Beachfront hotel on beautiful Whitby Beach, North Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies. Freshwater swimming pool, restaurant and bar, onsite scuba diving operation, bicycles for hire. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Turks_and_Caicos/oceanbeach/hotel/411/1/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:09:10 EST The beaches on North Caicos give you the feeling that no one has even been there before, that this is truly one of the last undiscovered spots on earth. They are vast, unspoiled and slope gently seaward, giving safe bathing for all ages. The protective barrier reef breaks the force of the Atlantic rollers, allowing gentle waves to wash the shoreline. Here, on this out island hideaway, you will find Ocean Beach Hotel and Condominiums. Spoil yourself in the unspoiled beauty of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Turks and Caicos Islands - Paradise Found. The Turks and Caicos Islands are one of the Caribbean's secret hideaways. More than 40 islands and cays are locked inside the world's most spectacular continuous coral reefs. Islands far from the neon and noise of cities; where life is simple, warm and welcoming, where there's no need to lock your doors. Feel like you've never felt before! Sunning, swimming, beachcombing, sailing, diving, fishing, or searching for sunken treasures off our 230 miles of gold and white sand beaches. Our islands lie southeast of Nassau, halfway between Miami and Puerto Rico, and are separated from the Bahamas, our nearest neighbors, by a 30 mile wide ocean passage. The two groups of islands, the Turks Islands and Caicos Islands, are 200 square miles. The Caicos group consists of six principle islands: Providenciales, North Caicos, South Caicos, Middle Caicos, East Caicos and West Caicos, and numerous small cays, some of which, like Pine Cay and Parrot Cay, are inhabited. The Turks Islands are smaller and are separated from the Caicos Islands by the 22 mile wide deep-water channel (the Turks Island Passage) and consist of two main islands, Grand Turk and Salt Cay, and a number of small uninhabited cays. How to Get Here American Airlines arrives on the island of Providenciales 2-3 times daily throughout the year from Miami and on weekends from Boston and New York. US Airways flys direct from Charlotte, North Carolina, British Airways from London, Delta from Atlanta, and Air Canada from Toronto. There are also direct weekly charters from Toronto, Montreal, Boston and New York. For a complete list click here. Once you arrive on Providenciales, you will be flown in a six-seater airplane to North Caicos. The flight is a mere 12 minutes and offers a spectacular panoramic view of our beautiful Islands. Upon arriving on North Caicos, MandM, a local taxi driver, will escort you to the Ocean Beach Hotel. Climate Our climate can best be described as an eternal summer with almost continuous ocean breezes from the trade winds and with constant sunshine, making the islands an ideal year-round vacation destination. The temperature rarely drops below 25° C (77° F) or rises above 28° C (83° F) average. The cool breezes make for comfortable sleeping without air conditioning. North Caicos has a rainfall of about 40 inches per year and the vegetation is more lush compared to the neighboring islands. North Caicos is known as the Garden Island. Clothes to Bring Dress is informal. Light sweaters are useful for breezy evenings. Our Island is in the tropics and the sun is much hotter than in Florida, so bring your sun protection creams!!!!!! Currency and Banking The U.S. dollar is legal tender. There are no currency control regulations and full international banking facilities are available on Providenciales and Grand Turk at Barclays Bank, the Bank of Nova Scotia and CIBC. Credit cards are not extensively used in North Caicos. US dollar travelers cheques are always accepted. The Turks and Caicos Islands are a British Crown Colony and tax haven. Some Reminders Electricity is .35 per kW, water is precious--please help us to Conserve it. Our reefs and marine life are our heritage, please look after them so that we can all continue to enjoy their beauty. Please help us to keep the islands as you would wish to find them. AMENITIES: Ocean Beach is a deluxe 10-unit complex, featuring single room as well as two bedroom suites. Designed and owner built, each suite offers the comfort of premium furnishings, fully equipped kitchens, full linen service and four-piece modern bathrooms (2 bathrooms in 2 story suites), 110 volt electricity, and safe drinking water. Sliding glass doors and large windows give every suite an ocean view. Cooling trade winds add to the luxury. A delightfully furnished living room area enhances each suite. We also have a fresh water pool surrounded by a wooden deck, a very comfortable place for relaxation in the sun or shade. Local residents are committed to your security...it's a "no worry/no hassle" world of Sun, Sea and Sand. ACTIVITIES: Swimming, snorkeling, Scuba diving, beachcombing, birdwatching, bicycling, reading (library on-site), sunbathing, Caribbean dancing, napping snd site seeing. White sand beaches, unpolluted and uncrowded waters offer a paradise for swimming, snorkeling and beach combing. Inside the reef that surrounds our island you will find calm crystal waters that abounds in marine life. When it comes to fishing, our islands are unsurpassed. Virtually all water game species abound. There are bonefish by thousands, snapper and grouper. If you are really lazy, you can just wade out and pluck your own lobster or conch! Scuba diving can be arranged through Beach Cruiser. Much of the underwater world of North Caicos' north shore coast remains unexplored. There are huge coral hills 30 to 40 feet high, separated by tiny canyons and overgrown with soft corals, within one-half to one mile offshore. We also have a fresh water pool surrounded by a wooden deck, a very comfortable place for relaxation in the sun. You may enjoy a stroll along our tree shaded walkways where you can learn about over 50 types of indigenous plants on a self guided tour. Be sure to ask for the guide sheet on the botanical descriptions. Ruins of old plantations; mysterious caverns where guano was mined as fertilizer; rare tropical bird life and prehistoric iguanas can be found in many of the sanctuaries and reserves. There are also a huge number of migrating whales approximately 2000 feet offshore in the month of March. Flocks of pink flamingos are often observed from our beach. There is a constant presence of pelicans and ospreys. At times a playful dolphin may join you in the calm surf. A short boat ride will take you to Fort George where you can observe submerged cannons over mounds of coral stone blocks. You can visit the Kew Farm, full of native exotic fruit trees or take a stroll along the nature trail. DINING/RESTARUANTS: OCEAN BEACH DINING ROOM The condominim hotel complex includes an intimate dining room/lounge which serves a delicious variety of cuisine. We specialize in local seafood and International cuisine, home baked breads and desserts. In fact, we cater for all your dietary needs. There is a full course breakfast and three course dinner meal plan available, flexible to your needs. You can also obtain groceries and beverages through our commissary. Our hotel and condominiums are a family complex and we invite all of our guests to join in the fun of evening barbecues, picnics on the beach, or patio dancing. Type: Hotel Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Turks_and_Caicos/oceanbeach/hotel/411/1/ Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:09:10 EST