Turks and Caicos: Why a Private Villa vacation can deliver the Best Experience

Private villas have become the first choice for sophisticated and informed travelers. The desire for space, privacy, and freedom to set their vacation tempo are some influences that define guests’ decisions. 

When traveling to the Caribbean, choosing one of the beautiful private Turks and Caicos Villas takes all these reasons and elevates them to another level. This wonderful group of islands enjoys more sunshine days than virtually any other Caribbean destination. Warm and balmy waters lap around award-winning beaches to set the stage for an outdoorsy, unspoiled, but luxurious vacation experience.

Large, modern villas hold prime locations overlooking beaches like Grace Bay Beach and Long Bay Beach. Air-conditioned properties that open onto white sandy beaches bring you as close to heaven as possible. In addition, most villas come with a good selection of snorkels, paddle boards, and beach toys so you and your family can spend lazy days dipping in and out of the gentle surf.

The low-level nature of these coral islands makes them a great place to jump on a bike to go sightseeing. In addition, the main island of Providenciales, or Provo for short, has a wide range of Turks and Caicos restaurants, bars, and shops that are a joy to explore.

Thursday’s Fish Fry has become the stuff of legends. Travelers fly in from other T&C islands to join this street party in Provo. Local bands, craft stalls, and food trucks selling the delicious local delicacy conch fritters are all part of the experience. And let’s not forget the sumptuous lobster mac and cheese – it’s a dish that always tastes of ‘more’. The chilled vibe of the Fish Fry is lovely for visitors of all ages.

If you are a water sports enthusiast, you can expand your skills as a sailor or diver by joining some of the best-guided tours around the islands. Sports fishermen can go offshore to chase down some marlin or sailfish. A day trip to Iguana Island is unforgettable for everyone as the lively critters like to scuttle up to visitors and say hello.

Your private villa is that restful place from which you can plan all of these expeditions, knowing that when you’ve had a full day of thrilling experiences, you get to go home to kick back on your private terrace with a cool drink. 

If you want to get dressed up and sample the high-end restaurants up and down Grace Bay, you will have plenty to choose from. But sometimes, a slow-roasted fish on a barbecue as you listen to the crickets under a star-filled sky is just the perfect end to a perfect day.

Guests with children or teenagers love the freedom of having a private villa with a pool, as it allows the kids to unleash themselves without reference to other guests. After all, that’s what a holiday is all about: letting your hair down, being free and loving life. That’s at the heart of any vacation to the sunny and classy Turks and Caicos.