Frequently Asked Questions About Turks and Caicos Islands
Climate
The almost consistant tradewinds keep the temperatures constand and provide cooling breezes. High temperatures vary from 95° (F) in the summer to 80° (F), 27° (C) in the winter. The rainfall annually is 44-50 inches in Provo and Middle Caicos and only 22 inches in Grand Turk, Salt Cay and South Caicos. The ocean temperatures are 82°F to 78°F in the winter months and higher in the summer months from 82°F to 86°F.
How to get here
There are several major airlines serving the Turks and Caicos. We have 3 daily flights from Miami with American Airlines, daily flights from Charlote on USAirways, from Atlanta on Delta. US Airways operate 4 flights weekly from Charlotte , NC , while British Airways fly direct from London Heathrow via Nassau , each Sunday, AirCanada has 2 flights per week from Toronto. There are also various scheduled flights from other Caribbean countries such as Jamaica , Bahamas , Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Ground Transportation
For many of the villas a car rental is your best choice. There are many choices available Hertz, Budget, Avis, Tropical and Provo Rent a Car. In order to rent a car in the Turks and Caicos Islands you must be at least twenty one years of age and must hold a valid driver's license. We drive on the left side of the road. There is a new shuttle service available, Gecko Bus, that runs to many of the resorts, tourist shops and shopping centers. You can buy a pass by the trip, the day or by the week.
Groceries
 The largest grocery store is the IGA. It is open from 7 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week. You will find that most items are available on the island.
Currency
The United States Dollars is the currency of the island
Language
 English is the official language of the island.
Weddings in Paradise
To be married in the Turks and Caicos you must be in the country for at least 24 hours and optain a marriage licence for $50. An array of choices include beach wedding, church wedding, a romatic setting at the villa or even on a sunset sail.