Their  Private Charter Options are as follows:

a)      Private Half Day Bottom Fishing Charter (Reef Fishing)

b)      Private Full Day Bottom Fishing Charter (Reef Fishing)

c)       Private Deep Sea Fishing Charter

d)      Private Half Day Deep Sea Fishing Charter

e)      Private Half Day Sailing/Snorkeling Trips

f)       Private Sunset Sailing Cruises

g)      Private Full Day Catch and Grill Charters

h)      Private Full day Sailing, Snorkeling, Beach Barbecue

i)        Private Half Day Power Boat Snorkel or Combo Charter

j)        Private Full Day Snorkel/Iguana Island/Beach/Conch Salad on Reef Peepers

k)      Private Half Day Snokle/Iguana Island/Beach/Conch Salad on Reef Peepers

CALL FOR INFORMATION OR TO BOOK YOUR PRIVATE ADVENTURE AT: 1-649-231-4961

The Sky Lounge at the Veranda Resort sits on the rooftop of Marin Restaurant, and is home to some terrific Italian cuisine. It also serves a selection of fresh local seafood.

You can dine under the stars and enjoy a spectacular raised view of Grace Bay.

With multiple choices, you can lounge and listen to the waves at their contemporary ocean front bar or dine at any of the other range of restaurants that the resort offers

From a romantic dinner for two on Valentine’s Dine, to an extended family gathering, the Veranda dining and night life experience should not be missed.

• Princess Drive, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.
• Call for reservations to 649 339 5050

The Alexandra Resort 

946-8200
Mango Reef
Come and take a fresh look at the tropics.
Specializing in fresh local flavors and seafood with a selection of international favorites from our chef is Florent Sourmont. Now beachfront.

Bohio Dive Resort
(Grand Turk)
946-2135
Weekly Foreign a Fare night: every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. Each week different dishes from a different region in the world.
Previous nights have included: Italian, Spanish, English, Indian, Chinese,
Moroccan, South African and Thai.
For details, call 946-2135 or go to www.bohioresort.com

Carambola Grill & Lounge
(at the Airport Inn Hotel)
946-8122
Tuesday: Italian Night
Wednesday: Chess Club
Thursday: Seafood & Steak Night – Enjoy a special menu of succulent steaks and fresh seafood dishes.
Friday: Wine Down after 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: Girls night out- ladies Martinis  price

Fairways Bar & Grill
(at Provo Golf Club)
946-5833
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily on the terrace or in the air conditioned Club House. Healthy daily specials are also available. Open everyday.

Gansevoort Resort
941-7555
Friday: Happy Hour 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. half price off well drinks and live DJ from 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Saturday: Live DJ from 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Wine Down Sundays: Weekly 50% off selected bottles and glasses of wine during dinner.

The Regent Palms
946-8666
Enjoy fine dinning and evening entertainment at Parallel 23 at the Regent Palms Resort:
Wednesday nights: Live Easy Listening entertainment with NaDa from 7:00 p.m.
Friday nights: Live with Craig Archibold: Classic Caribbean & Motown from 7:00 p.m.
Saturday nights: Live with Perry Delancey: Smooth Jazz music from 7:00 p.m.

Seven Stars Resort
941-7777
Cocktail Hour 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. daily.
Thursdays and Saturdays: Live music with NaDa from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Deck:  Sunday Nights Island BBQ & Bonfire on the beach from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Come on out and enjoy Caribbean cuisine with local entertainment.
Also serving cocktails, sundowners and island tapas daily For the ultimate in barefoot luxury, step up from the beach and enjoy a refreshing drink or light snack. Relax and salute the sunset over Grace Bay.
Seven Restaurant: Dine with us you Monday – Saturday and experience a celebration of our worldwide influence on the art of fine food preparation. Every meal will be a reminder of what master chefs are capable of given the rich bounty of our rare spices, fresh seafood and home-grown ingredients.

