r/TurksAndCaicos

Hi has anyone stayed at this hotel? What is it like? Also are there any places to eat within walking distance?

I will be staying at Airbnb near grace bay beach. How do I get a taxi from my Airbnb back to airport during my stay?

I am planning an October trip to either Turks where I would stay at grace bay or Aruba. Anyone experience both and which has better beaches?

I know it’s a dumb question but I’ve never been to the Turks and Caicos and I’m going in a few months. Me and my girlfriend love four loko and were wondering if four loko is sold in the grand Turk anywhere? Thanks

I was expecting like $20 or $25. But it was $40 per person. Maybe more depending where you’re going.

And it’s just some community van that can fit a bunch of people. Makes multiple stops at different hotels. Figured with a shared van price would be cheaper.

I know the drives have to be making bank.

Hi guys,

I’m on somewhat of a tight budget, just paid for an expensive wedding, now paying for an expensive honeymoon at the ritz. Now I want to do a few excursions that won’t cost me so much.

I’m interested in the sunset cruise, kayaking, parasailing (if they have it), that iguana island tour looks fun, and then maybe the shipwreck tour if it’s within the budget.

My wife can’t swim so snorkeling is out of the question.

I also wanted to know if it’s cheaper to book online or over there, I went to Cabo and booked a bunch of excursions there in person and haggled a lot of it.

Also open to any recommendations and must dos on the island 🏝️

Thanks!

Planning to travel to TCI for my honeymoon in September, should I be worried about the hurricane season?

Hi, staying at grace bay club and visitig next week. are there places where I can take my kid snorkeling for the first time? he’s just been learning how to swim so need something easy and safe.

My partner and I will be staying at Seven Stars the week after next for seven days… We thoroughly enjoy the beach and pool however I am wondering if it's worth renting a vehicle for a few days to explore other parts of the island.. other beaches, etc. My thought was maybe rent one for three days but wondering if it will add value to the trip?

My fiancée and I are looking for a 4-night honeymoon from September 15–19, flying out of EWR.

Our total budget is around $5,000 for BOTH of us, ideally including flights, hotel, food and drinks. We’re open to either all-inclusive or a regular hotel as long as the total cost realistically stays around that range.

Our biggest priorities are:

• Beautiful crystal-clear turquoise water and white sand
• Very little/no sargassum or seaweed
• Excellent food
• Nice, upscale/luxury rooms and resort
• Romantic/honeymoon atmosphere
• Adults-only or at least not overly kid/family-oriented would be preferred (not hard line)
• We don't care much about nightlife or partying

Turks & Caicos is our first choice because we love the look of Grace Bay. We looked at Beaches, but we're worried it may feel too family/kid-oriented for a honeymoon. We’ve also looked at Wymara, Seven Stars, Grace Bay Club, etc., but once food and drinks are added I'm not sure what is realistic within our total budget....

For anyone who has done Turks recently, what would you recommend for this budget? And if non-AI, roughly how much did you actually spend per day for two people on food/drinks?

Also open to another Caribbean island if there's somewhere that fits this better, but we’ve already been to Aruba.

Thanks!

- Struggling fiance

Hi everyone,

I’m considering accepting a job offer in Turks and Caicos. Will move with my family, and I’m trying to get a realistic idea of the monthly cost of living for 3 people.

Roughly how much should we budget per month for:

• Groceries / supermarket shopping
• Internet and mobile phones
• Electricity and water
• Rent for a decent 2-bedroom apartment or house
• Any other common expat expenses

Also, what would you consider a comfortable monthly household income for a family of 3 if we’d like to save around $3,000–$3,500 USD per month after all expenses?

I’d really appreciate recent, real-life estimates from people currently living there. Thanks!

Hi! Me and my boyfriend are staying near turtle cove marina for the week and are really craving clubbing and dancing. We had a boat guide give us a bunch of local recommendations but forgot to write them down and no longer remember!

I also have checked through this sub a bit and see some people from about a year ago warning about safety. Opinions on cautious tourists trying to experience a local club? And just location recommendations for us to research regardless please! Ty ty :) 💗

I have a question about Airport Fast Track on arrival - we are flying Saturday to Saturday. I have heard that sometimes there is a large line up outside of the airport on the Tarmac. My question is if you purchase Fast Track can you bypass that exterior line? Or will people frown on you thinking that you are queue jumping. My understanding is that you meet the fast pass rep once you are inside the airport.

Considering a destination wedding in Grace Bay. Wondering what we are in for as far as requirements. I have inquired with a couple of resorts and have gotten a lot of mixed information.