead more

August 1-March 31 is Lobster Season in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. That means lobster is on almost every menu on the island, and any lucky people to be in Turks and Caicos can enjoy this tasty crustacean in a variety of dishes! Read our blog on the Top 10 Things to do in Turks &Read more

My name is Dani and I have been a villa specialist With TC Villas for over 5 years now! One of the biggest perks of working with a luxury villa rental company is the obligation to view and test our beautiful villas. (It’s a hard job, but someone has to do it!) I recently wentRead more

Working hard is an admirable quality highly prized in modern society, but there is a dark side to an unchecked compulsive need to work. While we all like to describe ourselves as a “hard worker,” could this fall back phrase be overdue for a societal re-think? As workaholic tendencies are being linked to health issuesRead more

An institution on Provo for many years, da Conch Shack is a brightly colored beach shack justifiably famous for its conch and seafood.  As part of our Faces of Turks and Caicos series, we sat down for an interview with John Macdonald, owner of da Conch Shack, for a chance to get to know himRead more

Set on the waters of Turtle Cove Marina, the Shark Bite Bar & Grill is run by owner Shannon Myers. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Shannon for an in-person interview to get to know a little bit more about her and her business. Here’s what she had to say: #1. Tell usRead more

  Happy Holidays from TC Villas! It is that time of year again where the weather is colder, the traffic is worse and the to-do lists lengthen as daylight hours shorten. With all the beauty of the holidays, the stress can sure snowball!   Here are our Top 5 Reasons to plan a getaway toRead more

August and September are great months to visit the Caribbean! Although hurricane season stretches from May-November, fall weather in the Turks and Caicos is generally calm and pleasant. Prices for accommodations, flights and excursions are the lowest of the year, making Fall the most wallet-friendly time for a Caribbean vacation. As a villa specialist, IRead more

Many factors go into picking a destination for your next trip including the time of year (shall we go skiing or become temporary beach bums?), budget, and convenience of travel.  One reason the Caribbean is such a popular choice is that it’s a year-round destination. Whether you’re looking to escape an icy Winter back homeRead more

Vacations are not only fun; they’re good for your health. Researchers have found that people who go on vacations have lower amounts of stress hormones, have lower blood pressure and are less likely to be overweight than people who don’t take vacations. The Framingham Heart Study , which began in 1948, found that men who didRead more

Villa Spotlight: Aguaribay -Gem on Long Bay Beach Stand-up paddle boarding was always something I had wanted to try, and (thankfully!) it was easier than I thought it would be! The board was large enough to easily support my weight and the long paddle really worked my core. We started by paddling around Thompson CoveRead more