The Veranda
339-5050
Call to reserve your spot for one of our special theme nights at the Marlin Restaurant; Monday thru Sunday.
Monday: Mexican Night
Tuesday: Italian Buffet
Wednesday: Caribbean Night
Thursday: Chinese
Friday: Mediterranean
Saturday: BBQ Buffet
Sunday: Indian

West Bay Club
946-8550
Thursday: Weekly Foreign a Fare night from 6:30 p.m.Each week features dishes from a different region in the world.
Friday: Happy Hour at the Atlantic Bar and Grill: From 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., enjoy 2-4-1 drink specials!

La Brisas Restaurant & Bar   (Neptune Villas)
946-5306
Fridays & Saturdays: Enjoy weekend specials from 6:30p.m. to 9:30p.m.
Come on out and listen to our live musician  Justice, playing a variety of soft selections.

Grace’s Cottage at Point Grace Resort
946-5096
Monday:  is Seafood Night at Grace’s Cottage with live local music by Corry Forbes.  Come out and enjoy and evening under the stars while you unwind.

Somewhere Cafe & Lounge at Coral Gardens

941-8260

Sundays: Suds on Sunday – $4.00 Beer special all day!
Mondays: Margarita Mondays – $5.00 Cuervo Margaritas on the Rocks – all day.
Tuesdays: Turks Head Tuesdays – $3.00 Turks Head beers all day.
Fridays: Live music by Sally Greenwood!
Everyday: Happy Hour: 2 for 1 beers, $4 wells/rails and $6 Sangria/Wine. One hour before sunset, Two hours after sunset (during day light savings
time).

Danny Bouys
946-5921
Tuesday: Karaoke from 9pm and Monster Vodka $7
Wednesday: Fish Fry on the Patio $15.95 and LIVE Music from 6pm-9pm followed by DJ UnkleEL from 10pm
Friday: Bowen Arrow LIVE of the Patio from 9pm
Sunday: Pat Riel LIVE on the Patio from 7pm-10pm

What’s hot and happening in the TCI

February 3

Kidz Zumba

The Bowen Dance Academy is hosting a Zumba Fitness class for kids from grades 2 and up at the Graceway Sports Centre starting 4:30 – 6 p.m. The high energy fitness class will show kids that exercising can be fun! Bowen Dance Academy students pay $10 per class and $15 for non-students. Snacks and drinks provided. All participants are asked to bring a $3.00 donation for the OOH Uterine Cancer Alternative Therapy Fund.

February 4

Yoga with David Bowen

Start the year off right for your mind, body and soul. Join yoga guru David Bowen’s yoga classes every Saturday at the Graceway Sports Centre starting January from 9.00am to 10.00am. Fee: $10 per person per session. Location: large lounge (upstairs). Namaste!

Provo Primary Yard Sale

Stop by the Provo Primary Yard Sale from  9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and find great deals on clothing, household items, nick nacks and so much more!
Held at Provo Primary School located behind behind the Graceway Sports Center. If you would like to rent a table call Karina 231-7187.

February 5

Superbowl XLVI at The Regent Palms

Attention all Football Fans! The only place to be for Super Bowl XLVI on Feb. 5th is The Regent Palms! Join us as we transfer our Courtyard into a Super Bowl extravaganza, complete with a BIG screen, Super Bowl jackpots, buckets of beer and a tasty tapas menu. Pregame starts at 5:20pm, kick off at 6:20pm. Patriots VS. Giants. See you at The Regent Palms!

Save the date!

February 11

TCFAF Hopelessly Romantic II

Another Culinary Competition with our local chefs, another fantastic evening of romantic songs from our local singers, great music, food and ambience.
Performers for this event include  Wendy Hayward on piano, and such artists as Alan Lenathen and Herbie Swann, Janardo LaPorte and his saxophone, as well as the amazing voices of Cora Malcolm, Candy Barotti, Julian Garland, David Been, Addison Stoddard, Cristina Zaccheo, Josie Smith, David & Shara Bowen, Barbara Johnson, Brentford Handfield, Marvin Handfield, Brusnite Jean Louis & Brenice Brown, Shelby Burant, Patrick Riel, O’Brien Forbes, Ryesha Higgs & Phoebe Twigg. This is a TCFAF’s membership drive. For more information contact Barbara Pankhurst atbstrogatz@aol.com .

