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- The islands do allow pets but require health certificates and forms be fillled out and sent to the island ahead of time.
- The Turks & Caicos islands are always on EST (as daylight saving time is observed).
- Cell phone coverage varies with provider - Cingular works on Providenciales.
- Although there are ATM's they are not reliable, bring cash and credit cards.
- Villa guests - You can ship food and drinks but the grocery stores are well stocked.
- Take it easy when driving around, the traffic police are rarely out but the tickets are pricey.
- Please do not rent bicycles on this island, it's not a safe way to get around.
Capital: Cockburn Town, Grand Turk
Population: 15,000
Size: 193 square miles total
Electric Current: 110
Time: 21:19 pm (GMT/UTC -5)
Official Language: English
Currency: U.S. Dollar
Tipping and Taxes: Government tax is 8% and hotels will add a service charge of 10-15% to your bill. Restaurant tabs should be tipped 10-15%, but be sure it is not already added. Taxi drivers should receive a small tip too.
Dress Code: Casual, lightweight clothing. Swimwear is not appropriate in public places and topless or nude sunbathing or swimming is also considered inappropriate except at certain resorts.
Telephone: Local area code is 649 |
Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board
| Address: |
P.O. Box 128, Pond StreetGrand TurkTurks and Caicos Islands |
| Phone: |
649 946 2321 |
| Tollfree: |
800 241 0824 |
| Fax: |
649 946 2733 |
| Website: |
www.turksandcaicostourism.com |
Turks & Caicos hotel & Tourism Association
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Turks & Caicos Club
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