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Tourism Authority Board Holds Inaugural Meeting as Minister Jolly Welcomes Members
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Zhavargo Jolly, welcomed the new Board of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourism Authority on Friday, August 7, 2026, as members convened for their inaugural meeting. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Zhavargo Jolly, with members of the new Turks and Caicos Islands Tourism Authority Board The Minister met with the Board alongside Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Mr. Wesley Clerveaux, and Chief Financial Officer of Experience Turks and Caicos, Mr
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TCHTA President James McAnally Appointed to Tourism Authority Board
The Turks & Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) welcomes the confirmation that its President, James McAnally, will serve on the Board of the newly established Turks and Caicos Islands Tourism Authority. James McAnally The appointment follows the passage of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourism Authority Act 2026, which provides for the President of the TCHTA to serve as a member of the Authority’s Board of Directors for a 3-year term. The provision establishes for
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Aug 62 min read


Ritz-Carlton Turks & Caicos Debuts in Masters of the Craft
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

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Jul 302 min read


Rock House Earns Green Key Certification, Highlighting Sustainable Luxury in the Turks and Caicos Islands
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

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Jul 292 min read


Local Real Estate Market Showing Momentum
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

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Jul 282 min read


Ports of Call Resort joins the Hilton Family
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

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Jul 273 min read


Turks and Caicos Islands Records Strongest First Half of Tourism Growth in 2026
The Turks and Caicos Islands has recorded its strongest first half on record, welcoming 384,590 stayover visitors between January and June 2026, a six percent increase over the same period last year, according to records from the Ministry of Tourism. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Zhavargo Jolly The Tourism Ministry not that the record performance reflects sustained demand across the destination's key source markets and reinforces the Turks and Caicos Islands' position as one of t

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Jul 213 min read


New Airlift Strategy Positioning Turks and Caicos for Sustainable Tourism Growth
The Turks and Caicos Islands is strengthening its position as one of the Caribbean's premier luxury destinations through an aggressive airlift expansion strategy aimed at diversifying visitor markets, increasing accessibility and supporting sustainable tourism growth across the archipelago. Minister of Tourism Hon. Zhavargo Jolly Tourism, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Hon. Zhavargo Jolly says the government's focus on expanding international connectivity is already yie

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Jul 173 min read


Turks and Caicos Islands Nominated for Best Caribbean Destination in 2026 Travvy Awards
The Turks and Caicos Islands has been nominated for Best Destination in the Caribbean in the 2026 Travvy Awards, one of the travel industry's most respected awards programmes. The world-famous Grace Bay Beach The Turks and Caicos Islands is also represented in the Resorts category, with Salterra nominated for Best New Hotel/Resort in the Caribbean and Beaches Turks and Caicos nominated for Best Renovated Resort in Mexico and the Caribbean. Produced by TravelPulse and AGEN

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Jul 152 min read


Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands Responds to Updated U.S. Travel Advisory
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands has noted the recent update issued by the United States Department of State regarding travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Acting Governor, the Premier, and Minister of Tourism convened a meeting with the Commissioner of Police and key personnel in the National Security Secretariat, the Police, and Ministry of Tourism on Sunday, July 12, 2026, to assess the updated advisory and to develop a coordinated whole-of-government
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Jul 143 min read


South Bank Resort Celebrates Outstanding Staff in 2nd Quarter Awards Ceremony
South Bank Resort, located in Long Bay, Providenciales, staged its Employee, Supervisor and Leader of the Quarter on Thursday. The event was held to celebrate and honor those who excelled over the second calendar quarter. Cleveland Rose of Food and Beverage, and Sophia Paul also of the Food and Beverage Department were joint Front of House Winners. Lucsair Ettienne and Ferno Deceide both of the Kitchen were joint Back of the House winners. Yafeicy Malcom of the Finance Depart

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Jul 131 min read


The Loren Difference: Where Beachfront Luxury Meets Marina Living
For decades, luxury real estate in the Turks & Caicos Islands has been synonymous with beachfront living. Expansive stretches of white sand, crystal-clear waters, and iconic ocean views have established the destination as one of the Caribbean's most sought-after residential markets. A rendering of the Loren Resort Today, however, the definition of luxury ownership is evolving. Discerning buyers are seeking more than a beautiful home. They are looking for communities that comp

