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Smith’s Reef snorkeling

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Here's a map of the area at Smith's Reef for all those that love to snorkel

Here's a map of the area at Smith's Reef for all those that love to snorkel

Smith’s Reef is located just outside of the entrance to Turtle Cove Marina on Provo’s north shore. Acess is from along the beach and you will find signs marking the way.

As you walk along the beach you will come across this marker.

As you walk along the beach you will come across this marker.

Smith’s Reef is a shallow patch reef relatively close to the shore so it is one of the best places for snorkeling and is one of a few options for shore diving. There is an underwater snorkel trail for you to follow with informative tiles attached to reef balls that have descriptions of fish and coral that are most commonly found here.

A snorkeler enters the sandy patch area before heading off to explore the underwater snorkel trail

A snorkeler enters the sandy patch area before heading off to explore the underwater snorkel trail

If you are an avid snorkeler, you’ll love Smith’s Reef. It’s probably one of our best snorkeling areas.

Happy snorkeling!

Marta

http://www.diving.tc

Sea Urchin

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A sea urchin found on the beach still has spines attached and with some neat looking encrustations

A Club or Pencil sea urchin found on the beach

 

Isn’t this something ! Anna found this sea urchin on the beach and I thought it just had all kinds of encrustations making it look quite unique. However on looking things up, I discovered that this is a Club or Pencil urchin.

See you on the beach,

Marta

 

http://www.diving.tc

Taylor Bay

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Sandbar at Taylor Bay......What an incredible sight!

Sandbar at Taylor Bay......What an incredible sight!

We headed again for Taylor Bay today and what a great choice of beach that was. Low tide and the water rippled and shimmered around a small, exposed sandbar. You can see Turtle Rock in the background on the horizon. It just doesn’t get any better than this!  If you have little kids (and even if you don’t) this beach is a must. We love Taylor Bay and perhaps we’ll see you here.

Marta

http://www.harbourclubvillas.com

Taylor Bay

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Imagine yourself in this heavenly spot enjoying the sand and calm sea at Taylor Bay beach.

Imagine yourself in this heavenly spot enjoying the sand and calm sea at Taylor Bay beach.

These two little ones just couldn't stay awake to take in the gorgeous shallow waters of Taylor Bay
These two little ones just couldn’t stay awake to take in the gorgeous shallow waters of Taylor Bay

Great afternoon at Taylor Bay today…………the wind was blowing on the North shore so we tucked ourselves away in this idyllic spot. It was hot and the water was very calm. We met these two gentlemen from Quebec………Canadiens eh????? I guess Mom was at home while Dad and friend took the twins for a walk to the beach. Soooooo cute. If you have kids and are planning a trip to the Turks and Caicos, this is where you should bring them as you can walk out for a long ways in inches of water.

See you on the beach soon!

Marta

 

http://www.harbourclubvillas.com

Kite boarding at Malcolm Roads

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What a show we enjoyed on the beach at Malcolm Roads.........Mike and a friend were out doing flips and enjoying kiting off the beach at Malcolm Roads

What a show we enjoyed on the beach at Malcolm Roads.........Mike and a friend were out doing flips and enjoying kiting off the beach.

We drove out to Malcolm Roads beach today. It was looking quite miserable but Eve was positive the sun would shine and she’d be able to snorkel. Sure enough, out came the sun and a couple of kite boarders………..Mike Haas who is one of our island kiteboard instructors and a friend.

Mike Haas has been teaching kite boarding on Provo for a number of years now. Head down to the Turks and Caicos soon and learn how to kiteboard!

Mike Haas has been teaching kite boarding on Provo for a number of years now. Head down to the Turks and Caicos soon and learn how to kiteboard!

Not only was watching these guys kiteboard exciting but they also sighted a whale just off shore. No kidding……they were actually kiteboarding  with a 30 foot whale!

Kiteboarders flying high and doing flips and jumps entertained us on the beach today

Kiteboarders flying high and doing flips and jumps entertained us on the beach today

And so, if you want to holiday in the Turks and Caicos Islands and learn to kiteboard, just drop us a line at Harbour Club Villas and we’ll put you in touch with Mike.

