Turks and Caicos History

Before Christopher Columbus set foot on Grand Turk in 1492,Turks and Caicos was inhabited by Taino and Lucayan Indians. Their heritage including seafaring, salt raking and farming still lingers today. For almost 700 years they were the only residents on the islands, mainly in Middle Caicos and Grand Turk. They were skilled in farming, fishing and gardening, cultivating almost 50 types of plants some still found in undeveloped areas. After Columbus’ arrival, the Lucayan civilization disappeared and the islands were sparsely populated for about 30 years. During that time, a salt making industry developed and Bermudians came to Turks and Caicos to rake salt and take it back to Bermuda.
In 1706 the French and Spanish briefly captured Turks and Caicos from the Bermudians. By the end of the century, Britain retained the islands as part of the Treaty of Versailles. In 1766, it became part of the Bahamas colony and in 1874 Turks and Caicos became dependent to the British Crown Colony of Jamaica. When Jamaica won independence from Britain in 1962, Turks and Caicos became a Bristish Crown colony on its own and is still one today. By the 1980s, Turks and Caicos along with Providenciales where the Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort is located, became the ultimate tourist destination.

Getting To Seven Stars

The island of Providenciales in Turks and Caicos is really close to major states in the U.S. and most major airlines fly to our beautiful island every day. American Airlines for example had three daily flights from Miami just this past Winter season. New York’s JFK airport had one flight every day and Boston had direct flight on Saturdays. Delta offered flights to the sunny island six times a week from Atlanta. US Airways and Air Canada also had plenty of flights available. Turks and Caicos has two full-service international airports, one in Providenciales where the luxury Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort is and one in Grand Turk. The other islands have domestic airports except for East and West Caicos because they’re uninhabited. Flying time is short from many U.S. states. For example, from Boston, Providenciales is a 3 hours and 15 minutes flight. From New York, it’s three hours away, from Philadelphia, it’s two hours and forty five minutes away and from Atlanta, it’s two hours away. So if you’re interested in warming up your toes in our beautiful sandy beaches and staying in our five star Seven Stars resort, remember you’re closer than you think.

Avoid Check-in Fees When You Travel To Seven Stars

Most airlines these days are charging many fees, from check-in fees, to baggage fees to pillow and blanket fees and more. And travelers are complaining about it and trying to find ways to escape these fees, like packing only a carry on instead of an entire piece of luggage. A recent survey by Consumer Reports reported that baggage and added fees were the top complaints by Americans. Even the Department of Transportation is getting involved. They’re trying to get airlines to better disclose baggage fees to passengers. If you’re thinking of visiting us in Turks and Caicos, Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort has tips for you to lower or avoid the baggage fees altogether. Try paying the fees online, you might save money because sometimes at the airport, these fees are higher. Check in two suitcases instead of one that’s heavy, because if a bag is overweight, you’ll also get charged. So if you’re coming to Seven Stars Hotel in Providenciales with your spouse, you should each pack your won suitcase. If you’re just packing a carry-on, make sure it’s light, because if it’s too big or too heavy, you’ll get charged.

Happy Father’s Day in Turks and Caicos

So Father’s Day is fast approaching and of course there are many things you can do for dear old dad to celebrate a day all for him. There are ties and dress shirts and picture frames and everything in between, but what about offering dad a chance to make new memories and enjoy a little bit of relaxation on the beaches of Grace Bay in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. Give dad a present he’ll love on Father’s Day. The sun, the sand and the sea. There are plenty of water sports he can enjoy, comfortable accommodations with rooms with stunning views and delicious food at the Seven Stars Resort in Grace Bay Beach.

Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel has a magnificent swimming pool to spend lazy days in, just floating about. The only heated salt-water pool on the island is the centerpiece of this luxurious Turks and Caicos hotel. It’s very close to the ocean and attended by a very helpful staff that will assist your dad with refreshments and even sorbet. A trip to Grace bay beach and a stay at the Seven Stars Resort in Providenciales is really an amazing Happy Father's Day gift. However, we're not so sure how you're going to top that gift next year's holiday.

Travel Size

Memorial Day Weekend is here and so is the busy summer travel season. Lots of you will be flying to visit us at the luxurious Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort in Turks and Caicos. You’ll need to remember all of the airport security rules from the TSA and know whether to check in your bags or not. The one easy and general rule of thumb is the three one one rule. This means you have to make sure than when you’re packing your suitcase to go on vacation that the liquids your carrying are about three ounces or smaller and stored in a one quart clear bag to avoid any delays in the security line. If you have delays this can make your traveling experience very stressful because you’ll be running around to not miss your flight, especially if you’re departure flight to Turk and Caicos is in a large airport. You can also try just buying toiletries in travel size so you don’t have to worry about measurements. But don’t worry, once you arrive to Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel, you’ll be relaxing and unwinding throughout your stay. You’ll experience unparalleled customer service with everyone of your wished attended to.

