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With a 12 mile stretch of beach located on world-famous Grace Bay, Providenciales, locally known as Provo, is the main destination of the Turks and Caicos for both business travelers and tropical destination seekers. The third largest of the inhabited islands, with the largest population of nearly 35,000 residents and home to the country’s main airport, Provo offers many opportunities to the corporate and private investor.

Providenciales is the best-known of the Turks and Caicos Islands and the heart of the archipelago’s economic activity, with a wide range of businesses as well as world class hotels, restaurants, retail outlets, golf, tennis and other sports facilities. The island offers residents, businesses and investors a state-of-the-art hospital, robust technological services, cable television, high speed internet, several commercial and private banks, legal and accounting firms specializing in off-shore finance.

The island’s national parks, secluded beaches, marinas and ultra-high-end developments offer a wide range of tourism and other business opportunities.

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Known locally as Provo, Providenciales is the third biggest island in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) – and the go-to tourism destination in the archipelago. It’s where you’ll find Grace Bay Beach, cited by Forbes for being named the world’s best beach multiple times. Which comes as no surprise because Providenciales boasts 38 miles of white sandy beaches along with an abundance of unspoiled coastlines. Providenciales has certainly positioned itself “Best in Show” when it comes to attracting savvy investors to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Providenciales is located in the northwest area of the Turks and Caicos Islands, an archipelago of 40 islands located approximately 120 miles south of the Bahamas. Providenciales is considered the gateway to TCI via its International Airport (PLS) receiving over 150 flights weekly and equally or more via its two private FBO’s (Fix Based Operation for Private air Travel) Provo Air Center – https://www.provoaircenter.com/ and Atlantic Aviation – https://www.visittci.com/providenciales/atlantic-aviation its easy to get here. From Miami, it takes just 1 hour and 30 minutes on a nonstop flight to Providenciales and only 3.5 hours from New York or 4 hours direct from Canada (Toronto).

Providenciales is the most popular of the 8 inhabitant islands that make up the Turks and Caicos Islands. Featuring a state of the art Hospital – https://www.tcihospital.tc and advanced infrastructure for power and water as well as a strong robust telecommunications backbone for connectivity.

Providenciales has an estimated total population of around 46,000, according to UN estimates.

Just like the other island nations in the Caribbean, the Turks and Caicos is as gorgeous, if not more so, with its turquoise waters, powdery white sand beaches, luxury resort amenities, diving and snorkeling experiences, every water activity you can think of, and amazing weather – but without the crowds.

The Crown Jewel of the Turks and Caicos Islands – Located on Providenciales.

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LOCATION IS EVERYTHING: Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales, named the best beach in the world, certainly the Jewel of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Grace Bay Beach is the hallmark of the Turks and Caicos Islands, and the recipient of many designations, awards, and accolades.

Grace Bay currently holds the position of World Travel Awards’ World’s Leading Beach Destination, and 2nd place in Trip Advisor’s World’s Best Beaches. Over the previous decade, Grace Bay has taken first or second place in these two competitions 19 times.

The entirety of Grace Bay is excellent and breathtaking, with clean turquoise water and soft white sand, and no rocks, seaweed, or pollution. An extensive barrier reef is located about a mile (1.6 km) offshore, and protects Grace Bay from the ocean swells of the Atlantic, which helps to keep the water at the beach calm and safe.

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Starting out as a sleepy fishing village, Providenciales had to wait until the 1960s to have its potential as a tourism attraction explored. Around this time, a development company made an agreement with the Turks and Caicos government to build the island’s infrastructure, including roads, a hotel, a port, and an airstrip.

Less than two decades later, more developments began to pop up – giving Provo its first resort hotel, industrial port, and airport. Today, Providenciales is a primary go-to destination for anyone who wants a taste of Caribbean living.

Investors, residents, and tourists have more than enough choices when it comes to dining, shopping, leisure and entertainment, and adventures on the island.


 

Dining in Providenciales

With over 60 dining establishments to choose from, Providenciales is a smorgasbord of culinary delights that can satisfy even the most discerning palate. Many of the fine dining restaurants you’ll find here are headed by award-winning chefs.

Even in humbler establishments, residents and guests can tuck into meals that are prepared from scratch because there are no fast-food restaurants on the island.

The number of restaurants also come with a wide array of flavors and cuisines. There is, of course, island cuisine for those who want Caribbean flavors. Guests can feast on everything from Creole-style fish to Jamaican jerk and Caribbean BBQ to Queen conch salad, which features the local seafood specialty.

Aside from local fare, restaurants also serve French, Asian, Italian, and Mediterranean food. Options exist as well for vegans and vegetarians, steak lovers, and those who swear by their smoothies. And freshness is a certainty, as some restaurants even offer to cook one’s catch.

The best part, of course, is that eating out comes with some of the most breathtaking views. Whether it’s sunrise, sunset, or any hour in between, having your fill in Providenciales will always be a multi-sensory experience.

Shopping in Providenciales

Spending a leisurely day just strolling, breathing in the sea breeze, and browsing for great finds are activities that are as satisfying as any. For starters, there are luxury resorts and hotels with shops that are filled with all types of high-end trinkets and luxury goods. Additionally, one may wander down Grace Bay Road to Regent Village and Saltmills Plaza to check out the shops.

For local picks, homegrown soap and skincare products, handcrafted silver jewelry with precious stones, handmade woven baskets, old-fashioned dolls, and model sailboats from North and Middle Caicos make fine souvenirs. Haitian sheet metal art and paintings can likewise be found.

Lastly, souvenir shops with products made from conchs, shells, and corals dot the island. Art galleries and gift shops around Grace Bay are also recommended for local keepsakes..

Leisure and entertainment in Providenciales

Next to the island’s vaunted attractions, Providenciales is awash in leisure and wellness options (which are clue-ins for potential investors).

Here, one can find almost any type of fitness activity. There are classes for yoga and pilates conducted outdoors. The fact of being in the company of fellow practitioners can also boost the one’s well-being.

For those who want something laced with adrenaline, the choices are endless: open-water swimming, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, freediving, kiteboarding, and kayaking, and maybe more (just ask).

Family-friendly activities also abound, such as:

  • Jet ski tours and rentals
  • Scenic drives around Chalk Sound Drive, Venetian Road and Turtle Tail, The Blue Hills Coastal Road, and West Harbour Bluff
  • Boating charters and island hopping
  • Wildlife explorations around Mangrove Cay and Half Moon Bay
  • Hiking or cycling around Crossing Place Trail, West Harbour Bluff and Frenchman’s Creek, and the West Caicos
  • Natural and historic attractions
  • Chalk Sound National Park
  • National Museum and Heritage Site
  • Sapodilla Bay Hill Rock Carvings
  • The Hole
  • Northwest Point National Park
  • Land sports such as birdwatching, horseback riding, ATV tours, etc.

Finally, for nightlife and entertainment, there are casinos, floating bars, pubs, glowworm cruises, and beach bonfires.

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