Ziggy7 Posted August 7, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Grand Turk .... Great info links! Turksand Caicos History & Culture/ Best Times to Visit Turks & Caicos …. http://turksandcaicostourism.com/ https://www.visittci.com/grand-turk Thingsto Do in Grand Turk … https://www.visittci.com/grand-turk/things-to-do GettingAround Grand Turk … https://www.visittci.com/grand-turk/getting-around http://www.grandturkcc.com/ Taxiinformation and prices …. http://www.grandturkcc.com/island-information/taxi-information.aspx GrandTurks Map ….. http://www.grandturkcc.com/island-information/grand-turk-island-map.aspx ….. https://www.visittci.com/grand-turk/maps TopThings to Do in Grand Turk …. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g147396-Activities-Grand_Turk_Turks_and_Caicos.html http://www.grandturkcc.com/ CruiseCenter map … http://www.grandturkcc.com/island-information/cruise-center-map.aspx CruiseCenter webcam and local weather …. http://www.grandturkcc.com/webcam.aspx IndependentShore Excursions … http://www.grandturkcc.com/Shore-Excursions.aspx ShipSchedules …. http://www.grandturkcc.com/Port-Schedule.aspx GRANDTURK ISLAND FACTS …. http://www.grandturkcc.com/island-information/fact-sheet.aspx USEFULGOVERNMENT AGENCIES Civil Aviation Department All Departments: (649) 946-2801/ 2138 Fax: (649) 946-1185 Director of Civil Aviation: (649) 946-2137 Grand Turk Control Tower: (649) 946-2570 Grand Turk Airport: (649) 946-2233 Customs Department Grand Turk Airport: (649) 946-2345 Harbor Master Grand Turk: (649) 946-2325/South Dock: (649) 946-2993 Fisheries Dept Grand Turk: (649) 946-2970/2801 TCI Chief Customs Officer Customs Department South Base, Grand Turk Tel: (649) 946-2993/4 Fax: (649) 946-2887 Customs Collector GT: (649) 946-2993/2994 Fax: (649) 926-2887 E-mail: customs_gdt@gov.tc Environmental and Coastal Resources To visit their website, click here Immigration Department South Base, Grand Turk Tel: (649) 946-2939 Fax: (649) 964-2924 E-mail: iam@tciway.tc Police Headquarters Tel: (649) 946-2499 E-mail: police_hq@gov.tc Turks and Caicos Tourism Board To visit their website, click here PORTINFORMATION The Grand Turk Cruise Center is a world-class, beach front cruise facility nestled among nearly 18 acres of landscaped grounds. The cruise center’s location and the island’s geography offer vessels a safe approach and berthing year-round. The walk from the berthed ships to the cruise center is approximately 390 ft. At the cruise center guests can swim in the sparkling ocean waters or in one of the largest swimming pools in the Caribbean, stroll along the idyllic beach, relax in a complimentary chaise lounge on the beach or around the pool or rent a private poolside cabana for the day. Clam shell shade for the beach chairs, floats, and snorkeling equipment are available for rent at the Beach Rental Hut centrally located on the beach. Snorkelers can explore several sunken Reef Balls that tend to attract fish and see a few 18th century cannons and anchors that are in submerged in front of the Beach Rental Hut at the cruise center. For guests in need of a little island pampering, a beach side massage is sure to melt away any tension one may have. The cruise center is also home to the Caribbean’s largest Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville bar, restaurant, and retail shop. Those guests who prefer a quieter area will enjoy South Beach. The beach is located on the right as you walk down the cruise ship pier towards the cruise center. Visitors to the cruise center have the opportunity to peruse through a 45,000 sq. ft. shopping center which includes a 10,000 sq. ft. Dufry duty-free shop, 35,000 sq. ft. of high-end jewelry stores, unique apparel and t-shirt stores, locally crafted souvenirs and gifts, and food & beverage facilities. This includes merchants such as Dufry, Colombian Emeralds, Effy Jewelers, Goodmark Jewelers, Ron Jon Surf Shop©, Diamonds International, Piranha Joes, Dizzy Donkey, Silver Emporium, Del Sol, Tanzanite International, Joelle & Jake (Life is Good), Indigo Pearls, Goldsmith, The Trading Post at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. Adjacent to Margaritaville and the swimming pool is the fun and excitement at the cruise center, the Grand Turk FlowRider surfing attraction. Offered as a shore excursion through the cruise lines, the FlowRider surfing attraction is the only of its kind located in a cruise facility. The attraction operates by utilizing a pair of high pressure waves, that produce two-to three inch layer of water moving over a pre-formed and