The Minister of Tourism in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Honourable Josephine Connolly, announces the year-to-date arrival numbers for TCI.  From January to October 2023 the country recorded just over 1.2 Million arrivals.

“We are very pleased to see the increased number of visitors to the Turks and Caicos Islands by air and cruise for 2023.  The Turks and Caicos Islands is renowned for its pristine turquoise waters and white sand beaches, world-class resorts and villas, culinary diversity, cultural experiences and natural beauty, “Beauty By Nature”.  The increased visitation demonstrates the Turks and Caicos Islands’ appeal for barefoot luxury and unique experiences.

As a multi-island destination, we are also diversifying the product experience and encouraging our visitors to experience the culture, heritage and activities for day tours and/or overnight stay beyond Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos.”

The United States market remains the leading source market with 434,343 arrivals from January to October. There were 35,606 arrivals from Canada.

There were 8,541 arrivals from the United Kingdom, versus 2022 for the same period January to August 2023. The addition of Virgin Atlantic Airways, from London, Heathrow, increases the ease of travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands from the UK and Europe, with twice weekly, non-stop flights.

To read the full Magnetic Media article (Nov 24 2023) click here.