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The Ultimate Turks and Caicos All-Inclusive Resort Has Beachfront Plunge Pools, a Floating Bar, and Your Own Private Island
Taking the boat out to your own floating bar. Hiking to ancient ruins. Stepping onto the sand toward your private plunge pool with nothing but turquoise sea beyond. This is Ambergris Cay — a private-island resort where luxury feels wild and...

Paradise Fights to Stay Safe as Turks and Caicos Battles Rising Crime
Once famous only for turquoise water and postcard sunsets, the Turks and Caicos Islands are now struggling with violent crime, migration pressures, and political strain. Residents describe fear in daily life, even as tourism hits record highs and...

Two Years After Devastating Injury, Kate Douglass’s Friend Reveals Her Track Motivation Ahead of NYC Marathon
Picture this: you’re snorkeling during your tropical holiday only to fall victim to a sudden shark attack. Screaming, crying, and panicking would be the expected responses to such a crisis, but swimmer Ali Truwit is built different. “At least I...

Travel Expert Laura Begley Bloom Shares Fall Getaway Tips
Disclaimer: This Inside South Florida segment is sponsored by Napa, Pure Michigan, Beaches Resort, Nature Made, . All opinions and views are those of the advertiser and do not reflect the same of WSFL-TV. Travel expert Laura Begley Bloom joined...

Sandals® and Beaches® Resorts Unveil “Nature’s Vow” Inspiration
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have unveiled Nature’s Vow, a new eco-chic wedding inspiration poised to define 2026 celebrations. Rooted in the spirit of the Caribbean, the design blends sustainable elements with elevated style, offering...

I Took My Teenagers & My 78-Year-Old Mom on Vacation — & Got a Gift I’ll Never Forget
Vacations with a big family can be tricky. But a vacation with my husband and our kids — three teenagers (17, 16, and 13) and a 20-year-old — plus my 78-year-old mother? That felt nearly impossible. How do you take two Gen Xers, a Boomer, three...

Americans warned against traveling to celebrity-loved Turks and Caicos as it becomes murder hotspot
American tourists are being warned about rising levels of crime on a popular Caribbean Island that is suffering a record number of murders. The Turks and Caicos Islands are renowned for their stunning beaches, which welcome A-list celebrities...

7 Influencers Redefining Travel Through The Lens Of The Black Diaspora
We love all the Black travel influencers who show up in underrepresented spaces and deliver content that amplifies what it’s like to be a Black traveler. However, some influencers take their storytelling to the next level, creating content that...

If You’re in Turks and Caicos, Make Time for These Facials, Massages, and Beauty Shopping Destinations
Welcome to Marie Claire’s Global Glow Guide, your one-stop-shop to the best beauty destinations around the world. Whether you need to find a bouncy blowout while traveling abroad or the best facial to rehab post-flight skin, we’ve got you covered....
Sandals and Beaches Resorts Unveil “Nature’s Vow”
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have unveiled Nature’s Vow — a new eco-chic wedding inspiration poised to define 2026 celebrations. Rooted in the spirit of the Caribbean, the design blends sustainable elements with elevated style, offering...

The Best Villas in Turks and Caicos for Group Trips, Romantic Escapes, and Family Vacations
Just a three-hour flight from NYC, Turks and Caicos is a desirable beach escape brimming with luxury hotels, incredible restaurants, and plenty of ocean access. One of the best ways to visit this Caribbean getaway is by staying in your own...

Travellers are being warned about rising violence at this island hot spot. Here’s what a top police official says
Updated: September 19, 2025 at 4:26PM EDT Published: September 19, 2025 at 2:24PM EDT Dylan Evans, director of security solutions at International SOS, speaks about the risks of visiting Turks and Caicos.
Jamaica Diversifying Tourism Markets
Jamaica is expanding into non-traditional tourism markets like Asia and Latin America, while maintaining its strength in the traditional source markets in North America and United Kingdom (UK)/Europe. Director of Tourism, Jamaica Tourist Board...

Hidden gem holidays: An insider guide to the Dominican Republic
The advent of autumn sees us thinking ahead to how to keep that sunshine feeling going through till winter; and there’s nothing better for keeping our spirits up than the idea of booking a holiday somewhere tropical. Enter the Dominican Republic,...

WTE Miami 2025 unites travel industry for growth, connections
Hosted by Miami International Airport and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), WTE Miami 2025 brought together nearly 300 exhibitors from four continents and more than 3,000 travel professionals — including over 100 hosted...

Beautiful Cornish beach that feels more like Hawaii than the UK
Nestled amongst the cliffs of Treryn Dinas in Cornwall sits one of the world's finest beaches. Featuring pristine waters, golden sand and an authentic slice of quintessential Cornish living, you'll feel as though you've been transported to Hawaii,...

Air Canada Vacations releases winners of its Travellers’ Top Picks Awards
Air Canada Vacations has announced the winners of its first-ever Travellers’ Top Picks Awards — a celebration of Canadian wanderlust that drew over 100,000 entries and sparked a nationwide conversation about the places we dream to explore....
Governor General Attends Induction Service for the First Female Bishop of The Bahamas, Turks & Caicos Island Conference of the Methodist Church in the Caribbean and the Americas
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt attended the Induction Service for the first female Bishop of The Bahamas, Turks & Caicos Island Conference of the Methodist Church in the Caribbean and the Americas, Rev. Claire...

Murders, kidnappings and terrorism: The picture postcard Caribbean islands now a no-go for American tourists
There are at least three Caribbean islands American tourists are being steered away from due to crime and terrorism spiraling out of control. Most recently, Royal Caribbean announced on Wednesday that its ships would no longer visit its private...