Should you drive in Turks and Caicos?
Should you drive in Turks and Caicos? Road conditions and road safety vary greatly throughout the country. Main roads are generally in good condition but secondary roads may be narrow and have unpaved surfaces, potholes as well as blind intersections. Driving can be hazardous on Providenciales due to reckless drivers and excessive speeding.
What should I be careful about in Turks and Caicos?
Crime. Petty crime occurs, including theft from rental vehicles. Muggings and armed assaults also occur, mostly in areas popular with tourists. Be especially vigilant on Providenciales, which has a higher crime rate than the other islands.
Do us citizens need to be vaccinated to go to Turks and Caicos?
At this time, there are no exemptions for visitors who haven't received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the TCI unless a medical exemption is provided by a licensed physician.
Do they have Uber in Turks and Caicos?
Uber and Lyft are not available in the Turks and Caicos. Conch Cab is available in Providenciales and operates like Uber Pool, with rides booked via a web app. Taxis pickup at almost any location on Providenciales, and are easy to book by phone or email.
What is not allowed in Turks and Caicos?
Prohibited Items and Drugs Banned weapons (including firearms, firearm parts, ammunition, and 'Hawaiian slings'). Controlled drugs and narcotics, including (but not limited to) marijuana.
Which side of Turks and Caicos is best to stay?
Most of the best places to stay in Turks and Caicos are on Providenciales, the liveliest of the islands. Providenciales is well-known for sublime 12-mile Grace Bay Beach, which is lined with chic resorts, and offers an appealing choice of bars and restaurants.
Is it safe to walk on the beach in Turks and Caicos?
Turks and Caicos is a very safe island, by any standard. We have petty crime like anywhere else, so use your common sense when going out, or at the beach. Don't leave valuables unattended or in an unlocked car. The Grace Bay area is safe day and night and increasingly well patrolled by local police.