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| The Deck at Seven Stars Resort, Turks & Caicos |
When you think about it, there’s not really a bad
place to stay in Turks & Caicos. Luke and I took our first holiday without
the twins, spending five nights in Providenciales. Provo is home to Grace Bay
Beach, which is consistently voted one of the best beaches in the world – and for
good reason. With perfect white sand and still, temperate, gem-colored water it’s
not an exaggeration to call this place paradise.
When we first came upon the Seven
Stars Resort we were momentarily thrown by the entrance – with a security
gate and rows of tall palm trees, this could have been another impersonal beachfront
high-rise. But when we entered the open-air lobby, immediately we saw that the
opposite was true. Decorated in cool colors, friendly staff members greeted us
with both water and rum punch – much needed refreshment on a hot June afternoon
in the Caribbean.
The spa – where I enjoyed a 90-minute massage –
makes the perfect first-stop for vacationers. I recommend beginning your
trip with a couples massage. But since Luke is one of the few people on earth
who doesn’t like massages, he went to read by the pool while I had my
treatment.
The accommodations at Seven Stars have all the amenities
you’ll need on your vacation. I especially liked that the one and two bedroom
suites were equipped with modern kitchens, which means that you don’t need to
eat out for every meal. But the best part about the rooms is the view of Grace
Bay Beach that you have from your bed. Open the doors to your private balcony
and you can literally hear the gentle lapping of the water as you fall asleep.
My favorite spot at the resort was The Deck – a bar
and grill overlooking the beach where we enjoyed a fantastic lunch and the
strongest pina coladas on the island (and we sampled a lot!). During the day
The Deck is a bright and cheerful place to hang out. At night it transforms
into a laid-back lounge complete with music, fire pits and yes, those drinks.
Our tour of the Seven Stars ended with a sunset
cruise, departing from the beach just steps from the resort. This was a big hit
with the honeymooners on board but for Luke and I, the best part of our visit
to the Seven Stars was that it’s a place where you can truly get away but still
enjoy all the perks of a luxury resort. Spread out enough so that you never
felt crowded, it’s one of those rare places that manages to offer a high level
of professional service and feel and authentic at the same time.
Whether you’re going on honeymoon, babymoon or
leaving the babies for the first time for some much needed R&R (rest and
reconnection) you’d be hard pressed to find a better place to do it than at the
Seven Stars Resort.
Seven Stars Resort, Provo, Turks & Caicos Islands, 866.570.7777, www.sevenstarsgracebay.com
