The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos proudly celebrates the exceptional achievements of its Ladies and Gentlemen following the resort’s first ever participation in Masters of the Craft, Marriott International’s premier food and beverage competition recognizing excellence in culinary arts, pastry, and beverage craftsmanship. Brihana Merilien (Winner of Cocktail Competition) Driven by the vision, encouragement, and leadership of Executive Chef Andres Davila, The Ritz Carlton, Turks

The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) is pleased to announce the appointment of the international architecture practice luis vidal + architects to provide consultancy services for the design and development of a new Arrivals Hall – Terminal B – at Howard Hamilton International Airport (HHIA) in Providenciales. luis vidal + architects was appointed following an open competitive tender process conducted through the Invitation to Tender for Consultancy Services

Rock House, Grace Bay Resorts' luxury cliffside resort on Providenciales, has earned the internationally recognized Green Key Certification, reinforcing both the resort's commitment to environmental stewardship and the Turks and Caicos Islands' growing reputation as a destination for sustainable luxury tourism. The Rock House Resort Awarded following an independent third-party audit, Green Key Certification recognizes hotels and resorts that meet rigorous international standa

The Ministry of Health and Human Services through the Health Emergency Management Unit, in partnership with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), proudly announces the successful completion of the PAHO Mass Casualty Management (MCM) Course, an intensive five-day programme that took place in Grand Turk from the 22nd to 27th June 2026. Approximately 40 multi-sector emergency responders successfully completed the course and committed to strengthening the Turks and Caico

Artificial intelligence (AI) should be used to empower teachers rather than replace them, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Social Services Hon. Rachel Taylor declared as the Turks and Caicos Islands celebrated its historic victory at the Wisdom CRM National Awards Ceremony. Minister of Education, Youth Sports and Culture, Hon. Rachel Taylor Addressing students, educators, government officials and regional partners virtually, Taylor emphasized that while AI is transf

Every country has a moment when it must choose whether to keep patching an old system… or build a new one. In the Turks and Caicos Islands, that moment has arrived for healthcare. In my previous Op‑Ed, I spoke about the long‑standing pressures on our health system — pressures we have lived with for more than a decade. But identifying a problem is only half the work. The real question is: What do we build next? Because the truth is this: We cannot keep sending our people overs

Turks & Caicos Real Estate Market Shows Strong Signs of Recovery in Q2 2026 Surge in Conditional Sales Signals Growing Buyer Confidence Across the Luxury Property Market Villas at Blue Mountain by Hartling Group Turks & Caicos Sotheby's International Realty has released its Q2 2026 Year-to-Date Market Report, revealing encouraging signs that the local real estate market is gaining momentum, led by a significant increase in conditional sales and renewed activity in the luxur

Digicel marked its 20th anniversary in the Turks and Caicos Islands with a celebratory event held on Friday, July 17, at the company's Corporate Office along Leeward Highway in Providenciales. Country Operations Manager Kern Gardiner addresses customers and members of the business community at the event. The anniversary celebration brought together customers, staff, and community members to commemorate two decades of providing telecommunications services while highlighting

The Pharmacy Unit within the Ministry of Health and Human Services (MoHHS) in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) began a transformative journey in 2019 with the establishment of the national pharmacovigilance programme. The programme known as the Turks and Caicos Islands Pharmacovigilance Programme (TPP) was developed with a view to strengthen the country’s medicines regulatory framework and by virtue improve the effective monitoring of drug/patient safety. Importantly, t

Fishing interests, restaurants and the general public are reminded of the opening of Lobster Season on Saturday, 1st August 2026. The season will run through to 31 March 2027. Restrictions relating to crawfish, as per Section 15 of the Fisheries Protection Ordinance (Ordinance 5 of 1941), as amended, are listed below: Crawfish size restrictions are as follows: When whole, a length of 3.25 inches measured from the front of the groove between the horns directly above the e

The Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) proudly celebrates President Sonia Fulford as she continues to raise the profile of the Turks and Caicos Islands on the global football stage through her distinguished service as a FIFA Council Member during the FIFA World Cup 2026™. Sonia Fulford shar a light moment with with FIFA President Gianni Infantino Throughout the tournament, President Fulford participated in a number of official FIFA engagements, representing

Mahakali Hospitality Management Ltd., announced that Ports of Call Resort has joined Hilton’s Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a portfolio of independent hotels, marking an exciting milestone for the 103-room resort. Two Guests Services agents beams for the camera at the Ports of Call Resort’s Front Desk Over the next year, the property will undergo a thoughtful renovation designed to enhance the guest experience while continuing to deliver the service, comfort and hospitalit

There are moments in the history of a nation when an idea evolves beyond its original purpose and becomes a catalyst for transformation. Turks and Caicos Islands Fashion Week: The New Tropic is one such movement. Fashion is often viewed through the lens of glamour, luxury, and design. While these elements undoubtedly define the industry, fashion at its highest level is also a powerful expression of identity, culture, tourism, heritage, entrepreneurship, and economic develop

50th Anniversary of Ministerial Government (1976–2026) Series; Road to 1976 Series By the middle of the 1970s, the political awakening that had been quietly growing throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands had found its voice. Ordinary people were no longer discussing the country's future only in homes, churches, waterfronts, and community gatherings. The awakening had become visible. People who had once remained observers were becoming participants. The demand for representat

NewslineTCI understands that a male was shot and killed in an alleged confrontation with members of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force on Wednesday night, July 22, after the police were summoned to investigate a carjacking in Five Cays and a subsequent series of robberies in the Blue Hills area. The police have confirmed the incident but released sketchy information on the matter. The police information stated: “The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force can

At the launched of the United Way Turks and Caicos Islands Summer Enrichment Camp on Monday, July 13, 155 children were registered, with the organisers bracing for additional children. Mark Fulford (at the lectern) along with Chief Executive Officer Claudine Ewing (at right), Executive Member Rex Messam (left), and Davidson Louis – volunteer. The camp will run until July 24, offering a mix of academic support and fun-filled activities aimed at building confidence and a love f

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, 15 July 2026 – CIBC Caribbean recently celebrated Employee Appreciation Week with a series of activities dedicated to recognizing the people who drive the Bank’s success every day. The initiative reinforced the Bank’s commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment. The week commenced on Monday with an Employee appreciation breakfast, where staff gathered for a light meal and a message of appreciation from the Chief Executiv

Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort has launched its 2026 Summer Internship Programme with a record-breaking cohort of 111 high school and tertiary-level students, marking the largest intake in recent years. The six-week programme, which runs from July 6 to August 14, 2026, is designed to give young Turks and Caicos Islanders hands-on exposure to the hospitality industry across a wide range of departments. A section of the audience at the Beaches Turks and Caicos 2026 summer inte

NBA Champion Trevor Ariza will return to the Turks and Caicos Islands to host the 2026 Trevor Ariza Celebrity Impact Weekend, bringing together some of professional sports' biggest names for a multi-day celebration of sport, philanthropy and community while launching a new initiative dedicated to expanding opportunities for local youth through athletics. Events will take place July 31 - August 2, 2026. Produced by BIG Limited, the weekend brings together Founding Partners, Wi

Every country reaches a moment when it must stop, take a breath, and look honestly at the systems that carry its people. Healthcare is one of those systems. It is not a luxury, not a political football, not a line item on a budget. It is the quiet foundation that allows a society to work, to grow, and to hope. In the Turks and Caicos Islands, we are now standing at that moment. And the truth is simple: our health system has been under strain for a very long time. This is not