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Andaz Unveils Plans for Luxury Grace Bay Resort Ahead of Spring 2027 Opening
Andaz has unveiled details of its highly anticipated luxury resort on Grace Bay, offering a first look at the property's architecture, accommodations, dining experiences and wellness facilities ahead of its scheduled opening in spring 2027. A rendering of the ANDAZ Resort Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay will mark the brand's first Caribbean island resort and Hyatt's entry into the Turks and Caicos Islands. Located along the world-famous Grace Bay Beach, the 132-key developm

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Immigration Bill Passes Into Law
The Turks and Caicos Islands House of Parliament has passed the Immigration Bill 2026 into law on Thursday, October 22, marking a major step toward sweeping reforms of the territory's immigration system, including stricter work-permit rules, a longer pathway to permanent residence and stronger border enforcement measures. Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Border Services Hon. Jamell Robinson The legislation, introduced in September by Deputy Premier and Minister

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Oct 273 min read


BermudAir Launches Service to the TCI on October 26th, Expanding Connectivity Ahead of Winter Season
The Turks and Caicos Islands welcomes BermudAir as the airline begins its service to the destination on Monday, October 26th, marking the start of a wider expansion that will connect us with additional cities across the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. Local government and tourism officials meet with representatives of BermudAir BermudAir’s service will begin with a new nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Providenciales. The flight will depart from t

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Oct 263 min read


Island House Launches In-Villa Spa Service in Turks and Caicos
The Spa by Island House gives back to the TCI, whilst bringing massages, facials and body rituals to private villas across Providenciales. Discover luxurious treatments that pair ILA's plant and mineral-based formulations with local island ingredients. Island House LVM, the luxury villa rental and management company behind more than 19 staffed beachfront and seafront villas in Turks & Caicos, has launched The Spa by Island House. The new service brings a range of spa experien
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Oct 222 min read


Windsong Bags Two Local Titles at World Travel Awards 2026
Windsong Resort has claimed two honours among the Turks and Caicos winners of the 33rd annual World Travel Awards, securing the titles of Leading Boutique Hotel and Leading Hotel Suite for 2026. The Windsong Resort on Grace Bay, Providenciales | Photo: Windsong website The winners were recognised at the World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony, held at Princess Grand Jamaica on October 11, 2026. The resort sits on Jamaica’s northwest coast between Montego

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Oct 222 min read


Beaches Turks & Caicos strengthens year-round commitment with local craft vendors and transport operators
Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort is deepening its long-standing collaboration with local craft vendors and transport operators, maintaining active support even during the off-peak season to sustain livelihoods and strengthen the islands’ tourism ecosystem. Karen Cox (centre) and team - Craft vendors Local entrepreneurs say the resort’s commitment is felt throughout the year, with particular emphasis on keeping businesses vibrant when visitor numbers dip. Veteran craft vendor

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Oct 212 min read


Turks and Caicos named Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination at World Travel Awards
The Turks and Caicos Islands has been named the Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination at the World Travel Awards’ Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2026 in Jamaica. The world-famous Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales The award was announced during a red-carpet ceremony at Princess Grand Jamaica, where tourism and hospitality leaders gathered to recognise outstanding destinations and travel brands from across the Caribbean and the Americas. The ceremony was the flagshi

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Oct 202 min read


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

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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

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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

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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

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Sep 292 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
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Sep 244 min read


Waterloo Hotel Management Ltd. Announces the Promotion of Aleisa Musgrove Walkin to Cluster General Manager for the Turks and Caicos Collection
In every successful organization, there are leaders whose rise is shaped by determination, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. For Aleisa Musgrove Walkin, that journey has culminated in one of the most defining leadership appointments in the Turks and Caicos Islands’ hospitality industry. Aleisa Musgrove Walkin Waterloo Hotel Management Ltd. (WHML) has announced the promotion of Mrs. Walkin to Cluster General Manager for the Turks and Caicos Collection, en

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Aug 203 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


Astwood Questions TCI’s High-End Tourism Status as Tourism Authority Bill Sparks Heated Debate
Opposition Leader Hon. Edwin Astwood has challenged the Turks and Caicos Islands' reputation as a high-end tourism destination, arguing that the country's infrastructure and tourism product do not reflect the luxury image that has long been used to market the destination internationally. ASTWOOD... “Do we look like a high-end destination?" Astwood made the remarks during debate on the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourism Authority Bill 2026 in the House of Assembly on Tuesday

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Jun 103 min read


BermudAir Launches New Direct Toronto Service to Turks and Caicos Islands
The Turks and Caicos Islands will welcome a significant boost in airlift this winter with the launch of a new direct flight service from Toronto Pearson International Airport by BermudAir, further strengthening the destination's accessibility to the Canadian market. The flight will depart Toronto Pearson at 2:45 p.m. and arrive in the Turks and Caicos Islands at 6:40 p.m. The premium airline has announced that it will begin seasonal service to the Turks and Caicos Islands o

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Jun 93 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


Crackdown On Businesses Hiring ‘Illegals’
The Washington Misick Administration is going after businesses and individuals who hire undocumented workers in the wake of one of the...

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Jan 25, 20223 min read


WHO urges nations to lift travel bans, mandatory vaccine requirement for entry
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has urged nations to lift travel bans and mandatory vaccination for entry into countries despite the...

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Jan 21, 20221 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...

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Jan 13, 20223 min read
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