Turks and Caicos Islands
Posted by: admin in Caribbean, Caribbean Travel, Turks and Caicos IslandsThe Turks & Caicos Islands in the Caribbean are the best beach holiday destination. Enjoying up to 320 days of uninterrupted sunshine a year, these two islands offers pristine beaches and one of the best dive sites in the Caribbean.
The first inhabitants of the islands were the Carib Indians. However, after it was discovered by the Europeans (some say Christopher Columbus, others say Juan Ponce de Leon), these two islands had been under control of various European and Caribbean countries. Today, Turk and Caicos islands are Non-sovereign, Overseas territory of the British crown.
The Turks and Caicos Islands are composed of about a dozen islands and cays. The biggest and most populous island group, the Caicos Islands lays southeast of the Bahamas, seperated by the Caicos Passage. Ninety-six percent of the total land area of the Turks & Caicos Islands are in the northern half, the Caicos group. The biggest population concentration, as well as the urban center of the island group is in the island of Providenciales. Out of the six main islands that make up the Caicos Islands, only four are inhabited.
Separated by the Turks Island Passage from the Caisos Islands, the Turks Islands are composed of two main islands (the only inhabited islands in the group), and several smaller islands.
The islands of the Turks and Caicos are mostly low land, flat limestone, with much marshes and swamps. Though the islands enjoy plenty of sunny days, it is still in the hurricane belt and is frequently affected by hurricanes in the region. Though the island has limited fresh water supply, they are bountiful in spiny lobster, conch and various shellfish.
The Turks and Caicos Islands are famous for the extensive coral reef system that surrounds the islands. Consistently voted as one of the top dive spots in the world, the islands promises divers of excellent visibility, unspoilt reefs, and exotic tropical fishes.
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October 25th, 2007 at 3:08 am
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July 19th, 2008 at 2:02 pm
I have a Turks & Caicos vacation rental and absolutely love it down there. If anyone is thinking of going I’d highly recommend a vacation property rental as opposed to the big resorts. The first sentence says it all: “The Turks & Caicos Islands in the Caribbean are the best beach holiday destination.” Best being the key word. :- )
September 2nd, 2008 at 8:42 pm
Bahamas is the best place for a holiday travel/vacation. I have been there a few times and would be happy to retun back -) I am a diver and was diving there.
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December 10th, 2008 at 5:32 am
Turks & Caicos are charming destination and well known in the field of diving.
i like the spectacular sunset in the photo.
March 27th, 2009 at 1:09 pm
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Hazel
May 13th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
This is informative post.I would love to hear more about this place.I bet my family will like this place because of its own charm.Just wishing i can visit that place soon.
-Sarah
June 8th, 2009 at 12:56 am
If a holiday to a tropical island resembling heaven on earth is what you want, then Turks and Caicos are perfect for your holiday destination this summer. The tourism industry of these islands has been developed to a great extent due to the influx of many tourists to these areas. Luxury is among the most common features of all the hotels and resorts of these islands.
June 25th, 2009 at 12:59 am
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