Bal Harbour

222 BAL HARBOUR IMAGES COURTESY OF MANDARIN ORIENTAL, COBBLERS COVE, AMBERGRIS CAY, WYMARA RESORT, AMANYARA The 40-island archipelago of Turks and Caicos offers endless turquoise-water coastline and pristine sandy beaches. Decades of development, especially on the third largest island of Providenciales, has resulted in a variety of popular tourist destinations and activities from water sports to the finest hospitality and dining. You can't mention Turks and Caicos without mentioning Grace Bay, and you can't mention Grace Bay without mentioning the iconic Grace Bay Club. Don't miss their Infiniti Bar, which runs perpendicular to the sea and is perhaps the liveliest spot on Providenciales for taking in the sunset. Also holding court on Grace Bay, the Wymara Resort and Villas has just added four ocean pools, a new lobby and a renovated beachfront bar. Even those not staying on the property will enjoy their newly transformed restaurant, Indigo, where Australian Chef Andrew Mirosch offers gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options, as well as Caribbean-inspired dishes that celebrate the local fishing culture. Those who wish to feel like they're at a Balinese-style getaway (but much closer to home) will enjoy Amanyara, located on the island's remote northwest coast. A collection of enormous villas (up to 6,250 square feet with sprawling outdoor space and 200 feet of private beach) and pavilion-style hotel rooms are the ultimate in privacy. The expansive wellness facilities, on-site cinema and restaurants almost guarantee you won't be leaving the property. Head to the quieter Long Bay where The Shore Club's collection of suites, as well as 8,800-square-foot villas, can accommodate up to 14 guests. Should the wind pick up on the beach, there's always the property's four pools, four restaurants and five bars to enjoy. Limited beachfront doesn't make the new Rock House, from the owners of Grace Bay Club, any less desirable. Just west of Grace Bay, the white-washed clusters of villas were designed by New York-based, AD100 interior designer Shawn Henderson and evoke Santorini with their cliff perch and use of local rocks. Serene and secluded, the boutique property is a welcome break for those seeking a quiet alternative to the activity of Grace Bay. T U R K S A N D CA I C O S B i g A m b e r g r i s C a y SURPRISINGLY ACCESSIBLE. COMPLETELY PRIVATE. Launched in 2018 with just 10 beachfront suites, the private, 3-mile-long island of Big Ambergris Cay has slowly been developing into one of the Caribbean's most idyllic escapes, now offering an additional seven three- to six-bedroom villas. As of 2020, the island has the longest private airport runway in the Caribbean—ideal for those whose private jet is always at the ready. Those flying commercial will need to arrive in Providenciales before a 10-minute transfer to an FBO on Turks and Caicos, where they can board for the 20-minute flight to Ambergris Cay on the island's plane, which is complimentary for guests. While the privacy and serene beach are the main draws, there's also the added bonus of inclusivity, elevating your experience with seamless access to activities and meals. Rolling with an extended crew? Beach Enclave operates like a hotel with services (concierge, housekeeping, butlers, private chefs) and amenities (fitness center, tennis and bocce courts, yoga and a kids' club) but offers groupings of stand-alone villas in three of Providenciales's prime locations: Grace Bay, North Shore and Long Bay. Wymara Resort and Villas has just been updated with four oceanfront pools. A private beach cove entrance from one of Ambergris Cay's villas.

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