The Department of Tourism Regulation (DTR) has introduced a comprehensive accommodation classification system under the Tourism Regulation and Licensing Ordinance 2023, marking an important step toward strengthening tourism standards and enhancing the visitor experience across the Turks and Caicos Islands. Avi Adams, Director of the Department of Tourism Regulations The new framework establishes nine official classifications for tourist accommodation establishments and pro

The Turks and Caicos Islands ranks among the top ten countries in the world for festive season travel, according to Virtuoso, the leading global network of agencies specialising in luxury and experiential travel. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Zhavargo Jolly The Turks and Caicos Islands ranked fourth among countries for festive travel, while Providenciales is tenth among the world’s top ten festive season destinations. The rankings were revealed in Virtuoso’s latest travel trends

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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