Powder white sand and turquoise water — Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

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Mark & Valerie's
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Five nights · Grace Bay · Turks & Caicos

63 days until departure

Jun 9 – 14, 2026
Grace Bay, TCI
Wymara Resort
5 Nights · 2 Guests
Your Hotel CONFIRMED

Wymara Resort + Villas

Grace Bay Beach · One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite, King Bed

Confirmation 35896SG247152
Check-In Tue Jun 9 · 3:00 pm
Check-Out Sun Jun 14 · 12:00 pm
VIP Perks Full breakfast daily · Welcome drink · Free Wi-Fi
Hotel Website Call Resort
Flights JOZBWD
Tuesday Jun 9 — Outbound
TPA 7:15 am Tampa, FL
AA 2538 · Seats 1D & 1F
CLT 9:09 am Charlotte, NC

Arrive airport 4:15 am · 4100 George J Bean Pkwy, Tampa FL 33607

CLT 11:15 am Charlotte, NC
AA 1699 · Seats 1E & 1F
PLS 2:12 pm Providenciales
Sunday Jun 14 — Return
PLS 3:12 pm Providenciales
AA 1699 · Seats 1E & 1F
CLT 6:30 pm Charlotte, NC
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Your Itinerary at a Glance

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Chief Experience Officer · Live Well, Travel Often

Call (855) 940-1119 Ext 1 Email

Know Before You Go

🌊 Reef-safe sunscreen required at all snorkel sites
💵 $23 USD cash for airport taxi each way
⏰ Arrive TPA airport by 4:15 am (3 hrs early)
📱 Download AA app + Google Maps offline for Provo
🏥 Emergency: 911 · Hospital: +1 649-946-2200
☀️ UV Index Very High (8–11) — protect your skin

Day 01 · Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Arrival Day

Tampa → Charlotte → Providenciales

High86°F
Low78°F
Rain20%
Humidity~70%
Wind10–15 mph
UV IndexHigh (8+)
Sunrise6:10 am
Sunset7:50 pm
4:15 am
Flight 1 of 2 — Outbound JOZBWD
TPA 7:15 am Tampa, FL
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AA 2538
CLT 9:09 am Charlotte, NC
Seats 1D & 1F · Arrive airport 4:15 am · 4100 George J Bean Pkwy, Tampa FL 33607
11:15 am
Flight 2 of 2 — Outbound JOZBWD
CLT 11:15 am Charlotte, NC
✈
AA 1699
PLS 2:12 pm Providenciales, TCI
Seats 1E & 1F
2:30 pm

Airport Taxi to Wymara

Take a taxi from PLS Airport to Wymara Resort. Approximately $23 USD cash for 1–2 people (cash only, paid directly to driver). A short 10-minute ride to Grace Bay.

3:00 pm

Check-In at Wymara Resort VIP

One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite, King Bed. Confirmation: 35896SG247152. Welcome drink upon arrival. Affiliated with Virtuoso, Leading Hotels of the World, Fine Hotels + Resorts.

6:00 pm

Welcome Drink & Sunset

Your first rum punch in paradise. Step onto the terrace, let the warm salt air do its thing, and watch the turquoise horizon melt into gold. Sunset is at 7:50 pm — you'll understand the hype within about three minutes.

7:30 pm

Dinner — Indigo Restaurant

Dine at Indigo, Wymara's signature restaurant serving vibrant island cuisine. Note: your VIP breakfast is included here every morning as part of your package.

Day 02 · Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Grace Bay Exploration

Dining · Beach Day · Sunset Walk

High87°F
Low79°F
Rain25%
Humidity~72%
Wind12–15 mph
UV IndexHigh (9)
Sunrise6:10 am
Sunset7:51 pm
8:00 am

Breakfast — Indigo Restaurant VIP Included

Full American breakfast at Indigo, included daily as part of your VIP amenity package. Fresh fruit, eggs, pastries, coffee — all complimentary.

9:30 am

Morning on Grace Bay Beach

Twelve miles of powder-white sand and water so clear you can see your shadow on the seafloor from twenty feet up. Ranked the world's best beach so many times it stopped being a surprise. Reef-safe sunscreen — the reef is why you're here.

12:30 pm

Lunch — Blue Water Bistro

Wymara's casual beachside dining. Fresh seafood, salads, and Caribbean-inspired light fare with views of Grace Bay.

