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Consistently garnering accolades, awards and oohs and ahs from countless travelers, Grace Bay is the Turks and Caicos' white-sand MVP. Stretching out for more than three miles, Grace Bay allows easy access to extensive coral reefs, so travelers would be hard pressed to find a more ideal location for swimming, snorkeling and diving.

It's these features, along with flawlessly blue waters, nearby resorts, and an overall breezy vibe, that make Grace Bay rank high in top beach lists year after year.

Though it's the ideal place to simply lie beneath the sun and unwind, Grace Bay is by no means devoid of activities. Any beach activity you can think of is readily available: paddle-boarding, sailing, deep-sea fishing and even kite-surfing.

To brush up on local history, head to the ruins of Cheshire Hall Plantation. A variety of bistros, bakeries and conch shacks awaits you in Providenciales, and if you stay out late enough, you'll be pleasantly surprised by your nightlife options, including beachside bars and lounges with a modern Caribbean vibe.

Make your way to Grace Bay in April or May if you'd like to avoid the busy tourist season while still getting perfect weather. You'll have the silky sands, diverse dining establishments and immaculate sunsets practically all to yourself.