The island paradise of the Turks and Caicos is located in between The Bahamas and the Caribbean. At this small chain of islands, you can find peaceful relaxation on the miles of beaches, excitement out on the water, and adventure on shore. Surrounded by the third largest barrier reef in the world, the Turks and Caicos are a diver’s paradise and a snorkeler’s dream. Explore along this reef and you will discover sponge and coral formations, colorful fish from the size of your pinky to the size of a car, and exotic sea creatures such as eels, sharks, stingrays, and starfish. Get your adrenaline pumping with kite surfing, paddle boarding, wake boarding, or jet skis. If you enjoy the occasional fishing outage, grab your pole and your bait. Here you can enjoy deep-sea fishing or make your way to the flats. While on the water, keep you eyes open for whales and tropical birds, or go on an eco-tour on a kayak through canopy mangroves. If an island paradise vacation is what you are in need of, the Turks and Caicos should be on your short list, especially since it is just a short plane ride from Miami.