Escape Increased Airfare. Come To Seven Stars Hotel Now

Now may be a great time to come and visit us at the Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort in Turks and Caicos and indulge in the very best accommodations and hotel amenities because, according to a article on Walletpop.com, fuel surcharges are likely to push airfare higher to compensate for the 25% increase in airline gas prices by this summer. Major carriers flying domestic and international routes paid $2.18 for a gallon of gas for the first three months of the year, which is the highest price since oil spiked in 2008. The last time travelers paid these fees was in 2008 when most carriers added $100 surcharge to a roundtrip base ticket. Right now airfare is already 22% higher than it was a year ago, and by this summer for the months of June, July and August, airfare will be around %75 a ticket more than last summer. So now’s your time. Your time to relax, your time to go on vacation and still take advantage of the lower airfare prices, plus you’ll escape the tourist crowds. Come visit Providenciales and benefit from the crystal clear waters, warm sands and beautiful weather. Our Grace Bay beach resort has a lot to offer from a salt water pool to delicious gourmet food from breakfast to dinner, not to mention comfortable and luxurious variety of rooms.

Seven Stars Was My Dream Vacation

Staying at the Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort was truly a dream. I was such in need of relaxation. I’ve been working on a huge marketing campaign at work that involved such intricate details and leading a team of 8 people and getting ready for them to pitch the idea to our client. Anyhow, a vacation in Turks and Caicos is exactly what the doctor ordered. I went with a very close friend of mine who also wanted to get away for a little while and we had the best time. Grace Beach was beautiful. The accommodations at Seven Stars hotel were so nice and comfortable. It was really great not to do too much, just lounge around, read magazines and catch up on some girl talk. Sometimes that’s all you need in order to refresh and reboot for the next upcoming work weeks. I wanted to personally thank the entire staff at the luxurious Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort for making this vacation very relaxing for me and for the amazing service they provided for my friends and I. Thanks a lot, I will definitely be coming back to Turks and Caicos very soon. This testimonial was by Joy R. Los Brooklyn, NY.

From Grace Bay to Other Turks and Caicos hotspots

Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales is a great tourism destination because it’s close to many other parts of Turks and Caicos, which is a network of about 40 islands. So if you stay at Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort, you’ll have the chance to not only enjoy the clear, blue waters and white sandy stretch of Grace Bay Beach but also you’ll be a quick flight ( some short as 15 minutes) away from other hotspots in Turks and Caicos. You’ll also get to indulge in a world-class spa and fine dining. Here’s a quick description at some of the popular spots: Great Turk (the Capital) and Salt Cay has Colonial charm with historical architecture and some of the best scuba diving in the world. Middle Caicos and North Caicos are known for their eco-tourism attractions and they’re one of the largest cave networks in the Caribbean. South Caicos is the fishing hotspot. In fact, that’s where that the lobster and conch are exported from. So, come stay with Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel and enjoy all of the wonders Turks and Caicos has to offer.

Grace Bay Beach Adventures

When you come to stay at the modern luxury suites of Seven Stars Grace bay Resort, not only will you enjoy the wonderful stretch of beach, beautiful weather and comfortable accommodations, you’ll also get a chance to experience spectacular adventures. Grace Bay is one of the locations that Big Blue operates in. Not only are they a full-service dive shop, Big Blue also offers eco-adventure tours and charter trips in which tourists can combine kayaking, hiking, kiteboarding, snorkeling and scuba diving as part of the fun. You’ll get the opportunity to explore the island and cays above and under water. Depending on the activities you choose you’ll get to visit different places, all equally beautiful. From Princess Alexandra Nature Reserve to Little Water Cay to Mangrove Cay to Wade’s Green Plantation and so much more. Turks and Caicos really has plenty of natural beauty all around and a trip to Grace Bay beach in Providenciales is a great way to experience all of it. Big Blue typically entertains smaller groups for a more personal approach. Come stay at Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel for the adventure of your life.

