You deserve to be pampered; after all it's your vacation.  Let Spa Sanay, located right on-site at The Alexandra, introduce you to the perfect destination for relaxation. Enjoy a full or half day of soothing services to calm and rejuvenate your body.

Indulge in any of the following treatments:

• Facials
• Body Treatments
• Massages
• Hair & Nails

Call (649) 946-8212 for more information today.

Cricket has been played in the Turks & Caicos since the 1950's.  Island teams regularly competed against each other, especially on public holidays.  The first game of cricket was played on Provo in 1983.  There are now six cricket teams in Provo.  In February 2008, Turks & Caicos won the ICC America's Division Three Championship in Argentina.  If you would like to watch cricket when you visit Turks & Caicos, visit www.TCICricket.com to learn more about the various teams and game schedules.

If you want to see humpback whales, start planning a winter getaway to Turks & Caicos!  From late December through April, the entire Atlantic herd of 2,500 Humpback Whales pass through the shores on their annual migration to the Mouchoir Bank, just 20 - 30 miles southeast. During this period divers can listen to an underwater concert of the whales' songs. 

With the full moon coming up this week, thought this was an appropriate post for the day!  If you haven't been on a glow worm cruise yet, plan on adding it to your itinerary the next time you visit Provo.  Three to six days after a full moon, and about one hour after sunset, the marine worm Odontosyllis enopla perform a sparkling mating ritual.  The spectacular "stars in the water" show lasts for about 15 minutes.  Please let us know when you plan to visit and our concierge will be pleased to help you reserve an excursion.

Attention golfers!  Two great events are hosted at Provo Golf Club in the fall.  You can play in the events and help local charities at the same time.  The Soccer Scramble, which raises funds for the local football league, was held on September 25, and the Rotary Scramble is coming up on December 4.  The Alexandra Resort is located just a short drive from the golf club.  Discounted green fees are available for afternoon and twilight play, so plan your golf getaway now.  For more information visit www.provogolfclub.com.

If the first half of 2011 is any indication of how busy the winter season may be this year in Turks & Caicos Islands, now is the time to book your winter vacation!  Arrivals to Turks & Caicos from January - June 2011 (compared to January to June 2010) increased by 10% from Canada, 28% from the United States and a whopping 42% from other countries around the globe.

For vacationers, this means reservations should be made now at the Alexandra Resort while our early booking discount offers are in effect and our best inventory is still available.

For potential property hunters, the increase in the number of visitors to the island is good news and bad news.  It's good news because if you own or plan to purchase a condo, you will have the potential to generate some great rental income when you are not using your unit.  The bad news is that with the increasing number of people continuing to discover Providenciales, the bargain prices for properties here won't last much longer.  There are still some amazing condo deals available at the Alexandra Resort, so contact us now for more information.

One of the most popular restaurants in the Turks and Caicos is now located at the Alexandra Resort and Spa. Mango Reef offers exceptional value and entertainment, as well as a menu that will please even the most discerning patrons.  From a casual lunch to a romantic dinner by Grace Bay Beach, Mango Reef promises to deliver an exceptional dining experience.  The restaurant replaces the Sunset Deck and the Orchid Restaurant that were formerly located at the resort.

The 3rd Annual Chrysalis Fitness Fun Run is around the corner on Oct. 23, it’s time to start preparing your body and mind for the 5-kilometre or 10-kilometre run or walk. Contact Leslie at Chrysalis Fitness at leslie@chrysalisfitness.com or 649-232-8633.

With so many wonderful fine dining facilities in Provo, there are many opportunities to enjoy a fabulous lobster dinner. The TCI lobster industry is centered mainly in South Caicos, although also available on all the other islands. The Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) grows to about 60 centimeters in length but lacks the large pinching claws of their Maine lobster relatives.  The Caribbean Spiny lobster is also a healthy treat, with only 143 calories and 1.9 grams of fat per 3.5-ounce cooked serving. Enjoy it while it lasts. Lobster season ends March 31, 2012.

Here is a list of the cities and countries from where direct flights to Provo, TCI originate:

U.S.

• Boston
• New York
• Newark
• Philadelphia
• Charlotte
• Atlanta
• Miami

Canada

• Toronto
• Montreal
• Ottawa
• Halifax

Caribbean

• Bahamas
• Haiti
• Jamaica
• Dominican Republic

These major airlines service Provo (PLS):

• Air Canada
• West Jet
• Jet Blue
• American Airlines
• Continental
• Delta

For more details, visit the Provo Airport website http://www.turksandcaicos.tc/airlines/index.htm.

Watch for announcements later this fall regarding direct flights from Europe for the first time in Provo's history!!