It is a challenging task to portray the beauty of this place. The exquisite beaches, turquoise water and powdery sand, makes it a must-visit place for one and all. Witness the eye-popping beauty of this place and make your vacay a worthy one.
Here follows a list of 10 things you ought to know prior to your visit to Turks and Caicos Island, in order to male relish your trip snugly:
- Language used over this place is English
If you are an English speaker, then language would not be a barrier in your way of recreation. Almost everyone over there speaks English, despite Turks and Caicos being on the British territory, which is a welcoming factor for all American tourists. Apart from English, Spanish, Creole and Haitian are also commonly used.
- Official currency is US Dollar– Don’t miss out on carrying enough US dollars with you as the acceptable currency of Turks and Caicos is the same. Another important fact to be kept in mind is there are no Foreign Exchanges at the airport or anywhere around. The only available option are local banks. So, a better way out is to carry the US dollars from your own nation to avoid a mess.
- No alcohol on Sundays – Turks and Caicos Island lends a premium collection of wines, alcohol and various hard drinks. There is a strict prohibition on sale of alcohol and hard drinks on Sundays. Restaurants and bars are authorized to serve drinks even on Sunday. No one below the age of 18 is allowed to consume drinks in Turks and Caicos Island.
- Free access to all the Islands– When it comes to beaches, Turks and Caicos islands serve to their level best in both, quantitative as well as qualitative terms. There are no private beaches here, which ensure free and open entry for one and all. It is totally a cost-free affair. One might have to pay for parking charges if parked on private land. Rejuvenate and heal yourself with crystal-clear water, soft sand and radiant sun.
- Pleasant weather, round the year – It is always great to visit Turks and Caicos throughout the year, in any season. Comparatively, December to April months seem to be busier. In the busy season, the prices tend to increase and may surpass your budget. Avoid planning your trip in the months of September and October as they are the peak months of Atlantic Hurricane season. One may have to struggle for famous resorts and accommodations and might not avail the best of services and good exposure to all the sports activities.
- Travel Essentials – Do not forget to carry all the basic travel essentials, which include coral-safe sunscreen, mosquito repellent, packed-dry snacks and a good amount of cash. Coral-safe sunscreen is a must to carry as various excursions would not allow you to participate without these sunscreens and buying the same from the island itself is not a good idea. There is no doubt that food is quite expensive here, so the more packed food you carry, the better it is. Being an expensive travel destination, it is necessary for you to carry enough of foreign currency to make your trip a hassle free one.
- No requirement of Visa for UK, USA and Canadian Passport Holders – The residents of the United Kingdom, United States of America and Canada are not required to have the visa for Turks and Caicos island. They ought to carry their passports with them. Likewise, the nationalities who hold a valid tourist visa for the United Kingdom, the United States, or Canada are also exempted from carrying their visa to visit Turks and Caicos Island.
- Taxis and cabs charge price per person rather than per ride – Hiring taxis could be an expensive affair as they calculate the rate on the number of people on taxis rather than per ride. Saturday and Sunday are considered as the busiest days at the airport, which consequently affect car rental and taxis charge. We would suggest you with a better alternative of booking a rental car. The drivers are the residents of the islands and within no time they can guide and lead you to the best beaches, resorts, restaurants and various sight-seeing places. They are experts in recommending the restaurants and water sports operators and they do get the commission for doing the same. Resorts also lend the service of bikes for you to roam around the place.
- Supermarkets – There are many supermarkets and premium stores to shop from. Everything is imported, so you can expect a higher price for whatever you buy.
- Conch Hunt- With the first and only conch farm in the world, Turks and Caicos is the perfect place to relish conch salad and do not miss catching them during your snorkeling trip.