The best part of having a rental car in Providenciales is the freedom to go beyond your hotel and see the island at your own pace. Here are the spots worth pointing the car towards.
Grace Bay Beach
The one everyone comes for, and it lives up to the hype. Twelve miles of soft white sand and calm turquoise water, consistently ranked among the best beaches in the world. With your own car you can arrive early, park easily, and enjoy a quiet stretch of sand before the day gets busy.
Chalk Sound National Park
A short drive from town, Chalk Sound is a shallow inland lagoon dotted with tiny islands, glowing an almost unreal shade of blue. The road hugs the water, so the drive itself is part of the experience. Bring a camera.
Sapodilla Bay Beach
A calm, shallow, sheltered cove that is perfect for young children or anyone who just wants a peaceful swim away from the crowds. It is tucked away on the south side and is far easier to reach with a car than without one.
Long Bay Beach
Long Bay is the home of kiteboarding in the Turks and Caicos, with steady trade winds and wide, shallow water. Even if you are not riding, it is a lovely place to walk and watch the kites.
Blue Hills
For a taste of local life and some of the best seafood on the island, drive out to Blue Hills, a traditional fishing community on the north shore. It is the kind of place you only find when you have your own wheels.
Getting around
All of these are easy day trips from anywhere on Provo, since the island is small and the roads are simple. An economy car handles every one of them comfortably. Pick your car and book online to start exploring.
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