Top sigths of Turks and Caicos Islands
These islands are located not far away from the Bahamas and Florida, but despite that fact the Turks and Caicos Islands are an independent archipelago. The islands have become increasingly popular during the last decade. Travellers come there to enjoy relaxing beach rest and world-class diving. Just like many islands of the Caribbean, the Turks and Caicos are not very rich in architectural or historic landmarks, but under the tender sun and in the beautiful setting of the island travelers are unlikely to be interested in visiting museums. Instead, visitors are recommended to explore miles long coral reefs, swim with dolphins and see sunken ships. … OpenChapters of the guide to Providenciales Island
Providenciales Island sightseeing
The must-see destination of many tour programs is Richmond Hill. There are ruins of old estates; during the colonial era there was an extensive plantation in these places. Today nothing violates the natural harmony of the scenic area; surviving part of numerous buildings is reminiscent of the old days. Travelers who are fond of scuba diving will be fond of another attraction, the underwater Hole Cave, which is … Open
Cultural excursion through Providenciales Island - things to see
Do you want to get to know the culture of the black people of Providenciales? Then you should go to Tiki Hut - a small village which inhabitants try to maintain the traditional way of life. There are almost no reminders that today is the 21st century, but not the 19th. Old dresses of men, women and children, buildings, way of life, unchanged for several centuries – all these traditions are incredibly interesting … Open
Top hotels with reviews
The Somerset on Grace Bay situated on the world-famous Grace Bay Beach enjoys great popularity. The hotel offers luxurious suites decorated within different themes. The lodge provides a wide range of services to fans of water sports. A pleasant surprise waits for young guests, as they can attend great kid club for free and take part in very interesting entertainment programs. Optimal location near sports centers and … Open
Attractions and active leisure
You can get a lot of impressions by moving on foot on the island. The National Park of Princess Alexandra takes the most part of the island. There are more than a dozen routes of different categories of complexity. Some of them are nice for unprepared tourists, while others can be a challenge even for the experienced traveller. In any case, you can enjoy amazing local flora and fauna. More than ten species of rare … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
However, grits is not the only famous dish of «old» Providenciales cuisine. Here you can taste incredibly delicious Whelk fish soup. Whelk is a common name that is applied to various kinds of sea snail. The local mollusc soup is also delicious. Fresh stewed or fried fish caught in local waters can be considered a native local dish. It is usually served with peas. In general, peas are widely used in national … Open
Traditions and mentality of Providenciales Island
There is an incredibly peaceful atmosphere on the island. In general, there is an extremely low level of crime on Providenciales. In particular, crimes against foreign citizens. Perhaps it is caused by fairly high local prices. That is why rich businessmen and wealthy families like to visit Providenciales because they feel safe here. But maybe this is because of the features of the local mentality. Although it is … Open