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also get among it on a whale-watching trip or dive trip organized from either
Grand Turk (
Click here
) or Salt Cay.
Salt Cay
If you can't quite envision what the Turks would have been like in the 19th century, take
a trip to Salt Cay. Like stepping into a time machine, this picturesque island is the sort of
hideaway that you search your whole life to discover. A few dusty roads interconnect the
handful of structures, and donkeys wander aimlessly through the streets intermixed with
friendly locals. While the land is quiet, the sea surrounding the island is awash with life.
Turtles, eagle rays and the majestic humpback whale (see right ) all frequent the waters.
Hard to get to and even harder to leave, this place is a true haven for scuba divers and for
those seeking an escape from the modern world.
Salt Cay Divers
( 241-1009;
www.saltcaydivers.tc
)
is a one-stop dive shop. The
owner is a long-term local who has her finger in most pies on the island. The staff can take
you out for a dive ($45 per tank), and sort you out with accommodations and a hearty meal
too. The annual humpback whale migration (February to March) is a big draw, and this op-
eration takes pride in showing off the whales yet not disturbing them ($75 for divers, $95
for non-divers).
For details on getting to/from Salt Cay, see
Click here
.
SLEEPING
Pirate's Hideaway Guesthouse
GUESTHOUSE $$$
( 244-1407;
www.pirateshideaway.com
;
Victoria St; r from $200; ) The color-
ful owner Nick goes out of his way to make you feel at home here. Cool features include an
'infinity bed' in the crow's-nest room and a new freshwater pool to cool you off. You can
see the whales from the upstairs rooms as they pass by, or just hang out with the parrots -
it is a pirate's place after all.
Trade Winds Guest Suites
RESORT $$
( 241-1009;
www.tradewinds.tc
;
Victoria St; r $190; ) Right on the beach, just
a few steps from town. Trade Winds is a great spot to base yourself for an extended stay:
there are weekly rates and the location is tops. There are complimentary bikes and dive
packages available, too. The rooms are tidy, ocean-facing and good value.