2:30 pm

Afternoon Activities

Explore the resort's water sports offerings, swim in the oceanfront pool, or simply sink into the powder-soft beach. The afternoon light on Grace Bay is extraordinary.

5:30 pm

Sunset Walk on Grace Bay

Grace Bay stretches 12 miles — the perfect evening stroll with golden-hour light dancing off turquoise water. Sunset at 7:51 pm.

7:30 pm

Dinner — Land + Sea

Wymara's coastal restaurant combining the best of land and sea cuisine. A sophisticated dinner to cap your first full day in paradise.

Day 03 · Thursday, June 11, 2026

Wellness & Renewal

Yoga · Breathwork · Spa · Sound Healing

High86°F
Low78°F
Rain15%
Humidity~68%
Wind10–12 mph
UV IndexVery High (10)
Sunrise6:10 am
Sunset7:51 pm
7:00 am

Yoga on Grace Bay Beach Complimentary

Start the day with Wymara's complimentary morning yoga session on the beach. Gentle flows as the sun rises over the Atlantic, with the Caribbean lapping at the shore.

8:30 am

Breakfast — Indigo Restaurant VIP Included

Post-yoga nourishment at Indigo. Full American breakfast included with VIP package.

10:00 am

Breathwork Session

Guided breathwork with Wymara's wellness team — rhythmic breathing patterns combined with the calming energy of the ocean environment.

12:00 pm

Light Lunch

A restorative lunch — fresh salads, light seafood, tropical juices at Blue Water Bistro or in-room for a truly indulgent wellness day.

2:00 pm

111SKIN Spa Treatment at Wymara Exclusive

Wymara is the exclusive 111SKIN partner in Turks & Caicos. World-class skin rejuvenation using cutting-edge formulas. Book via resort concierge. As featured in Robb Report.

4:30 pm

Sound Healing Session

Immersive sound bath using singing bowls and resonant instruments. An ancient practice perfectly suited to the tranquil Caribbean setting.

5:30 pm

SUP Aqua Yoga Complimentary

Stand-Up Paddleboard Aqua Yoga in the calm turquoise waters of Grace Bay. A playful, meditative challenge as the sun begins its descent.

7:30 pm

Dinner — Indigo Restaurant

End your wellness day with a nourishing dinner at Indigo. Island-inspired cuisine — fresh fish, grilled vegetables, tropical desserts.

Day 04 · Friday, June 12, 2026

Island Adventures

Snorkeling · Exploration · Optional Catamaran

High88°F
Low80°F
Rain10%
Humidity~65%
Wind8–12 mph
UV IndexExtreme (11)
Sunrise6:11 am
Sunset7:52 pm
8:00 am

Breakfast — Indigo Restaurant VIP Included

Full American breakfast before heading out for a full adventure day. Fuel up well.

9:30 am

Snorkeling at Coral Gardens

Experience the world's third-largest barrier reef with Caicos Dream Tours. Crystal-clear water, vibrant coral, sea turtles, tropical fish. Full gear, beverages, and light food included. ~$125/adult. Book at caicosdreamtours.com or via concierge. As featured in Condé Nast Traveler.

1:00 pm

Lunch — Explore Providenciales

Venture beyond the resort to explore the local dining scene. Try cracked conch fritters, fresh fish tacos, or a rum punch at a beachside shack.

2:30 pm

Little Water Cay — Iguana Reserve Optional

UNESCO-protected iguana island with pristine coral and starfish swimming. Visit the rock iguanas in their natural habitat. Private guided tours. Featured in Town & Country.

4:00 pm

Grace Bay Sunset Catamaran Optional

Private luxury catamaran (Lady Grace) from Turtle Cove Marina. Open top-shelf bar, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, spectacular sunset views. ~$1,250 for 1–6 guests. Book via isleblue.co. Featured in Travel + Leisure.

7:30 pm

Dinner — Coco Bistro or Infiniti

Consider Coco Bistro under the palms (Condé Nast Traveler 2025) or Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar at Grace Bay Club (Robb Report). See Dining tab for full details.

Day 05 · Saturday, June 13, 2026

Spa & Last Luxury

Couples Massage · 111SKIN · Farewell Dinner

High87°F
Low79°F
Rain20%
Humidity~70%
Wind10–14 mph
UV IndexHigh (9)
Sunrise6:11 am
Sunset7:52 pm
8:00 am

Breakfast — Indigo Restaurant VIP Included

Final leisurely morning breakfast at Indigo. Savour every bite — this is the penultimate morning in paradise.

