Turks and Caicos Villas Are Trending

By: - December 19th, 2017
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By the Caribbean Journal staff

What’s the most sought-after villa destination in the Caribbean?

Right now it’s the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to a new report from villa rental giant Villas of Distinction.

Turks and Caicos was ranked as the third most-sought-after villa destination, based on “industry insights,” according to the company.

It was ranked third overall, following Italy and Orlando.

“Villa bookings to this area are growing rapidly as guests are looking for islands with wonderful white sand beaches, staffed villas and award-winning restaurants, and the Turks and Caicos checks all of these boxes,” said Steve Lassman, vice president of villa product & agency relations for Villas of Distinction. “Air service is growing rapidly as you now have many cities within the U.S. and Canada offering non-stop service, so it’s easier than ever to get there.”

One other Caribbean destination was also in the top five: Jamaica, which the company said “continues to provide the best value of any Caribbean villa experience.”

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