Turks and Caicos Holiday Planning

We are back to normal on the island of Providenciales and although many hotels and restaurants are taking their well deserved breaks right now, they will be gearing up for a busy new season beginning in November.

The children around the world are back at school after the summer break, and autumn / fall will soon be upon those living in temperate climates so maybe now is the time to begin planning the winter holiday so you have something to look forward to as the nights draw in.

There is no better place to enjoy the winter months than in Turks and Caicos.

The weather is beautiful and the beaches are stunning, so it's a great place to recharge your batteries and dream of that vacation home in the sun...

We have many for you to choose from, to suit all tastes and pockets; villas with private beaches, penthouses with all facilities at your finger tips, luxurious condominiums in beach resorts, land to build your dream home - you name it, we can probably can show you.

It's a favourite destination for the rich and famous where they can be left alone to enjoy freedom from the press and fans so don't expect a bargain, but your investment will grow significantly as the islands become better known.

Deep sea fishing, scuba diving, island hopping for romantic picnic lunches on deserted beaches are some of the very best reasons to have your break away from real life...

So look at my website to get a flavour of what's on offer (there's lots more) and remember I am eager to help buyers meet their individual aspirations and I will do my very best for each one of you.

http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

Just a thought for you British ladies.

A very good friend of ours from UK asked to come and stay for a second time in the year. She had enjoyed herself so much in the summer that instead of going to Europe skiing in the New year, she opted for the sun in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
She is a very successful business woman who owns her own recruitment company and recently went through a divorce after twenty years of marriage…anyhow, I was thinking about her and several other women of independent means who I know well, who have found themselves on their own and feeling low because the children have grown and flown the nest.
The good news is that she is beginning to do things that she would never have done in her past life, like travel long distances alone to visit us.
Before going into real estate, I wondered if ladies alone for whatever reason, knew about this island and if they felt confident to travel here,they would realise what a friendly, fun place it is;somewhere where they could be themselves for a while or even find themselves!I think my friend is a great advertisement for the place and it cheers me to see how happy she is when she is here.
Turks and Caicos Islands is an overseas British dependent territory with the American dollar and British road rules.
When my friend returned here for her New Year holiday, she was greeted by all our friends like a long lost family member and soon slotted straight back into our social life (which was hectic being holiday time).She forgot to feel sorry for herself and I forgot she had to go home and earn a living!
She called me last night and said she was coming back again in the summer and bringing her sons to learn to dive. I think it’s about time she bit the bullet and bought her own place!
So the conclusion is that being alone and coming here for a break is a good idea. Even better is buying your own little place to escape to, but for the time being, why not come over and check it out?We have beautiful hotels and villas to rent, restaurants to suit every palate, safe beaches with no beach vendors, lots of people who will give you a warm welcome and it’s English speaking so forget the phrase book.
Call me when you are arriving just to say Hi and that you got this brilliant idea from my blog!!You won’t regret it…see you soon

A VERY good reason to come to Turks and Caicos

I have had a very busy ten days working here in the Turks and Caicos but do not feel sorry for me. I have enjoyed being out of the office.
It beats being stuck at the computer when there are so many wonderful people to meet and so much talking to do!

When I was asked to go to a home on Bristol Hill, Providenciales to meet the owner from California, I could not get in the car quick enough.

When my husband and I arrived in Turks and Caicos five years ago and were orientating ourselves, we discovered this part of the island.
We fell in love with it and in particular, Bristol Hill.

Having lived all over the island, this particular area draws me back every time.

You feel like you are miles away from anywhere but you're not. The views are out of this world.
It's a very desirable area with some of the most neighbourly people I have ever met.

But, back to the visit...I drove up the gravel drive and could not see a lot but as I walked up the pathway and to the huge ornate metal doors, I realised that I was in for a surprise.

It is built on the hillside, overlooking the South Shore. Villa Roi Soleil's owners designed it for themselves and as they showed me around, I saw how creative they had been.

Lots of interesting levels, privacy for all guests, large spaces for parties, dining overlooking the ocean and an infinity pool that looks like it meets the ocean.
The villa has been built to optimise on the ocean view which you don't want to stop looking at -it's stunning.

The self contained guest apartment has its own little balcony seating area overlooking the sea.
Every room in the main house and the pool and bbq area has a full sea view .Even the kitchen sink overlooks the pool and sea - not much washing of dishes then as the view is mesmorising.

This property lends itself to vacationers wanting a "getaway from it "( well, except that view). Then I imagined full time occupiers there. I was thinking "I hope the new owners do not work, as leaving this place each day would be difficult!"

We then walked down the winding path to the private beach and the warm, turquoise water. The owner told me she had spent many a happy hour kayaking to the little islands (called cays here). "You can snorkel amongst the little coral reefs there and discover an abundance of exotic sea life " she said.
Although very tempting to get in the water, I had my skirt and high heels on( in work mode) A pity as it was such a hot day and already I felt right at home!

This property has not been on the market before and at the moment they are investing in a complete refurbishment from the contents of the kitchen cupboards to the painting of all exterior and interior walls, the pool and the landscaping.

I did wonder if they may change their minds and decide not to sell; it has that feel good factor - a real home, but one lucky purchaser is going to find them agreeing to a sale.
It could be you if you want to come to the Turks and Caicos Islands and check it out - you won't be disappointed.

In the meantime take a look at the photos on my website and see what I am talking about.
Note that as the refurbishment progresses, I will replace some pictures on the site.