Providenciales

• Providenciales International Airporta small airport, which can become overcrowded very easily. Prior to arriving you should schedule a shuttle or taxi to meet you promptly after your flight lands ($28). When departing from Provo's airport, be sure to arrive at the airport approximately three to four hours beforehand, especially on Saturdays. Saturday is the busiest day at the airport. American and Delta offer multiple non-stop flights. The lines will most likely be out the door. Located inside the airport is a place to purchase preservatives and souvenirs. Check in is divided into two lines. Line one is baggage check, while line two is the security check. Make sure you are in the correct line and do not hesitate to ask for help if you have never been to this airport before.

If you don't pre-arrange a taxi, you may have to pay as much as $33 for a car. Some drivers may try to scam you for more.

• Air Canada offers non-stop service from Toronto-Pearson and seasonal service from Halifax, Montreal-Trudeau, and Ottawa.
• American Airlines offers non-stop service from Boston, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Miami, and Philadelphia.
• Bahamas Air offers service from Nassau.
• British Airways offers service from London via Nassau.
• Delta offers non-stop service from Atlanta.
• InterCaribbean Airways
• jetBlue offers non-stop service from New York-JFK, and seasonal service from Boston.
• United offers non-stop service from Newark.
• WestJet offers non-stop service from Toronto-Pearson and seasonal service from Montreal-Trudeau.
• Local airlines offer service from nearby islands.

Since there are no public buses, families or those wishing to travel to dinner and other attractions should rent a vehicle. In the Grace Bay area, there are many shops are within walking distance. If you are residing at resorts along the Grace Bay strip, a free shuttle will most likely be offered to take you to certain areas along Leeward Highway. Some of these places include: Yoshi's, Calico Jack's, Jimmy's Dive Bar, local boutiques, and the Graceway Supermarket.
Taxis can get expensive if you are traveling from the heart of Grace Bay to areas surrounding the Turtle Cove Marina. The charge is approximately $6-8 per person. If you are staying along the strip of resorts (Seven Stars, Club Med Turkoise, Grace Bay Club, Point Grace, etc.) you are in great walking distance to a handful of restaurants, pubs, boutiques, and island entertainment (i.e. scuba diving, sailing, kiteboarding).

• BeachesMore than half the coastline of Providenciales is beach, covered in soft sand. Some beaches have sharp shells. Keep well clear of the path of any boats, as reckless boat operators have killed travellers.

• Dive Provo

  phone: +1 649 946-5040
  Owned and operated by Alan and Clare Jardine, both SSI Platinum Pros, each with over 20 years experience in the dive industry.

• Provo Golf ClubAn 18 Hole Championship Golf Course on Providenciales which holds an annual Amateur Tournament. It hosted the Caribbean Amateur Open in 1999 and 2009.

• Kenard Cruises

  phone: +1 649 232-3866
  address: Turtle Cove Marina
  They specialize in custom cruises, using a power catamaran.

• Kite Provo

• Nautique Sports

• Provo Ponies

• Provo Turtle Divers

  phone: +1 649-946-4232
  address: 2 locations: Turtle Cove Marina and Ocean Club Resorts, both in Providenciales
  Oldest and most experienced dive operation in the Turks & Caicos Islands.

• Silver Deep

• Snuba Turks and Caicos

  phone: +1 649 241-7010
  address: The Windsong Resort, Stubbs Rd.
  There's no experience needed to take their tour. If you can breathe, look and kick your legs then you too can SNUBA.

• Big Blue Collective

  phone: +16499465034
  address: Leeward Marina
  The only eco watersport company in TCI, started in 1997 with a focus on protection and education by two explorers way before it was cool to be eco-friendly. Over 20 years in adventure and expertise from kayaking, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, snorkeling, diving and boating.

Events

• Conch Festival

  address: Three Queen's Bar
  The Annual Conch Festival is a great day out in November. The popular beach-side event attracts tourists and locals alike to celebrate the islands’ most famous delicacy, historical icon, and number one export. The main event will take place on Saturday afternoon (November 24th) in the charming Blue Hills area of Providenciales, outside of Three Queen’s Bar & Restaurant.

• Anacaona at Grace Bay Club

• Jimmy's Dive Bar & Grill

• Coco Bistro

• The Grill at Grace Bay Club

• Tiki Hut Cabana Bar and Grill

• Yoshis Japanese Restaurant

• Calico Jack's

• Danny Bouy's Irish Pub and Restaurant

• The Bagatelle at the Ganzevoort

• Bella Luna Ristorante

• Restaurant at Amanyara

• Lemon Cafe

• Martha's Kitchen

  address: Three Queens Bar
  Best authentic TCI food on Provo. Great location to chill out.

Try these tasty colorful alcoholic beverages

• Flaming Provo

• Infinity Martini

• Rum Punch

• Turks Head Beer

• Flaming Bob Marley

• Three Queen's Bar

  address: Blue Hills
  Dick's Bar on North Side Blue Hills, home of the Annual Conch Festival in November.

