Turks & Caicos “Things to Do”
When in Turks & Caicos, one of the most relaxing, family-friendly option for a Carribean trip this winter, visit some of our team’s top recommendations. Turks & Caicos provides the ultimate setting for a mix of wellness, family-friendly, and active activities.
Big Blue Collective
At Big Blue Collective, one of the top private charter and watersports companies on the island and in the Carribean, they offer the widest range of private, customized boating charters in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Big Blue offers a selection of offers, from chill 2-hour outings, all the way to full-day boat rides visiting the most far-out reefs, beaches, and islands.
Take advantage of a variety of water sports such as paddle boarding, kayaking tours through the mangroves, diving sessions, snorkeling outings, kite surfing daytrips and camps, and much more.
They have you covered with first class, guides, captains, crew, and gear while also providing you with delicious food and drinks on the most versatile fleet of premium, small group luxury adventure boats in the Islands. Depending on your group size, desire and destination we have the right boat fit for the occasion, event or mission.
Coco Van
Nestled into the grounds of Coco Bistro, cocovan is a casual dining experience in the heart of Grace Bay, great for stop-in lunches, a drink before dinner at Coco Bistro, or a great meal for a casual evening in Turks & Caicos.
Next to the classic 1974 Airstream Kitchen are a number of tables and picnic tables for you to utilize for an easy date-night, a family dinner, or a quick grab-and-go meal. Menu options change every week depending on what is most fresh.
Royal Turks & Caicos Golf Club
Located on Providenciales, the gateway to The Turks and Caicos Islands, the 18-hole championship golf course of Royal Turks and Caicos is voted in the top 5 courses in the Caribbean. Open to members and visitors alike, this course is a great opportunity to stay active during your time on the islands. Since 1992, this challenging layout has been enjoyed by club members and resort golfers alike and attracts many return visitors to tackle the unique “target-style” course.
They offer premium Titleist rental golf clubs, and full facilities including a full-service pro shop, practice warm-up net, chipping and putting areas, bag-storage, flood-lit tennis, and a clubhouse great for pre- or post-round drinks and food.
Anani Spa
The renowned Turks & Caicos spa at Grace Bay Club, Anani, offers exceptional treatments in their premium spaces designed to provide the utmost relaxing experience for hotel guests and visitors of the island.
Their facility is incredibly spacious, thus proving to be one of the best spas on the island for full-day day spa packages. Their facilities include six treatment rooms. This includes a couple’s room, a manicure/pedicure room, and an area for facials, massages, or body treatments. They also have spa tents, great for beachfront massages.
Lemon 2 Go
Synonymous with great quality products made with care, Lemon 2 Go is the perfect spot for grab-and-go drinks and food. This is one of the top coffee shops on the island, having paired up with the highest-quality local suppliers, bakeries, and artisans to provide their guests with organic, fair trade café style items.
Visitors can find refuge under their signature lattice pergola, and pop into the adjacent gift and flower shop, Four Hundred’s preferred florist on the island of Turks & Caicos.
Da Conch Shack
Serving casual island fare to visitors and locals alike for years, Da Conch Shack is one of the most iconic stops on the island. Enjoy performances and a DJ on Wednesday evenings, or live music most other nights over dinner, drinks, and dancing with family and friends.
Set back farther away from Grace Bay, Da Conch Shack is only a short cab ride away. Keep in mind reservations are strongly recommended.
Crest & Berry
Crest & Berry, one of Grace Bay’s newest additions, provides a variety of açai bowls, smoothies, and juices. In the heart of Grace Bay, their offerings are super allergen friendly with nondairy milks, gluten free and nut free options. 100% pure fruits and natural ingredients that are all Kosher are used.
Choose your base and add blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, strawberries, bananas, chia seeds, and more… and you’ve got a bowl or cup full of beautiful nutritious-ness that tastes like dessert.
Contributor — Janie Weber