cushioned surface at high speed. Participants can enjoy the thrills on a body board or experienced snow boarders and surfers can try the more challenging stand-up riding. Spectators are also sure to have fun watching their fellow guests ride and most likely wipe out on the FlowRider. The Beached Whale Bar & Grill is now open at South Beach. As cruise ship guests flock to the stunning beach front venue they need look no further for an island dining experience. The menu of island inspired favorites include Coconut Shrimp, Cracked Conch, Conch Fritters, Island Seafood Chowder and daily fish specials. ISLANDINFORMATION Location: Grand Turk is the capital of the Turks & Caicos Islandsarchipelago and it is located 575 miles Southeast of Miami, Florida, and 30miles south of the Bahamas. Size: The Island is approximately 7 miles long and 1.5 mileswide. Climate: The average temperature ranges between 85-90 degrees F(29-32 degrees C) from June to October, sometimes reaching the mid 90's F (35degrees C), especially in the late summer months. FromNovember to May the average temperature is 80-84 degrees F (27-29 degreesC). A constant trade wind typically keeps the temperature at a very comfortablelevel. Inan average year, Grand Turk has 350 days of sunshine. Population: Approximately 4,500 inhabitants make Grand Turk theirhome. Language: The island's primary language is English. Spanish and Creoleare also widely spoken. Currency: TheU.S. dollar is the official currency. Most hotels, restaurants and shops accepttraveler's checks. All stores at the cruise center accept credit cards. ATM'sare available and the closest one to the cruise center is less than 1 mile. Time: Grand Turk is on EST. Daylight Savings Time is observed fromMarch to November. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexmom Posted August 16, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Thank you, Debbie !! This is a treasure trove of good information ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LADYBROOKS Posted August 16, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Thanks for sharing, I received all about Grand Turk in one post. I cant wait until December:cool:. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy7 Posted August 16, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Thank you, Debbie !! This is a treasure trove of good information ! Thanks for sharing, I received all about Grand Turk in one post. I cant wait until December:cool:. Your very welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qianabb Posted October 28, 2017 #5 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Thanks for all the great info! Do you know if you can get your passport stamped there? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy7 Posted October 28, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Thanks for all the great info! Do you know if you can get your passport stamped there? Sent from my iPad using Forums I was told post offices will stamp passports but I did not see one there in port or on my excursion. Maybe someone else can answer better :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted October 31, 2017 #7 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Thanks for all the great info! Do you know if you can get your passport stamped there? I was told post offices will stamp passports but I did not see one there in port or on my excursion. Maybe someone else can answer better :) When you first enter the Dufry shop -- and you won't have a chance to go anywhere else, since the pier empties right into the store -- ask the Turks & Caicos immigration person at the entrance if there's a way you can get your passport stamped. I remember that years ago, someone on our Roll Call WAS able to get hers stamped, but I don't remember if they had a stamp at the security checkpoint or she had to go to Cockburn Town or the airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qianabb Posted October 31, 2017 #8 Share Posted October 31, 2017 When you first enter the Dufry shop -- and you won't have a chance to go anywhere else, since the pier empties right into the store -- ask the Turks & Caicos immigration person at the entrance if there's a way you can get your passport stamped. I remember that years ago, someone on our Roll Call WAS able to get hers stamped, but I don't remember if they had a stamp at the security checkpoint or she had to go to Cockburn Town or the airport. Thank you. I will look for it :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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