Coming Attractions

Coming Attractions

The buzz about Turks and Caicos has increased steadily over the last five years, a fact that hasn't missed the ears of developers. Grace Bay, a 12-mi (19-km) stretch of ivory sand on Providenciales, is still a favored location for new properties, including the stunning Regent Grand, a grander version of its sister property, Villa Renaissance. Seven Stars, a seven-story condominium resort, will be taking the destination to new heights, quite literally; because of its height, Seven Stars will have views like no other resort on Grace Bay. At this writing, it was expected to open in 2007. Given the volume of construction, it is worth asking your hotel about nearby construction projects to avoid the noise, dust, and obstructed views that can sometimes result.

Investors are looking beyond this golden north-shore strip. West Caicos, the most westerly cay -- closest to one of the best dive sites around Turks and Caicos -- will be home to Molasses Reef, a resort owned by Ritz-Carlton. On North Caicos, the handful of small guesthouses will be joined by St. Charles, a five-story condominium resort on Horse Stable Beach, and the three-story Royal Reef Resort at Sandy Point. Even South Caicos, the islands' sleepy fishing capital, has new hotels under construction at this writing, including the South Caicos Lodge and the Old Commissioner's House. All of this adds up to more choice for vacationers wanting to explore and be pampered in the very near future.