Turks and Caicos is best known for
its tourist hub, Providenciales,
where Grace Bay was rated among
the Caribbean’s top three beaches by our
sister pub Islands. But the archipelago
comprises 40 islands in total (eight inhabited),
including North Caicos, which boasts
a f amingo pond, and Middle Caicos, home
to the Caribbean’s biggest cave network.
Most couples opt for Provo, thanks to its
laid-back feel, modern hotels and wedding
touches like fresh conch dishes, calypso
performers and beach bonf res. Diversions
here center on the water, from snorkeling
to kiteboarding — TCI’s consistent trade
winds make it a top spot for the sport.
Weddings can take place on any day.
Prior to your arrival, make a special request
in writing to the registrar, and include your
chosen wedding date, time and location. A
local minister, justice of the peace or registrar
conducts the ceremony. Call 649-946-
2800 for more info. — EH
The barefoot-casual Royal West
Indies resort on Grace Bay Beach
boasts all-suite accommodations
and fve-plus tropical acres.
Weddings for two or 100 can be casual
or elegant. Expert planner Teresa Brunner
works right on-property and will customize
the ceremony and reception to your style.
Say your vows on Grace Bay Beach under
a palm arch or bamboo canopy draped with
white tulle and posies of roses. Or hold your
ceremony within a circle of conch shells
and tiki torches.
Then celebrate with a fve-course
dinner, a lavish buffet or live action stations
at Pelican Bay Restaurant & Bar.
Be sure to add the “I Do. I Do. I Do. I
Do. I Do. I Do.” spa package, which includes
his and hers massages, scalp massages and
mini refexology.
The Sands — an upscale-casual
all-suite resort located right on
Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales
— is known for infusing its sand-and-sea
ceremonies with style. Even the simplest
Let’s Say I Do package comes with a
wedding arch draped in sheer white fabric,
plus decorated chairs for 10 guests and a
special turndown service. Upgrades include
generous photo and spa packages.
Say your vows on the sand, in a lush
gardenside gazebo or on the expansive deck
of the award-winning Hemingway’s restaurant.
Have a musician play reggae, calypso
or classic fute during your ceremony; then
bring out a DJ or live band for the reception.
You and all your guests will have
complimentary use of The Sands’ bicycles,
three freeform swimming pools, kayaks and
other water-sports equipment.