Nightlife

Providenciales is very residential with only one casino and nightclub on the island. Enjoy your night life at a bar with the locals or listening to the soothing sounds of the island during various live music nights.

• Casablanca Casino

• Calico Jack's

• Danny Buoys

• Infinity Bar

At music venues, listen to island beats of reggae, rock, and blues preformed by local groups. Performances usually take place every week, but Friday is traditionally the biggest night for music on the island. Speak to a concierge member to find out which hotels and local restaurants are having live music on specific nights.}}

• Alexandra Resort & Spa

  address: Grace Bay Beach
  This resort on Grace Bay Beach includes 145 studios and 1- and 2-bedroom suites.

• Caribbaway on Long Bay Beach3-bedroom ocean front vacation villa rental on the beach. Free optional use of 4x4 for guests. Ocean views. Sleeps up to 8.

• Club MedAll-inclusive property, open to singles and couples 18 and older. Snorkeling excursions, Hobie Cat sailboats, a circus trampoline and trapeze are some of the daily activities at Club Med. Nightly shows are provided.

• Grace Bay Club

  phone: +1 649-946-5757
  Perched on 11 acres of beachfront. 3 outdoor swimming pools. Two speciality pools are for adults only and estate guests. The Infinity bar and lounge is a place where you can sip on a cocktail overlooking the beach and have a small meal. There is a speciality restaurant which has a dress code and is high in price, but serves outstanding meals. Standard rooms include iPod docking stations and air conditioning. Bathrooms include double sinks, separate bathtubs and showers, and bathrobes.

• Grace Bay Place

  phone: +1 649 232-9663
  address: 81 Grace Bay Rd.
  1- and 2-bedroom housekeeping units. Pool. 5 min. to Grace Bay Beach. On main road 2-minute walk to Saltmills.

• Gansevoort Turks and Caicos

  address: Grace Bay Beach
  Hotel with 91 rooms overlooking Grace Bay Beach. This hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi.

• Northwest Point Resort

  phone: +1 649-941-5133
  address: 1 Davie Bight Road
  Secluded resort in the northwest part of Providenciales, featuring fully furnished condos and pristine beaches.

• The PalmsA beautiful island resort featuring 72 suites on the shores of Grace Bay Beach.

• Point Grace

  phone: +1 649-941-7743
  address: Grace Bay Road
  Point Grace on Grace Bay is a unique boutique hotel with 28 one, two-, three- and four-bedroom suites and penthouses.

• The Regent Grand

  phone: +1 649-941-7770
  Recently constructed 54-suite resort.

• The Regent Palms at Grace Bay166 rooms and suites in a five-story building. Some rooms have a view of the ocean and white powder beaches. Complimentary water bottles are delivered to your room daily as well as a turn down service.

• Roi Soleil

  address: Turtle Tail
  Gorgeous 3-bedroom vacation rental on the beach with great views. Rental includes use of two kayaks, paddle boat, and midweek maid service.

• Royal West Indies ResortThis resort offers 120 spacious studios and suites (all nonsmoking) in eight three-story buildings without elevators. Suites include fully equipped kitchens. All units include TVs with U.S. cable channels, DVD players (complimentary DVDs available), and CD players. All units include a washer/dryers.

• Sands at Grace Bay

  phone: +1 649-946-5199

• Sapphire Sunsets Beach Villa

  phone: +1 781-263-7227
  address: Providenciales
  Vacation villa right on Sapodilla Bay Beach. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, private pool, kayaks, stunning views, faces west for amazing sunsets. Sleeps 8-13.

• Seven Stars on Grace BayThis four-star property caters mostly to families. There are 115 rooms, some of which have kitchenettes that include refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Guests are offered a complimentary breakfast. Additional amenities include pool tables, poolside bar, fitness center, and a children's club.

• Sunset Point Oceanfront Villa

  phone: +1 661-290-2629
  Four-bedroom vacation villa available for rental year-round. Features ocean views from every room, private pool, gated entry, game room. Located on the shore in a quiet neighborhood of oceanfront estates.

• Three Dolphins Sandy Beachfront Tennis Villa

  phone: +1 519 631-7340
  address: Long Bay
  This 9-bedroom villa is situated on 217 feet of beautiful sandy beach on Long Bay. There is complimentary Wi-Fi, a private lit tennis court, 42-foot pool, large play set, outdoor chess set, pool table, hot tub, BBQ, kayaks, roped off swim area, 165-foot portico (outdoor living under a covered roof overlooking the ocean), TV-DVD in every room, large grand dining room and living room but also separate living rooms and kitchens for personal privacy within the group. Mid-week cleaning is complimentary and there is 24/7 villa manager. Wheelchair accessible.

• The Tuscany on Grace Bay,

  phone: +1 649-946-4667

• Villa Oasis7-bedroom villa on Grace Bay.

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• Villa Renaissance

  phone: +1 649-941-5300
  36-suite resort.

• Windsong Resort

  address: Stubbs Rd, Grace Bay
  A resort on Grace Bay Beach that features 50 one-, two- and three-bedroom condominiums.