As if there weren’t enough white-sand Caribbean beaches to jet off to, those looking for their next paradisal vacation now have another option.
We all know the Caribbean is speckled with islands, making for unforgettable getaways amongst some of the world’s top beaches, some more popular than others.
As such, some of the most spacious untouched beaches are a trek to reach, even by cruise if that’s more your jam.
But American Airlines is making one such place easier to reach by offering Americans a pathway to one stunning island with new resorts, sugary white sand, and crystal-clear waters for the first time ever.
South Caicos: The Caribbean’s Budding Hotspot This Spring
If you think you know Turks and Caicos, think again!
Yes, we all know Turks and Caicos is in an exclusive club of picture-perfect destinations that has probably flashed before your eyes on your screensaver numerous times.
But vacationers often hit up the same beaches over and over again or find themselves in a tizzy trying to see all the sites in a tight squeeze so they can make it back to the cruise port on time.
Most travelers who visit Turks and Caicos find themselves on the island of Providenciales (a.k.a. “Provo”), home to the island’s main airport and stunning beaches like Grace Bay Beach as well as numerous resorts lining the vibrant coast.
But now visitors have a new entry point — South Caicos. This is a separate island set to become the new “it” destination of Turks and Caicos with American Airlines leading the charge.
While it’s true other Caribbean islands such as Jamaica and The Bahamas are more popular, beach crowds can be a nuisance anywhere, including right here in Provo.
In fact, in what could formally be described as one of the Caribbean’s crowd-free getaways, more travelers are now in on the secret, resulting in places like Provo skyrocketing in popularity recently.
On the flip side, South Caicos offers a wonderfully secluded experience with heaps of white sand, immaculately pristine waters, and a new name-brand resort, adding to an already impressive portfolio of lavish stays that we’ll get to in a moment.
Historic New Flight To South Caicos
On a day where many travelers are up in arms over Southwest putting the kibosh on their free-bag policy, kudos to American for taking chances on new destinations in 2025.
Adding South Caicos to their list of new flights, travelers can begin flying here as soon as March 15th, the date of the initial launch.
According to the Caribbean Journal, after unexpected delays, the new service is set for twice-weekly service on Wednesdays and Saturdays after kicking off this weekend.
Flights will depart from Miami (MIA) and land in South Caicos (XSC), joining only InterCaribbean Airways at this tiny airport.
Tickets are on sale online through February 4, 2026. Clearly, Americans believe this route will be a big success if you book almost a year in advance.
New Marriott Resort Now Open
Those who haven’t heard of South Caicos won’t need to worry about finding a nice place to rest their head at night, as there are already luxe resorts awaiting them.
The newest of the bunch is Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Turks & Caicos (a Marriott brand) — and they’re booking up quick!
This highly anticipated resort is in their soft opening phase and taking reservations. I searched random dates throughout spring and found you will need to fork over a hefty amount to stay here as I rarely found rates below $1,000 per night.
As mentioned, there are other resorts on the island as well. While not as new, they’re still luxurious, including the 5-star Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort — truly a bucket-list destination, but again, you’ll need to count your pennies.
The other resorts are 4-star Sailrock South Caicos and 3-star South Caicos Ocean & Beach Resort.
New Travel Advisory Issued For Turks And Caicos
You may have seen a new travel advisory was issued for Turks and Caicos by the U.S. State Department.
It was widely publicized due to being pretty surprising as this paradise island is largely deemed safe, overall.
Most travel advisories urge travelers to be aware of their surroundings as crime can happen anywhere, but in this case, despite mentioning most crime occurs in Provo, the concern is actually in travelers’ hands.
The U.S. State Department is warning travelers to double-check their bags as carrying firearms, or any ammunition is illegal and a surefire way to wind up on Locked Up Abroad in Turks and Caicos, facing stiff penalties of up to 12 years in prison.
If you’re what Turks and Caicos had to say in response to the new Level 2 advisory, click here.
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