Turks and Caicos actually refers to a group of over forty islands, cays and inlets, located in the British West Indies, approximately 30-miles south of the Bahamas. The most popular destination is the island of Providenciales (Provo), one of the Caicos Islands. But popular doesn't mean crowded or noisy. This island is blissfully quiet, lacking the hum of jet skis, traffic and loud nightlife. Instead, be prepared to enjoy the most gorgeous beaches and coral reefs in the world, presented with a decidedly laid back attitude.

A visit to these islands is relatively straightforward. The U.S. dollar is the currency of Turks and Caicos and English is the spoken language. There is no time change if you are traveling from the East Coast (EST) and the weather is gorgeous all year with temperatures ranging from a low of 82 degrees in January to a high of 91 degrees in August. Visitors will need a passport and cars do drive on the left side of the road, but other than those factors, your trip will be a breeze.

Upon arrival at West Bay Club, be prepared for a delicious rum punch greeting in the open-air lobby. A chandelier crafted from shells hangs over the entry portico and the serene pool immediately beckons and welcomes guests to a true vacation. The landscaping is not only filled with attractive tropical flowers, shrubs and trees, but is also well planned to offer privacy and scenery including an unusual over-sized, rolling-ball fountain featured on the beach side. West Bay has all you would expect at a topnotch resort -- lovely grounds and landscaping and a fabulous pool and restaurant, but what sets this destination apart are the unusually spacious suites (some up to 3,100 square feet) that are outfitted with every luxury.

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