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Jul 102 min read


New Experience Turks and Caicos Authority Will Strengthen Destination Marketing – Tourism Minister
Experience Turks and Caicos is entering a new chapter in the country's tourism development following the passage of legislation that transforms the destination marketing organization into a statutory authority, a move government says will strengthen the promotion of the islands while ensuring tourism growth remains sustainable and rooted in local culture. Tourism Hon. Zhavargo Jolly Speaking during an interview with NewslineTCI, Minister of Tourism Hon. Zhavargo Jolly descr

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Jul 93 min read


TCHTA Launches Group Health Insurance for Tourism Workers
The Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) has officially launched a new Group Health Insurance Initiative in partnership with Caribbean Health Insurance, a move aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare for tourism workers, small businesses and their families. Symbolic signing of the TCHTA Group Insurance Agreement with Caribbean Health Insurance. From left: Sergio Madinabeitia – Executive Director and Principal of Caribbean Health Holdings; Craig

NewslineTCI
Jul 64 min read


Sapodilla Bay Redevelopment Aimed at Creating New Opportunities for Local Vendors - Minister
Tourism Minister Hon. Zhavargo Jolly is seeking to reassure vendors at Sapodilla Bay that a planned redevelopment project will ultimately create greater economic opportunities for Turks and Caicos Islanders while transforming one of Providenciales' most popular beaches into a world-class tourism attraction. This file photo shows Sapodilla Bay Vendor Jerome Rigby at his establishment. The project has generated significant public discussion in recent months, particularly amon

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Jun 303 min read


TCI’s Almando Rigby Appointed GM at St. Lucia’s Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences
Turks and Caicos Islander Almando Rigby has been appointed General Manager at the luxurious Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences in St. Lucia, which took effect on June 15, 2026. Almando Rigby Rigby brings more than 20 years of progressive experience leading ultra-luxury resorts across the Caribbean. Rigby most recently served as Executive Assistant Manager at Rock House Resort, part of the Grace Bay Resorts, Turks & Caicos sorts portfolio in Turks and Caicos. In this

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Jun 292 min read


Turks and Caicos Islands Expands US Reach with New United Airlines Denver Route
The Turks and Caicos Islands is celebrating another major airlift milestone with the announcement that United Airlines will launch new nonstop service between Denver International Airport (DEN) and Howard Hamilton International Airport in Providenciales (PLS) beginning December 2026.* Premier, Hon. Charles Washington Misick The new weekly service marks a significant expansion of United Airlines’ established presence in the Turks and Caicos Islands and is the result of exten

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Jun 263 min read


InterCaribbean Airways Unveils First Embraer 170 Jet, Launches Major Fleet Expansion
InterCaribbean Airways has launched one of the most ambitious fleet expansion programmes in its history with the arrival of the first of eight new Embraer ERJ170 regional jets expected to join its operations by the fall. Government officials, led by Premier Hon. Washington Misick (eighth from left) and InterCaribbean Airways operators participate in the ribbon-cutting to officially to officially introduce a new fleet, the Embraer 170 Jet. The inaugural aircraft arrived in the

Vivian Tyson, NewslineTCI Editor
Jun 224 min read


Local Craft Vendors experience windfall at Beaches Turks and Caicos Treasure Beach Opening
The recent Friday night street party transformed into a vibrant, grand market-style celebration, marking a significant economic windfall for local craft vendors. Set against the lively, music-filled backdrop of the Caribbean Bloc Party, the event doubled as the highly anticipated grand opening of the Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks and Caicos. This newly unveiled space features an innovative, spacious layout specifically designed to elevate the presence of local entre

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Jun 183 min read


Wymara Resort + Villas Named Inaugural Winner of Condé Nast Traveler's Triple Crown
Wymara Resort + Villas, a collection of contemporary, ultra-luxury beachfront retreats in the Turks & Caicos Islands, has been named a winner of the inaugural Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown, a new and highly selective recognition honoring hotels and resorts that have earned a place on all three of the publication's flagship lists (the Hot List, the Gold List, and the Readers' Choice Awards) over the past 30 years. Created by Condé Nast Traveler Global Editorial Director

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Jun 153 min read
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