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Revered as one of the last Caribbean frontiers, the Turks and Caicos islands lay just three hours from the East Coast, making them one of the closest destinations to reach from the U.S. What’s more, the main island, Providenciales (known as Provo), is home to one of the best beaches in the entire region: Grace Bay. As if that weren’t enough incentive for a visit, the islands here are also protected by the third-largest coral-reef system in the world, creating superb turquoise waters for miles. The chain’s other islands, Parrot Cay and Grand Turk, offer even more exclusive retreats.
For some serious R & R on one of the Caribbean’s best beaches, Grace Bay.
