#turks-and-caicos

#turks-and-caicos

Rock iguanas once roamed freely across the islands of Turks and Caicos. Spotting one today, however, requires a bit of planning-and a boat ride. After centuries of hunting and the introduction of predators, the reptiles suffered a steep population decline and were classified as "critically endangered" in the 1970s. Today, things are looking slightly better for the green lizards, and in 2020, their classification was upgraded to simply "endangered." But that doesn't mean it's all smooth sailing for the iguanas.

Long before Turks and Caicos was the backdrop for bikini-clad influencers, Kardashians on catamarans, and Netflix dating shows, my family purchased a condo on its main island, Providenciales. This beachside escape from my already beachy hometown of Naples, Florida, was a welcome respite from the intense crowds that flocked to the Gulf like a pack of seagulls on a stray French fry.

Relaxation isn't my strong suit. I'm wired to go nonstop and make the most out of each trip, vacation or not. So when I stepped onto my suite's private balcony at Blue Haven Resort, overlooking picture-perfect turquoise waters, and took a deep breath of the warm sea air, I felt that relaxing in peace and tranquility might be possible. I had just arrived in the Turks and Caicos,

Salt Cay, Turks and Caicos, is a unique 2.9-square-mile island renowned for its rich history and culture, where adventure meets relaxation in a tranquil setting.

The body found in Turks and Caicos over a week ago has been identified as Brian Tarrence, an American who went missing while vacationing there.

Brittany Mahomes shared a glimpse of her tropical getaway to Turks and Caicos, featuring moments with friends, stunning outfits, and celebrations for a friend's milestone birthday.