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Grace Bay Resorts Celebrates Big Wins: Two MICHELIN Keys and Condé Nast Traveler Honors
Grace Bay Resorts is celebrating a series of notable international accolades, with Grace Bay Club named to the Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards and both Grace Bay Club and Rock House receiving a 2026 MICHELIN Key from the MICHELIN Guide. The Grace Bay Club Resort, flagship property in the Grace Bay Resorts chain | Photo courtesy of the Grace Bay Club’s website Grace Bay Club ranked #13 in the “Best Resorts in the Atlantic Islands” category in the 2026 Condé Nas

NewslineTCI
Oct 122 min read


The Retreat officially opens in Grace Bay, celebrating local ownership and a family legacy
A wide cross-section of individuals on the island of Providenciales, flocked that island’s tourism belt – Grace Bay – on October 1, 2026, to witness the grand opening of The Retreat Hotel. Government officials and other individuals of prominence who went up to speak from the lectern, heaped praises on founder, who they classified as an example of Turks and Caicos Islanders taking a greater role in owning, developing and operating tourism businesses. Premier Charles Washin

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Oct 53 min read


Lua Beach House at South Bank Named a Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards Winner, Among the Top 10% of Restaurants Worldwide
Lua Beach House, South Bank Resort's signature beachfront destination, has earned a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award, placing it among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide. Cocktails at The Beach Bar Tripadvisor awards Travelers' Choice status to businesses that earn consistently strong reviews, based on the quality and quantity of diner ratings gathered over a 12-month period. Lua Beach House holds a 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor. Lua Beach House sits beachfront on t

NewslineTCI
Sep 303 min read


The Retreat Turks & Caicos to Open October 1 Near Grace Bay Beach
The Retreat Turks & Caicos will officially open its doors on October 1, introducing an intimate new hotel for travelers seeking a more personal and independent way to experience Providenciales. The Retreat Turks and Caicos Located in the heart of Grace Bay, The Retreat places guests within walking distance of world-renowned Grace Bay Beach, as well as many of the island's most popular restaurants, bars and boutiques. Its central location and thoughtfully considered services

NewslineTCI
Sep 292 min read


Opinion | Has TCI Gone Fishing, and Lost Sight of What Matters Most?
For a nation whose prosperity depends so heavily on healthy reefs, pristine waters, and thriving marine life, renewed investment and collaboration in conservation must become a national priority. Ed Forbes Ecotourism is the lifeblood of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Our reputation as “Beautiful by Nature” is not just a slogan, it is the foundation of our economy, identity, and global appeal. Yet, as the country experiences rapid growth, our commitment to marine and coastal
Ed Forbes
Sep 253 min read


Royal Caribbean to Acquire 50% Stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for $3 Billion
Royal Caribbean Group Investment to Advance Sandals and Beaches’ Growth and Broaden the Group’s Vacation Portfolio Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) and Sandals Resorts today announced the signing of an agreement to form a partnership in the all-inclusive resort space with a 50% investment from Royal Caribbean Group. Building on Sandals and Beaches Resorts’ more than four decades of leadership in Caribbean hospitality, the joint venture will create new opportunities for cont
News Release
Sep 244 min read
Grand Turk-South Caicos Air Route Grounded as Government Seeks Solution
Residents who rely on air travel between Grand Turk and South Caicos will face disruptions following the temporary discontinuation of commercial air service on the route, effective today, June 18, 2026. In a press release issued on Thursday, the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, Investment and Trade announced that commercial flights between the two islands have been suspended while efforts continue to secure a long-term solution for the subsidized route. The Turks an

NewslineTCI
Jun 181 min read


Beaches Turks and Caicos Unveils Paradise through Purposeful Excursions
At Beaches Turks and Caicos, every vacation is an invitation to discover the extraordinary beauty and vibrant culture of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Beaches Turks and Caicos Master Scuba Dive Trainers (left to right) Horneil ‘Mouse’ Vaughan, Cleon Lewis, and Christopher Bartolome disembark a dive boat at the Watersports pier with diving gear More than a luxury escape, the resort encourages guests to explore beyond its shores and immerse themselves in experiences that cele

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Dec 26, 20252 min read


The Sound That Helped Shape a Nation
An Op-Ed by Audley Astwood Keno Hall earned his place in Turks and Caicos music by doing what the greats do. He made the islands sound like themselves. News of his recent passing struck with a clarity that left no space for doubt. The country lost more than a musician. It lost one of the voices that shaped its cultural spine. Keno Hall Keno and Kaz built their sound together from the first note. They shaped a path that gave the islands a music rooted in instinct and trust

Audley astwood
Dec 10, 20253 min read


GRACE BAY RESORTS Announces Employee Promotions - 2023 Year in Review
Grace Bay Resorts is proud to announce its employee promotions for 2023, reflecting our commitment to fostering growth and leadership...

NewslineTCI
Feb 6, 20241 min read


Experience Turks and Caicos Welcomes Mr. Courtney Robinson
Experience Turks and Caicos welcomes Mr. Courtney Robinson as Strategic Development Manager effective January 3rd, 2024. Mr. Robinson...

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Jan 7, 20242 min read


Scenes from The Point by Grace Bay Resorts Launch
The Point by Grace Bay Resorts was launched on Thursday, December 7th on the grounds of Point Grace Resort. The launch was to sensitize...

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Dec 7, 20231 min read


“DESPICABLE!”
Premier rebukes former Tourism Minister Ralph Higgs for disclosing living location of foreigners invited to assist with setting up DMO...

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Apr 25, 20233 min read


Twin Islands Want Fish Fry Repeat
Like their Grand Turk counterparts, residents of North Caicos and Middle Caicos are clamoring for another Fish Fry event hosted by the...

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Dec 15, 20222 min read


TCI Dominates Condé Nast Traveler’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards’
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands (Wednesday, October 26, 2022) – Condé Nast Traveler recently released the results of its annual...

NewslineTCI
Oct 26, 20222 min read


Former Director Warns Of Creating Cultural Tourism Plantation Workers
Former director of culture David Bowen is warning that it is dangerous to tamper with the TCI culture to fit tourism, advising that such...

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Apr 18, 20224 min read


TCHTA Launches Monumental 30-Year Anniversary Commemoration to Live Audience
In an exciting Facebook live event on February 9th 2022, the Turks & Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association launched their 30-year...

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Feb 12, 20222 min read


Record Tourist Arrival Year in 2021
The Turks and Caicos Tourism Board has announced that 2021 was one of the most successful years on record. In a news release, the Tourism...

NewslineTCI
Jan 13, 20223 min read
More Delays For International Flights At Provo Airport
The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority has issued a press statement warning the travelling public that there will be chronic...

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Jan 8, 20221 min read


Cruise Ship Denied Entry to Turks and Caicos Islands
The Ministry of Health and Human Services through its Port Health arm said it has taken the decision to deny entry to the TCI of the...

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Jan 7, 20222 min read
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