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Itineraries
THREE DAYS
Spend the day admiring Grace Bay on Providenciales then wake up the next day to go for a
snorkeling trip to French Cay to frolic with some stingrays. On the last day rent a bike and
explore the island under your own steam.
ONE WEEK
Add on a trip to the islands of North Caicos and Middle Caicos and discover what solitude
is really all about. Complete the trip by heading to Grand Turk to explore the town, do
some great diving and spend a day or two on Salt Cay - the best-kept secret in the country.
GETTING TO NEIGHBORING ISLANDS
There are no scheduled ferry services to neighboring islands from the Turks and
Caicos. Flying is the way to get around and there are regular flights to Nassau
(Bahamas), Puerto Plata and Santiago (Dominican Republic), Cap-Haïtien and
Port-au-Prince (Haiti) and to Kingston (Jamaica).
Essential Food & Drink
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Conch
This grilled gastropod remains the dish of choice across the islands, and rigorous
controls on the fishing industry me an that its numbers are not declining here.
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Lobster
Don't miss tasting the fresh lobster during your stay - traditionally served in a
butter sauce with lime, it's the culinary highlight of the country.
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Turk's Head
The local brew is a great way to cool down in the height of the Caribbean
afternoon.
AT A GLANCE
Currency
US$
Language
English
Money
ATMs abundant on Providenciales, less common elsewhere
Visas
Not required for citizens of the US, Canada or Western Europe
Fast Facts
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Area
430 sq miles
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Capital
Cockburn Town
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Telephone code
+649
