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

Visiting a place like Turks & Caicos demands good photos. Trust us, you’ll want them! Being immersed in a tropical paradise with your loved ones will be a memory you’ll want to re-visit. In this blog post we’ll go over some photography tips and tricks. Things You Must Do in TCI. Make sure to readRead more

Tripadvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards recently named Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales (Provo), Turks and Caicos, the best beach in the world. With all the spotlight on the North shore, visitors may overlook other spectacular beaches in Provo, especially the equally as stunning yet less trafficked beach on the  South-East shore: Long Bay Beach. Read ourRead 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

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

When it comes to the ideal tropical vacation Turks & Caicos is second to none. These beautiful islands offer the perfect recipe: fun things to do, stunning beaches/landscapes and the luxury amenities for a top shelf tropical experience. In this blog post we’ll go over the Top 10 Things to do in TCI -so keepRead more

Turtle Cove Marina is located on the northern shore of the island of Providenciales in the Caribbean country of Turks and Caicos. The world-famous Grace Bay Beach runs for roughly 12 miles along the north shore of the Island, beginning at Turtle Cove and extending north-east to Leeward. Turtle Cove houses Grace Bay Beach and itRead more

Summer has arrived, and with that, Summer vacations are in full swing! When you’re thinking about booking your next trip or planning your next holiday, the last thing on your mind is how many Instagram selfies you’re going to snap, how many work emails you’re going to get to answer, or how much YouTube browsingRead 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

Looking for the best things to do in Turks and Caicos? We have put together some of our favorite things to try while visiting Turks and Caicos. Take in the view TCI will be one of the most beautiful places you have ever seen. Make sure you pause to take in the view. Really stopRead more

Turks & Caicos’ incredible tropical landscape is home to some of the world’s most stunning beaches. Getting to experience this paradise can be an incredibly rewarding experience, one that should be protected. In this blog post, we’ll go over some tips and tricks for a green yet, fun tropical vacation. Read our Villa Spotlight BlogRead more

There’s no denying the fun in planning a family vacation, but sometimes the logistical side of things can be a daunting task. This is accentuated when traveling with large groups, as we need to factor in everyone’s needs. In this blog post we’ll go over some of the most important reasons to pick a villaRead 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

The majority of visitors come to Turks and Caicos to relax and escape from the hustle and bustle of their everyday lives. With that being said, for a lot of people, relaxing doesn’t come easy without a warm cup of joe in hand – aka a steaming hot coffee.  If you’re looking for some spotsRead more

As you enter your 50s, 60s and beyond, you might have some disposable income to spend on beautiful getaways. Tropical paradises might call to you. Senior travel is more popular today than ever before. If you’re looking for both adventure and relaxation, check out these senior travel tips that will help you along the way.Read more

Located on the southwest coast of Providenciales, Chalk Sound is a stunning, landlocked lagoon dotted with countless tiny islands or cays.  The sound, which is roughly three miles (5km) long, and a protected national park, is a must-see for visitors to Provo. Quite simply, you’ve never seen water like this. The view alone will take your breathRead 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

The crystal-clear blue water and white powdery sands of the island of Providenciales (Provo) in Turks and Caicos provides a setting for a variety of adventures; we have listed our top ten favorite Provo activities below: 1) Snorkeling:  The island of Providenciales boasts a beautiful coral reef system on its northern coast called Smith’s Reef.Read 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

Planning a vacation for a large group of friends or family can be a challenging endeavor, but well worth the fun vacation experience. As a villa specialist, I have chatted with many groups looking to plan the perfect vacation and many individuals who have felt exasperated trying to find a vacation rental to please everyone.Read more