11th Annual Valentine’s Day Cup on Middle Caicos

Come and celebrate the day on Middle Caicos! Learn about this fantastic traditional sport, try out your skills, enjoy local cooking! For more information emailmiddlecaicos@tciway.tc and visit www.middlecaicos.biz.

February 4

Grace Bay Market

Stop by the Grace Bay Market next Saturday from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., and every second Saturday of the month. There you will be tempted by an array of Turks and Caicos arts and crafts, healthy cuisine and local flora and you’ll be able to meet the artists and growers, discuss their work while purchasing unique handmade items, knowing that a portion of what you spend will go to a local charity.

February 18

Turks & Caicos Reef Fundraiser

Support the Turks & Caicos Reef Fund at their fundraiser held at The Veranda from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Light hors d’ouvres served, silent auction and a cash bar. Enter to win the Grand Raffle Prize, a 2 night stay at Parrot Cay. Call David Stone 346 3111 for tickets. Tickets are $30 per person.

March 11

Daylight savings time

Finally enjoy more of the sunshine when we spring our clocks forward an hour.

March 29 – April 1

2nd Annual Wine Cellar Annual Fishing & Golf Tournament

Have fun for a good cause, on the 29th March through 1st April 2012, the  Wine Cellar will be hosting the second annual Wine Cellar Golf & Fishing Tournament. The fishing tournament will take place at the Turtle Cove Marina, where it’s a race for the biggest catch. Then its on to the Provo Golf Club where those who sink the most will come out ahead. For more information, visit www.wcgft.com.

1. Valentine’s Day Cup

Islanders and tourists are invited to Middle Caicos on Feb. 11 to join the Middle Caicos Sailing Association in celebrating their annual Model Sailboat Race. The cultural event promises to entertain spectators with more music, more prizes and more fun than previous years.

The Valentines Day Cup originated 12 years ago with local residents to help promote and encourage the traditional Turks and Caicos Islands hand carved model sailboats.

In addition to the exciting boat races, this year the event will host a cookout, live music and loads of prizes and giveaways. So pack that cooler, sunscreen and hop on the ferry and join your community at Bambarra for a day of history, culture and fun!

For more information, to get involved as a volunteer or to sponsor a boat contact middlecaicos.tci@gmail.com , or call Daniel Forbes at 232-6132 or Sara Kaufman at 231-4884.

2. Super Bowl XLVI

One of the biggest sporting events in North America will take place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana but many local establishments will be holding Super Bowl Parties for Islanders to cheer on their favorite team!

The Regent Palms will be transforming their Courtyard into a Super Bowl extravaganza, complete with a BIG screen, Super Bowl jackpots, buckets of beer and a tasty tapas menu. Pregame starts at 5:20pm.

But if you prefer to stay at home to watch the game it will be broadcast on NBC and kick-off is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Eastern.

3. Family Day
Everyone knows you don’t need a designated day to spend with your family but Feb. 20 is TCI’s designated Family Day across the islands.

Make an extra effort on this day to spend time with your loved ones and to show them how special and important they are.

Enjoy this family day with some of the following quality time activities and try to incorporate them into your life on a regular basis:

• Dining in – Get the entire family involved in cooking the family dinner together. Create the menu together and set aside a cooking task for each member of the family. Not only will everyone feel accomplished but the meal will taste even more delicious!
• Exercise Together – Take a walk on the beach when it’s warm, play indoor hopscotch when it’s not. One of the healthiest things to do as a family is to exercise every day, regardless of the weather. You don’t have to sign up for a family boot camp. Just find simple ways to keep your family active indoors or out. Everyone gets moving and the time together helps your family bond.
• Play together – This is a great way for families to unwind from their daily routines and stresses. Whether you gather the family together to play your favorite board game, make unique crafts or to shoot some hoops. Make time in your day to enjoy each others company.
• Laugh together – The dog just made himself a bed in the piles of baby laundry you need to fold. Dinner is supposed to be on the table in 10 minutes but the meat’s still frozen. Your youngest just reminded you the school needs 48 cupcakes first thing in the morning. The only thing separating your chaotic life from a sitcom is the laugh track. Bust that stress when you laugh with your family every day. Tell a knock-knock joke. Start a tickle fight. Laugh for no reason. Research shows laughter really is the best medicine. Besides, who doesn’t want to hear those tiny shrieks of laughter from their favorite people in the world?

