VIDEO: Why The Sands Is the Perfect Beach Hotel

By: - December 8th, 2016

It never hurts to be on one of the world’s best beaches.

But some places take a great beach and turn into something more.

That’s decidedly the case at The Sands at Grace Bay in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, a 114-suite beach resort that is one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets.

Grace Bay is one of the Caribbean's top beaches.

Grace Bay is one of the Caribbean’s top beaches.

Set on Grace Bay, the resort has very large, fully-equipped suites, a pair of pools and a boutique spa, along with its Hemingway’s restaurant, one of Providenciales’ must-visit restaurant (indeed, it’s as authentic a beachside dining experience as you’ll find in the region).

Cracked Conch at the wonderful Hemingway's restaurant.

Cracked Conch at the wonderful Hemingway’s restaurant.

There’s just a special kind of energy here, an overwhelming tranquility that permeates the property; it’s always calm, quiet and all about enjoying the wonders of Grace Bay. As you walk around, it feels as if the guests here know they’ve found the perfect beach retreat.

See more in the latest CJ video above.

The Sands is one of our favorite Turks and Caicos hotels.

— CJ

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