Chase Away Winter Blues

Come to where it’s hot, sunny and beautiful year round. It’s Turks and Caicos, it’s Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel. You’ll love it here and most importantly, you won’t have to deal with the cold, the snow, the shoveling your driveway or thawing out your car in the morning. Seriously though, the winter can definitely put you in a ‘funk’. Come feel better as you lay out in the sun, catch up on your reading and just relax for a little while. A few days off can make a world of difference. You’ll return rested, refreshed and ready to face the next few weeks of winter. Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort has wonderful Grace Bay Beach views, comfortable oceanview and gardenview suites, delicious dining and everything in between to get you to relax and in a good mood. You can indulge in the tropical ambiance and carefree attitude all around you. Seven Start Grace Bay Resort is really a great way to put the pause on winter. Just grab a comfortable nonstop flight to Turks and Caicos and leave the boots and winter coat behind. Pack your toothbrush, bathing suit, sunglasses and SPF and get ready to totally indulge in all the perks that come standard with staying at the luxurious Seven Stars accommodations. See you on the beach!

How To Pack Before You Come To Grace Bay

So when you’re ready to come visit us at the Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel, these little tips will get you through the lines at the airport faster and with less stress. Don’t overpack electronics in your checked baggage when possible. If you need to pack film, it should go in your carry-on. Don’t wrap gifts, because if a security officer needs to inspect your bag, they’ll have to unwrap it. If you need to bring hair products, toothpaste and other toiletries, you can buy them travel-sized and place them in your carry-on in a plastic clear bag. As far as coats and jackets are concerned, especially if you’re coming from a cold place, put them in your checked baggage because they need to go through the x-ray machine. Also, when packing, make sure you pack everything in an organized way and in layers. It’s easier for inspector to see what’s in your bag. You’ll get through the lines and faster to Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort by dressing correctly too. No heavy jewelry, keys, loose change, cell phones all of that will set off the alarm when you pass through the metal detector. The same goes for belt buckles, hair barrettes, even some body piercings.

I Miss The Seven Stars Resort

Turks and Caicos is such a dreamy destination, the sun, the sand, the sea, the palm trees, and the weather doesn’t get better than that. All you want to do is lay out in the sun, get comfortable on your beach towel and doze off while the sun rays caress your skin. My vacation at the Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort was awesome. I spend entire afternoons relaxing by the salt-water pool too, listening to music on my ipod and applying and reapplying my sunscreen. Just writing about Grace Bay makes me want to be there all over again. It was so peaceful and quiet and the service at the Seven Stars Hotel was great too. The entire staff helped whenever they can, all I needed or wanted I just asked for and got, it really couldn’t have been a better vacation. I had packed so many clothes thinking I would change outfits a lot, but I ended up just relaxing and being so casual the whole time. The two things I did wear a lot was my bathing suit and flip-flops. Now that I’m back in the snow, I would do anything to be back at Grace Bay beach in the Provo. This testimonial was by Allison B., Chicago, IL

Documents Needed To Enter Turks and Caicos

So you planned your much needed vacation, you bought those few extra resort clothes and even loaded up on the SPF. You made your Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel reservations, got your oceanview room and even checked in with the concierge to find out about the water sports available on Grace Bay beach. But did you think about what kind of documents you’ll need to enter the beautiful island of Turks and Caicos? Don’t worry, the British territories of Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Montserrat, and the Turks and Caicos islands only require American tourists to have passports not visas. They’ll also ask you to have return or continuing trip tickets so make sure to have these. Montserrat and the Turks and Caicos islands also have an airport departure tax. Now you can relax, all you need is a passport to travel to Turks and Caicos and stay in the luxurious Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort. But remember if you’re only passing through Turks and Caicos, staying a few days and then heading to another island, that other island might need you to present a visa because every island has different requirements and laws. So find out what type of documentation you might need before you head out to relax. That way you’ll truly be relaxing and not stuck and surprised in an airport somewhere.

Try SNUBA in Providenciales

SNUBA is a unique water diving experience somewhere in between scuba diving and snorkeling. It’s fun for couples, families and ids over the age of eight. It’s kind of like snorkeling with a 20-ft snorkel that water can’t get into and you don’t have to come back up for air. SNUBA is possible by having a diving tank on a SNUBA raft that stays on the surface. You’ll be breathing the same was a scuba diver would. To SNUBA, you don’t need long lessons in the pool, you can be enjoying the marine life underwater in half an hour. In Providenciales, that means you have a chance to encounter lobsters, crabs, stingrays, turtles, eagle rays, coral reefs and more.

If you’re in Providenciales in Turks and Caicos to experience SNUBA, you’ll have to also spend some time in the luxurious accommodations of Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort. Enjoy the white sandy stretch of beach, the relaxing atmosphere, a world-class spa and a heated swimming pool. Seven Stars Hotel in Grace Bay has wonderful suites, all different in size, but all just as luxurious and stylish. Some oceanfront, some with a garden view. Expect flat screen televisions, DVD players, ceiling fans, air conditioning, complimentary internet and bath amenities.