4. Sunday Brunch at Fairways Bar & Grill

Head down to Fairways Bar & Grill for a delicious brunch prepared by Chef Lauren.

Try the scrumptious Eggs Benedict or maybe the Smoked Salmon Omelette and Bloody Mary’s are only $3 each before noon. So bring your family or meet your friends at Fairway Bar & Grill and start your Sunday off right.

Brunch served every weekend from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call 946-5833 for reservations.

5. Go Green

It’s a great time to become more eco-conscious and to apply green living strategies to your everyday life. Remember to turn off the water while you are brushing your teeth and turn off the lights when you leave the room. Not only will you get into an eco-friendly routine, those green habits will save you money on your water and electric bills.

Don’t forget to bring your reusable shopping bags when shopping for groceries and if see any discarded plastic or garbage at some of the islands “Beautiful by Nature’ spots make sure you take that extra effort to dispose of it properly.

Courtesy FP TCI

Searching for the true beauty of the Turks and Caicos? Reef Peepers has the local knowledge and the years of experience to take you on the trip of a lifetime aboard their 40-foot power catamaran, the glass-bottom Reef Peeper, or their 48-foot sailing catamaran, the elegant Island Magic.

Glass-Bottom Reef Peeper Tours

Climb aboard the Reef Peeper and prepare to be whisked away to sights unseen. Indulge yourself with a tour along the north coast of the island of Providenciales. You’ll discover beautiful uninhabited cays and visit pristine reefs far off the beaten path. Choose whatever adventure your heart desires, such as a half-day snorkeling and glass-bottom boat tour, or a romantic sunset cruises, to simply a private charter all your own.

The Reef Peeper is a 40-foot power catamaran, custom-built in 2003 and powered by twin 150 horsepower outboard engines. The dual hulls of our catamaran mean stability and smooth cruising in almost any seas. We’ve tailored our operation to put your mind at ease. Their boat is outfitted with state-of the-art navigation and safety equipment. They are fully licensed and insured, and staff their boat with a highly trained and certified crew.

With Captain Santo and First Mate Luke at the helm, you’ll appreciate the comfort and spaciousness of the boat as your worries slip away. To get you in the spirit of the Turks and Caicos, they’ll pump the beat of Caribbean rhythms through the sound system as you glide just a few feet above one of the world’s most spectacular coral reefs. Given the boat’s two see-through Plexiglass hulls, guests will have a front-row seat to view the magnificent coral reef and marine life beneath them.

For day tours,  enjoy the opportunity to snorkel, swim, dive for conch, collect shells, and soak in the Caribbean sun. For  evening tours, participants will see spectacular sunsets and breathtaking sightseeing along the north shore of Provo.

All tours include tasty snacks, refreshing beverages, and exceptional service. There’s no better way to experience the Turks and Caicos than aboard the Reef Peeper. Reserve online.

Island Magic Catamaran Tours

Their 48-foot, world-class catamaran, the Island Magic, is a world unto itself. With the sails billowing overhead and the tradewinds caressing your face, you’ll quickly understand why the Island Magic offers the perfect escape from the daily grind. The catamaran has both sun and shaded space, as well ample space to stretch out. It’s also fully equipped for your enjoyment and easy access to the water, regardless of age or agility.

To join Reef Peepers aboard Island Magic for a half-day snorkeling tour or to arrange a private charter of your own for a wedding, family reunion, business outing, or other special event. Reserve online.

