Please do not rent bicycles on this island, it's not a safe way to get around.
Take it easy when driving around, the traffic police are rarely out but the tickets are pricey.
Villa guests - You can ship food and drinks but the grocery stores are well stocked.
Although there are ATM's they are not reliable, bring cash and credit cards.
Cell phone coverage varies with provider - Cingular works on Providenciales.
The Turks & Caicos islands are always on EST (as daylight saving time is observed).
The islands do allow pets but require health certificates and forms be fillled out and sent to the island ahead of time.
Capital: Cockburn Town, Grand Turk
Population: 15,000
Size: 193 square miles total
Electric Current: 110
Time: 22:21 pm (GMT/UTC -5)
Official Language: English
Currency: U.S. Dollar
Tipping and Taxes: Government tax is 8% and hotels will add a service charge of 10-15% to your bill. Restaurant tabs should be tipped 10-15%, but be sure it is not already added. Taxi drivers should receive a small tip too.
Dress Code: Casual, lightweight clothing. Swimwear is not appropriate in public places and topless or nude sunbathing or swimming is also considered inappropriate except at certain resorts.
Telephone: Local area code is 649
Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board
Address:
P.O. Box 128, Pond StreetGrand TurkTurks and Caicos Islands
Caribbean 
