Reasons to visit Turks and Caicos in the fall season
There’s nothing quite like autumn’s dropping temperatures and shortened daylight hours to kickstart the itch for a spontaneous vacation filled with sun, sand and sea. But then comes the ultimate question… what is the best Caribbean Island to travel to in the fall season?
If uncrowded beaches with water more blue than you ever thought was possible is something that intrigues you, consider your search over – you’re headed to Providenciales, Turks and Caicos! September – December is an ideal time to visit Turks and Caicos and this short-read will help you understand all of the reasons why.
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It’s easy to get here
While a quick weekend get-a-way is absolutely possible, we know you’ll always want to extend your visit. The island is located just 1.5 hours south of Miami and 3 hours from New York with direct flights currently operating from Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, Virginia, Toronto, and Montreal (more cities and flights added in high season – see a full list here).
Experience a trendy Caribbean island at the best price
It’s no secret that Turks and Caicos is one of the more sought-after Caribbean islands and is growing in popularity each day. In fact, the Turks and Caicos Tourism board recently reported that the first quarter of 2024 saw record-breaking stats regarding the number of arrivals. As September – December fall within the low season in Turks, it is the best time to find great deals on airfare, accommodations and even groceries. Since the island is less-busy, many of the hotels will not only lower their rates but offer really great packages such as complimentary services at the spa, vouchers for on-site restaurants and room upgrades. It’s also a great opportunity to be able to negotiate with vendors for all must-do water activities such as parasailing, tubing, jet-skiing, and snorkelling. If you’re into fishing, you’ll probably be able to catch Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, and Sailfish.
Contact the hotels directly and request price matches for a better rate you’re seeing online. At Ports of Call, we offer a price match guarantee program which includes added incentives. By traveling in the fall versus late December – April, you can save over $120 per night. Also, booking in advance should likely provide you with the best rate but also signup for hotel email lists to keep an eye on flash sales.
Relax on quiet and uncrowded beaches
Imagine having the world’s top-rated beach practically all to yourself? Travel to Turks and Caicos in the fall season and that’s likely what you’ll get! Fall can be a busy time and some R & R can be more useful than you think. Whether you’ve recently closed up the cottage, got all the kids back to school, or have hosted a large Thanksgiving dinner, you will appreciate just how peaceful and quiet the island is. Finish that book you’ve been trying to read with no noisy interruptions or explore all 3-miles of Grace Bay without having to veer from groups of people. Feeling ambitious? Go off the beaten path and experience a full 7.5 mile stretch of beautiful Turks and Caicos beaches.
Weather
Overall, the island experiences ideal weather conditions year-round – hot sunny days tempered by the Caribbean breeze with little to no rain. Autumn offers travellers an opportunity to enjoy the tropical climate without the extreme heat. Another bonus of visiting in fall is the ocean temperature. While the air begins to cool from the high to mid 80’s, the ocean temperature remains comfortable averaging 79 degrees. It’s the kind of temperature where you can spend all day on your chair or all day in the water.
If you’re the kind of person that likes to spend all day in the water, make sure to stay at Ports of Call Resort and grab one of the complimentary floating mattresses.
Ready to add a Turks and Caicos holiday to your calendar and see for yourself why it is the best Caribbean island to travel to in the fall? Explore our newly renovated rooms and low rates on our website and book worry-free with our flexible cancellation policy.