The islands of Turks and Caicos are a great place for a vacation rental because it is a close proximity to both the United States and the Bahamas. The islands are less than 600 miles from Miami and only 40 miles south east of the Bahamas. The islands cover just under 200 square miles of space in the ocean and boasts one of the longest coral reefs in the world. Many people who reserve a Turks and Caicos vacation home rentals here go scuba diving along the reefs.

The flat islands with pristine white sand beaches are separated into eight larger islands as well as some smaller islands. The main islands are: Salt Cay, Grand Turk, South Caicos, East Caicos, Middle Caicos, North Caicos, Providenciales, and West Caicos. On each of the islands you will be welcomed by the friendly locals, in part because tourism is its main source of revenue.

When planning to reserve a vacation home rental on the island of Grand Turk, you will be surprised at the wide variety of restaurants from international cuisine to native dishes and everything in between. Most restaurants here are very accommodating toward the tourists needs. Throughout some of the smaller islands, the accommodations and restaurants have a more casual local atmosphere to it.

The main attraction to Grand Turk is the diving, so be prepared to get wet. The island is also full of historical sites and old architecture. One fun spot to check out while staying at your vacation home rental is Salt Cay. This area was once the center of the salt trade industry until the early 1960’s when the salt industry stopped. Only 200 residents remain in the area which is watched by a single unarmed policeman. Only 12 cars drive along the roads of Salt Cay.

Although you will not be able to find a vacation home rental on the island of East Caicos, it does make for a fun day trip. The island is currently uninhabited, but there is evidence of early settlers there. The island is often used by Sea Turtles who lay their eggs in the sand.

North Caicos is also a fun place to reserve your vacation rental. The population consists mainly of farmers who live in villages such as Bottle Creek village, Whitby, Kew and Sand Point. North Caicos is also home to the largest flock of pink flamingos in the area. Popular sites include the Crab Farm which is located on Greenich Creek. The farm grows King Crabs through adulthood.

Bird watching is also a popular activity on North Caicos. The island is ripe with bird sanctuaries that are home to flamingos and ospreys who make their nesting sites here. The nature reserves also protect the native iguanas on the island.

If you like to gamble, a good place to reserve your vacation home rental would be Prvidenciales which is usually known as “Provo.” Here you will find all modern conveniences as well as a Casino and golf course. The island does have an airport which is capable of dealing with large planes. A popular place to do some souvenir shopping would be Turtle Cove which offers a variety of boutiques. The down town area also has a variety of retail shops.

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