If you’re looking for an authentic, unforgettable gift to take home to family and friends, or that perfect bottle of rum, wine or champagne while here, be sure to visit FOTTAC, aka Flavors of the Turks and Caicos.

Aside from a wonderful array of locally make products, their Bambarra Rum cakes are mouth-watering great!!

(located right on Grace Bay Road next to Caicos Adventures and across the street from Saltmills Plaza)

By Anthea Gerrie

Anyone can stick up a shack on the sand, stock it with beers and call it a beach bar.

But what makes a great beach bar?

It could be the sand-in-your-toes factor, or the washing and hissing of the waves nearby, or the sunsets or the people you meet.

But the truth is there’s no formula, no magic ingredients that will guarantee a place in a list of the world’s best beach bars.

We’ve included spots that range from the chic and the elite with smooth lines and mesmerizing cocktail waiters, to the haphazard, thrown-together shacks constructed from scavenged driftwood.

The only thing these places have in common is that once you’ve been, you inevitably start planning to get back there someday, somehow….

29. Da Conch Shack, Provo, Turks and Caicos, B.W.I.

Postcard perfect — the only stamp you need is in your passport.

With more seafood than you can stare at and more rum than you can throw up, Da Conch Shack in Provo, Turks and Caicos stakes a solid claim for the greatest beach bar in the British West Indies.

They’ll pull conch right out of the sea and slice it up for you there and then, they’ll keep pouring you rums till you beg them to stop and they’ll even serve a great grilled jerk chicken dish, if you overload on fresh seafood.

It’s unpretentious, fun, and casual, and for an island that’s not overrun with places to choose from, the prices aren’t too stepp either.

Blue Hills Road, Provo, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies;            +649 946 8877 ; www.conchshack.tc

Tired of  bulky coats, hats, scarves and winter boots?

For the winter season, American Airlines has 3 daily flights from Miami and one a day from New York’s JFK. Direct flights are also available from Boston on Saturdays.

Delta offers 6-times a week service from Atlanta (no Tuesday flight), plus a second flight on Saturdays.

US Airways offers daily flights from Charlotte, and will add a second daily flight from hat city in February. Direct flights are also available from Boston and Philadelephia on Saturdays and Sundays.

Air Canada has direct flights from Toronto on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays,  from Montreal on Thursdays and Ottawa on Mondays.

The Turks and Caicos Islands currently have 2 full service international airports,  Providenciales and Grand Turk, and limited entry facilities in North and South Caicos.  All other islands have domestic airports except for East and West Caicos, which are uninhabited.

Provo Airport:
Airport Code: PLS
Latitude: N 21°15′ .6
Longitude: W 72°46′.7
(17° MBPV PLS N21 46.4 WO72 16.0 F-4, Jet A-1. 1100 – 2300)

Most visitors fly into Providenciales upon entry to the islands and then can easily take a commuter flight to the other islands. It is a modern, full service facility that welcomes dozens of international flights every week from North America, Europe and other Caribbean Islands. It is also the gateway to the rest of the Turks & Caicos Islands. Check the airport web site for up to date flight schedules and route maps.

Vistors from the US are reminded that effective Janaury 8, 2007, all US citizens visiting the Caribbean must be in possession of a valid US passport.

All visitors arriving via international flights and connecting to any of our other islands through Providenciales must first clear immigration and customs and claim baggage at PLS before making the connection through the domestic departure area at the Provo Airport.

For a list of countries that does not require a visa to visit Turks & Caicos –click here

Flying times from major cities with direct flights serving Providenciales:

Private pilots can make use of full service FBO facilities in Provo through the Provo Air Center or SkyBase.

Grand Turk (GDT) ( 13° MBGT GDT N21 26.7 WO71 08.t Jet A-1 1100-0100 JASU) is our country’s capital and its international airport is served by scheduled daily flights from Providenciales/PLS on Air Turks & Caicosand by charter on Global Airways. Flying time is approximately 30 minutes. The airport offers full international entry and departures services, as well as a restaurant/bar, ground transportation, tourist information, and a full-service FBO for private planes.

 Courtesy of TCIMall