Top 10 Labor Day Escapes

Turks & Caicos

Whether as a place to regroup from too much summer fun or to gear up for the long, vacation-free haul ahead, the Turks & Caicos are tailor-made for a long-weekend beach vacation. At just three hours from the East Coast, the chain is one of the closest Caribbean destinations to the United States, not to mention easier to reach than many points within the country itself. What’s more, the main island, Providenciales, is home to one of the best beaches in the entire Caribbean – Grace Bay. As if that weren’t enough incentive, the islands here are also protected by the third-largest coral-reef system in the world, creating superb turquoise waters for miles. While diving and snorkeling are popular here, there’s not a whole lot else to do but hit the beach with a good book, replenish your sunscreen supplies, and, perhaps, keep an eye out for JoJo, the islands’ resident – and friendly – dolphin.

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