Get Married at Seven Stars Resort

Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales, on the north side of Turks and Caicos, with its 12-mile stretch of powdery-white sand and clear aqua water have travelers from around the world flocking there. People come to Grace Bay to relax, to renew their vows, celebrate their anniversaries, get married and a host of other romantic occasions. The beautiful setting of sun, sand and sea really makes an impressive backdrop for pictures. It’s easy to see why people come here.

Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort is a beautiful place to get married, a storybook setting if you will. Our professional staff will take care of all the little details to make your wedding as special as can be. We’ll plan the entire experience from reception, to the wedding cake, to creating a menu and arranging a day at the spa for the happy couple. Plus, when all the festivities of the night are over and the vows have been said, you’ll get to enjoy Turks and Caicos’ Grace Bay for your honeymoon. The beach, the sun, the heated pool, the coral reefs, the gourmet food and more. Staying at Seven Stars Resort is a great way for you two to start your life together, please let our Seven Stars wedding department make the celebration happen for you. Give us a toll-free call at 866-570-7777.

Turks and Caicos Weather

When you’re planning a beach vacation, it’s important to plan according to the weather. You’ll want to make sure to go during the warm climate so you can enjoy endless days of sun and sea. The Turks and Caicos weather is sunny and warm with a cool easterly sea breeze that’s always welcomed and refreshing. The weather here is generally warmer than other Caribbean islands with an average temperature of 83 degrees Fahrenheit or 28 degrees Celsius, with warmer summers and cooler winters. The water temperature is also comfortable and warm so it’s perfect for snorkeling, diving or just floating around. It’s about 75 degrees Fahrenheit in the winters and 82 in the summers. For great vacation rates, Turks and Caicos is best to visit between mid-April and June. It practically doesn’t rain in Turks and Caicos and if it does, it’s just for a short period of time. The majority of the rainfall occurs in November and December, so plan your vacation accordingly.

For luxurious accommodations in Turks and Caicos, book a wonderful suite at Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort in Providenciales. You’ll enjoy a stylish room, gourmet food, a heated salt-water pool and endless views of Grace Bay beach. Come get your much needed fun and relaxation at Seven Stars Grace Bay Hotel in Turks and Caicos.

Turks and Caicos: Top Caribbean Honeymoon Destination

According to NorthIsleSailing.com, Turks and Caicos is one of top 10 honeymoon destinations. This Caribbean paradise is filled with inhabited islands, secluded and luxurious hotels with exclusive and world-class spas as well as top gourmet dining options. The beaches in Turks and Caicos are also impressive. They aren’t crowded and visitors can sunbathe all day long. There are also a ton of activities you can do here as a couple from horseback rising to scuba diving and snorkeling, windsurfing and so much more. Other perfect honeymoon destinations on this Top 10 list are St. Lucia, Barbados, Martinique and several more.

For a blissful and romantic honeymoon, book a luxurious and comfortable room for two at Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort. You’ll love the relaxing environment, our highly-trained staff’s attention to detail, not to mention the white sandy beaches. There are plenty of fun-filled activities you can enjoy as newlyweds from a banana boat ride to chartering a private boat. Seven Stars Grace Bay Luxury Hotel also offers complimentary use of kayaks, surfboards, pool floats and more so you can really take advantage of the sun, sand and the sea. For even more relaxation, our world-class spa offers an extensive menu of services from full-body treatments to manicures to facials and massages. Come join us at the Seven Stars Grace Bay resort.

Fabulous Accommodations At Seven Stars

If you choose to stay at the Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort, know that you’ll experience the ultimate in comfort and luxury the second you walk into your beautiful and modern room. Besides all the Turks and Caicos natural beauty that will surround you, your Seven Stars accommodations will also impress you. You can choose from junior suites or one-, two-, three- or four bedroom suites. Of course, you can also select gardenview or oceanfront rooms. If you choose an oceanfront junior suite for example, you can expect stunning views of Grace Bay, a four-poster king-size bed, full bathroom with shower and soaker tub, a kitchenette and extra seating around the room. For the bigger rooms, besides more space, you can also expect ocean view balconies, marble bathrooms, guest powder rooms, open living areas, full kitchen and more. This Turks and Caicos hotel also has a penthouse for those looking to truly live it up. Seven Stars Resort has much more to offer too. With great water sports activities nearby, a full-service spa, a magnificent salt-water pool and the list goes on. If you feel like being pampered, sleeping like a baby on a plush, kin-size bed, and enjoy the good life, book a room today at Seven Stars Grace Bay Resort.