10:00 am

111SKIN Spa Treatment Exclusive

A second opportunity to experience Wymara's world-renowned 111SKIN treatments — advanced rejuvenation therapies exclusive to this resort in Turks & Caicos. Book via concierge.

12:00 pm

Couples Beach Massage

The ultimate Caribbean indulgence — a side-by-side massage directly on the white sands of Grace Bay Beach. Waves, warm breeze, expert hands. Book via Wymara concierge.

2:00 pm

Relaxed Beach Afternoon

The last full afternoon on Grace Bay. Swim in the impossibly clear water, sip on rum punch, read, and soak up every last ray. A perfect, unhurried afternoon.

7:30 pm

Farewell Dinner — Grace's Cottage or SEVEN

Make this dinner count. Grace's Cottage is all candlelit garden magic — you'll feel like the restaurant was built for exactly this moment (Town & Country). SEVEN gives you tasting menus against a reef backdrop that makes the food taste even better (Travel + Leisure). Reserve before you leave Tampa.

Day 06 · Sunday, June 14, 2026

Departure Day

Providenciales → Charlotte

High86°F
Low78°F
Rain15%
Humidity~70%
Wind10–15 mph
UV IndexHigh (8)
Sunrise6:11 am
Sunset7:52 pm
8:00 am

Breakfast — Indigo Restaurant VIP Included

Final breakfast at Indigo. Take your time — you won't need to leave until around noon.

11:00 am

Begin Checkout Process

Checkout is at 12:00 pm. Settle any additional charges. The resort will hold luggage if you want a final hour on the beach.

1:00 pm

Taxi to PLS Airport

Airport taxi (~$23 USD cash, 1–2 people). Allow 90 minutes before departure for check-in, security, and customs.

3:12 pm
Return Flight JOZBWD
PLS 3:12 pm Providenciales
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AA 1699
CLT 6:30 pm Charlotte, NC
Seats 1E & 1F · Confirmation: JOZBWD
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Curated for You

Luxury Dining

The finest tables in Turks & Caicos — selected from Condé Nast Traveler, Robb Report, Travel + Leisure, and Town & Country.

$$$$International Seafood
Condé Nast
Robb Report

Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar

Grace Bay Club · Grace Bay

"The kind of ocean-facing table where Wagyu and fresh oysters arrive as the turquoise sea reframes every bite."

View Menu Reserve
$$$$Caribbean Gourmet
Travel + Leisure

SEVEN

Seven Stars Resort · Grace Bay

"An elegant candlelit dining room where Caribbean-inspired tasting menus unfold against a backdrop of incomparable reef views."

View Menu Call Resort
$$$$Italian Beachfront
Robb Report

Casa Nonna

Ritz-Carlton · Grace Bay

"Where the Ritz-Carlton's Italian kitchen turns out silk-like housemade pappardelle and branzino with quiet confidence that defines the brand."

View Menu Reserve via Ritz-Carlton
$$$$Seafood · Mediterranean
Bon Appétit

The Marine Room

Bight Beach · Providenciales

"Mid-century modern décor, terrace views over Bight Beach, and a kitchen devoted to conch and fresh-caught fish with Mediterranean precision."

View Menu Reserve
$$$$French-Inspired · Garden
Town & Country

Grace's Cottage

Grace Bay · Providenciales

"The most romantic terrace on Provo — a candlelit garden where French technique meets Caribbean produce in effortlessly graceful form."

View Menu Reserve
$$$$International · Palm Garden
Condé Nast
Traveler 2025

Coco Bistro

Central Grace Bay · Providenciales

"A local institution set beneath swaying palms, where the menu reads like a love letter to the island's finest ingredients."

View Menu Reserve directly

Curated for You

Luxury Experiences

The most extraordinary things to do in Turks & Caicos — from private yacht charters to world-exclusive spa treatments.

$$$$Private Yacht Charter
Robb Report

PRIVÉ Fine Ocean Charters

Providenciales · Departs Marina

Half or full-day luxury yacht with expert crew, premium bar, and snorkeling at the world's third-largest barrier reef. Book 48 hours in advance.

Website Call 800.986.6406
$$$$Sunset Catamaran · ~$1,250
Travel + Leisure

Grace Bay Sunset Catamaran

Turtle Cove Marina · Lady Grace

Private luxury catamaran cruise with open top-shelf bar, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, and breathtaking Caribbean sunset. ~$1,250 for up to 6 guests.

isleblue.co Book Now
$$$Snorkeling · ~$125/person
Condé Nast Traveler

Coral Gardens — Caicos Dream Tours

Grace Bay · Barrier Reef

The world's third-largest barrier reef. Pristine coral, sea turtles, tropical fish. Full gear, beverages, and light food included. Private charter available.

