Wanderlust Wednesday: Turks & Caicos

These new wanderlust posts are going to be both good and bad I think…good in that it gives me a great reason to research amazing places and find things to do and plan trips, but also bad in that it gives me a reason to research amazing places and find things to do and plan trips. Ha 🙂

My brain has been drifting off to places with palm trees & shades of blue seas.  So for when I think about beautiful beaches & turquoise waters, my mind can’t help but think of Turks & Caicos!! It is definitely a place I want to see one day, and with it only being 550 miles from Miami, it’s a little closer than some other exotic locations!

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Here are a couple maps that show Turks & Caicos in relation to Florida and then a bit closer up.

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The capital island is

The Turks and Caicos consist of 40 different islands and cays, only 8 of which are inhabited. The islands of the Turks and Caicos are almost as diverse as its people. From the main tourist center of Providenciales to the quiet and tranquil islands of North and Middle Caicos to the historic Capital Island of Grand Turk; each one offers a different experience and a unique character but all offer year round great climate, beaches and underwater activities.

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The Turks & Caicos Tourism website explains how “Providenciales is the most well known of the Turks and Caicos Islands and is the center of the tourism industry with a wide range of hotels, restaurants, attractions and facilities. Grand Turk and Salt Cay offer a glimpse into Caribbean history with great Bermudian architecture and a rustic charm as well as some of the best diving and probably the most ‘relaxing’ time you will ever have. Grand Turk is also home to a brand new cruise ship center.”  You can read more on the different islands here.

Things to do:

• Scuba Diving
• Horseback riding
• Kayak Eco-Tours
• Boat Charters, Sailing, Paddleboarding
• Off Road Jeep Tours
• Spas

Pair the activities above with plenty of time lounging on the beach (drink in hand) and eating delicious food, you’d have yourself a full vacation!

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Places to stay:

There are plenty of all-inclusive places to stay but there are also many villas that can be rented.  I’ve only ever experienced an all-inclusive on our honeymoon in Mexico and it just seems like the way to go when you don’t want to have to think about planning stuff likes meals, transporation, etc.! So I personally would lean towards an all-inclusive. I know that’s not everyone’s cup of tea however so there are other options 🙂

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Again, I have added this to my list so I hope in the future there will be follow up posts of my actual trip where I can share more. If you’ve been, share your recommendations on lodging, food, activities, etc. in the comments!!  And let me know where you are wanderlusting!!

xo,

Bess