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5 Spring Break Vacation Ideas on Provo (Turks and Caicos)

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If you have survived the Polar Vortex, why not make plans for a quick escape to Provo on the Turks and Caicos?

The kids are out of school, to it’s a perfect time to enjoy clear blue skies, crystal-clear water and an island lifestyle that can’t be beat.

Here are 5 Caribbean spring break vacation ideas on Provo:

1. Visit the National Environmental Centre and Children’s Park

The National Environmental Centre (NEC), located on Lower Bight Road in Providenciales, opened its doors on April 21st,2007. The exhibits and displays within the Centre focus on the natural habitats and ecosystems of the Turks and Caicos Islands. There are also rotating exhibits, highlighting ongoing research activities in the Islands.

A Children’s Park is located nearby.

2. Visit Chalk Sound

The western half of Provo is mostly barren wilderness, home to the island’s best natural attraction, Chalk Sound National Park. The park is a three-mile-long (5km) bay a few miles southwest of downtown Providenciales. The color of the water is a uniform turquoise and studded with countless mushroom-like tiny islets. Also on the western part of the island is Northwest Point Marine National Park, which extends to nearby reefs and several saline lakes that attract breeding and migrant waterfowl. You’ll have to hike to get there.

3. Go horseback riding

Enjoy horseback riding on the beach and into the shallow waters with a backdrop of white sand and turquoise water. Ride along quiet dirt roads, canals and secluded beaches of Long Bay Hills, Providenciales in the beautiful Turks and Caicos Islands.

4. Thursday Fish Fry

Every Thursday from 5:30p to 9:30p at the Bight (Children’s) Park, over a dozen local food vendors, entertainers and cultural acts come together for Island Fish Fry to create an evening of “all things TCI.”

5. Relax on Grace Bay Beach

Recognized as one of the top 1o beaches in the entire world, Grace Bay Beach combines heavenly turquoise waters with powdery, soft sand, perfect for a romantic getaway, or a special retreat for your entire family.

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Grace Bay Beach Wins More Awards from TripAdvisor

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Coming on the heels of Providenciales being named the #1 Island in the Caribbean and the #2 Island in the World in February by TripAdvisor, our wonderful island in the Caribbean has received yet more accolades and recognition.

Our very own Grace Bay Beach, right here in Turks and Caicos has been called a great family getaway by travelers looking for ways to escape the dreaded Polar Vortex.

Writer Eileen Ogintz notes that Grace Bay Beach is a better choice for families than the “rougher” waters of Hawaii.

Kids, she says, love the Sands Resort’s “lazy river”, and beach-front Hemingway’s restaurant, with famous conch fritters, chowder and empanadas, is also an island favorite. Other attractions when visiting the Turks and Caicos include a long barrier reef, bonefishing, and kiteboarding.

Toronto writer Corinne McDermott, writing for an audience dealing with this year’s “big chill” also recognized Grace Bay beach as one of the best beaches for families:  the soft sand and gentle water makes (Grace Bay) ideal for little ones.

In January the Sands at Grace Bay received Expedia’s Top Partner Award for Turks & Caicos. The Sands Resort received this award earlier in February at the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association’s annual awards in Montego Bay.

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The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift: A Turks & Caicos Trip To Rekindle Romance In 2014

The Sands at Grace Bay looks forward to pampering couples in 2014 with our romance packages – which feature special touches including sparkling wine, rejuvenating massages and a sunset beach cruise to help couples fall in love all over again in tropical Turks & Caicos. Our signature resort romance packages conveniently allow couples to customize the details of their romance stay, by selecting their preferred studio or suite accommodation, length of stay and time of visit.

Whether you’re planning a honeymoon vacation, an intimate wedding, a mom & dad retreat, or an anniversary celebration – The Sands at Grace Bay offers luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities and a magical oceanside setting for couples to rekindle romance in one of the top rated beach destinations in the world.

The following are inclusions from our 2014 Romance Packages. Room accommodations are not included in the per couple price and must be booked separately.

Fall in Love Again Package: $650 Per Couple

  • Chilled bottle of sparkling wine in room upon arrival
  • 70 Minute Swedish Massage For Two
  • Couples Sunset Beach Cruise

Lasting Love Romance Package: $1250  Per Couple

  • Chilled bottle of sparkling wine in room upon arrival
  • Fresh Flowers & Strawberries in room upon arrival
  • His & Her Spa Treatments For Two including:
    • 70 Minute Swedish Massage
    • Full Scalp Massage
    • Mini Reflexology
  • Couples Sunset Beach Cruise
  • Couples Beach Cruise: Tour secluded Cays, snorkel along the reef and collect seashells
  • Roundtrip Airport Transfers

For more information on these romance packages or other special packages offered by The Sands at Grace Bay, visit: http://thesandstc.flywheelstaging.com/rates-and-reservations/packages/