Grace Bay Club in the Turks and Caicos Islands

Only a few short weeks away I was dining on the beach at Grace Bay Club  and as our weather begins to change with the thought of colder days ahead,  island living if only for a short time seems more and more appealing.

As on my previous four visits to these islands  the friendliness of the people always stands out . It's a warm welcoming island where the food is amazing and the beach stretches for miles, but price wise,  to avoid sticker-shock  think New York prices. There's a 40% tax on all imported foods.

Nevertheless attention to detail is everywhere, with amazing wow-factor surprises. This strawberry tree was in my room as my good night treat.

and the next night a selection of three rums.

I was staying in a three bedroom unit  with four poster beds,  lavish bathrooms large walk-in closets, verandahs overlooking the beach and Caribbean sea, a local cell phone to reach my butler  and free worldwide international calling from the room.  Naturally I had to see if this really worked, so called my sisters, one who lives in Spain and the other who lives in South Africa.   The call was as clear as a bell with no charge and no charge for wifi either ..  

 Today, thru Dec 16  my host is offering a special  with a $250.00 resort credit  - two complimentary nights with a 7 night stay  - daily full American breakfast tax and service in a one bedroom suite with afternoon tea..... where the resort boasts the longest infiniti bar in the world.