By Mark Ellwood
We know what you’re thinking: Turks & Caicos in the summer? While the winter months are peak season for the many islands that dot the Caribbean and Atlantic, a summer sojourn promises near-empty beaches and a true chance to slow down and unwind on island time.
The British Overseas Territory that sits just southeast of the Bahamas, isn’t technically in the Caribbean, sitting as it does on the edge of the Atlantic. But, most folks would consider it more than equal to any tropical getaway in that region. It’s also gaining momentum with a raft of new hotel openings and even the first direct nonstop flight year-round from Miami to XSC/South Caicos, rather than just to the capital, Providenciales. Here’s a handful of new properties to consider, and an easy packing list to make this the turn-key getaway you deserve.
Salterra
This 100-room hotel will be easily accessible via the above-mentioned twice-weekly flight to South Caicos, an island once known for its salt flats. Come here now for superb bone fishing and the chance to idle on near-deserted sandbars.
The Reserve at Grace bay by Beach Enclave
This trio of fully serviced homes on Providenciales’s northwestern tip are a spectacular addition on a nearly five-acre estate with their own 4,500-square-foot golf green complex and standalone infinity pools.
The Strand
This 82-room complex opened in late 2024, on Cooper Jack Bay on Provo’s southern side, is a short drive from the airport. There’s a choice between luxury suites and standalone villas, which all have terraces and pools reflecting the turquoise ocean waters.
What to Pack:
Ready to claim your piece of paradise? Here’s a quick and easy packing list—all available to shop online.