See you soon,
Marta
http://www.harbourclubvillas.com

Passionflowers on the beach

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Our trip to the beach today was spectacular as I found these beautiful passionflowers growing along the sand dunes.

Our trip to the beach today was spectacular as I found these beautiful passionflowers growing along the sand dunes.

This flower is also called a Wild Apricot and a number of them are found in the Turks and Caicos Islands. I wanted to take some photos of the water through the waving sea oats and discovered passionflower vines blooming, some with pinkish red fruit and the flowers were also a little different. The one shown below had a pale pinkish tinge to the petals.

A delicate passionflower with a pink tinge to its petals

A delicate passionflower with a pink tinge to its petals

This passionflower had a deep purple centre...........just so beautiful so look for them on your next trip to the beach

This passionflower had a deep purple centre...........just so beautiful so look for them on your next trip to the beach

I’m still looking to find some red passionflowers and also I once saw a deep crimson one. I believe somewhere in my photos I do have pictures so I will look for them and put them up in another post.
Marta
http://www.harbourclubvillas.com

The beach for my 60th

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Drinks at SOMEWHERE on the beach for my 60th birthday......simply the most spectacular deck overlooking the White House Reef.

Drinks at SOMEWHERE on the beach for my 60th birthday......simply the most spectacular deck overlooking the White House Reef.

My 60th birthday and the three sisters headed for the beach as it was sunny and hot this morning. After basking in the sun, snorkeling and a delicious chicken sandwich snack from SOMEWHERE, we ended the morning with a pina colada and margheritas on the deck. Let me tell you, this spot is a gem, well thought out with high teak chairs and tables set up so that you can see the superb vista of the White House Reef and surrounding turquoise waters.

Imagine yourself sitting here sipping your favourite drink with that gorgeous turquoise ocean as a backdrop. The White House Reef was full of marine fish and Eve also saw a turtle.

Imagine yourself sitting here sipping your favourite drink with that gorgeous turquoise ocean as a backdrop. The White House Reef was full of marine fish and Eve also saw a turtle.

I love these tables and chairs and the overall feel of this deck area……….it reminds me of Jimmy’s at the old Island Princess years ago! Some of you may remember back then when we used to go there for breakfast and lunch.  

On your next visit to our beautiful island drop by and say Hi to Carmen at SOMEWHERE on the beach…………a new TexMex restaurant and bar right on the beach at the White House Reef. It will become one of your favourite spots with probably the best view on Provo!

See you there!

Cheers…………Marta

http://www.harbourclubvillas.com

Horse-eyed Jacks

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Here we are for the start of my birthday week celebrations at Horse-eyed Jacks in Blue Hills.

Here we are for the start of my birthday week celebrations at Horse-eyed Jacks in Blue Hills.

What a day……….a trip to the beach and then margaritas and pina coladas down in Blue Hills at Horse-Eyed Jacks. Terrific deck overlooking the water, pelicans swooping down to catch fish right infront of us and a cooling breeze blowing off the ocean.

It doesn't get any better than this........sitting sipping a drink on the deck overlooking the sea.

It doesn't get any better than this........sitting sipping a drink on the deck overlooking the sea.

You simply must have a meal and drinks at Horse-Eyed Jacks on your next trip to Provo. It really is one of the best casual places to eat with simply the best view ever…………you’re right there beside the sand and water in Blue Hills which is my favourite local area.

Marta

http://www.harbourclubvillas.com

Bay Bistro

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The best Sunday breakfast and the best view at the Bay Bistro on Grace Bay.

The best Sunday breakfast and the best view at the Bay Bistro on Grace Bay.

A perfect way to spend a Sunday morning ……….. breakfast overlooking the turquoise ocean while sitting on the deck of the Bay Bistro Restaurant. It just doesn’t get any better than this on our island paradise.  On weekends, the Bay Bistro puts on a great breakfast and brunch and it’s a favourite of many locals and island visitors alike.  This morning was a picture perfect day as we watched the sail boats and hobie cats out on the water catching the gentle breezes.

Come and enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the ocean on Grace Bay at the Bay Bistro

Come and enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the ocean on Grace Bay at the Bay Bistro