Alexandra Resort in Turks and Caicos welcomes a new leadership team, including a new General Manager, Assistant General Manager, and Executive Chef. These appointments coincide with a major renovation project, set to be completed by the resort’s grand reopening on October 16, 2024.
Turks and Caicos, renowned for its pristine beaches and luxury accommodations, has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming a debt-free nation through strategic tourism development. Minister Josephine Connolly reveals how the islands have leveraged their natural beauty and luxury offerings to attract visitors, generate substantial revenue, and create a sustainable economy. From its iconic Grace Bay Beach to the world-class diving opportunities at Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos offers a diverse range of experiences for travelers of all ages and interests. The nation’s commitment to responsible development, coupled with its strategic market expansion and focus on sustainability, ensures that Turks and Caicos will remain a premier destination for luxury travelers and adventurers for years to come.
The Turks and Caicos Islands have strategically enhanced their tourism industry by implementing a visa-free entry policy for citizens of 59 countries, making travel significantly easier and more accessible for international visitors. This move, which covers major tourism markets like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, is attracting a growing number of holidaymakers, business travelers, and corporate groups, leading to increased tourism revenue and economic growth.
Turks and Caicos is experiencing a tourism boom with record-breaking air and cruise arrivals, high occupancy rates, and new luxury resort development. The US remains the top source of visitors, with Turks and Caicos ranking as the most searched destination on Google Flights for American couples and families.
Grace Bay Resorts, a leading developer in Turks and Caicos, has announced its new luxury residential project, The Point. This exquisite development, situated alongside the acclaimed Point Grace resort, features a range of residences, from private casitas to penthouses, offering residents unparalleled luxury and amenities.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global leader in hospitality, has announced plans to expand its Caribbean portfolio with a trio of luxury and lifestyle hotels on the pristine Grace Bay Beach in Turks and Caicos. Slated for a 2027 opening, this multi-brand development will include InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, and Hotel Indigo, marking the company’s debut for all three brands on the sought-after island destination.
An Oklahoma man, Ryan Watson, could face up to 12 years in prison in the British overseas territory of Turks and Caicos after customs officials discovered a bag of bullets in his luggage. Despite claiming it was an accidental mistake, Watson and his wife were detained and charged with possession of ammunition. The wife has been allowed to return home after the charges were dropped against her, but Watson remains in custody. This incident highlights the strict gun laws enforced in the Turks and Caicos Islands, where the mandatory minimum prison sentence for bringing guns or ammunition is 12 years.