Book at caicosdreamtours.com
$$$$Spa · Exclusive in TCI
Robb Report

111SKIN Spa at Wymara

Wymara Resort · Grace Bay Beach

World-class skin rejuvenation and couples beach massage. Wymara is the exclusive 111SKIN partner in Turks & Caicos — this treatment is not available anywhere else on the island.

Book via resort concierge
$$$Nature · Private Guided
Town & Country

Little Water Cay — Iguana Reserve

Little Water Cay · Off Providenciales

UNESCO-protected iguana island with pristine coral reef, starfish swimming, and up-close encounters with the famous rock iguanas in their natural habitat.

Book via resort concierge

At a Glance

Quick Reference

Hotel
ResortWymara Resort + Villas
LocationGrace Bay Beach, Providenciales
Confirmation35896SG247152
RoomOne-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite, King Bed
Check-In3:00 pm · Tuesday, Jun 9
Check-Out12:00 pm · Sunday, Jun 14
VIP PerksFull breakfast daily, Welcome drink, Free Wi-Fi
AffiliationsLeading Hotels, Virtuoso, Fine Hotels + Resorts
Flights
ConfirmationJOZBWD (Classic Vacations)
Jun 9 · Leg 1AA 2538 · TPA 7:15am → CLT 9:09am
Seats 1D & 1F
Jun 9 · Leg 2AA 1699 · CLT 11:15am → PLS 2:12pm
Seats 1E & 1F
Jun 14 · ReturnAA 1699 · PLS 3:12pm → CLT 6:30pm
Seats 1E & 1F
TPA Airport4100 George J Bean Pkwy, Tampa FL 33607
Arrive Airport3 hours early (outbound)
Transport
Airport Taxi~$23 USD cash (1–2 people, one way)
PaymentCash only to driver
Grace BayVery walkable — most dining within strolling distance
Explore ProvoRent a scooter or car for wider island exploration
Resort HelpCall concierge for taxi arrangements

Know Before You Go

Survival Guide

Transport

  • Airport taxi from PLS is ~$23 cash (1–2 people)
  • Grace Bay is very walkable — restaurants & shops within a stroll
  • Rent a scooter or car to explore Providenciales beyond Grace Bay
  • Resort concierge can arrange taxis and transport

Payments & Currency

  • Currency is USD — no conversion needed
  • Credit cards accepted at all resorts and most restaurants
  • Carry some cash for airport taxis and small vendors
  • ATMs available at Grace Bay area banks

Apps to Download

  • American Airlines app — real-time flight tracking
  • Google Maps offline — download Providenciales map before departing
  • WhatsApp — for local contacts and concierge
  • OpenTable — restaurant reservations

eSIM & Phone

  • eSIM recommended: Airalo or Holafly — both offer TCI coverage
  • Country code: +1-649
  • US phones work on roaming — check with your carrier first
  • Resort has free Wi-Fi (VIP perk)

Emergencies

Etiquette & Tips

  • Casual, friendly island vibe — locals are warm and welcoming
  • Fine dining dress codes: smart casual at minimum
  • Reef-safe sunscreen required at all snorkel sites
  • Tipping: 15–18% standard, often added at resorts

🇹🇨 Turks & Caicos

Phrases & Pronunciation

Sound like a local. Tap any phrase to hear it spoken aloud.

Places & Locations

PlacePronunciationWhat It IsHear It
Providencialespro-vih-DEN-shuh-leesThe main island — locals call it "Provo"
ProvoPRO-vohLocal nickname for Providenciales
Grace BayGRAYS BAYThe famous 12-mile beach where you're staying
Wymarawih-MAH-rahYour resort on Grace Bay Beach
Turks & CaicosTURKS and KAY-kosThe island chain you're visiting
LeewardLOO-erdCalmer, sheltered side of the island

Food & Drink

TermPronunciationWhat It IsHear It
ConchKONKThe beloved local shellfish — it's in everything
Cracked ConchKRAKD KONKFried conch fritter — a must-try local dish
Jerk ChickenJERKSpiced & smoked — a Caribbean staple
Rum PunchRUM PUNCHThe unofficial welcome drink of TCI
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